Articles written by Michael Buell Jr

An introduction to the work of Wendy Carlos (formerly Walter Carlos), "The original synth." Colleague of Robert Moog and creator of "Switched-On Bach."

Nov 1, 2007 - Michael Buell Jr

A history of the Moog synth. The name Moog is synonymous with synthesizers. From Moog Modulars to the Little Phatty, Moog has been influencing music for over 40 years.

Sep 8, 2007 - Michael Buell Jr

An introduction the work of of Q. Reed Ghazala, artist, writer, musician, and inventor of circuit-bending.

Aug 10, 2007 - Michael Buell Jr

Review of Matmos's April 22nd concert in Madrid at La Casa Encendida. Matmos are a pair of experimental musicians from San Francisco.

Apr 28, 2007 - Michael Buell Jr

An introduction to and history of circuit bending, from its accidental origins with Reed Ghazala to the present, links to free mp3s of circuit bent music and more.

Apr 13, 2007 - Michael Buell Jr

Review of "Tongues," the new album from Kieran Hebden (a.k.a. Four Tet) and jazz drummer Steve Reid available now on Domino

Apr 3, 2007 - Michael Buell Jr

Overview of the Hang, a.k.a. the Hang drum. How it works, how it is constructed, and links for further information.

Feb 21, 2007 - Michael Buell Jr