Thomas Dolby — TED’s Musical Director — sends us news that EMI has released a two-disc CD and DVD collection that features all his singles and videos.
Thomas Dolby has spent his career at the intersection of music and technology. From his beginnings in the London underground electronica scene, he rose to MTV stardom, then founded a high-tech start-up; his company Beatnik probably made your ringtone.
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Thomas Dolby retires as musical director of TED ConferencesThomas Dolby, TED’s longtime musical director, has retired from his post. Dolby recently returned to recording after a break of nearly two decades, and has been enjoying a personal musical renaissance with the release of his new album, A Map of the Floating City, and a worldwide concert tour. Over the past 12 years, Dolby […]
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Eric Riebling commented on Nov 13 2009
Two of my biggest regrets: 1. Not applying to work for Headspace/Beatnik 2. Not attending Thomas’ live concert when it came to town. Thanks, TED for helping ease the pain. :) Mr. Dolby-Robertson: your music means so much to me. Record sales are a terribly poor indicator of the depth and breadth of people who understand and appreciate your work.