Electronically Yours with Martyn Ware

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Electronically Yours with Martyn Ware

Heaven 17, British Electric Foundation and Illustrious Company's Martyn Ware talks to the famous artists from the worlds of music, art, film, comedy, TV and creativity that he's encountered during his 40 year career. These interviews are rare and precious gems, featuring a raw and sometimes irreverent take on life and the things that make life worth living, Diving deep into the biographical ocean, these podcasts are an unmissable insight into a series of fascinating lives... Production and occasional musical interludes by Charles Stooke Engineer - Charles Stooke, Artwork - Malcolm Garrett.

  1. 17 HR AGO

    EP218: Jason Tawkin and TONTO

    The Original New Timbral Orchestra (TONTO) is the first and largest multitimbral polyphonic analog synthesizer, capable of producing many tone colours with different voices simultaneously. Beginning with a single Moog Series III Modular in 1968, creators Malcolm Cecil and Robert Margouleff continued to expand TONTO with modules from different manufacturers, along with custom additions designed by Cecil. It marked the first attempt at creating a universal language for different synthesizers to communicate with each other, which was revolutionary. Under the name Tonto’s Expanding Head Band, Cecil and Margouleff released the highly influential album Zero Time. The album demonstrated the rich, layered sounds of the massive synth, attracting significant attention and major collaborations. TONTO can be heard on many Stevie Wonder classics, including “Superstition," “Living for the City” and “You Are the Sunshine of My Life,” as well as hits by the Isley Brothers, Minnie Riperton, Joan Baez, the Doobie Brothers, Quincy Jones, Randy Newman and others. Jason Tawkin leads us through the incredible story of how this massive instrument came to be donated to the National Music Centre in Calgary, Canada, and its renovation, enabling TONTO’s full capabilities to be used by musicians from around the world once again… If you can, please support the Electronically Yours podcast via my Patron: patron.com/ellectronicallyours

    1h 1m

  2. 17 OCT

    EP217: Karis Anderson

    Today’s insightful episode of Electronically Yours features Karis Anderson, currently starring the title role of Tina Turner in hit musical Tina – The Tina Turner Musical at the Aldwych Theatre in London.  This discussion is a fascinating insight into the world of musical theatre, and the rollercoaster world it entails. As someone who loved Tina, I can confirm that Karis’s portrayal of Tina is flawless. Karis Anderson’s theatre credits also include Diana Ross in Motown and PP Arnold in All Or Nothing. She started her musical journey as part of Stooshe, a very successful UK all girl chart group. Ladies and gentlemen, meet the spirit of Tina - Karis Anderson... If you can, please support the Electronically Yours podcast via my Patron: patron.com/ellectronicallyours

    1h 20m

  3. 10 OCT

    EP216: Holly Johnson

    Today’s fantastic episode features the legendary artist, songwriter and performer Holly Johnson, most famous of course for the great Frankie Goes To Hollywood. As well as continuing to tour as a solo artist, Holly’s latest work includes a huge new exhibition covering his entire career at the Museum of Liverpool, including many of his paintings. As a relatively shy and private person who rarely gives long-form interviews, I am especially pleased that Holly agreed to this lovely conversation. Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to the pleasuredrome - meet Holly Johnson... If you can, please support the Electronically Yours podcast via my Patron: patron.com/ellectronicallyours

    1h 10m

  4. 5 OCT

    EP215: Stuart Braithwaite / Mogwai

    Today’s episode of Electronically Yours features Stuart Braithwaite, leader of one of my favourite ‘post-rock’ bands, Mogwai. Their epic and hypnotic instrumental compositions are utterly unique, and after 33 years their live shows continue to enthrall audiences around the world. Ladies and gentlemen, music for a forgotten future, Mogwai... If you can, please support the Electronically Yours podcast via my Patron: patron.com/ellectronicallyours

    1h 11m

  5. 26 SEPT

    EP214: Cyril Lance pt.2

    This episode features part two of the fascinating interview with ex-head designer for Moog and current designer of the new magnificent new Rhodes mk 8. Time for more enlightenment from a great designer and musician - Cyril Lance... If you can, please support the Electronically Yours podcast via my Patron: patron.com/ellectronicallyours

    1h 35m

  6. 19 SEPT

    EP213: Cyril Lance pt.1

    Today’s unmissable episode of Electronically Yours features the exceptionally multi-talented engineer and acclaimed musician, Cyril Lance. He joined Moog Music as Senior Engineer after company founder, Bob Moog, who passed away in August, had personally selected Cyril to carry out his vision of creating timeless electronic musical instruments. Cyril has over 20 years of experience in both music and engineering. His hybrid career path straddles high level musical creativity and performance and genius-level electrical engineering and design. He has co-designed Moog instruments Little Phatty, Taurus 3, Minotaur, Sub 37, Animoog, the excellent Theremini and currently the amazing brand new Rhodes version Mk 8 stage piano. This episode is a synth geek’s fever dream, so much so that I decided to split into 2 parts (next episode next week). Ladies and gentlemen, the man with the brain the size of a planet - Cyril Lance...   If you can, please support the Electronically Yours podcast via my Patron: patron.com/ellectronicallyours

    1h 11m

  7. 12 SEPT

    EP212: Grace Sands

    Today’s exciting episode of Electronically Yours features DJ, producer and label head Grace Sands. Grace brings a queer take on deep house from her DIY Sound System roots, free parties and worldwide travels in the partnership Digs & Woosh. Since 1991, they helped to define the deep house sound, the same year the collective made friends with Jose Padilla in Ibiza successfully playing Amnesia, Pacha, Space Terrace & Eden. Digs & Woosh were two of 'only a few people who could actually play the Cafe Del Mar sunset'. Ladies and gentlemen, meet the utterly unique Grace Sands... If you can, please support the Electronically Yours podcast via my Patron: patron.com/ellectronicallyours

    1h 10m

  8. 5 SEPT

    EP211: Erik 'Blu2th' Griggs

    Today's exciting episode of Electronically Yours features legendary producer Erik ‘Blu2th’ Griggs. Even if you haven't heard of Blu2th, you're certainly heard him. Born in Cleveland OH and raised in St Louis MO, Erik has become on of the most respected names in the Los Angeles music scene. He is proficient on multiple instruments and Grammy nominated as a Producer and Songwriter. Emmy and Song of the Year Award winner. You've heard his work on Dr. Dre, Aretha Franklin, Boyz II Men, Snoop, Cedric the Entertainer, Eminem, Kanye West, Beyonce, and the list goes on. He's also a Jazz, R&B, and Hip Hop artist with singles out in all three Genres.  Ladies and gentlemen - “If it doesn't make you feel anything, either you ain't human or it ain't music.” – Erik ‘Blu2th’ Griggs... If you can, please support the Electronically Yours podcast via my Patreon: patreon.com/electronicallyours

    1h 14m
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Heaven 17, British Electric Foundation and Illustrious Company's Martyn Ware talks to the famous artists from the worlds of music, art, film, comedy, TV and creativity that he's encountered during his 40 year career. These interviews are rare and precious gems, featuring a raw and sometimes irreverent take on life and the things that make life worth living, Diving deep into the biographical ocean, these podcasts are an unmissable insight into a series of fascinating lives... Production and occasional musical interludes by Charles Stooke Engineer - Charles Stooke, Artwork - Malcolm Garrett.

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