Audities - More interesting & unusual recordings

[@Techmoan]

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[@tmofee]

Techmoan viddy well, little brother. Viddy well.

[@spikeydapikey1483]

Did that, still no puppets....

[@freesaxon6835]

Techmoan It must be rewarding seeing all your work, the seeds, grow & thrive, and ' return home'

[@mpa9583]

I could not find any information about the missing smell receptors.

[@childoferna]

About the teeth - it was once common for people to have all of their teeth removed at one time for prophylactic and cosmetic reasons, and replace them with dentures. I suppose the reasoning was that it would cost far less in the long term than routine, painful dental treatment. I also wonder if the uncle had Congestive Heart Failure, and that's why he would have been hospitalized for the weight gain. Thanks for the fascinating listen into other people's lives! It's like reading old postcards.

[@4KbShort]

I bet when Uncle Dougie recorded himself singing he never once thought he'd be on a globe-spanning interconnected information network with over 250,000 people listening to him. With one recording he became a rockstar.

[@DRDCC]

Thanks again, for another great video. Proud to be of service and refurbishing your player.

[@kareno8634]

I Second. I think Techmoan was Quite Jazzed ~ * We are as well.

[@jason4485]

I think it's awesome! Keep up the good work.

[@spiff2268]

You're doing the Lord's work.

[@BertGrink]

Awesome job, DR DCC! "you da man" as the young'uns would say.

[@frank6842]

You are rocking!

[@LukeWarm05]

Careful! Uncle Dougy might hit you up with a copyright claim!

[@NicMG]

He's probably either dead or very old! lol

[@runrin_]

hearing those old family recordings is so interesting. its like a weird window into mundane history, but at the same time it feels both invasive and intimate. very cool

[@juergenbernhard5442]

Uncle Dougy really made my evening! Thanks so much for always surprising us with rare, interesting and mostly really fun tech.

[@NYL478]

Big big BIG thumbs up for the Jazz Spastiks - who are floating my boat as I type this. Thank you so much for putting me onto them!

[@JayDeeezz]

Techmoan also name checked People Under The Stairs, they are right up with those.

Those flashback moments made me realize how much I'm addicted to this channel :) Amazing that you are already influencing artists with the stuff you show. Congratulations, and I really do hope you haven't even thought about stop making these :)

[@Kaeltis]

The singing part at 13:01 made me laugh way more than it should have.

[@trendmassacre8423]

I gave it a second listen, and wouldn't you know it, I cracked up at it that time 😂

[@spjewkes]

Another highly enjoyable video. Is it strange that I find the home recordings particularly fascinating? Even if they're just about teeth and songs about escaping burning buildings.

[@daniluvsuall]

They're a complete snapshot into the past, that's what I love them. Ordinary lives, not the media.. which is what we do usually see.

[@neilloughran4437]

I'm the same... I guess it is because even if the people are no longer with us they live on in some other way. I was just thinking what it would be like to hear my grandfather on a cassette despite the fact he has been dead 40 years... would be really spooky!

[@alanburns538]

Anyone who likes old found recordings on reel-to-reel would absolutely love one of my favourite blogs: inches-per-second.blogspot.co.uk/

[@JohnEdwardBerry]

How hasn't this bloke got 10 million followers, The best KZbinr and KZbin channel.

[@drumstudio1]

Again, a marvelous video. I can`t imagine a fulfilled life without Techmoan anymore ;-). Thanks a lot for featuring PROGRESSICA (the endless loop cassette) on behalf of all bandmembers. That was great!

[@dfc99nyc]

The audio tape of the lady with the bad teeth was the best. And Long Live Uncle Dougie!

[@tialaramex]

Historically it would have been quite common for women particularly to have all their real teeth removed in adulthood, simply because it avoided all the expected future dental problems. They would have been proud to wear dentures instead. Having dental problems fixed as they occurred was regarded as a luxury only the very rich could have afforded, and refined sugar was widely available and used while fluoride toothpastes and the regimen of regular brushing were unheard of so most adults would have problems by middle age. It's funny how in a lifetime something can go from being expected to being extraordinary, or vice versa.

[@peterkendell5214]

ISTR that people who were sent out to non-European countries - to build the British Empire or whatever - would routinely have all their teeth removed because there were no dentists where they were going.

[@mtssvnsn]

I had a stationary DCC-deck that I bought super cheap on sale in he mid 1990s'. I didn't use it much for DCC, only bought one blank to test it out. But it was the best deck for analogue cassettes I ever had. All my old cassettes sounded better than ever, and it had super-fast search and track handling from the remote, and many handy functions. It was missing analogue recording, otherwise it was like a high end cassette-deck, for almost no money. I actually sold it for more than I bought it for. So, tanks for that handy invention Philips!

[@DominoMiahGames]

There needs, needs, NEEDS to be a dedicated channel to old mail-in relay tapes people find of families and such, communicating back and forth with eachother. It's just so fascinating to hear the voices from the past, discussing their lives as though they're still here with us. It's so enduring!

[@Absquatula]

They say losing one of your senses makes the others stronger. I'd say the power went to your ears.

[@McSynth]

You're a rather splendid communicator Mr. Techmoan. I love your channel.

[@JazzSpastiks]

Yeah!! Big thanks for showing the albums!

[@A7exandersca7es]

Jazz spastiks!? For a british bloke you're pretty dope techmoan, haha

[@slaughterround643]

Shame their physical copies are all out of stock

[@ViewbobTrue]

@@slaughterround643 try and track down the featured rappers. Junclassic ended up selling me a sealed copy of Mode 7 this past September!

[@TheWacoKid1963]

spastiks/spastics is very pc these days

[@andywood2012]

Not surprised you influenced all those talented people, regardless of your modesty I think you are quite a talent yourself. I'm fascinated with all your content, not just the wonderful historical archiving of little known tech and formats. Honestly, I get more excited about seeing a Techmoan KZbin notification than any other.

[@ouka6686]

Seeing Jazz Spastiks blew me away. By and far one of my favorite hip-hop artists of all time.

[@MattHayesVinyl]

It's almost magical to find tape that people recorded decades ago. You never know what might be on there and it's like a time capsule to me. A snapshot of a moment in time and, in many cases, you are hearing voices of people who are no longer alive. I've done a couple of videos where I opened up boxes of job lot cassettes I bought on ebay. I love playing them and finding out what's on them. I've found a few extraordinary things! In my most recent unboxing a few days ago, one of the tapes was a recording of a lady's tarot card reading. Really bizarre yet a fascinating listen.

[@JustinValero]

That was a brilliantly fun video. I caught myself smiling and really enjoying myself. Well done.

[@fredrikmontelius5215]

Amazing! Imagine it possible to have Elcassettes made today. Awesome!

[@pileofstuff]

Ahh, the memories. The radio station I was working at in 1983 (CKX in Brandon, Manitoba) had several Elcasette decks being used in the newsroom for recording interviews and playing back clips during newscasts. It's the only place I've ever encountered them until Techmoan's videos. Thanks for the memories!

[@lemonslice2233]

Audities? Odditapes.

[@PuffyRainbowCloud]

LemonSlice Hotel? Trivago

[@tyttuut]

PuffyRainbowCloud Trivago? Hotel.

[@borkthecaveman]

@@tyttuut Hotel? Hotel.

[@johnhenrymills4517]

@borkthecaveman tribalism? Trivago.

[@angrymario8259]

Trivago? Trinidad and Tobago

[@SpamMouse]

@11:11 Crash diet from 198 lb (89kg) with (thanks to the excellent audio) the sound of a zippo lighter striking up a cigarette. This tech-centric channel has become a prime resource for studying social-history. Have a great weekend Mat. 👍👍👍

[@radicalfunkyfresh]

Thanks for another great video and thank you for introducing me to Jazz Spastics! They're Great!

[@pd1jdw630]

They put him on a crash diet, and you hear a zippo lighter closing.

[@kareno8634]

Wonderful News about your player, and with a Surprise Inside! How Nice of Dr. DCC.. I Knew these Equipment Creators Must Listen in. You sure add to Product's Pizzazz. Massive Collection, Enthusiasm about each item, loads of research, a few repairs included, not to mention your 'Review Crew' pop-ins adding their input, Shows True Desire. You Rule ~ Thanks ~ *

[@AtheistOrphan]

A new Techmoan video. What a treat on a Monday morning. How I wish I’d kept my JVC Micro cassette deck and Sony micro cassette walkman!

[@mgscheue]

That Clockwork Orange prop replica is amazing. Especially impressed someone would put that kind of effort into something for such a limited market.

[@hankfacer7098]

In the 60s I was huge with Tape Friends International, had a great time. Fellow at Ferrograph in Newcastle, Teacher in Utah, two Lunatics in New York and a Kiwi plus others. You brought back great memories. Love your work.

[@12x8u]

I'm again and again amazed by the quality of this channel.

[@karm42yn]

I remember the first video of yours that I watched years ago about that portable Korg beat machine where you admitted that you don't have much talent when it comes to making music. Now you're making waves through the music industry :D Love your videos. They never sit long in the queue.

[@harrystevens3885]

Another enjoyable top quality video,very enjoyable watch and love those LP designs.....Excellent.

[@NeilVanceNeilVance]

Splendid again TM I think you have started something here! .... Your tempting me to open a sealed 1983 chrome tape for a delightful sniff!

[@jeenkzk5919]

I always love hearing voices from the past! Reminds me of when me and my brothers used to good around on our portable cassette player! We told elementary level jokes and did imitations of cartoon characters (jokes and impressions were awful!!!).

[@BlokeOzzie]

Great work once again. Love hearing about all these unknown formats.

[@steadycamuk1]

What a truly truly delightful video. Charming and interesting on so many levels. THANKS FOR POSTING . MORE POWER TO YOU.

[@Jacksirrom]

Just wonderful, Techmoan. Loved it. Cool to see the creative pursuits inspired by your videos. I'm about to graduate university; your patreon is on my list. Been watching for years now. Keep it up.

[@jackjowett902]

Your videos inspired me to start collecting and fixing old audio equipment. I'm glad you're finally getting the recognition that you deserve.

[@murf69]

The Jazz Spastiks are great, glad I found them.

[@babalon7778]

Holy crap! Music Muff comes with Stars On 45 AND a telespopic ariiel, sold!

[@mystica-subs]

babalon 777 stars on 45 ++!

[@babalon7778]

mystica5551212-subs The beginning verse is actually cool, I should look it up. My next door neighbor had a few of them and I really hated it, but now I can finally appreciate the cheese whiz.

[@fredrikmontelius5215]

Love that player. My DCC player sounded great. It obviously had good analog filters at the output.

[@BigKelvPark]

Thanks Matt, another great video - I've just ordered the Jazz Spastiks album (right up my alley). Remember, if you don't like the music - what is the point of buying great gear to listen to it on. Regards, Kelvin

[@cmonkey63]

Ha ha, excellent! Mat, I propose a new Bachelor's degree: Audio/Visual Technology Historian. You already have that, I'm merely pointing out the need for a graduate program.

[@VulpesHilarianus]

Influenced by the recordings of the past, you've now influenced the recordings of the present and future. Bravo, man. That's some proof that you've gained a following!

[@wellingtonboobs7985]

Still my contender for best outro music match of any KZbin channel. Your improvements to the original really elevate a perfect pick for your work.

[@TheRoboteer]

Since you tweeted out about Jazz Spastiks I've been absolutely addicted to their stuff. Crazy good.

[@Killzilla6]

Thanks for bringing Jazz Spastiks into my life.

[@RobCamp-rmc_0]

Jazz Spastiks sound rad as heck, the bit you demo'd makes me think of the Jurassic Five track, "Swing Set". Rad as heck.

[@josephmay2072]

I also love vintage audio stuff like the old cassettes and all also am a long time subscriber to your channel

[@asherael]

that ElCasette album looks FANTASTIC, absolutely professional. I was delighted to be able to identify them when our local artist's repurposing supply shoppe when I saw them there after your earlier video

[@bailey9947]

Dang, just from the short bits you played I might have to buy that Blue Wicked album...I don’t have anything fancy but I’m assuming it’s been released on regular cassettes or maybe even vinyl records. Thanks for unintentionally introducing me to new music

[@THX-vx8vm]

Well done. Whatt an excellent video. So many different formats in one video. Excellent job. I love these old audio format videos that you produce. Keep up the good work. This is by far my favorite KZbin channel.

[@IVR02]

The sampling on Midnight Method reminds me a lot of the “tour guide” on A Tribe Called Quest’s Midnight Marauders album. It was a series of vocal samples split to form sentences after every few tracks, with some jazz samples in the background. I wonder if there’s some inspiration? Either way, awesome video, Techmoan! I love to see all the oddball recordings you come across!

[@thatundergroundflavorrareo3194]

Ian V. Raybeck Check out KMD’s “Mr. Hood” album. It sort of uses the same idea.

[@joewilly78]

Love your channel. It's so interesting and makes me nostalgic for the old days. Often I talk to my brother about the devices we had back in the day. I had a MiniDisk with me when I was in Iraq in 2004, and he sent me about 15 cassettes to listen to. Amazing stuff. One concern, you stated that you were showing one audio device but the recording wasn't from that. Of course one must edit the work, and I don't fault you for that, however I hope you don't resort to stock footage of devices when demonstrating audio for us. Takes a bit away from what is otherwise a great channel and experience. All the best to your great channel!

[@foxrivers]

Such a delightful selection of rare media. Always loved your videos friend.

[@ChintanPandya01]

You are what ancient Romans and Greeks valued. A good orator. Albeit a modern one. Another great video. Please make more of these. Here's to good luck on finding such rare finds.

[@Headsign]

I had the idea of making one of these endless loop tapes in 1980. Gave it to our school bus driver who was always accepting tapes from us and it played the same 40 second loop for 3/4 of an hour while the school bus made its round, picking up kids. Must I say that the driver wasn't pleased, although he did play it until the end of the tour.

[@Wonderful_Productions]

It's cool that Jazz Spatics used samples of your videos for their album, considering your a big hip hop fan, also excellent work as always techmoan!

[@circattle]

If everyone in the UK over 198 lbs went into hospital, I think there would be more of the population in hospital than out.

[@chaos.corner]

It really is an epidemic. It's time they found a reason than simply blaming people for eating too much. People do eat too much but why the sea change across whole populations?

[@ddragon8154]

+Chaos Corner I'd guess it's a combination of bad stuff in convenience/cheap foods coupled with lack of exercise/over dependence on cars. I'm stuck with the former (My income's too low to be able to afford healthy food) and my insides are shot to Brexit as a result...But having to get around everywhere by bike at least means my weight stays low. Swap the bike for a car, and I'd be yet another addition to the obesity epedemic. :-o

[@1L6E6VHF]

Many Americans would be admitted to a hospital, which itself is in a hospital!

[@1L6E6VHF]

@@chaos.corner The use of stress as a tool of intimidation.

[@nthgth]

You could just eat less of the unhealthy food, right? 1700 calories a day won't make you fat whether it's "expensive" veggies or Doritos.

[@AlcoholicGam3r]

I picked up a Sony M-570V portable Dictaphone for 3.50 at my local thrift store. It's the only device I've ever seen in person that takes micro cassettes. The going price for it on eBay is about fifty-times what I paid for it, so i guess you could say I'm happy with my purchase. This channel has me buying all kinds of cool stuff that I would've otherwise missed. I'm going back tomorrow to get the full size recorder that was sitting next to it on the shelf. Cheers.

[@brianlanning836]

Your videos are always great. But this one had an extra dose of awesome. It really made me smile several times. Thanks.

[@Mrsjennaferg]

I loved hearing the recordings. Ty for sharing

[@tappajavittu]

I'm glad you're making these videos about weird tape formats, as a HUGE cassette tape lover, lazy noise artist and record label owner I'm happy to learn about all these dead, obsolete and stupid formats I might want to release something on some day.

[@Merkaba4203]

Jazz Spastics are great! I'm good friends with Sach, who's featured on the second track of "the Product" record, & I've showed him your videos before. Small world . Excellent video

[@callummartin416]

Thanks for introducing me to Jazz Spastiks! Thoroughly enjoyable.

[@geezerdiamond]

Love finding those old recordings; a bit like finding old photographs in antique shops. A little piece of that person lives on long after they're gone.

[@TheLukanda]

This is probably my favourite video out of all you've made Techmoan. Amazing.

[@jimharlon3568]

(Gunshots, screams, explosions) I sleep (Techmoan uploaded a new video.) *REAL SHIT?*

[@gnomschild]

(Gary's dad is in the hospital) A S C E N D E D

[@neoinfinity]

Very interesting hearing that brief speech about the school visit to Access, my Mum worked there for many years from the mid eighties onwards till she retired not many years ago. My brother still works there today although they've moved offices and changed names multiple times since.

[@flexarnn]

Would it be possible for you to upload the full recordings of those mail tapes? Its really interesting to hear the voices of the past and preserving them in the internet could be a good idea.

[@Techmoan]

There's more info on this in the video description text box.

[@vwthings]

LOVE the Jazz Spastics - thanks for flagging them up! Would never have heard it otherwise :D

[@djfredleo]

Jazz Spastiks are sooo coool !

[@100Underscores]

This is one of my favourite videos of yours, techmoan. You keep getting better

[@aeiouxs]

Superb video as always - especially when the humanity comes beaming from inside the machines.

[@Linkzcap]

it’s really easy to get lost in all of the content you’ve put out, every video leads to some other forgotten piece of tech ive never heard of!

[@HockeyVictory66]

That was awesome. The content with the lady talking about her teeth was hilarious. Nice work as usual.

[@Mgl0001]

God, I LOVE this channel. 6:55 shows the cutest way to distribute a masterpiece :D

[@ronfish8375]

Love the old family recordings, such an incredible window into the past

[@julietcarnell2251]

You should add an Uncle Dougy puppet :)

[@munnsie100]

I love this video! Uncle Dougy reminds me of my older relatives. He’s probably gone by now, so it’s strange to hear his voice from beyond.

[@beechwoods1969]

I have an EL-7 Elcaset and one of Sony's original Demo tapes (which is fantastic). It's fab to see the new release Elcaset tape - what a great production. I agree the artwork and design is spot-on. Elcaset definitely was the best audio format there never quite was.

[@jennysbloke]

Awesome, as always. I love archive bits of everyday life from years past. Fascinating !

[@wobedraggled]

It tickles me that you love hip-hop...I haven't heard anyone motion people under the stairs in forever and a day.

[@MrERLoner]

Acid Raindrops

[@ThePiquedPigeon]

KZbin app: "There is a new video available..." Me: "Sorry, not now: I'm on mobile, have no Wi-Fi available and my data plan is almost depleted..." KZbin app: "... from Techmoan." ...20 minutes later: Message: "Your data plan's gigabytes quota is depleted." Me: "FLIPPIN' WORTH IT!!"

[@humbledeer]

I don't think a minute of youtube video takes a gigabyte.. I could be wrong!

[@miesesomar]

HumbleDeer no, but the unskippable local car dealership comercial sure does.

[@Bladsmith]

Lel, not having unlimited.

[@humbledeer]

Not many people actally have so called "unlimited limited" plans.

[@makaylaserniotti1474]

DrNazoo1983 tfw you have unlimited data

[@jharris947]

DR DCC...What a star you are, top man.

[@UnlimitedFilmMakers]

What an awesome video this one. Probably one of my favorites from you (despite I like a lot, almost all of them) But the feedbacks given here, bring a sense of story, close the narrative at some points, starting new, while at the same time, becoming realities. It's just fantastic, while it's the most vivid effect in reality. Congratulations. I enjoy a lot your channel. Despite I knew it from before, this week I really got deep into it and I just can't stop. Cheers!

[@abbycottontail]

this was an awesome video, one of my favorite of yours :) I loved seeing this cause and effects that you started, it was a joyful watch.

[@jimmybobbikins]

Wonderful video, really enjoyed the idea your videos brought about contact and collaboration.

[@Xalior]

Ohhh. Jazz Spastiks reminds me of The Avalanches -- love them, and loving this, glad to have found it, and thanks for playing it! :D . (and just bought myself a copy of Scratch and Sniff, I'll let you know how it smells....)

[@forestine_]

My grandma got her teeth pulled out when she was like 22? My grandpa had supposedly said "I'm not paying to take care of that" and demanded she get dentures. Can you imagine?

[@JohnnyParanoid]

I absolutely covet that Sony TC-D5, such a great looking piece of equipment! Thanks for another incredibly entertaining and informative video!

[@shirodave]

Wow. One can really tell that you really loved making this video! You seem quite proud of what you have accomplished! And you definitely should be!

[@barbarajacob]

This channel is fab! I enjoy especially the old tech videos. Thank you so much for your good work.

[@msand2396]

That original sound you played to show how it sounded before you mixed it is my new ringtone! Can't...stop...laughing.

[@TheNorliss]

Absolutely superb video. Well done!