March 2012
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OBSCENELY OVERDUE UPDATE!
Holy crap this website has been a wasteland lately, hasn’t it?! For shame!
First big announcement, here is what’s coming up, and VERY soon!: The PAX EAST 2012 CHIPTUNE EXTRAVAGANZA!!! We have been looking forward to this from the very moment that the 2011 Extravaganza ended, and are pretty psyched now to announce our return to, and plans to occupy, the JAM SPACE at this year’s...
December 2011
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December Happenings
SAT DEC 17: Radio Scotvoid @ WMBR (MIT Radio)
DJ Radio Scotvoid will be guest DJing the ‘Algorhythms’ show on MIT’s campus radio station WMBR 88.1FM. The fun goes from 2AM to 4AM EST, and there’s a call-in number on the website so you can request specific craziness! Join up at the Facebook event to keep yourself reminded.
THU DEC 15: New Release: Active Knowledge -...
November 2011
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STANDBY...
Info on fun things to come, stay tuned folks!
-B8BTEAM
March 2011
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Chip In: Japan!
TCTD and Pixelh8 have joined forces to create a compilation of chipmusic with proceeds going directly to the Red Cross to support ongoing efforts toward earthquake/tsunami recovery in Japan. So far, volume 1 of the compilation has been released with over 40 tracks, and a second volume is coming soon. You can receive the compilation by donating via the widget on our sidebar, or submit your own...
Geekbeat Radio Appearance: MC Facepalm, Br1ght...
Geekbeat Radio was awesome enough to have MC Facepalm, Br1ght Pr1mate and Seventh Gear in the studio for live sets during their Post-PAX East wrap-up show! Click here [MP3] to listen to the podcast from their appearance, huge thanks to Geekbeat Radio and Unregular Radio for supporting chipmusic in Boston!
February 2011
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BOSTON8BIT Presents: Chiptune Showcase @ PAX East...
## FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE BOSTON8BIT & MAGFEST HOSTING 3 DAYS OF CHIPTUNE CONCERTS AT PAX EAST Chip music pioneers Bit Shifter and Glomag to headline a 3-part showcase in March BOSTON, MA - FEBRUARY 24, 2011 - Those yearning to hear the reinvigorated sounds of vintage game consoles at this year’s PAX East will not be disappointed: Established local chiptune collective BOSTON8BIT are...
November 2010
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SAVE FACUNDO
One of my bestest friends Facundo has been facing a serious uphill battle to remain in the country, a lot of you already know him/how awesome he is. I DON’T WANT FACUNDO TO GO. I’m setting up a Bandcamp site to re-host releases from a bunch of artists, with donations going directly to the legal battle. If you’re a musician and want to make a difference, you can! If you have...
October 2010
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BLOG UNDER CONSTRUCTION!
Okay, updates to the main page of our site have been scarce and scattered so it is time to take it down and start fresh. The rest of the site is still hanging out to the left on the sidebar, feel free to look around in the meantime! The next BOSTON8BIT show is taking place on November 14th at Church in Boston. Check out the Facebook event page for more details!
Cheers,
- The B8B Team
July 2010
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B8B coverage in tha news
It’s been a while since an update, but lots has been going on! The Boston Globe covered BOSTON8BIT in anticipation of Chiptune 8, and we thank Jonathan Perry for doing such a great job of portraying what we do. On top of that, James and Lydia of Br1ght Pr1mate appeared on FOX News’ morning program FOX & Friends to interview about chiptune in general, and perform a couple of songs....
June 2010
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CHIPTUNE 8 ALERT!
Facebook event page Wednesday, June 23rd - Great Scott, Allston MA [map] 9pm - $8 - 18+ Lineup: Je Deviens DJ En 3 Jours Cream in all Moustache Disasterpeace Cathode Rays Br1ght Pr1mate Visuals: VJ Beyonder
Radio Scotvoid's live Chiptune Megamix!
Radio Scotvoid, our resident chiptune DJ at BOSTON8BIT shows, has just released the live megamix that he’s been motivating people to dance with - go check it out!
Radio Scotvoid - Chiptune Megamix 2010 @ Mixcloud
April 2010
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Chiptune 6 coverage and new video!
Glenn at Nerdfit Network was awesome enough to write an article about his experience at Chiptune 6, which seems to reflect the general fantastic nature of the night. On top of that, Avi from Cathode Rays has provided some excellent video from the Active Knowledge set, featuring Facundo’s second performance where much not-shirt-having was had. Check out the Chiptune 6 page to see the videos -...
Radio Scotvoid Chiptune Megamix
Radio Scotvoid has released his Chiptune Megamix on Mixcloud, which might sound familiar to anyone that has arrived early to one of our events. Check it out!
The Chiptune Megamix by Radio Scotvoid on Mixcloud
Highlights include: Fighter X - Xtra Life Henry Homesweet - I Love You Rainbow Jump Orchestra - Muffins
Scott is our resident Chipmusic DJ that opens up our events and loosens people...
Welcome to the new BOSTON8BIT.com!
Hey everyone,
Welcome to the new site! The entire thing has been re-coded from scratch by hand, so we have control over how organized and useful it is. Here is a breakdown of the new site sections:
Artists The artist profiles on B8B are now broken out per artist/group, with all sorts of neato video/audio/link goodness for each member.
Past Shows The past shows page is now an archive of all the...