2009-03-28

lady_branwyn: (Default)
2009-03-28 10:27 pm

Memories of the Mellotron

Remember the Mellotron? It was an early form of electronic keyboard favored by progressive rock musicians and the producers of low-budget science fiction movies. Strips of magnetic tape were recorded with the sounds of various instruments or voices.

"Woo-WOO, Woo-WOO, Woo-WOOOOOO!"
Supposedly, there are now only six in existence. :P

[Edit--Aiiiieeee! King Crimson--


And here's a link to the original recording of Court of the Crimson King. Heavy on the mellotron. This song still sends shivers down my back, no matter how many times I hear it.]