As Facebook reveals fundamental flaws, music tech might reexamine the platform’s role

Peter Kirn - October 5, 2021

ROLI hits reboot, files for administration, as it shifts to beginners and subscriptions

Peter Kirn - September 3, 2021

So yeah, let’s just use plug and socket – industry group recommends obvious change in terminology

Peter Kirn - July 7, 2021

Audacity makers clarify data usage – and there’s not reason to dump the editor yet

Peter Kirn - July 5, 2021

Native Instruments and iZotope now sister companies, with backing from Francisco Partners

Peter Kirn - March 11, 2021

Apple’s platform squeeze holds back music and creativity, too – so will there be consequences?

Peter Kirn - June 17, 2020

UK’s 2021 work visa for European DJs, musicians poses challenge to cultural exchange

Peter Kirn - February 24, 2020

The Sony cassette recorder that went to space and predicted the Walkman

Peter Kirn - July 24, 2019

No, Beatport’s subscription will not kill music – here’s how it really works

Peter Kirn - May 17, 2019

Welcome to YouTube Hell: A MIDI pack reseller silences criticism

Peter Kirn - April 30, 2019