“Maker music” with Micachu and the Shapes

On the most recent installment of Boing Boing Video, Russell Porter reports from last year’s Loop Festival. There, he interviewed minimalist/glitch-pop trio Micachu and the Shapes. What makes them especially interesting to us is that they’re inspired by the experimental composer Harry Partch. And like Partch, they make a lot of their own instruments and incorporate junk, toys, and everyday machines (like vacuums) into their music, which is surprisingly hook-laden and lyrical.

BB Video: Micachu and “maker” music, the Russell Porter interview

What will the next generation of Make: look like? We’re inviting you to shape the future by investing in Make:. By becoming an investor, you help decide what’s next. The future of Make: is in your hands. Learn More.

Tagged

Gareth Branwyn is a freelance writer and the former Editorial Director of Maker Media. He is the author or editor of over a dozen books on technology, DIY, and geek culture. He is currently a contributor to Boing Boing, Wink Books, and Wink Fun. His free weekly-ish maker tips newsletter can be found at garstipsandtools.com.

View more articles by Gareth Branwyn
Discuss this article with the rest of the community on our Discord server!

ADVERTISEMENT

Escape to an island of imagination + innovation as Maker Faire Bay Area returns for its 16th iteration!

Prices Increase in....

Days
Hours
Minutes
Seconds
FEEDBACK