Orbital Decay

Since 1979, Terry Furber (synths) and Scott Watkins (guitar) have been creating electronic music out of their studio in Quakertown, PA. Known as Orbital Decay, the duo chose their name as homage to Skylab's fiery return to earth. In addition to the space program, Furber and Watkins have been influenced profoundly by Tangerine Dream, Klaus Schulze, Pink Floyd and the multitude of music and artists emerging out of this experimental school. While referencing the spacemusic of the '70s, Orbital Decay charts unexplored territory in both mood and in sound. One reviewer cites Orbital Decay's efforts as, "producing astral music that evokes deep space with atmospheric approaches and a majestic flair".



Orbital Decay has produced several self-released CDs of music realized out of their lengthy home studio jams. Soon after these discs found their way onto broadcasts of STAR'S END, the duo were invited to present their talents live on the air as part of this program's ongoing efforts to bring live spacemusic performances to the intimate listening environment of the late night radio audience. Subsequently, Orbital Decay has performed live at the Soundscapes, Gate to Moonbase Alpha, Feedback, Electro-Music and The Gatherings Concert Series as well as on several more broadcasts of STAR'S END.