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Calling All Musicians: Mini Concerts at the Internet Archive
Since 2020, the Internet Archive has been inviting musicians from around the world to play short live sets for our virtual staff meetings. What started as a way to bring […]
Vanishing Culture: Why Preserve Flash?
The following guest post from free-range archivist and software curator Jason Scott is part of our Vanishing Culture series, highlighting the power and importance of preservation in our digital age. Read more essays online or download the […]
Tom Lehrer (1928–2025): A Life in Satire, A Legacy in the Commons
Satirical musical artist Tom Lehrer passed away on July 26, 2025. Lehrer is best remembered for his sharp wit, engaging musical compositions, and timeless social commentary. In 2020, Lehrer proactively […]
IFLA Signs Statement Supporting Digital Rights of Memory Institutions
The global campaign to secure digital rights for libraries and memory institutions just gained a powerful new ally. As explained in a post by Beatrice Murch of Internet Archive Europe, […]
Internet Archive Designated as a Federal Depository Library
Announced today, the Internet Archive has been designated as a federal depository library by Senator Alex Padilla. The designation was made via letter to Scott Matheson, Superintendent of Documents at […]
Sensing the Forest: Two Ongoing Datasets from DIY Streamers at Alice Holt Forest, UK
[Guest blog post by Anna Xambó on behalf of the Sensing the Forest Team] Sensing the Forest (StF) is a project funded by the UKRI Arts and Humanities Research Council. Our goal is to raise awareness among forest visitors, artists, … Continue reading →
“BAR-CEL-ONA” by the group Ekho and “Soundsystem for Silence” by Myubio Collective, a performance an
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Dear Freesounders, As part of the 20th anniversary celebration program, there are two very exciting events that will take place next week in Barcelona, so be sure to check them out if you are around. The first event consists of … Continue reading →
Call for talks for the “Freesound Day”, October 28th 2025
Hi everyone! As part of the celebrations of the 20th Anniversary of Freesound, we are organising a “Freesound Day” event that will happen on the 28th of October of 2025. The Freesound Day will include talks from members of the Freesound … Continue reading →
Introducing the Broad Sound Taxonomy
Hi freesounders, We are happy to announce that we have just released a new feature for organising sounds in Freesound. Following recent research at the MTG, we reached to the definition of a sound taxonomy named “Broad Sound Taxonomy” (BST). … Continue reading →
In 2025… Freesound turns 20!
Dear Freesounders, Believe it or not, Freesound is turning 20 years old in 2025! We couldn’t be prouder of what Freesound has become after all these years. Freesound numbers are growing year after year (if you have not done it … Continue reading →