Barcodes are computer generated codes that are a visual representation of a product or corresponding location. These readable sets of parallel lines are a basis for virtual communication and used as unique idiomatic identifiers. The latest release from Satellite Era focuses on the complex labyrinth of music translated by programs and musicians from barcodes; Music For Serial Ports [Part One] is the charismatic product of southern-California based producer Scott Metoyer, dovetailing his musicianship with a truly novel marriage of ingenuity and artistic gumption.

SATELLITE ERA · Scott Metoyer - Music For Serial Ports (Part One) [SERA011.1]

Scott uses his custom-built midi controllers, modular synths and household barcodes to create incredibly tech-heavy crescendos and melodic ideas that are built entirely from deep ciphers of code. When writing his software, certain parameters were used to create a distinctive atmosphere for each track while balancing for the project’s thematic needs; This record starts as raw data taken from household items, turned into music, written entirely in Node.js. Straightforward on paper, yet anything but in practice.

This algorithmic production artist, musician, and software developer has certainly caught the attention of his peers, and the novelty of the Music For Serial Ports project is no doubt just one angle to Metoyer’s creative endeavors. If you’re feeling inspired by the whim and talent behind this unique take on generative music, Metoyer has included software codes and other useful tools on his Github page, giving any and all the opportunity to borrow from his personal palette of inspiration. With titles like “Brown Bag tortilla chips” and “effervescent antacid tablets”, how can one not be curious what their personal pantry treats sound like?

You can download the aforementioned production assets provided by Scott Metoyer through this link