In the late 1970s, synths and electronic music were the exclusive province of superstars, academics, and seasoned studio pros. Then came a new generation of young rebels, led by Thomas Dolby. His most recognized song, "She Blinded Me With Science", from the album "The Golden Age of Wireless", was a huge hit in the early 80’s. Numerous awards and five Grammy nominations later, Thomas had achieved worldwide recognition as an artist. If you’re wondering what Thomas Dolby has done in the two decades since he cunningly fused pop and electronic music, the answer is in the palm of your hand: Twelve years ago Dolby left music and proceeded to develop the Beatnik software technology used in two-thirds of the world’s cell phones. Pumped up by new technologies and changing business models in the music industry, and re-invigorated by reaction to his initial tour dates earlier this year, Dolby has now written his first album of new music since the early ‘90s. Ever the innovator, Dolby is pioneering a new blend of instruments: high-tech electronica plus live jazz brass. His spring touring ensemble will feature real-time looping on a computer laptop, along with a three-piece horn section (the Jazz Mafia Horns) comprising some of the San Francisco Bay Area's finest young jazz soloists: Adam Theis on trombone, Rich Armstrong on trumpet, and Ron Cohen on tenor sax. This live show, celebrating the release of his CD and DVD both entitled “The Sole Inhabitant", offers an opportunity for both artist and audience to get back up to speed with his classic material... and to discover the next leg of Dolby’s absorbing journey. www.thomasdolby.com

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