Author: Christopher Laird Simmons

Christopher Laird Simmons

About Christopher Laird Simmons

https://christophersimmons.com

Christopher Laird Simmons has been a working journalist since his first magazine sale in 1984. He has since written for wide variety of print and online publications covering lifestyle, tech and entertainment. He is an award-winning author, designer, photographer, and musician. He is a member of ASCAP and PRSA. He is the founder and CEO of Neotrope®, based in Temecula, CA, USA.

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KORG Offers 64-bit Support for Legacy Collection Software on both Mac and Windows Platforms

Christopher Laird Simmons

MELVILLE, N.Y. (MuseWire) – This week Korg announced 64-bit native capabilitiy for their popular Legacy Collection virtual music instruments. Korg’s Legacy Collection is a complete software recreation of five legendary KORG Synthesizers – the MS-20, Polysix, Mono/Poly, M1 and WAVESTATION – complemented by the included MDE-X Effects Suite, which boasts 19 different effects algorithms. UPDATE […]

New Book: Sample Magic announces ‘Classic Tracks – The Real Stories Behind 68 Seminal Recordings’ by Richard Buskin

Christopher Laird Simmons

LONDON, U.K. (MuseWire) – Sample Magic has announced the publication of its latest book, Richard Buskin’s “Classic Tracks” (ISBN: 978-0-9564460-2-2; 420pp). In “Classic Tracks,” New York Times best-selling author Richard Buskin unearths the true stories behind 68 seminal recordings. “Classic Tracks” includes more than 350 colour and black-and-white images across 420 pages. What really went […]

ASCAP to Distribute More Than $1.8 Million in Plus Cash Awards to reward writers whose works have a unique prestige value

Christopher Laird Simmons

NEW YORK, N.Y. (MuseWire) – More than $1.8 million in cash awards for 2012-2013 will be distributed to songwriter and composer members of the American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers (ASCAP) by the Society’s ASCAP Plus Awards Panels, it was announced today by ASCAP President & Chairman Paul Williams. The purpose of these special […]

StudioBLADE Generation 3 Music Workstations launched with 22-inch LED Multi-Touchscreen

Christopher Laird Simmons

AUSTIN, Texas (MuseWire) — Music Computing, the makers of the StudioBLADE line of all-in-one music keyboard production stations announced today the Gen3 versions, which represents another leap in performance and value. The StudioBLADE Gen3 is all-in-one music production command and control center, which allow users to compose; record, mix, and master songs that are ready for radio or direct Internet distribution.

Haken Audio updates Continuum Fingerboard hands-on electronic instrument and MIDI controller to 5.30

Christopher Laird Simmons

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (MuseWire) — Haken Audio has announced the latest update for their Continuum Fingerboard hands-on electronic instrument and MIDI controller. The number of carefully crafted internal preset sounds has dramatically increased from 18 to 66. Included in these new sounds are designs using non-linear feedback filtering for wind physical models, granular sounds based on predefined timbre data, and sounds which take advantage of the other new design options available in 5.30.

New Doepfer Dark Energy II Analog Synthesizer announced with ‘completely different filter type’ from original

Christopher Laird Simmons

GRAEFELFING, Germany (MuseWire) – Audio hardware developer Doepfer has announced availability of its new Dark Energy II Analog Synthesizer, a redesigned version of the original Dark Energy, a standalone monophonic analogue synthesizer with built-in USB/MIDI interfacing and CV connectivity released to much critical acclaim in 2010. So why the need to redesign something so successful […]

Bob Moog Foundation’s Educational Initiative Ignites Rare Collaboration Between Asheville City School and Buncombe County Schools

Christopher Laird Simmons

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (MuseWire) — Dr. Bob’s SoundSchool (DBSS), the Bob Moog Foundation’s hallmark educational project, is expanding to serve two school districts in Western North Carolina. Twenty-five teachers from Asheville City Schools and Buncombe County Schools will be teaching the 10-week curriculum to over 500 second grade students beginning in January. This marks the first time that the two school districts have collaborated on a teaching program.

Plugin Alliance LLC contributes six multi-format plugins to Avid’s new AAX Pack for Pro Tools

Christopher Laird Simmons

WILMINGTON, Del. (MuseWire) – The new American pro audio plug-in company Plugin Alliance LLC is proud to announce that it has contributed six multi-format (including AAX DSP/AAX Native) plug-ins to Burlington, Massachusetts-headquartered digital audio and video technology creator Avid’s recently-released AAX Pack, making it the main contributor to this 18-plug-in-strong bundle. The AAX (Avid Audio […]

Indonesian Performers Jogja Hip Hop Foundation Bring Cultural Diplomacy to Main Street America

Christopher Laird Simmons

WASHINGTON, D.C. (MuseWire) – The U.S. Department of State announced today that Indonesian performers Jogja Hip Hop Foundation is traveling from Yogyakarta, Indonesia to communities across America as part of a cultural diplomacy initiative, Center Stage, from November 15 to December 8. Center StageSM brings performing artists from Haiti, Indonesia, and Pakistan to the United […]

Audinate announces first phase of its global expansion, adds new Manager of Global Support Services at US headquarters in Portland

Christopher Laird Simmons

PORTLAND, Ore. (MuseWire) – Audinate has announced the first phase of its new global expansion, with the addition of a new Manager of Global Support Services based out of its U.S. headquarters in Portland. Landon Gentry has joined Audinate to lead its worldwide support organization, and will take particular responsibility for directly supporting U.S. based […]

Yamaha Pro Audio and Steinberg launch NUAGE: An Advanced Production System

Christopher Laird Simmons

Shizuoka, Japan (MuseWire) – Today, Yamaha and Steinberg have joined forces to create an advanced production system – NUAGE – that empowers professionals in the television, advertising, film, and media industries with unprecedented capabilities and efficiency. Yamaha hardware integrates seamlessly with Steinberg software in a cohesive platform that ushers in a new era of post-production […]

RØDE announces the RODE Reporter Microphone

Christopher Laird Simmons

SURRY HILLS, NSW (MuseWire) – Australian audio equipment manufacturer RØDE Microphones has announced a new addition to its line of broadcast and AV products, the Reporter. Designed for handheld interview and presentation applications, the Reporter features an omnidirectional dynamic capsule that is designed to allow the user freedom of use, without the technique related issues […]

Native Instruments introduces SESSION HORNS – a new KONTAKT instrument that features the sound of a four-piece horn section

Christopher Laird Simmons

Berlin, Germany (MuseWire) – Native Instruments today introduced SESSION HORNS, a new KONTAKT instrument that features the sound of a four-piece horn section. Notable for its pristine and authentic sound, SESSION HORNS is designed to allow producers of all levels access to high quality horns, and includes a number of features that make it a […]

U.S. Department of State Announces Bluegrass Group Della Mae to Tour with American Music Abroad

Christopher Laird Simmons

WASHINGTON, D.C. (MuseWire) – The U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, in partnership with American Voices, announced that the Boston, Massachusetts-based Bluegrass group Della Mae will tour Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Pakistan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan this fall as part of the American Music Abroad series. Della Mae was recently nominated for The […]

Audinate Joins Open Control Architecture Alliance (OCA Alliance)

Christopher Laird Simmons

PORTLAND, Ore. (MuseWire) – Audinate, the inventors of the patented digital media networking solution Dante, has joined the OCA Alliance as an Associate Member. The OCA Alliance was formed by professional audio companies who work in different product markets and represent a diverse cross section of vertical market positions and application use-cases. Founding OCA Alliance […]

Roland announces new ‘folding’ V-Drum Kit, the portable TD-4KP

Christopher Laird Simmons

LOS ANGELES, Calif. (MuseWire) – This past week, Roland announced the new TD-4KP V-Drums Portable, a compact, easy-to-transport electronic drum set with a unique and innovative folding design. This new set offers players the industry leading V-Drums sound and performance with maximum mobility and ultra-quick setup time. The TD-4KP features a kick pad, a snare […]

XILS-lab Announce LX122 Rotary Speakers ‘Leslie’ Emulation Plug-in

Christopher Laird Simmons

GRENOBLE, France (MuseWire) – XILS-lab today announced their newest plugin which they describe as so: “Combining Tube based amplifier simulation, rotating speaker effects and room responses, the LX122 would not truly be an XILS-lab Instrument if did not offer a combination of authentic vintage sound and unique and innovative features you won’t find anywhere else.” […]

Universal Audio updates UAD-2 adds Shadow Hills Mastering Compressor and K-Stereo Ambience Recovery

Christopher Laird Simmons

SCOTTS VALLEY, Calif. (MuseWire) – UAD-2 Powered Plug-Ins software v6.3.2 is here, Universal Audio announced today, featuring an exclusive emulation of the remarkable Shadow Hills Mastering Compressor developed by Brainworx, and the Precision K-Stereo Ambience Recovery plug-in, developed by UA and famed mastering engineer Bob Katz. New 6.3.2 Software Features: New! Shadow Hills Mastering Compressor […]

U.S. Department of State’s American Music Abroad Program Now Accepting Applications

Christopher Laird Simmons

WASHINGTON, D.C. (MuseWire) – The U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs announced today that the American Music Abroad program, an international exchange program that uses music as a means to engage underserved audiences worldwide, is now accepting applications for American musicians for the 2013-2014 season. Candidates may apply at www.americanvoice.org/ama. The […]

MOCHILLA, of Timeless Fame, Presents the Premiere of Chicano Batman’s Video for Joven Navegante at Strictly Grooves Record Gallery in Highland Park

Christopher Laird Simmons

LOS ANGELES, Calif. (MuseWire) — Qvole Collective, an independent artist management and development company, announces today West Coast photographer, filmmaker, hip-hop scholar and Mochilla founder, Brian (B+) Cross shot and directed the new video ‘Joven Navegante’ for L.A.’s psych/tropical/soul act Chicano Batman. The video was premiered two separate times at 8:45 and 10:15 on Friday, October 12 at Highland Park’s newly opened ‘record gallery’ Strictly Grooves.

Bluegrass-Americana Group the Boston Boys to Tour Middle East with American Music Abroad

Christopher Laird Simmons

WASHINGTON, D.C. (MuseWire) – The U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, in partnership with American Voices, announced that the Boston, Massachusetts-based Bluegrass/Americana group The Boston Boys will tour Morocco, Israel, Egypt, Cyprus, and Saudi Arabia this fall as part of the American Music Abroad series. Tour activities will include public concerts, […]

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Native Instruments introduces ACTION STRINGS – a phrase-based instrument featuring a 60-piece string orchestra

Christopher Laird Simmons

BERLIN, Germany (MuseWire) – Native Instruments today introduced ACTION STRINGS – a phrase-based instrument featuring a 60-piece string orchestra. Running in KONTAKT 5 or the free KONTAKT PLAYER, ACTION STRINGS delivers driving string phrases and short motifs with an extremely natural and expansive sound. The flexible instrument provides producers of all skill levels with a […]

Native Instruments new TRAKTOR KONTROL Z2 with 2+2 design unites analog and digital DJing techniques

Christopher Laird Simmons

BERLIN, Germany (MuseWire) – Native Instruments today announced TRAKTOR KONTROL Z2, the world’s first 2+2 control mixer combining the industry’s leading DJ controller design with a high-quality soundcard and a host of new features, all housed inside an aircraft-grade aluminum chassis. New creative features inside the acclaimed TRAKTOR PRO software expand creative possibilities while premium-quality […]

Yamaha Dante-MY16-AUD Updated for Remote Head Amp Control

Christopher Laird Simmons

Shizuoka, Japan (MuseWire) – The Audinate Dante-MY16-AUD Mini-YGDAI interface card marketed by Yamaha Corporation has been updated to allow remote head amp control. The updated version allows the head amps in the Rio3224-D and Rio1608-D I/O rack units to be remotely controlled from an M7CL or LS9 digital mixing console. The Dante network audio protocol […]

Musical Shout Out to Merle Haggard in ‘Play Some Merle’

Christopher Laird Simmons

LOS ANGELES, Calif. (MuseWire) — Showing love for one of the world’s most respected songwriters, Danielle Egnew has recorded “Play Some Merle,” a fast-paced country-rock song that demonstrates how performing a little music by The Hag will improve almost any situation, including calming hot […]

The news release Musical Shout Out to Merle Haggard in ‘Play Some Merle’ appeared first on Send2Press NewsWire for Journalists.

Pit Stop Players Present: ‘Paranormal Activities’ – Halloween Concert Offers Three World Premieres

Christopher Laird Simmons

NEW YORK, N.Y. (MuseWire) — The Pit Stop Players, a fourteen-member instrumental ensemble composed of veteran Broadway pit musicians, launch their fourth season with a concert of creepy classics and petrifying premieres at the DiMenna Center for Classical Music on Monday, October 29 at 7:30 p.m.

The news release Pit Stop Players Present: ‘Paranormal Activities’ – Halloween Concert Offers Three World Premieres appeared first on Send2Press NewsWire for Journalists.

Halloween Songs for Kids Can Tickle the Funny Bone of the Whole Family

Christopher Laird Simmons

LOS ANGELES, Calif. (MuseWire) — For kids of all ages, Halloween is a spooktacular time of year and parents can easily create hours of good safe entertainment with the album called “Halloween Songs That Tickle Your Funny Bone.” From the pen of songwriter Ruth […]

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VirSyn announce Harmony Voice for iPad and iOS Devices

Christopher Laird Simmons

Pfinztal, Germany (MuseWire) – Transform your voice into a choir with up to four voices using Harmony Voice from VirSyn, a pitch shifter and harmonizer with professional features including automatic tuning correction. A realtime visual intonation-display gives you feedback of the tunes you sing. You can sing and Harmony voice will add up to four […]

Jane Bach Leads Songwriter Round at Bluebird Cafe with Sandra Piller, Kati Mac, and Billy Lee

Christopher Laird Simmons

LOS ANGELES, Calif. (MuseWire) — Songwriters from California, New York, and Nashville join in a country music tradition at the legendary Bluebird Cafe for “Jane Bach and Friends” on Saturday night, October 6. “This will be a fun evening featuring songs that were hits […]

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