Hello, I'm Rob McDonald
Creative technologist exploring the intersection of music, visual art, and emerging technology
📍 Based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada
🎵 Electronic music producer and sound designer
🎨 Visual artist working with TouchDesigner and real-time graphics
💻 Developer exploring AI, quantum computing, and immersive experiences
What's new
Gallery
Wider context
Updated 2026-09-16Auto-refreshed by RSS aggregator (free-tier backup).
Eight German state premiers back Merz amid speculation over future
Christian Democratic Union leadership throws its weight behind the chancellor ahead of two state elections this weekend.
‘Fabulous:’ Doug Ford welcomes airport investment plan, says Billy Bishop should be next - CP24
‘Fabulous:’ Doug Ford welcomes airport investment plan, says Billy Bishop should be nextCP24
Mexico Reintroduced Bison into Precious Desert Ecosystem After Century-Long Absence
A series of reintroductions have seen the bison return to a landscape in Mexico’s Chihuahua Desert after a 200 year absence. Having acted as ecosystem anchors for the vegetation is this vital biospher…
Today across Wavgen
Updated 2026-09-16Auto-refreshed by RSS aggregator (free-tier backup).
Kevin Morby Drops New Song “PBJ” and Van Leeuwen Ice Cream Flavor
Joining him on the single are Justin Vernon, Aaron Dessner, and Andrew Barr
Tom Petty’s Origins Explored in New 1970s-Era Box Set
Watch a video for the unreleased “Parade of Loons,” from Petty and the Heartbreakers’ 5xLP Origins 1971-1978
‘Footprints’ Photographed on the Surface of Mars by Curiosity Rover
NASA's Curiosity Rover, which has been exploring the surface of Mars for the past 14 years, continues to come across interesting objects, like last month when it photographed what looks a bit like a f…
These 16 Nikon Small World in Motion Winners Show Dynamics of Nature at a Microscopic Level
Nikon Instruments Inc. has unveiled the incredible winners of its 16th annual Nikon Small World in Motion video competition. Part of the celebrated Nikon Small World competition, this contest showcase…
May Mobility is going public in a $1.4B SPAC deal
The deal could net the asset-light robotaxi company more than $300 million in funding.
Show HN: Free WhatsApp MCP (+UI) – Give Your AI Agents Access to WhatsApp
Comments
The Counterpublic Triennial Pollinates a Budding St. Louis
The sweeping third iteration of this exhibition of public art is well-suited for a city both frozen in time and ripe for a wildly revitalized future.
Pablo Luna Studio Takes Inspiration from Nature for Its Climate-Responsive Architecture
The Bali-based firm's designs blur the boundary between structure and environment. Do stories and artists like this matter to you? Become a Colossal Member today and support independent arts publishin…
Recent releases
Latest tracks
See all Music →Interactive projects
See all →Waveform Playground
Real-time waveform visualization and synthesis — sine/saw/square oscillators, harmonic editing, FM controls.
Explore → DataBig Data Pipelines
Interactive data pipeline visualization with flow diagrams and concept exploration.
Explore → ArtParticle Systems
Generative particle effects you can manipulate in real time on canvas.
Explore →What people say
Creative Portfolio
Exploring the boundaries between traditional artistry and cutting-edge technology through music, visual art, and interactive experiences.
Music
Electronic music production spanning electro, ambient, melodic, and breakbeat genres
Video
Real-time graphics, projection mapping, and immersive visual experiences
Data & Tech
Web development, coding, AI integration, and cloud technologies
Art
Traditional and digital art bridging classical techniques with modern technology
About The Waveform Generation
Exploring music, visuals, and technology through clear, well-commented work. A place to learn, build, and be inspired.