Livin' Local

Most Moogfest fans are keenly aware of the inspiration behind the festival—a non-musician named Bob Moog, who profoundly changed the history of music through the creation of entirely new, dimension-shattering electronic instruments. But throughout his lifetime, Moog was resolutely humble about his impact. “He won a Grammy in 2002 and didn’t even tell us until after it was over. He didn’t think we would be interested” said his daughter, Michelle Moog-Koussa.

This is the first of a three-part look into the factory, warehouse, company, and people involved in manufacturing (by hand) the incredibly complex and indescribably influential Moog instruments. This edition gives a a first-hand view of the Moog Factory experience from the point of view of an "outsider" (a fan and writer). The follow-up pieces will show two very different perspectives - a first-hand from an artist/musician and a detailed full behind-the-scenes look with the Moog Music Staff.

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Bob Moog spent his youth and early adulthood in New York City, but his legacy is perhaps most vibrant in the city of Asheville, NC, the adopted hometown where he raised three kids and found much-needed serenity.