The Atari Music Network is Live!
Donovan
(FORUM) http://www.atarimusic.net/atari-music-network
From sequencing Tangerine Dream concerts in the 80's to tearing up the
dance floor at the New York Blip Fest in 2010, Atari's reputation as a
music monster machine has persisted for a quarter of a century. The
secret behind its success is clear: Atari was perfect from the
beginning – it didn't need to change. For MIDI enthusiasts, the Atari
was and still is the ultimate bridge between man, music, and machine.
For chiptunists, the Atari offers a canvas of unexplored sonic colors
for electronica and 8-bit pop. AMN believes that Atari isn't just
about nostalgia; its about utilizing an alternative computer platform
for specialized digital music creation.
On Jan 1, 2010, The Atari Music Network (AMN) was launched, marking
the beginning of an exciting new era for Atari based musicians and
developers by offering news, resources, and an extensive social
network area.
The Atari Music Network (AMN) Mission Statement and Features
The Atari Music Network (AMN) aims to:
• Stimulate social interaction of Atari based musicians and developers
as one global community.
• Inspire and support Atari hardware and software developers to update
and resell their products or place abandonware into the public domain.
• Deliver relevant news, product information, downloads, and hardware
support
• Provide free marketing for Atari based musicians, albums, and events
• Bolster Atari's presence in the 8-bit pop scene
• Archive, catalog, and preserve Atari music software for future Atari
generations
• Encourage the pirating and cracking of ex-commercial software
(ethical rules apply)
AMN Currently Features
• Discussion Forums: The Heart of the Atari Music Community
• Worldwide Ebay Power-Searches: Dozens of Predefined Atari Hardware
and Software Searches
• Facebook Group: Connecting AMN to a Wider Audience
• Featured News & Articles: Showcasing Atari Musicians, Developers,
and Events
• Frankenstein Mods: How-to Guides of user's Hardware Hacks and Mods
• Hardware Catalog: An Archive of Music Related Atari Peripherals
• Software Catalog: Music Software Downloads Including Freeware and
Cracked Abandonware
AMN Future Features (To be Announced)
• Atari E-Store : A Centralized, Secure, and SEO Enhanced E-commerce
site to help developers reach a wider target audience
• Artist's Self Promotion: Dedicated Profile Pages for Artist's to
Create Sample Albums and Promotional Materials
You can also join the Atari Music Network Facebook Group here:
http://www.facebook.com/home.php?filter ... 5513878661