BEHIND THE SCENES WITH VIDEO PODCASTS: What went into the making of "Virtuality"? In the coming weeks and months we'll post video podcasts and other bonus features that talk about the inspirations behind the album. Starting with a short video of interviews about the legendary Bob Moog and the album liner notes with extensive information on the history of synthesis, here's a peek behind the scenes of "Virtuality".

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Video 1: The Moog Legacy

This is the first of many podcasts to come. It features interviews about the Bob Moog Legacy and talks about how Amin Bhatia came to dedicate the album to him. Interviewed guests include Steve Porcaro, Patrick Moraz, Michelle Moog-Koussa as well as producers, engineers and musicians from "Virtuality."

The podcast series was written and directed by Saul Pincus with contributions from cinematographers and journalists all over the world. Special thanks to the crew at Full Sail University, as well as the Bob Moog Foundation and the offices of Steve Porcaro, Patrick Moraz, Bhatia Music and Splice Heist.

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24 Page Illustrated Guide

For those of you who have a download version of "Virtuality" from iTunes, this is the entire 24 page booklet in pdf form. It features award winning artwork by Alexander Preuss, information about the "Virtuality" orchestral sessions and a guide by synth historian Mark Vail. The illustrated guide follows the music with notes on every synthesizer used in "Bolero Electronica" - 75 years worth of technology. The centerfold of the booklet hosts a multi-colour chart where you can follow along as the music, the technology and the history of synthesis unfolds.

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