Finding Beauty in Static
Last night during the show, we had some unexpected interference from a nearby radio tower. Instead of being frustrated, I found myself fascinated by how the static weaved in and out of the ambient track I was playing.
There's something profound about unintentional sound - the way random electromagnetic waves can create textures that no synthesizer could replicate. It reminded me of why I fell in love with radio in the first place: it's this beautiful intersection of technology, chance, and human intention.
"The medium is part of the message, and sometimes the medium has its own ideas."
I've been thinking about incorporating more of these "happy accidents" into future shows. Maybe leaving certain frequencies open, inviting the chaos of the electromagnetic spectrum to participate in the sonic journey.
What do you think? Have you ever had a moment where technical problems became part of the art? Call in next Friday and share your stories.
Comments (4)
Yes! I was listening and that interference was actually beautiful. It felt like the city was singing along with your show.
This is why KPBJ is special. You turn problems into poetry. Can't wait for next week!