When the Chamberlin keyboard made its debut more than 50 years ago, Harry Chamberlin intended for it to revolutionize home entertainment. Little did he know that his invention would change the landscape of rock 'n' roll forever. By incorporating eight-second sound clips into an electro-mechanical keyboard, he essentially created the first music sampler. Read on to learn about the new documentary featuring this fascinating instrument. more ›

Thanks to this intriguing trailer, LAist already can't wait for the DVD release of "Mellodrama," a documentary about the Mellotron, a keyboard instrument that for decades has made a dramatic impact on rock music. The film includes interviews with musicians such as Brian Wilson and LA-based Largo regulars, Michael Penn and Jon Brion. more ›