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Synth Robot
The head and top body of the robot were made using a Fairlight CMI, a digital synthesizer and sampler from the early 1980s. This provided advanced sound processing capabilities and allowed the robot to generate its own voice and sound effects. The bottom of the body was made with a Roland CR-78, a classic drum machine from 1978, which gave the robot a steady beat and rhythm for its movements. The left arm was made with a Prophet-5, a polyphonic…
Duke Keyboard Rig
Tony Banks, the keyboardist for the iconic rock band Genesis, had a diverse and impressive setup for the group’s 1980 tour. At the center of his rig was the Sequential Circuits Prophet-5, a classic polyphonic synthesizer known for its rich, expressive sound and its ability to create a wide range of classic synth tones. In addition to the Prophet-5, Tony also made use of the ARP Quadra synthesizer. The Quadra was a versatile instrument that allowed Tony to create a…
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Explore our collection of 3D Lego models that capture the beauty and complexity of real-life instruments in a fun, brick-built form. Synth Robot Lamb Keyboard Rig Duke Keyboard Rig Invisible Touch Keyboard Rig Rick Wakeman 1973 Keyboard Rig Instruments Shergold Flightcase BrickWerk Lamb Stage Brush Stage
The Wall – Lego Stage
The stage production of Pink Floyd’s live concert The Wall in 1980 was a groundbreaking and immersive experience for audiences. The concept for the stage show was developed by Pink Floyd bassist and lead songwriter Roger Waters, who drew inspiration from his own experiences growing up in post-war Britain and his tumultuous relationships with his father and bandmates. The stage design for The Wall was elaborate and visually stunning, featuring a giant wall that was built brick by brick during…
Who Has Sampled Genesis?
Tracks that have sampled Genesis songs Here is a small list of tracks from various genres (Hip-hop, dance, trance, techno) that have sampled Genesis songs. There seems to be quite a lot of Hip-Hop artists sampling Genesis. However, this should not come as a surprise as the world of hip-hop has been taken with Phil Collins for years. I enjoy the idea of artists sampling Genesis songs into other genres. To me it’s progressive. It’s similar to the original wave…
The Return of The Giant Hogweed
HERACLEUM MANTEGAZZIANI The song tells us about the giant hogweed (Heracleum mantegazzianium), originally from Southern Russia and Georgia, being introduced to Britain in the early nineteenth century by a Victorian explorer. However, Peter Gabriel uses poetic licence as it was introduced before the reign of Queen Victoria. The so-called Toxic Giant Hogweed, which can cause massive blisters and ulcers if it comes into contact with the skin or blindness if it comes into contact with the eyes. The song went…
We Nominate Phil Collins for his Awesomeness… And you can too
Podcast Updates #getphilvotedin, The Podcast – Episode 1 Leland Sklar #getphilvotedin, The Podcast – Episode 2 Lamont Van Hook Driving Force Traci Baker is the driving force behind the campaign, #getphilvotedin, a multipronged effort to raise awareness, and encourage the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Nominating Committee to nominate Phil Collins (for his significant contribution to music as a solo artist) on their next ballot. She hopes the campaign will help influence members of the voting body, because…