(WEBSITE) http://www.atarimusic.net

(FORUM) http://www.atarimusic.net/atari-music-network



From sequencing Tangerine Dream concerts in the 80\'s to tearing up the dance floor at the New York Blip Fest in 2010, Atari\'s reputation as a music monster machine has persisted for a quarter of a century. The secret behind its success is clear: Atari was perfect from the beginning * it didn\'t need to change. For MIDI enthusiasts, the Atari was and still is the ultimate bridge between man, music, and machine. For chiptunists, the Atari offers a canvas of unexplored sonic colors for electronica and 8-bit pop. AMN believes that Atari isn\'t just about nostalgia; its about utilizing an alternative computer platform for specialized digital music creation.



On Jan 1, 2010, The Atari Music Network (AMN) was launched, marking the beginning of an exciting new era for Atari based musicians and developers by offering news, resources, and an extensive social network area.



The Atari Music Network (AMN) Mission Statement and Features



The Atari Music Network (AMN) aims to:



* Stimulate social interaction of Atari based musicians and developers as one global community.

* Inspire and support Atari hardware and software developers to update and resell their products or place abandonware into the public domain.

* Deliver relevant news, product information, downloads, and hardware support

* Provide free marketing for Atari based musicians, albums, and events

* Bolster Atari\'s presence in the 8-bit pop scene

* Archive, catalog, and preserve Atari music software for future Atari generations

* Encourage the pirating and cracking of ex-commercial software (ethical rules apply)



AMN Currently Features



* Discussion Forums: The Heart of the Atari Music Community

* Worldwide Ebay Power-Searches: Dozens of Predefined Atari Hardware and Software Searches

* Facebook Group: Connecting AMN to a Wider Audience

* Featured News & Articles: Showcasing Atari Musicians, Developers, and Events

* Frankenstein Mods: How-to Guides of user\'s Hardware Hacks and Mods

* Hardware Catalog: An Archive of Music Related Atari Peripherals

* Software Catalog: Music Software Downloads Including Freeware and Cracked Abandonware



AMN Future Features (To be Announced)



* Atari E-Store : A Centralized, Secure, and SEO Enhanced E-commerce site to help developers reach a wider target audience

* Artist\'s Self Promotion: Dedicated Profile Pages for Artist\'s to Create Sample Albums and Promotional Materials



You can also join the Atari Music Network Facebook Group here: http://www.facebook.com/home.php?filter ... 5513878661