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Why We Bleep

Mylar Melodies
Music Technology
Eurorack
Modular Synthesizers
Doepfer Company
Kraftwerk
Synthesizers
AI In Music
Electronic Music
Tidalcycles
Live Coding
Algorave
Improvisation
Everything Everything
Community
Pattern Recognition
Music Creation
Generative Music
Sound Design
Intellijel
Songwriting Process

Why We Bleep is inspired by the mysterious, unique and amazing people behind the equipment and music that we love. It's about getting better at making music, dweebing out over music and synth technology, and to perhaps better understand where music making might be going.

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The genesis of Eurorack in 1995, collaborations with Kraftwerk, the 'red stripe' controversy (if you know you know) - in this episode we hear from Dieter Doepfer, in a live interview from Machina Bristronica 2024, about how his Eurorack Modular forma... more

Discussing the magic of making impossible instruments in Reaktor, making Happy Hardcore Hymns in school, the rise and fall of Endlesss and whether you can take credit for writing music with generative tools… If you enjoyed this episode, please share ... more

Another freewheeling conversation about Tom’s big life change, his new Workshop Modular, and everything else with the wonderful Mr Whitwell. If you enjoyed this episode, please share it! BUY TOMS MODULES & PRE-ORDER WORKSHOP: musicthing.co.uk... more

Discussing how to be productive combining hardware and software, creative limitations he uses to get tracks made and much more besides with Ableton Live co-inventor Monolake, aka Robert Henke!

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Recent Guests

Paul Barker
Founder of Dinsync, specializing in creating kits for classic drum machines.
Dinsync
Episode: WHY WE BLEEP 047: DINSYNC
Manu Retamero
A key figure at Befaco and an enthusiast in synthesizers and technology.
Befaco
Episode: WHY WE BLEEP 046: MANU RETAMERO - BEFACO
Alex McLean
Creator of the term Algorave and developer of TidalCycles.
Episode: WHY WE BLEEP 045: ALGORAVE/ALEX MCLEAN
Jake Knight
Creative mind behind RYK Modular and experienced in film and advertising
RYK Modular
Episode: WHY WE BLEEP 044: RYK MODULAR
Alex Robertshaw
Guitarist and modular synth enthusiast from Everything Everything
Everything Everything
Episode: WHY WE BLEEP 043: EVERYTHING EVERYTHING
Tom Whitwell
Creator of the Music Thing modular series and music technology enthusiast
Music Thing
Episode: WHY WE BLEEP 042: MUSIC THING MK VI
Danjel Van Tijn
Founder of Intellijel, a company specializing in modular synthesizers.
Intellijel
Episode: WHY WE BLEEP 040: INTELLIJEL
Chris Clark
Renowned electronic music producer and a long-time artist with Warp Records.
Warp Records
Episode: WHY WE BLEEP 039: CLARK

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Mylar Melodies
Host and creator focused on modular synthesizers.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 458 ratings
  • Inspirational Podcast for musicians and synth enthusiasts

    My #1 go to podcast, easily! Crammed full of inspirational conversations with incredible guests, it’s like Sean Evan’s Hot Ones level deep cut modular, and synthesiser focussed conversations with the all the giants of the field, be it Surgeon, be it Tom Whitwell or that crazy Spanish dude from Befaco, genuinely interesting chats providing real insights into the genre of the synthesiser world, Alex is such a joyful person full of enthusiasm, even the sponsor ads are entertaining, go check Alex (M... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JinHu
    New Zealanda month ago
  • Wonderful

    1st time listener (to the Rival Consoles episode)

    Completely loved it, I will be listening to them all. Great to hear professional music makers talking over such relatable issues and fun stuff.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bibobub
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • The greatest modular and synth gear podcast out there

    Please please make some more episodes and anyone out there reading this review …. Please go over to patreon and consider helping this happen more…. Every episode is pure love meets gold

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ginoginelli.com
    Canada2 years ago
  • Fantastic show

    I’ve been hoovering these up for the past few weeks and although I’m still fairly new to synths (and hesitant to try modular because of my wallet!), I find so much inspiration in these shows.

    Surgeon, Scanner and Hainbach episodes have been my highlights so far but they’re all great. And Mylar Melodies is a perfect host - excellent questions about process and so many books, links, etc. to follow up on! I really hope there will be more...

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    cardindex
    United States4 years ago
  • Makes me wanna modulate ALL the things!

    I was mostly listening to pick up modular patching tips but my main take away is how hype I get to hit the rack after! It’s especially good to listen to while doing studio maintenance or other music related but non-audio tasks.

    I am absolutely stunned that all these guests are sleeping on TouchOSC tho! It’s a lifesaver when making playing patches. I don’t know what I would do without it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ill.gator
    Canada4 years ago

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Listeners praise the podcast for its inspiring conversations and the joyful enthusiasm of the host.
Many reviews highlight the excellent quality of guests and the deep insights provided, which resonate well even with those new to modular synthesis.
There are mixed reviews, with some noting frustration over perceived political content that detracts from the music focus, while the majority find the episodes engaging and educational.

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#238
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#107
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Apple Podcasts
#158
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Apple Podcasts
#205
Chile/Music

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WHY WE BLEEP 052: ROBERT HENKE/MONOLAKE
Q: What do you think about the phenomenon of the laptop, electronic musician, which is something you help create?
People using laptops for performances is now historical, and younger generations use whatever they prefer to create music.
WHY WE BLEEP 052: ROBERT HENKE/MONOLAKE
Q: Do you separate the sound design and the composition process?
The sound design is absolutely integral to the music creation process.
WHY WE BLEEP 039: CLARK
Q: How do you know when your music is finished?
Clark explains that there’s a sensation of completion when a track feels right and he realizes that further tweaking would diminish its quality.
WHY WE BLEEP 039: CLARK
Q: What is your approach to composing music for film?
Clark emphasizes the collaborative process with directors and the emotional connection he aims to convey through his scores.
WHY WE BLEEP 039: CLARK
Q: Were you musical from like an early age or?
Clark recounts playing the violin and being more interested in drums, noting that his family wasn't particularly musical.

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