What is a Mellotron

This video provides a wonderful description of an early sampling based instrument. Every sound was recorded on a tape track and played in sync with the other track. The keys appear to control the tape heads. The instrument has since appeared on an impressive list of popular recordings for such a novel instrument.           

Hans Zimmer’s Sherlock Holmes string section glued together

Yes, what you see in this video is a violin, viola, cello, and bass glued together. It was created by Diego Stocco(twitter) and is featured in Guy Richie’s film Sherlock Holmes. Enjoy.           

Three Visions of Future Roadways

Nothing directly related to music, but I think these road works projects are cool. The Millau Viaduct was opened in 2004 and completed the A75 route across France. It’s big. Flickr is nice to this bridge. Mumbai Worili Sea Link The Bandra-Worli Sea Link is an 8 lane bridge currently under construction across Mahim Bay, [...]