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NEM#55: Don Preston, Mother of Keyboard Invention
NEM#55: Don Preston, Mother of Keyboard Invention
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Length:
61 minutes
Released:
Sep 20, 2017
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Podcast episode
Description
Don has composed and played jazz since the '50s, was a Frank Zappa sideman through his classic '60s albums and beyond, and has since released 20+ albums, scored 20 films, and has performed with numerous artists including John Lennon, Lou Rawls, and Nat King Cole. He has also been called "the father of modern synthesis" for his work in electronic music.
We discuss "Winds of Change" (3rd movement, 2001), "Palmer Park" (1975), and "Analog Heaven #7" (1975). End song: "Piano Solo" from TriAngular Bent (2016). Opening/closing music: "King Kong" from Uncle Meat by the Mothers of Invention (1969).
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We discuss "Winds of Change" (3rd movement, 2001), "Palmer Park" (1975), and "Analog Heaven #7" (1975). End song: "Piano Solo" from TriAngular Bent (2016). Opening/closing music: "King Kong" from Uncle Meat by the Mothers of Invention (1969).
This conversation includes bonus conversations and songs! Get it by supporting the podcast via patreon.com/nakedlyexaminedmusic or through a podcast network membership.
Hear more Nakedly Examined Music. Like our Facebook page.
Released:
Sep 20, 2017
Format:
Podcast episode
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