Damon Krukowski è uno scrittore e musicista che esplora temi dell'ascolto e del mondo digitale. Il suo lavoro approfondisce come possiamo riconnetterci con il mondo attraverso il suono e la musica. Attraverso la sua carriera artistica, sia come autore che come musicista, offre spunti per una comprensione più profonda della nostra esistenza moderna.
Although digital media have created new possibilities for music making and sharing, they have also given rise to new concerns. What do we lose in embracing the digital? Do streaming services discourage us from listening closely? In this book, musician Damon Krukowski uses the sound engineer's distinction between signal and noise to examine what we have lost as a technological culture, and to identify what is worth preserving.
The author reflects on the cultural shift from analog to digital, raising critical questions about the impact of technology on our connection to art and each other. He examines how digital devices affect our awareness and communication, suggesting that while they enhance accessibility, they may also diminish our ability to engage deeply. By analyzing changes in music production and consumption, he offers insights into preserving valuable aspects of the analog experience, encouraging readers to navigate the complexities of modern life without losing touch with meaningful interactions.
A writer-musician examines how the switch from analog to digital audio is changing our perceptions of time, space, love, money, and power.