2024 marks a special milestone for music lovers and fans of David Pickvance, as it celebrates the 30th anniversary of his platinum-selling instrumental album, Tempest. Originally released in 1994, Tempest was David’s first commercially available chillout album, quickly gaining popularity and solidifying his place as a visionary in the world of film and TV music.
Tempest by David Pickvance
In honor of this anniversary, David has released a newly mastered edition of Tempest, now available for a limited time on Bandcamp. This re-release is a treat for long-time fans and newcomers alike, offering a fresh experience of the timeless sounds that defined a generation.
Don’t miss this opportunity to download and enjoy Tempest in its finest form yet. Visit David Pickvance’s official website to learn more and grab your copy before it’s gone!
Celebrate the legacy of David Pickvance, a BBC Composer-In-Residence and winner of the BBC Music & Audio Award, who has scored over 100 film, television, and radio projects. From contemporary orchestral pieces to ambient electronica, David’s music continues to inspire and captivate audiences around the globe.
An audio sample of Brad Smith with new Zylascopemusic preview in the background…
Educating about “Eternal Blue” and Microsoft’s Efforts: Insights from Brad Smith’s “Tools and Weapons”
Hey everyone! Today, I wanted to share some eye-opening insights from Brad Smith’s remarkable book, “Tools and Weapons,” focusing on a critical topic that affects us all: “Eternal Blue.”
“Eternal Blue” refers to a powerful cyber weapon that was originally developed by the United States National Security Agency (NSA). However, it fell into the wrong hands and was ultimately weaponized, causing widespread havoc and disruptions across the globe.
In his book, Brad Smith, the President of Microsoft, sheds light on the urgent need for collective action to address the challenges posed by cyber threats like Eternal Blue. He emphasizes the importance of collaboration between governments, organizations, and individuals to tackle the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity.
One of the key takeaways from “Tools and Weapons” is the vital role that technology companies, including Microsoft, play in defending against cyber threats. Brad Smith outlines the immense responsibility Microsoft bears and the proactive steps they are taking to protect users’ privacy and security.
Microsoft recognizes that cybersecurity is a shared responsibility, and they actively engage with governments and organizations worldwide to develop robust defenses against threats like Eternal Blue. They invest heavily in research, technology, and talent to stay one step ahead of adversaries.
Moreover, the book highlights the importance of transparency, ethics, and accountability in shaping the technology landscape. Brad Smith emphasizes the need for a Digital Geneva Convention, which would establish clear rules and norms for cyberspace to safeguard individuals and nations alike.
By raising awareness about Eternal Blue and the broader challenges in cyberspace, we can collectively work towards a safer and more secure digital future. It’s crucial that we educate ourselves, our friends, and our family members about these issues and the efforts being made by organizations like Microsoft.
So, let’s dive into “Tools and Weapons” and equip ourselves with knowledge and insights to navigate the complex world of cybersecurity. Together, we can create a more resilient and protected online environment.
If you’re interested in learning more, I highly recommend grabbing a copy of Brad Smith’s book. Let’s join forces and empower ourselves to address the challenges of the digital age head-on!
Additionally, Brad Smith’s book also highlights his confidence in the potential of AI to help us cure cancer within the next 10 years and tackle numerous other challenges for the betterment of humanity.
Facebook Concedes Defeat Accepts Microsoft’s Largest Ever Acquisition In World History, Absorbs Meta Platforms Into Office 365 With OpenAI ChatGPT. Donates $100 USD To Twitter – in Equity and AI Antibot Defender Technology Deal.
Frances Haugen Gets Married To Music Producer and Software CTO Geoff R Williams from sustainability matters (#Zylascope)(#THRIVEproject)(#SustainabilityMatters)(#THRIVEAbilityMatters). Geoff, what happened actually?!!!!!
This is fiction. This is not for profit. It is to be donated to Microsoft chatGPT CoPilot AI Research.
[NEWSFLASH. STOP THE PRESS. FOR URGENT INTERNATIONAL BROADCAST – COST TO COAST – NATION TO NATION – FROM POLE TO POLE. STAY TUNED WHATEVER, WHERE EVER, THIS COULD BE FUNNYIER THAN CROCODILE DUNDEE PART 1″ – Sargent. Reginald. Roger Roger Groogley ‘Och’ Mac Windowelle GWZCSCA – 1PM – 13:00:00 – ESTDT – April 2023
JUST IN:
Zylascope joins ZAMI alliance (Zylascope, Apple, Amazon, Alphabet, Microsoft and Intel in mysterious move.)
Facebook Concedes Defeat Accepts Microsoft’s Largest Ever Acquisition In World History, Absorbs Meta Platforms Into Office 365 With OpenAI ChatGPT. Donates $100 USD To Twitter – in Equity and AI Antibot Defender Technology Deal.
Satya appoints Geoff R Williams (strive2thrive.earth) to be the Chairman and CEO of the newly formed Guardian Subsidiary; the new Microsoft app: “Miss-UL-LOVE-IT Foundation” to heal the meta issues and redirect their software science research efforts towards supporting disabled and impaired members of the world and to pledge $20 Billion USD to the Derek Sivers Music Foundation. Revolution time, I’d say. Look out Woodstock!
Frances Haugen Gets Married To Music Producer and Software CTO Geoff R Williams from sustainability matters (#Zylascope)(#THRIVEproject)(#SustainabilityMatters)(#THRIVEAbilityMatters). Geoff, what happened actually?!!!!! What the! big time dude! 🙂 Congratulations….. but truthfully man how did that happen?
and more coming up but first… In the news today Microsoft to Acquire Facebook and Meta platforms in a world record braking deal that could spell doom for Facebook.
Jevan Cole’s new EP is here and it’s impressive. Singing, Guitars, A real band, real instruments, drums, plus synths, sampling, effects, modular synths, a plethora of post-apocalyptic sonic celebrations and emotions. If you are still able to enjoy music don’t miss this.
I love this EP and all of their albums. Have a listen with headphones on! The perfect fusion of Rock/band music and electronic/techno/dance/psychedelic.
I loved their last album Silverling, it was staggering. There are not too many artists in the music industry that can make a better follow-up album. But they did it. It makes me think that they may have the rare ability to keep this up for years. I’m hoping so. I’m inspired to do a new album myself now. Thanks, Jevan. Your music has always affected me deeply.
If you are starting to develop an allergy to autotune, this is the treatment your ears have been longing for. The singing on this album sounds so refreshing, nice and human.
Such great songs and soundscapes, so well performed and recorded. Listen very closely to it.
Read this great review about it from findnoenemy.com. An excerpt…
“You almost feel like you’re being transported into some other dimension, a whole other world to sink yourself in and immerse your existence within.”
That’s what I think too. I’m in a beautiful state after listening to it.
TIP: Make sure to click this button and make sure it looks like this for the best listening experience 😉 …
It helps you to hear the EP a few times without being interrupted by other albums. If you click it again you’ll see a number 1 in the center, that will loop one song. Click it until it lights up green and the 1 is not in the center, that will repeat the EP when the last track completes.
Jevan Cole from Meadow Argus Playing Accoustic Guitar.
If you love this EP as I do please help them by Liking, Reacting, Loving and Sharing it on Spotify and your social media apps. Sharing is caring 🙂
You could call your local radio station and ask them to play this song ‘House Husband’ which I think so many people in the world would love to hear, coming out of this challenging time…
Wow, there’s been a lot of uplifting Australian music released lately.
Just in: “The Power That Preserves by Travis J Harding.”
If you like normal music you wont like this. It’s very different and yet very musical and something that you’ll be singing along to. Unpredictable chord progressions and plenty of surprises. Nobody sings quite like Travis.
For people who like Queen, Metallica, and Heavy Guitar bands.
Powerful thick textures and vocal harmonies strike you like a brick wall at 100 KPH. Some hard-hitting four on the floor rhythms and some swinging pop tunes.
Beautiful accoustic and electric guitar and some soft piano in the background. And a welcome return to guitar solos. Yes, this album has guitar solos, key changes, and all those long lost musical constructs.
Powerful drums that sound like the days when real drummers played real drum kits.
My favourite song is “Life is a dream”, to me it reminds me of listening to AM radio in my childhood in the 1970’s.
Add this album to your Spotify and Youtube playlists…
