My new single “Software” has been released!

September 30, 2015September 30, 2015

“Software” is the first single off of ComputeHer’s album, “The SIDuction of ComputeHer”. This remix collection of the song “Software” features a historic amount of classic game consoles and vintage computers used as instruments. ComputeHer is the first chipmusic artist to recreate a song across 5 separate platforms: Commodore 64 computer, Nintendo Entertainment System console, Apple II computer, Atari 800xl computer, and Nintendo Game Boy handheld console.

LISTEN HERE!

Here is what each track consists of:

1) Single Mix: Commodore 64, Nintendo Entertainment System, and Nintendo Game Boy for all synth sounds. The percussion sounds are from various vintage drum machines.

2) Analogue Mix: Korg Volka Keys for all synths and various vintage drum machines for percussion.

3) NES Mix: All sounds and drums are from the Nintendo Entertainment System.

4) A2 DMS Mix: All sounds and drums are from the Apple II home computer using the DMS Synth and Drummer software.

5) A800XL Mix: All sounds and drums are from the Atari 800 XL home computer.

6) GB Mix: All sounds and drums are from the Nintendo Game Boy.

7) C64 Mix: All sounds and drums are from the Commodore 64 home computer and utilizes the rare 6582 sound chip.

https://computeher.bandcamp.com/album/software-remixes

“Software” was written by ComputeHer and produced by 8 Bit Weapon.

ComputeHer is the solo project of Michelle Sternberger. Michelle creates electronic music using retro gaming consoles, 8-bit computers and synthesizers. With hard beats and colorful melodies, ComputeHer’s spirited catalog of music depicts a world of energized lo-fi bliss. In addition to her studio albums, Michelle’s past projects include work for Mark Mothersbaugh of Devo, Foundation 9 Entertainment, Sony Creative Software, Smithsonian American Art museum and many others. She divides her time up between two bands and is also a member of 8 Bit Weapon.

released 29 September 2015

“Software” was written by ComputeHer and produced by 8 Bit Weapon.

August News – 2014

August 28, 2014April 8, 2015

I’ve never had much luck with my website, until recently! It’s still in “development” and I’m still working out the kinks! 😀 For many years I had someone else updating my website, but that didn’t work out very well because I couldn’t update it as often as I wanted to and I ended up turning to using Facebook and Twitter more! I hope to be changing that habit a little more and updating my website more often because I realize that a lot of people are missing my posts over on the social sites – Bummer!

My kitty helping me in the studio.

In other news, I’ve been very busy working on recording my new album! I’m excited to be releasing it by the end of this year! The only problem I’m having is that it’s inspiring me to write MORE music! haha! I now have 2 new songs that I’ve started since I started recording. I think they may have to wait until I release this album because I don’t think I’ll get them to where I want them in time for them to be included. Right now I have a list of song name ideas and album titles and I can’t wait to finally release and share them all with you!

Do you like my visuals? ;D

This is what recording looks like ;]

I also have a show coming up in Las Vegas in September at the Classic Gaming Expo! Both of my bands will be playing, so I hope to see you there!

I have a show in Vegas on September 12th – 14th!

❤ Michelle :]

New Website update!

July 5, 2014April 8, 2015

Hi Everyone!

I have a new website! Don’t forget to bookmark my page!

NEW ALBUM COMING SOON [TBA 2014!]

Stay tuned for news about my next album [TBA 2014!] which is in the works as I type…!

Love,

ComputeHer ;]

The Release of Chiptopia: The Best of 8 Bit Weapon & ComputeHer

January 8, 2013April 8, 2015

1/8/13
Chiptopia: The Best of 8 Bit Weapon & ComputeHer released today!!! Chiptopia covers over a decade of the best groundbreaking work by the chipmusic bands 8 Bit Weapon & ComputeHer. Whether you are new to chiptune or you’re an old school chipper this is a must for any collection! Check it out on the music page and enjoy!

The Smithsonian American Art Museum’s “The Art of Video Games” Exhibit will feature music by Computeher and 8 Bit Weapon!

January 17, 2012April 8, 2015

The Smithsonian American Art Museum’s “The Art of Video Games” Exhibit will feature music by Computeher and 8 Bit Weapon!

We are proud to announce ComputeHer and 8 Bit Weapon’s music will be featured in the forthcoming “The Art of Video Games” exhibition at the Smithsonian American Art Museum in Washington DC! “The Art of Video Games” will explore the 40-year evolution of video games as an artistic medium. Both ComputeHer and 8 Bit Weapon will have a combined total of 5 songs being used in a soundtrack at the entrance to this historic exhibition. 8 Bit Weapon’s songs, “The Art of Video Games Anthem” and “Miami Dub Bounce” off the new album “Bits with Byte” are used as well as “Chip on your Shoulder.” ComputeHer’s songs, “Twilight Byte” and “Dark Pub” from her album “Modemoiselle” are also featured. We are profoundly honored to participate in such an important exhibition. We’d like to thank everyone at the Smithsonian American Art Museum as well as our fans for making this possible. Here is the official “The Art of Video Games” Press Release.

Please visit the Smithsonian American Art Museum’s website for information about “The Art of Video Games” exhibition.

ComputeHer and 8 Bit Weapon will also be performing live at “The Art of Video Games” exhibit’s “GameFest” opening weekend event March 16-18, 2012! Please see our events/show page for details.

Thank you, Michelle

My Commodore 64 Goes to the Smithsonian!

May 4, 2011April 8, 2015

5 / 4 / 2011

My Commodore 64 Goes to the Smithsonian!
My Commodore 64 will be on display in the Smithsonian Museum of American Art! I’m truly honored that the exhibit curator, Chris Melessinos, asked to use it. The C64 pictured here will be one of many vintage computers and consoles displayed during the “Art of Video Games” Exhibit coming March 26, 2012!

Read about it here!

~Michelle :]

NEW ALBUM – Modemoiselle

July 4, 2010April 8, 2015

07 / 28 / 2010

Welcome to the New Site !
To coincide with the release of my new album: Modemoiselle, I’ve completely updated the web site! Some new info has been added and some has been streamlined. I hope you like the new look!

Modemoiselle is Now Available !
Ladies & Gentlemen, It’s our pleasure to present to you ComputeHer’s latest musical opus, “Modemoiselle!” A sensational mix of exotic and electric sound tapestries with jubilant, throbbing rhythms. Each song adds to the canvas with the most dynamic and rich colours possible. Let go and indulge yourself in this aural world of pure lo-fi sensuality and mischief! But don’t take our word for it, have a peek for yourself…

~Michelle :]

The Disko Apocalypse Tour is Here!

April 20, 2010August 17, 2014Leave a comment

The Disko Apocalypse Tour is Here !

Greetings Programs, we are packing up our favorite chipmusic instruments and heading out for our “Disko Apocalypse Tour” this summer! Come with us as we take our new live show to New York, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Portland, and more! The tour will be spread out over several months. Official “Disko Apocalypse Tour” dates and locations will be posted here as they are confirmed.

DISKOPOCALYPSE TOUR – 2010
April 24, 2010 : Street Fighter 4 Tournament
Rec Center Studio – Los Angeles, CA
May 22, 2010 : Pulsewave
Pulsewave / The Tank – New York, NY
June 3, 2010 : 8-Bit SF
DNA Lounge – San Francisco, CA
July 31, 2010 : Classic Gaming Expo
The Tropicana Hotel – Las Vegas, NV
August 1, 2010 : Classic Gaming Expo
The Tropicana Hotel – Las Vegas, NV
August 5, 2010 : Big Bang Video Game Hall of Fame
Bridge View Center – Ottumwa, IA
August 28, 2010 : Brave New World Comics
Brave New World Comics – Newhall, CA
November 1, 2010 : Sanrio 50th Anniversary Party
Barker Hanger, Santa Monica, CA

We Need Your Support !
We are funding the tour ourselves, but we are about $2000 short. This is where you come in, we need to raise money to cover our remaining tour expenses. We have gigs lined up across the USA and its just a matter of funding to get to each of them. If you donate to the tour, we have great gifts/perks (CD’s, T-Shirts, etc..) to offer in exchange for your generosity.

~Michelle :]

ComputeHer Merch!

February 25, 2010August 17, 2014Leave a comment

My New T-Shirts are Here!

Visit my store page for more details.

~Michelle :]

The Holiday CD is Here!

December 4, 2009April 8, 2015

8 Bit Weapon & ComputeHer have whipped up a tasty batch of delicious holiday chiptunes for everyone! Go ahead; sink your aural teeth into some fresh chiptune goodies while you drink up a hot mug of 8 Bit delight on a cold winter’s day. Time tested holiday favorites that everyone can sing along to or entertain with at a holiday festivity! Each collectors CD case is hand crafted out of a rare authentic frosty light grey colored 5.25″ floppy diskette! See store page for further details.

by ComputeHer & 8 Bit Weapon

~Michelle :]