The Heart is a Drum Machine

“The Heart is a Drum Machine,” the eagerly awaited documentary that explores the complex and critical relationship between humanity and music, will make its Seattle premiere at the Northwest Film Forum on Apr. 22 at 8:00 pm.

The film, directed by Christopher Pomerenke and produced by Ryan Page and Hans Fjellestad of The Twinkle Cash Company and responsible for 2006’s “Moog” documentary, explores music’s role in shaping human history, the profound connection people have had to music throughout human history, how it has shaped our experiences and its involvement in our daily lives. Tackling the topic is a who’s who of musicians including George Clinton, Tool’s Maynard James Keenan, X’s John Doe, Red Hot Chili Peppers’ John Frusciante and Sleater-Kinney’s Janet Weiss, music historians and writers such as MTV’s Kurt Loder and KCRW’s Nic Harcourt as well as scientists including Carl Sagan’s widow Ann Druyan (discussing the “Golden Record”).

The Flaming Lips’ Steven Drozd created an original score for the film as well as covering Elton John’s “Rocket Man” with vocals from the aforementioned Keenan.

Tickets for the screening are currently on sale for $6 to $9 at the Northwest Film Forum box office or online at www.brownpapertickets.com. The Northwest Film Forum is located at 1515 12th Ave.