Backwards to go forwards

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Originally Posted by xfive

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Originally Posted by The Divide

I think the scenes missing new blood, go out these days and the dance floor is like a geriatric ward. Also these who act like their the next ‘avant-garde‘ innovator of techno don’t really seem to be doing anything really new for me anyways. They mean nothing to me when compared to people who really screw around with gear and software, do circuit bending or obscure multimedia audio visual type shows. Those are the unsung heroes of techno who with odd exception, are distanced from ‘techno music’ or stuff in the clubs anyways. So its not really just down to musical ability I think, its also technical ability. Look at how easy it is to use Ableton to mash up loops. Could be part of the problem on why there is a lot of plap around perhaps

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Yes but you gotta watch out because a lot of times those guys turn out to make music that is creative... but has no real soul.
Its just a smoke screen of tricks.
Music for poncy chinstrokers, that no one else will dig.

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if i want soul i'll listen to otis redding.

some people like to be stimulated.

I think 'proper' technos closest relation is ancient tribal rhythms. 'Proper' techno has recreated this magic with modern technology what has opened up new possibilities. Re-examing ancient tribal rhythms in the purest form may uncover some new openings.

To take full advantage of the essence of the tribal rhythm the artist must be in a certain state of mind and have the intent and knowledge to pull this off in a soulful/spiritual way. A state of mind if you will. Its a bit mind over matter and seeing the music in your head and incorporate the feelings you wish to convey. You must be able to project your feelings into the machine/instrument and bend it to your will....ask any accomplished musician and he/she will say the same thing.

Some artists/DJs I know do this or have this ability. Most are more concerned with formula and trends in order to write/play music that will sell to the punters now in a more jukebox type of style....more like pop music rather than something more soulful.

But, hey, thats what the masses want - easy to swallow trendy music that doesnt ask too much of them. So thats what is driving the music scene rather than peopple who want something that takes them completely and asks them to participate in it rather than be bystanders watching it pass by like a sportscar.

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Originally Posted by rhythmtech

just wondering on your thoughts...

also. where the bloody hell cann i get museum of skulls in digital format cause i'd love to play it out!!!

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Its a good question, I was told there would be a digital release and by the looks of it there never was. Send me a pm with your email addy and I will sort something