Music About Computers

This episode is about music about computers, as opposed to computer music made by computers. The oldest track is by Raymond Scott, from 1964, created for the IBM MT/ST word processor. The featured work is the complete version of Icelandic composer Johann Johannsson’s IBM 1401 Computer Manual from 2006. Plus many others songs about computers, their peripherals, and affect on human existence. Enjoy!

Om Podcasten

Thom Holmes is your curator and guide to vintage electronic music recordings and audio experimentation. Drawing from his collection of vintage electronic music recordings spanning the years 1915-1985, each episode explores a topic or theme of historical interest. Holmes is the author of the book, Electronic and Experimental Music, sixth edition, 2020.