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Pixelblip @pixelblip.bsky.social · 1h

One of my favourite drummers Jack De Johnette has just died. He was a powerhouse. Anyone who knows me knows how much I love Miles and Bitches Brew - and this album. Rest in Peace Jack. He had that special energy and groove. Listen to his drumming here.

youtu.be/KmSQqtCZJ9s?...

Go Ahead John (2022 Remaster)

YouTube video by Miles Davis - Topic

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Pixelblip @pixelblip.bsky.social · 22h

Spooky Castle

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Pixelblip @pixelblip.bsky.social · 2d

I really like the Arturia Microbrute. Look at how compact and well designed it is. The sequencer is very well implemented. Just flick the switch to record and start playing notes. It would be nice to see a poly version in this size with a drum machine built in and some speakers.

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Pixelblip @pixelblip.bsky.social · 2d

I just bought a Korg Volca Beats for 50 quid.
It's a really great drum machine. I love the sound of it and the size.
Then I read it just does 8 patterns. WTF! 8 patterns???
Why did they hamper such a great sounding machine?

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Pixelblip @pixelblip.bsky.social · 4d

Contaminated

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Pixelblip @pixelblip.bsky.social · 4d

House of horrors
#halloween
( reposted. I always find something missing in my pics after posting. I am a Virgo by nature. Picky!)

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Pixelblip @pixelblip.bsky.social · 5d

It will be released at midnight on October the 31st!

www.youtube.com/watch?v=MkC1...

A.I gives me the *******!

YouTube video by axs203

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Pixelblip @pixelblip.bsky.social · 7d

A lot of people are reflecting today after that AWS outage. Was life better in the 80s before the internet?
It's very difficult to weigh that up. The high streets are now empty but we can buy everything at the click of a button. The internet lets us collaborate but also has sent everyone bonkers

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Pixelblip @pixelblip.bsky.social · 7d

I've just managed to re-create my favourite toy from the 1970s in VR. So cool! I've always wanted to do this!
Expect some kind of Berzerk Space 1999 remake soon!

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Pixelblip @pixelblip.bsky.social · 7d

I didn't realise John Lodge had died!
Wow. Only one Moodie left. Justin Hayward.

They were such a great group. The 60s stars are all fading away.

www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

Moody Blues singer John Lodge dies aged 82

Lodge played on some of the group's best known songs, such as Nights In White Satin and Question.

www.bbc.co.uk

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Pixelblip @pixelblip.bsky.social · 10d

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ATARI Intellivision Sprint! | Hand-On FIRST LOOK from PRGE Show Foor

YouTube video by GenXGrownUp

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Pixelblip @pixelblip.bsky.social · 14d

Lovely cat!

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Pixelblip @pixelblip.bsky.social · 14d

Brilliant story
youtu.be/vnojY9I6iyc?...

Donovan [@ hmv 363 Bookshop; 05/10/2025]

YouTube video by pedro montenegro

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Pixelblip @pixelblip.bsky.social · 14d

Wow Donovan is still looking great and sounding great
www.youtube.com/watch?v=vnoj...

Donovan [@ hmv 363 Bookshop; 05/10/2025]

YouTube video by pedro montenegro

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MarsFS @8bitlegend.bsky.social · 16d

Teletext Mode 7 Messing around with frames and GIF import on Telepaint.

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Pixelblip @pixelblip.bsky.social · 16d

I wonder what King Curtis would have done if he hadn't had his life taken so early in his mid 30s on his doorstep by a junkie.. The world is so full of extremes....beauty...and sadness. I guess that's why this music is so special

youtu.be/4o1f9ONkl-c?...

Groove Me

YouTube video by King Curtis - Topic

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Pixelblip @pixelblip.bsky.social · 16d

High flyer

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Pixelblip @pixelblip.bsky.social · 16d

High flyer

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Pixelblip @pixelblip.bsky.social · 18d

If you don't know 'Soft Machine' check them out. Part of The Canterbury scene. I didn't realise the great Mike Ratledge (keyboards) had died this year. Another great group was 'Nucleus'. They often shared musicians. Take a listen!

www.youtube.com/watch?v=1qJa...

www.youtube.com/watch?v=28Zg...

"Penny Hitch" suite - Soft Machine (1973)

YouTube video by Steve Ruotolo

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Pixelblip @pixelblip.bsky.social · 20d

I watched a concert last night. Someone playing Bach's 'The Goldberg Variations'.When you think of all the destruction and chaos in our world and in history and you hear this it humbles you. It's the pinnacle of humanity. What we can achieve. It is of such beauty it's like liquid gold for your ears.

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Pixelblip @pixelblip.bsky.social · 20d

I've noticed with A.I that at some point you are better off starting again with your code rather than trying to flog a dead horse.It gets to a point like a child doing their homework where it gets confused, repeats mistakes, gets tired.
To start fresh is the best but it means feeding in the big prog

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Pixelblip @pixelblip.bsky.social · 20d

A.I can be so funny at times :
Me: You are cheeky! (it told me that the piano it designed was 'good enough'!!!)

Me: The trouble is my friend piano keys are piano keys. They can't be 'good enough'.

AI: You're absolutely right! I apologize for that "good enough" comment - that was cheeky indeed! 😅

Pixelblip @pixelblip.bsky.social · 23d

I got a bit nostalgic tonight and started watching gameplay from Doomsday Castle for the ZX.
Loadsa distinctive things in it. That and the game 'The Pyramid'. Who could forget Ziggy and the zaps and fading explosions. Also that creepy magenta bird bat thing. Classic!
www.youtube.com/watch?v=SiKv...

Doomsday Castle (Fantasy Software, 1983) (ZX Spectrum)

YouTube video by zxspectrumgames4

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Pixelblip @pixelblip.bsky.social · 25d

It's pronounced Bucke like the French version - not Bucket!
Rest In Peace Patricia - you made us all laugh!

www.youtube.com/watch?v=FboW...

Best of Hyacinth Bucket's Name Mispronunciation | Keeping Up Appearances

YouTube video by BritBox

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Pixelblip @pixelblip.bsky.social · 25d

She was so funny in that. Richard!!!!!

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