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  8. Post a pic

    in Miscellaneous - Non-Political

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    A photo of a single trapped atom has won the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council's (EPSRC) science photography contest. The image, which is titled "Single Atom in an Ion Trap," was taken by David Nadlinger of the University of Oxford. Showcased in the image is single positively-charged strontium atom trapped by electric fields produced by metal electrodes.

  12. Bandcamp Recommendations

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    Light Magnet

    by Holophonor

    Holophonor is at another critical transition point in their career, announcing the release of the band's sophomore record, Light Magnet. Signing with the quickly rising Los Angeles jazz imprint World Galaxy for the release of their forthcoming LP, the Wayne Shorter produced outing will land on physical and streaming formats October 6, 2017. As a winner of ten Grammy Awards over the last half-century, the voice and vision that he brought to Miles Davis’ Second Great Quintet, fusion powerhouse Weather Report, and his solo output is amplified through Holophonor’s Light Magnet. Retaining the same members since the original formation of the band, Holophonor's Light Magnet includes Eric Miller (trombone), Mike Cottone (trumpet), Josh Johnson (alto sax), Diego Urbano (vibraphone), Miro Sprague (piano), Dave Robaire (bass), and Jonathan Pinson (drums). These musicians come from various locations in the States and across the world, bringing a unique collective insight that has merged into one spirit and voice. Mastering was completed at the Cosmic Zoo by Daddy Kev, with the original engineering and mixing provided by the one and only Alex Chaloff. Video capture of the Jim Henson sessions was also preserved by Alex Chaloff, adding the historical lens for a series of videos scheduled to release in the next few months. 

    Light Magnet takes the efforts of their debut and raises the bar even higher, bringing in production duties from Wayne Shorter from the recommendation of legendary producer, and now president of Blue Note Records, Don Was. The acoustics of the original recordings are top notch, capturing the album at the historic Jim Henson Company owned Henson Recording Studios. Taking on a director role that was a life changing experience of guidance for Holophonor, Wayne Shorter had the group record some of the music in 45-minute intervals to find the perfect takes within. This was also done with the hopes of capturing the band's ability to gather superb song transitions and e.s.p. like band chemistry; something they've harnessed with precision in the live setting. Wayne Shorter had experienced the band's live performances prior to the Light Magnet recordings, and this was the basis for the type of overall feel he wanted them to document. This spontaneous yet well oiled approach influenced the more traditional paths the band utilized for tracking, giving Light Magnet a well rounded out sense of creation that pulls from multiple recording methods. 

    Light Magnet is beautifully enigmatic and dynamically bold, producing a sense of emotion and wonder that touches the entire human experience. World Galaxy will release Holophonor's Light Magnet October 6, 2017 across digital and physical formats (CD / LP). The expansion of west coast jazz continues and Light Magnet is a commanding force of energy in this new wave. 
    credits
    released October 6, 2017 

    Eric Miller (trombone) 
    Mike Cottone (trumpet) 
    Josh Johnson (alto sax) 
    Diego Urbano (vibraphone) 
    Miro Sprague (piano) 
    Dave Robaire (bass) 
    Jonathan Pinson (drums) 
    Wayne Shorter (producer)

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    https://worldgalaxyrecords.bandcamp.com/album/light-magnet

  17. Bandcamp Recommendations

    in Recommendations

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    Enter the PlusTet

    by Taylor Ho Bynum

    Drawing on a variety of techniques from improvised conduction to big band orchestration to deconstructed fanfares, Enter the PlusTet relishes in “the simple joy that comes from a big group of artists working together,” as Bynum writes in his extensive liner notes. In addition to the purely musical impetus, Bynum wanted to make an ambitious and optimistic statement in a period of personal, political, and cultural uncertainty, a big gesture in an era when artists are too often pressured to think small or “practically.” He also wanted to convene some of his favorite musicians to create a shared space of camaraderie, exploration, and discovery. The assembled group embodies a diversity of generations, backgrounds, ethnicities, and gender – a universal kind of creative family unique to the current historical moment and musical community.

    credits

    released October 28, 2016

    Nate Wooley :: trumpet
    Stephanie Richards :: trumpet
    Vincent Chancey :: French horn
    Steve Swell :: trombone
    Bill Lowe :: bass trombone & tuba
    Jim Hobbs :: alto saxophone
    Ingrid Laubrock :: soprano & tenor saxophones
    Matt Bauder :: tenor & baritone saxophones
    Jason Kao Hwang :: violin & viola
    Tomeka Reid :: cello
    Ken Filiano :: bass
    Mary Halvorson :: guitar
    Jay Hoggard :: vibraphone
    Tomas Fujiwara :: drums
    Taylor Ho Bynum :: composer, conductor, cornet
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  22. falling by the wayside....

    in Miscellaneous Music

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    I think the music industry should give serious thought to adopting block chain technology as a way to distribute music.   

    What is blockchain technology?
    Blockchain is the digital and decentralized ledger that records all transactions. Every time someone buys digital coins music on a decentralized exchange, sells music coins, transfers music coins, a ledger records that transaction, often in an encrypted fashion, to protect it from cybercriminals. These transactions are also recorded and processed without a third-party provider, which is usually Spotify, iTunes, Amazon a bank.

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