Join us for an enlightening evening as we delve into the world of music technology with the legendary Roger Linn, the mastermind behind iconic innovations like the LinnDrum and the LinnStrument. In conversation with renowned music technology journalist, Martin Delaney, the live stream promises to be a journey through the evolution and future of accessible music technology.
Access:
The event will be live streamed on Tuesday 13th February from 6pm-8pm, with live captions available. Please let us know of any specific access requirements when registering for the event.
Discover the stories and inspiration behind some of the world’s most influential music technologies. Learn how Roger’s inventions, from the groundbreaking LM-1 drum machine to the revolutionary LinnStrument, have transformed the music industry.
Manufactured by his company Linn Electronics, the LM-1 and its successors the LinnDrum and Linn9000 provided the drums for countless hit records during the 1980s by artists including Prince, Madonna, Michael Jackson, Tina Turner, Peter Gabriel, Elton John, Rod Stewart, Devo and Bruce Hornsby, and are considered a major influence on the music of the era.
In 1988, he designed the innovative MPC60 MIDI Production Center for the Japanese Akai Company, with his signature appearing on the product’s front panel. Combining a sampling drum machine with a real-time MIDI sequencer, this product gradually became the industry standard in the production of hip-hop, dance and related music styles throughout the 1990s, and has been credited as a significant influence in the evolution of hip hop music.
The LinnStrument explored
A key segment of the live stream will be dedicated to the LinnStrument, an accessible musical instrument designed to bridge the gap between traditional musicianship and modern technology. Roger will demonstrate its unique features, showing how it opens new creative avenues for artists of all abilities.
Interactive Q&A Session
Engage with Roger and our guests. Dive into the nuances of accessible music technology, and explore how it’s paving the way for inclusive and innovative musical expression.
Secure your spot in this not-to-be-missed event. Witness firsthand how accessible music technology is not just about instruments, but about breaking barriers and empowering every artist.
DMLab London is supported by the City Bridge Trust and with public funding from Arts Council England.
