Although still a bit self-conscious and borderline radio friendly, the combination of 8-bit feel and vintage synths with some 21st century compression is post-worthy. A little grooming, a bit more suffering and these kids could really develop a sound. It is synth meets indie meets navel-gazing pop. Straight outta...Texas? Love it. Peep the analog video synth work as well! 

An LZX Industries / Blackmagic Rollercoaster Production Directed by Lars Larsen Videography by Blackmagic Rollercoaster Physical Effects & Construction by Jonah Lange Starring Kaylan Drake Burnette Special thanks to Scott Gelber, Malcolm Welbourne, Ben Aqua, Christine Aprile, Juan Cisneros, Katie Graham, Chad Allen, Tommy Blackburn, Michael Stein, Nick Smith, Scott Whiteman, Wiley Wiggins and many others Lars Larsen is an electronics designer and multimedia artist in Austin, Texas. Larsen's work focuses on synergistic relationships between technology and subject, and the resurrection of forgotten pre-Computer Age technologies. Over the past few years, he and partner Edward Leckie of Sydney, Australia have been developing an analogue video synthesizer called the LZX Visionary in the tradition of esoteric video art tools used in the 1970's. The LZX Visionary manipulates and creates images in the same way a normal synthesizer does for sounds. Mind Drips is the first music video to utilize this unique synthesizer, and all of its visual effects are recorded in real-time using techniques such as abstract pattern synthesis, video feedback, and analog compositing. For more information on the LZX Visionary video synthesizer, visit http://www.lzxindustries.net or e-mail lars@lzxindustries.net

SCHEMATIC: A curated selection of video goodies!

Neon Indian http://www.myspace.com/neonindian http://neonindian.com/

Part two of the haunted three-part instrumental which runs throughout Era Extraña. Due out on September 13, 2011

Part two of the haunted three-part instrumental which runs throughout Era Extraña. Due out on September 13, 2011

German EBM (Electronic Body Music) pioneers, Liaisons Dangereuses are goin' for it full throttle on this track. This particular live version was filmed in Manchester in 1982. Acid synthlines abound, making this track a landmark Chicago/Detroit precursor. iSpy my favorite synth duo the Korg MS-20 and MS-50. 

(Live Manchester 07.07.1982) (VHS Record) The little kids in the park are really lucky They go walking Holding hands Dreaming about candy which doesnt cost any money But.. Who dares to say they are innocents?

Synth goddess and band co-founder Beate Bartel was also one of the original members of the avant-garde band Einstürzende Neubauten. This next live version was filmed at a music festival in Düsseldorf. Check out pink hair at 1:21!!

liaisons dangereuses - los niños del parque.flv

For comparison purposes, I've also included a still frame video for the 12" version.

Los ninos del parque 1982

Yeah, yeah. I've been lazy about posting lately and not much music. But this tron'd out Velodrome intro scored by Chemical Brothers is seriously awesome. 

Crystal has created a three minute animated sequence for the song’s promotional video to match its heart-pounding rhythms. Played in the Velodrome before every session the video shows the Velodrome as never before, literally pulsating with excitement. “We’ve created sweeping contours and sleek surfaces as the backdrop for an intense, futuristic cycling ‘duel’ as two animated riders power round the track,” said Darren Groucutt, creative director at Crystal. “It truly brings the Velodrome to life.” James O’Brien, LOCOG Head of Sports Presentation, said: ‘Inspiring people to engage with sport has always been central to our vision and we want to ensure the way we present sport adds to the experience of the spectators in the venues and builds the atmosphere. This will be a special summer and we are grateful to everyone who has given their time and expertise over the past years.’

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NYC idea man Tyler DeAngelo recently created 5th Ave Frogger, which pulls real-time traffic data to drive the cars in this classic arcade game. Tip o' the hat to you, Mr. DeAngelo. 

5th Ave Frogger is an attempt to imagine what the Frogger arcade game would be like if it was created today. This version of Frogger is similar to the original, except the traffic you dodge in 5th Ave Frogger is actually traveling down 5th Ave in New York City as you play.

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Check out Google's mini-moog emulator in honor of what would have been Robert Moog's 78th birthday! Adjustable filters, modulation control, four-track recording. How awesome!

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