Gallery: Watch: Obsolete Game Consoles Become Instruments for a Rock Song
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James Houston designed a Rube Goldberg-esque musical arrangement that consisted of a SEGA Mega Drive, two Commodore 64s, a few floppy drives, and an assortment of GameBoys and CRT televisions. *Photo: Tony Brennan*
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Most musicians dream of playing Wembley Stadium, but Houston set his stage in a swimming pool in Glasgow’s Govanhill Baths, a decrepit Victorian structure that has recently been reclaimed. *Photo: Tony Brennan*
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The unusual location had some drawbacks, like a leaking roof that destroyed some equipment, but had a few under-appreciated benefits as well, says Houston. "Shooting in the pool would have made it easier to contain any fires that may have sprung up." *Photo: Tony Brennan*
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The concept is offbeat, but Houston is passionate about sharing his vision. “The internet is a true democracy that must be protected and cherished,” he says. “The audience is right there; just make something good and they’ll care about it.” *Photo: Tony Brennan*
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The hard drives acted as small speakers. *Photo: Tony Brennan*
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“Except for the musician's voice, everything you hear is coming from a vintage console or computer peripheral,” says Houston. *Photo: Tony Brennan*
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The devices in Houston's arrangement may be obsolete from a productivity perspective, but they haven't lost the ability to foster a sense of nostalgia. *Photo: Tony Brennan*
