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'''Ciemnika''': Trent and Atticus: What synths are you most using in "Welcome oblivion?" Any other cool equipment you're making use of in this LP?
:'''[Atticus]''': ''A wide variety. Trent got his Serge system just as we were beginning writing the record, which features heavily along with a consistently changing recipe of exotic modules, and a bedrock of the classics (ARP Odyssey, Moog Voyager, Korg MS-20, etc). Although the emphasis was on hardware, a number of soft synths were used alongside.''
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===HTDA live footage===
'''voidnz''': Is there any plans to release some live footage online for those of us overseas and can't experience it?
:'''[Mariqueen]''': ''We are planning on being part of the Coachella webcast for this very reason. We have no details on this yet but check their site (or ours) for details closer to showtime.''
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===The Fragile 5.1===
'''Leutberg''': The band: At first, thank you very much for a wonderful record, I really enjoyed it. Trent: Regarding the promised NIN The Fragile 5.1 reissue – is there any chance multitracks would be released (at least for some songs)? I know the record is heavily sonically layered, so the number of files would be pretty damn high…but that’s also the reason I’m asking – having the chance to hear that incredible mix deconstructed would be great. Thank you.
:'''[Trent]''': ''I see The Fragile 5.1 is the new Tapeworm... so the only appropriate answer I can give you is "soon."''
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===Score work in HTDA live===
'''nin3414''': Trent/Atticus - are there any plans on incorporating some of the work from The Social Network/TGWTDT into HTDA's live set?
:'''[Atticus]''': ''No.''
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===Musical shift towards ambient===
'''paradox1216''':Was the musical shift towards a more ambient sound on Welcome Oblivion a conscious decision or did it just happen completely naturally?
:'''[Atticus]''': ''It was a completely natural shift, somewhat informed by the discoveries and techniques we'd come across doing film scores.''
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===Music Hack Day voicemails===
'''soulsteelgrey''': For anyone: Did y'all ever get around to listening to some of the voicemails left on Daisy's Music Hack Day app? And if so, what was one of the more memorable voicemails that was left (hopefully memorable in a good way)? Myself, I am not ashamed to say that I'm picturing a fan breaking into sobs halfway through a voicemail, and that could be taken as good or bad...
:'''[Rob]''': ''Thanks for the reminder, I need to get those from Ian. I'm sure the results are horrific.''
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===Recycling?===
'''paul_guyet''': Did anything originally intended for HTDA end up on one of the scores or vice versa? What, in particular?
:'''[Atticus]''': ''No, every project is specifically approached as its own entity. The leftovers from each project (and there are many) don't get re-used on the next.''
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===HTDA artwork compilation?===
'''Shnoorum''': A quick question to Rob. I absolutely love the artwork. The album cover in my opinion is the best album cover ever. Sorry, enough ass kissing. I'm wondering if theres any plans on releasing a DVD with a compilation of videos, live footage, and artwork? Probably a bit early to ask but hell, no harm in asking. Thanks for your time
:'''[Rob]''': ''Thank you. It's too early to say, but I'd love to compile all the visual elements into something cohesive, especially when we have live tour footage to include. I'm thrilled with how many videos we've been able to pull off for this release, and hopefully there's more to come.''
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===What does Rob do?===
'''Ret0x''': Rob: In the past you've been primarily the art and media guy on the projects. But now it seems you're performing on the album? Which instruments do you play?
:'''[Rob]''': ''Check our other answers for a bit more clarity on this, but my role in the collective is primarily visual, influencing the project in visual and conceptual and presentational ways. We're trying to expand the idea of what a "band" can be, make it more holistic and treat visual contributions as equally important. This will be much more clear in the live shows where I'll be running the visuals from on stage - but I'm capable of playing a synth part here and there, so I've done a bit of that as it pertains to executing the music in a performance setting (like in the Keep it together video).''
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===Happy birthday, DBritann===
'''DBritann''':Hello. Thank you for releasing new music, especially on my birthday; which is today btw. Kudos to you all for the music and the videos. Trying my hardest to make it to the Chicago show. :) One question: Can I get a "Happy Birthday" from you all? :)
:'''''Happy birthday!'''''
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===And finally...===
'''no12345''': Why did Trent announce a new NIN tour at the same time your new album is releasing if he is trying to not be a frontrunner of the band? Odd coincidence in my opinion. As millionaires, why did you sign up with a record label to promote your new album? Especially when Trent has had a history of being screwed over by said labels and managers. If it's really about the music and getting it out to as many people as possible, why not release it all for free? I understand if you want to make money. It makes sense to want money for your work. However, I don't buy the "get it to as many people as possible" excuse for signing up with a label. Again, especially when Trent conveniently places a spotlight on his former cash cow a few days before your band releases this new album. Good marketing, Gene Sim-, er, Trent Reznor.
When can I get my NIN toothpaste? EDIT: Also, this one is for Trent. How did you manage to get back into the thought process of performing live when you had your farewell tour 3.5 years ago? Must have been hard to get back into the groove.
:'''[Trent]''': ''Sorry, the wifi on our yacht is having issues, we can't get your full question to load. Try sending me an email at gofuckyourself@youcunt.com''
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