
Thom Holmes is your curator and guide to vintage electronic music recordings and audio experimentation. Drawing from his collection of vintage electronic music recordings spanning the years 1930-1985, each episode explores a topic or theme of historical interest. Holmes is the author of the book, Electronic and Experimental Music, sixth edition, 2020.
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 100 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Music CommentaryMusicMusic History | |||

Welcome to the podcast and thanks for listening. As I prepare a large batch of episodes to drop when the revision of my book Electronic and Experimental Music appears in August, I thought why not release a few additional episodes that have nothing to... more
Welcome to the podcast and thanks for listening. As I prepare a large batch of episodes to drop when the revision of my book Electronic and Experimental Music appears in August, I thought why not release a few additional episodes that have nothing to... more
Welcome to the podcast and thanks for listening. As I prepare a large batch of episodes to drop when the revision of my book Electronic and Experimental Music appears in August, I thought why not release a few additional episodes that have nothing to... more
Episode 183
The BBC Shipping Forecast Soundscape, No. 2, for 2026
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This soundscape consists of selections of BBC Shipping Forecasts from the past two years, bits of other broadcasts from the BBC and others, plus electronic sounds and audio... more
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The show acts as a deep dive into vintage electronic music, archival recordings, and the historical context surrounding explorations in sound design. Each episode blends curatorial narration with sonic experiments, showcasing themes from early electronic devices to contemporary AI-assisted ideas, often pairing historical analysis with immersive soundscapes. A standout aspect is the host's role as a meticulous collector and guide, connecting rare recordings to broader movements in music technology, making it a strong fit for listeners who enjoy historical insight paired with sonic exploration.
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