SMI Radio Ep.57 On Demand: Thomas Dolby

By Greg Roth on April 19, 2012@WeRideWhy

Photo: Jerry & Lois Levin / www.jerryandloisstudios.com

Back in the early 80’s when MTV actually played videos and the “M” stood for music, Thomas Dolby’s “She Blinded Me With Science” was a video staple.

The catchy little tune put him on the map and introduced a generation to an eclectic fusion of technology and music.

Just recently, Mr. Dolby released his first full length record in twenty years,“A Map of The Floating City.” The critically acclaimed disc picks up where the artist left off in in 1992.

He’s currently on tour in support of the new record. The U.S. leg wrapped up in Los Angeles earlier this week. Last week, he was in Seattle and played a fantastic show at Showbox at the Market. Check out the full write-up and the stunning photo slide show, courtesy of Jerry and Lois Levin, by clicking below.

Thomas Dolby Still Blinding ’em With Science (Photo Slide Show)

It’s no surprise, then, that this week’s featured guest on SMI Radio is the innovative, genre-busting Thomas Dolby. He gets very candid about his music career, his foray into the world of Hi-Tech, and his impact on the industries of music and technology. Stop in and get the scoop on his current “Time Capsule Tour,” which includes a traveling “time machine,” along with some faves from his catalogue.

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Not only is he a multi-media journalist, he is also an accomplished musician. He is the founder of SMI and drives the creative look, feel and branding for the publication. His years of writing, arranging, and performing live music in a variety of genres inform his ability to communicate the message and the mechanics of music. Roth’s work on SMI reflects his philosophy that music is the universal language, and builds community. He believes it has the power to unite people of every race, religion, gender, and persuasion.