Atlanta music tech startup is betting on the growth of the creator economy
Breakr simplifies artist-influencer collaboration by integrating admin tasks onto one platform, expediting the promotion process and enhancing access for creators.
Nvidia's new AI model Fugatto can generate music and audio
Nvidia's Fugatto introduces AI that generates and modifies audio, targeting music, film, and gaming industries.
students envision a tech-driven future at hongik's annual industrial design degree show
The Industrial Design Degree Show at Hongik University featured innovative projects using AI and XR technologies to address modern societal challenges.
RAIN Notes: January 14
iHeartMedia is expanding its Women's Sports podcast division to promote equitable media coverage for women's sports with new programming debuting in 2025.
Magnetic instrument presents a more playful way to create music - Yanko Design
The Stacco instrument utilizes magnetic fields and AI to allow users to create music with various magnetic objects, showcasing innovative sound generation techniques.
Nvidia's new AI model Fugatto can generate music and audio
Nvidia's Fugatto introduces AI that generates and modifies audio, targeting music, film, and gaming industries.
students envision a tech-driven future at hongik's annual industrial design degree show
The Industrial Design Degree Show at Hongik University featured innovative projects using AI and XR technologies to address modern societal challenges.
RAIN Notes: January 14
iHeartMedia is expanding its Women's Sports podcast division to promote equitable media coverage for women's sports with new programming debuting in 2025.
Magnetic instrument presents a more playful way to create music - Yanko Design
The Stacco instrument utilizes magnetic fields and AI to allow users to create music with various magnetic objects, showcasing innovative sound generation techniques.
Fragment Design x Casio Casiotone CT-S1: Where Retro Meets Modern Tech | stupidDOPE
Casio's reimagined Casiotone CT-S1 blends retro aesthetics with modern technology, appealing to today's musicians while honoring its electronic music heritage.
electric guitar sine by verso instruments creates 'swelling' sounds by pressing the metal body
Verso Instruments' Sine electric guitar features dynamic sound manipulation through its innovative Sine Pad, allowing for unique effects like fade-in and tremolo sounds.
The LiberLive C1 stringless instrument isn't a guitar, and that's fine | TechCrunch
LiberLive C1 serves as an approachable music tool, promoting enjoyment over musical skill, without presenting a threat to traditional guitars.
Korg's Latest MicroKorg Is Great, but It No Longer Reigns Supreme
The MicroKorg 2 significantly expands on its predecessor with improved sound capabilities and features.
The Best MIDI Controllers for Synths, Recording, and More
MIDI's simplicity and reliability make it a fundamental tool for musicians, facilitating communication between instruments despite being over 40 years old.
Teenage Engineering is back with another droolworthy (and expensive) groovebox
Teenage Engineering's OP-XY groovebox combines advanced sequencing and synthesis features at a premium price, catering to creative musicians.
Korg's Latest MicroKorg Is Great, but It No Longer Reigns Supreme
The MicroKorg 2 significantly expands on its predecessor with improved sound capabilities and features.
The Best MIDI Controllers for Synths, Recording, and More
MIDI's simplicity and reliability make it a fundamental tool for musicians, facilitating communication between instruments despite being over 40 years old.
Teenage Engineering is back with another droolworthy (and expensive) groovebox
Teenage Engineering's OP-XY groovebox combines advanced sequencing and synthesis features at a premium price, catering to creative musicians.
Tame Impala's Kevin Parker helped create an 'Ideas Synth' that works like Pinterest for Musicians - Yanko Design
Kevin Parker's *Orchid* revolutionizes music creation with its innovative design and portable functionality, encouraging spontaneous musical exploration.
meet the orchid, a synthesizer by tame impala's kevin parker that can produce 'moon' sounds
The Orchid synthesizer combines retro design with modern functionality, enabling versatile sound production for musicians.
Tame Impala's Kevin Parker Announces New Instrument Orchid
Kevin Parker has launched Orchid, an advanced chord-generating synthesizer for musicians of all skill levels.
Tame Impala's Kevin Parker just announced a retro-futuristic musical instrument called Orchid
Kevin Parker's Orchid simplifies chord playing with modern features, portable design, and user feedback integration before a wider release.
Tame Impala's Kevin Parker invents new instrument The Orchid
The Orchid is a portable chord generator created by Kevin Parker to simplify songwriting for beginners.
It features unique sound synthesis and multiple Performance Modes for enhanced creativity.
A community-based approach allows early users to help develop The Orchid further.
Tame Impala's Kevin Parker helped create an 'Ideas Synth' that works like Pinterest for Musicians - Yanko Design
Kevin Parker's *Orchid* revolutionizes music creation with its innovative design and portable functionality, encouraging spontaneous musical exploration.
meet the orchid, a synthesizer by tame impala's kevin parker that can produce 'moon' sounds
The Orchid synthesizer combines retro design with modern functionality, enabling versatile sound production for musicians.
Tame Impala's Kevin Parker Announces New Instrument Orchid
Kevin Parker has launched Orchid, an advanced chord-generating synthesizer for musicians of all skill levels.
Tame Impala's Kevin Parker just announced a retro-futuristic musical instrument called Orchid
Kevin Parker's Orchid simplifies chord playing with modern features, portable design, and user feedback integration before a wider release.
Tame Impala's Kevin Parker invents new instrument The Orchid
The Orchid is a portable chord generator created by Kevin Parker to simplify songwriting for beginners.
It features unique sound synthesis and multiple Performance Modes for enhanced creativity.
A community-based approach allows early users to help develop The Orchid further.
The Beatles' final song, restored using AI, is up for a Grammy
The Beatles have received Grammy nominations for 'Now and Then', their first new song in decades, showcasing the intersection of classic music and modern technology.
Caribou: Honey review this AI-aided album is dubious on so many levels
The evolution of music technology, particularly AI, challenges traditional roles but offers new creative possibilities for artists.
Making human music in an AI world
Ge Wang uses computers to explore creative possibilities in music rather than just for efficiency.
He advocates for a playful interaction with technology to foster deeper creativity in music.
'Culture surveillance': Secret box atop pole in Mission recording songs
A neighborhood project called 'Bop Spotter' uses a smartphone and microphone to identify street music, showcasing local culture.
The Beatles' final song, restored using AI, is up for a Grammy
The Beatles have received Grammy nominations for 'Now and Then', their first new song in decades, showcasing the intersection of classic music and modern technology.
Caribou: Honey review this AI-aided album is dubious on so many levels
The evolution of music technology, particularly AI, challenges traditional roles but offers new creative possibilities for artists.
Making human music in an AI world
Ge Wang uses computers to explore creative possibilities in music rather than just for efficiency.
He advocates for a playful interaction with technology to foster deeper creativity in music.
'Culture surveillance': Secret box atop pole in Mission recording songs
A neighborhood project called 'Bop Spotter' uses a smartphone and microphone to identify street music, showcasing local culture.
D'USSE and Hit-Boy Unveil "The Set": An Immersive AR Experience
D'USSÉ Cognac merges music and technology with Hit-Boy's AR DJ performance for a unique holiday experience.
This AI 2D-to-3D video generator signals a new era for album art
Leia Inc's Immersity AI allows musicians to easily create animated album covers for Apple Music, enhancing 2D art's engagement and appeal.
AlphaTheta Unveils DDJ-FLX2: An Affordable DJ Controller Packed with Features | stupidDOPE
The DDJ-FLX2 democratizes DJing for beginners with advanced features and cross-device compatibility.
Artiphon's new Orba instrument can sample sounds live | TechCrunch
The Orba 3 adds live sampling with a microphone, enhancing the user experience for creative sound production. It’s a significant upgrade from previous models.
Tad AI Review: Make High-Quality, Royalty-Free Music with AI | HackerNoon
Tad AI simplifies music creation by using advanced AI technology to generate unique musical tracks based on user prompts, making it accessible for all.
Teenage Engineering and Sean Ono Lennon Reimagine John Lennon's Mind Games with OB-4 Speaker | stupidDOPE
Teenage Engineering and Sean Ono Lennon have transformed John Lennon's Mind Games album into an interactive audio experience with the OB-4 Bluetooth speaker.
You can try weirder and weirder things': once-mocked synthesisers enjoy new golden era
Synthesisers are experiencing a resurgence, appealing to a growing community of enthusiasts seeking tactile music-making experiences.
Teenage Engineering and Sean Ono Lennon Reimagine John Lennon's Mind Games with OB-4 Speaker | stupidDOPE
Teenage Engineering and Sean Ono Lennon have transformed John Lennon's Mind Games album into an interactive audio experience with the OB-4 Bluetooth speaker.
You can try weirder and weirder things': once-mocked synthesisers enjoy new golden era
Synthesisers are experiencing a resurgence, appealing to a growing community of enthusiasts seeking tactile music-making experiences.
John Chowning, godfather of digital pop: My wife told me: I didn't think I'd have to compete with a computer'
John Chowning's pioneering work in digital frequency modulation revolutionized music synthesis, impacting pop music significantly with tools like the Yamaha DX7.
Roli's New Instrument Is Both an AI Piano Teacher and a Digital Theremin
The Airwave aims to improve piano learning efficiency through an immediate, interactive AI-driven experience.
The Roli Airwave is a high-tech keyboard teaching tool inspired by the theremin
The Roli Airwave revolutionizes piano learning by integrating AI, offering real-time feedback and support for both learners and experimental musicians.
Roli's New Instrument Is Both an AI Piano Teacher and a Digital Theremin
The Airwave aims to improve piano learning efficiency through an immediate, interactive AI-driven experience.
The Roli Airwave is a high-tech keyboard teaching tool inspired by the theremin
The Roli Airwave revolutionizes piano learning by integrating AI, offering real-time feedback and support for both learners and experimental musicians.
San Francisco's Mission District is now under 24/7 musical surveillance
The Bop Spotter project uses technology to create a playlist from live music in San Francisco's Mission District.
Zildjian's wireless headphones have a special ANC mode for drums
Zildjian's Alchem-E Perfect Tune headphones offer a unique experience for musicians with customizable EQ settings and specialized active noise cancellation.
Fan-made LEGO Technics Turntable features rotating disc, movable tonearm, and sliding faders - Yanko Design
A detailed LEGO replica of the Technics SL-1200 MK2 turntable includes movable parts and a functional motor for a realistic experience.
yamaha takes apart and photographs the 8,000 parts that make up concert grand piano CFX
The importance of each part in a concert grand piano CFX is highlighted by Yamaha Design Laboratory
Yamaha Design Laboratory visually presents the 8,000 parts of the piano, showcasing its inner workings
This clever record player concept mounts directly on your wall
The Disco Volante concept by Oscar Olsson elevates vinyl records as decor with a functional wall-mounted record player design.