The shape of things that hum vintage synth documentary. Well theyre not gonna sit in a room together, but yknow, theyll all be in the film, and well tell the whole story. The travels of a tribe called qu music documentaries. Alex noyer and arthur baker, the producers behind the 808 documentary, pick their favorite tunes that use the drum machine. Vote up content that is ontopic, within the rulesguidelines, and will likely stay relevant longterm. Beyonce, eminem, madonna, kanye, outkast and rihanna to name a few. You know films, atlantic films, arthur baker announce 808. Nov 14, 2016 the film will be preceded by its soundtrack, out nov. Watch the trailer for arthur bakers 808 documentary. An eraspanning soundtrack featuring many of the greatest hits produced by a roland tr 808 will accompany the film. Watch the trailer for arthur baker s 808 documentary news i 10. Im actually making a documentary about new order now.
Any legal issues regarding the free online movies on this website should be taken up with the actual file hosts themselves, as were not affiliated with them. The ultimate library of rock music writing and journalism. The recording came together after dj and producer baker met with bambaataa and the two bonded over the idea of creating a song about their mutual appreciation for the band kraftwerk. Arthur baker, pharrell, david guetta, phil collins, lil jon, afrika bambaataa, norman cook. The film features extensive input from arthur baker, who acts as a centerpiece for the movie. On the eve of new 808 film, technos roots matter more. Oct 16, 2014 808 documentary details the rise of the legendary drum machine. Arthur baker s documentary about rolands iconic tr 808 drum machine will have its london premiere on august 8 at 8. Its the tale of the birth of electronic music, and how one small machine changed the. Oct 15, 2014 808 will feature appearances from a wide array of popular and successful hip hop and house artists, such as arthur baker, pharrell, david guetta, phil collins, lil jon, afrika bambaataa, norman. Latest in 808 90 14 rolands tr8s drum machine is ready to tackle the stage 04. Filmmakers make a playlist alex noyer and arthur baker, the producers behind the 808 documentary, pick their favorite tunes that use the drum machine.
In 20 you know and arthur baker will bring you a documentary about this legendary drummachine. Its the story of a sound that has been embraced by the worlds top producers and. Its the tale of the birth of electronic music, and how one small machine changed the musical landscape forever. A short biography of ma barker who was the force behind the notorious barkerkarpis gang, a band of robbers and murderers, most of whom, were her sons. Planet rock and other tales of the roland 808 drum machine. New trailer, soundtrack details and release date for 808 drum. Cause its all in the bass welcome to the tr808 resource site. Planet rock is a song by the american hip hop artists afrika bambaataa and the soul sonic force. Working in collaboration with pioneering producerdj arthur baker, dunn and noyer set afrika. With jamuary going on and maybe people making use of their christmas gifts.
The documentary explores the birth, popularity and influence of the roland tr 808 and features interviews with pharrell. The movie, produced by you know films in association with atlantic. Rothstein, a documentary photographer for half a century, assesses the genres significant trends and directions. Now, the roland tr 808 gets its own fulllength documentary, told primarily through the eyes of the people who repurposed its idiosyncratic sound to spin new musical genres and start a revolution. Arthur baker born april 22, 1955 is an american record producer and dj best known for his work with hip hop artists like afrika bambaataa, planet patrol, and the british group new order. Watch this film and enjoy it, fill those gaps in your knowledge about the 808 and everything it has achieved. The song was produced by arthur baker and released by tommy boy records in 1982. May 04, 2014 the shape of things that hum vintage synth documentary.
Like dave grohls sound city, or bbcs synthpop britannia, if you like the music, the documentary is great. Atlantic films launches unconventional release for music documentary 808. Roland tr808 documentary to premiere in london on 808. Back in 1980 japanese electronics manufacturer roland released one of the most important musical instruments ever, the tr 808. The seminal roland tr 808 drum machine is the subject of a forthcoming independent documentary produced by you know, and featuring an illustrious array of electromusic legends including arthur baker, norman cook aka fatboy slim, a guy called gerald and many more. Beautiful carroll baker starred in many films from the 1950s to the 1980s. Arthur baker was born on april 22, 1955 in boston, massachusetts, usa. Includes producer arthur baker talking about making planet rock. Apple music to exclusively stream doco on iconic 808. Critically acclaimed documentary 808 is debuting worldwide exclusively on apple music. With damon albarn, arthur baker, afrika bambaataa, chris barbosa. New trailer, soundtrack details and release date for 808. Atlantic films launches unconventional release for. Alexander dunns documentary 808 finally gets to the rest of us in december.
The icon of the movement is a white rabbit, which has been breeding since then and has been popping up in the streets all over the globe for the past decade. It is narrated by zane lowe and documents the history and culture of the roland tr 808, a drum machine that had a significant effect on hip hop and pop music. The music is the soundtrack and remix album that accompanies the 2015 documentary film, 808, which documents the history and popular culture of the roland tr 808. The bbs documentary video collection is a varied set of video items collected by jason scott, curator of textfiles. Record producer arthur baker worked with some of the hottest musicians on the planet and recorded afrika bambaataas iconic hit planet rock, which made musical history and featured the legendary roland tr 808. Is there anywhere i can legally watch the 808 documentary.
A site with information about the infamous drummachine. The film talks to members of the music community as well as the manufacturers. Electro pioneer arthur baker exploring the history of the. Jun, 2012 arthur baker talks to o2 academy tv about his 808 documentary film that he is working on in tribute to the 808 drum machine, difficulties and knowing when something is going to work. Stream tracks and playlists from arthur baker on your desktop or mobile device. Stubs for the film itself will go on sale tuesday, july 14th via the link below. I loved the focus on the academic origins of the modular, the east coast moog, commercial vs.
Get in line for 808 the documentary making its chicago. Planet rock and other tales of the 808 tells the full story and features interviews with questlove, fat boy slim, paul oakenfold, new order, skrillex, richie hawtin and a host. The music, which will feature both old and new tracks, including bambaataas iconic. Although it only led a limited life, the 808 became world renowned, its signature low end bass and unique sounds redefining the musical landscape. The ultimate documentary on the 808 drum machine is on the way. This director had a goldmine on his hands and couldve made a fantastic, compelling, awesome, movie. These are recordings about and from the era of the domination of ascii and dialup bulletin board systems roughly the 1970s through the 1990s, with examples far before and after. This is a documentary film that will tell the inspiring story of the roland tr808, from the creation of planet rock which established it as a. Electro pioneer arthur baker is responsible for gamechanging hits such as afrika bambaataa and soul sonic forces planet rock and planet patrols play at your own risk. The film will be preceded by its soundtrack, out nov.
Jan 05, 2018 808 is consistently interesting, informative and fun. Visit brians drivein theater for photos, biography and filmography information, and dvd and memorabilia sources for actress carroll baker. What sucks is that moog is an interesting guy, the history of his company is a great story and the iconic moog artists all mostly colorful characters. Download 150 rare vintage drum machines for free ninetynine. Votes are used to help determine the most interesting content on rym. Apple music to exclusively stream doco on iconic 808 drum machine.
Arthur baker, pharrell, david guetta, phil collins, lil jon, afrika bambaataa, norman cook fatboy slim, rick rubin, diplo, goldie and dozens more. New trailer, soundtrack details and release date for 808 drum machine documentary exclusive. West coast buchla, artistic philosophies, and the recent resurgence of modular thanks to eurorack. Watch the trailer for arthur baker s 808 documentary and get ready for a funky trip through the circuits. Theres always a lot of complaints about the number of photos of gear in this sub as opposed to posts with music. December 9th, 2016 not yet rated 1 hr 47 min plot summary. The soundtrack includes songs by afrika bambaataa, public enemy, and jamie xx. This is the unofficial facebook page of arthur baker this page is not run by arthur baker.
From early concerned humanists to photographers more recently documenting the dignity of the commonplace frank, winogrand, friedlander, rothstein sees a shift away from revealing what is wrong with the world in order to move. First teased all the way back in 2012 by producer arthur baker the film simply titled 808 keeps the pitch bouncing from the impact of afrikka bambaattaas planet rock. Although it only led a limited life, the 808 became world renowned, its signature low end bass and unique. Now hes making a documentary exploring the history of the roland 808. Oct 15, 2014 808, formerly known as planet rock and other tales of the 808, features appearances and commentary from. In 2015, the story behind the landmark machine will hit theatres thanks to 808, a documentary that focuses on the roland tr 808 and its cult following. Listen to arthur baker soundcloud is an audio platform that lets you listen to what you love and share the sounds you create 48 tracks. You know films, atlantic films, and arthur baker have announced the forthcoming release of 808, a landmark documentary chronicling the incredible story of the influential roland tr 808.
Narrated by zane lowe, and features artist such as soulwax, phil collins, questlove, pharrel williams, rick robin, beastie boys and many more. It was released on november 25, 2016, by big beat records and atlantic records. The documentary 808 will tell the story of the landmark rhythm composer roland tr 808 and its impact on music. Directed by alexander dunn, 808 the documentary features iconic personalities from afrika bambaataa to arthur baker and, closer to home for us, house music icons a guy called gerald, todd terry, francois k and jellybean benitez, each of whom was pivotal in the evolution of dance music from taperecorded drums to machinedriven beats as the. Listen to arthur baker soundcloud is an audio platform that lets you listen to what you love and share the sounds you create cedar hill. Arthur baker, executive producer, was an early champion of the project. Working in collaboration with pioneering producer dj arthur baker, dunn and noyer set afrika. Im assuming that itll just stream via apple music a first as far as i. Beatrepeat nyc afrika bambaataa looking for the perfect beat. I stayed up late last night and finally watched this documentary on netflix, an awesome look at the history of the modular synthesizer. Nov 10, 2014 808 is a documentary film about the inspiring story of the roland tr 808 drum machine.