Always Quote by Tim Commerford
“The computer has always been this ominous, scary thing that came into music, for me, in the early '90s, right when I first started playing music.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Musician interview, 1995, discussing early digital audio workstations
The early digital era made computers seem threatening to music creation, reflecting fear of new technology replacing tradition.
In simple terms: Computers seemed scary for music in the 90s.
Embrace new tools while honoring tradition.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- studio recording
- live performance
- music education
- software adoption
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can musicians balance tradition with tech?
- What benefits does digital tech bring to creativity?
The fear may stem from misunderstanding rather than inherent danger.