The Broken Music Scene Graphed Out
Things are getting bad, really bad. Pay is down, invites are way up, and the over all quality of music is taking a nosedive. Here’s a little graph created to explain the problems and truths:
Live PA Workshop and Supporting Information
On Sunday 20April2012 I will be presenting and breaking down my current LivePA rig for a workshop (details and registration). This workshop will cover the physical and digital aspects fo this idea. I have over $20,000 in gear rotated through this build in the past few years. Currently I am at a happy plateau of great tone, fun to play, light, versatile, and awesome.
One of the main leaps forward is the use of a FMR Audio RNC compressor that is getting signal from Ableton and side chaining the (all analog) signal.
The all analog signal is a Dave Smith Tetra > Soundcraft Notepad 102 > Aphex 102 Optical Compressor > EHX Memory Boy Delux Delay > RNC
Take a look at the signal flow
Baseline / Typical Routing
Baseline / Typical Routing
Audio Sample with notes in line :
The whole rig – smaller than 2 turntables.
Full Rig - Click for Larger Version
APC40 Template Notated Demonstration Set
Here’s a notated demonstration set for the APC40 template available for free here : http://modern.dj/djnsm-apc40-one-page-template-for-live-performance/ where a full (albeit rapid) set is performed non-stop featuring screen view and APC40 overhead view. This is part of a larger documentation cycle on controllerism, the APC40 template, and demonstrating Modern DJ techniques. …enjoy…
(re)mix:A Few of My Favorite Things
Skateboarding, Classical Indian Music, Glitch, and remixing all in one video.
Some Live Material from Red+Hot+Cool Jan 2011
We are now documenting sets A/V style using a GoPro Hero2 with some special modifications. More videos are available on my dedicated Vimeo account.
Events (all) more (RSS feed)
Gear Swap and Table Dude
6May2012 : Helping out and holding down a booth at the 2012 Colorado Gear Swap representing the Colorado DJ Academy. Cervantes Master Piece
Fall-Winter Notice
What a great summer 2011! I am still playing out - just a little less for the Fall+Winter. I excited to launch some new projects and work on R&D including some new technical releases. I am invested in workshops and completing my book on controllerism - it is looking awesome!
LivePA workshop and Breakdown.
29April2012 : Presenting via Workshop at iComputerDenver for a LivePA breakdown. Supporting info here. RSVP $10 2 hours.
Westword Artopia Performance!
2012Feb18 : Performing at City Hall approx 10p for Westword Artopia.
Westword Artopia Installation "The Digital Mirror"
2102Feb18 : City Hall installation with Resolume Avenue called "The Digital Mirror". Taking reality, digitizing, then letting the crowd manipulate further...
Ableton Warping Workshop + Material Preperation at iComputer
2102Feb15 : Host/instructor at iComputer for Warping + Material Preperation with Chris Lawhead.
- “…for Ableton that maybe is the Coolest shiz ever. His ohm64 template is beyond wicked” Mike Abb (Livid Instruments)
- “Wow i am thoroughly impressed!” –Ricky (Denver)
- “…thanks again for an amazing set, hope to see another very soon!” Doctype
- Damn dude, you kick azz… humpydum
- What the!?!?!? Wow, I have a lot to learn. Awesome! shahram72
- “My mind was blown……..The guy is wicked!” Gabe (Austin)
- Once again… It’s awesome!!! thebeatworx
- “ya evil man evil”Jimmy A (Austin Ableton User Group)
- That was absolutely brilliant. Griffinnn89
- “Your setup is Awesome, cuts really close to “real” analog feel. heads up!” systemattik
- I think you’re winning at ableton! mattfecher
- “Dude, thank you for all your awesome contributions. the world needs more people like your self. Let me know and I’m there.” B**** C (Facebook)
- now that was sick! 8BitFox
- loving your tracks man, downtempo is top class!!! love the sample. great stuff EuanCaiAtkinson
- “I’m inspired by the work you’re doing. Thanks for sharing it!” CutterJ The Absurdist
- “Oh hell yes” Phonographiq
- “I like what you’re doing here and good on you for embracing new technology as it comes, your audience will definitely benefit from that decision” mjar69
- (in the context of a congratulatory handshake) “You are a bad mother f*cker” The DJ before me at a gig
- “Simple and elegant. By definition brilliant” cdbsn
- “This guy scratches better without decks better than most of the “turntablists” I know. When will people realize technology will always continue to improve and it’s a blessing not a curse.”
