Renny Hyde ᕕ( ᐛ )ᕗ

Bio

Renny Hyde is a fourth-year undergraduate student at the Georgia Institute of Technology studying computer engineering, music technology, and physics. During their time at tech they have developed skills such as embedded systems design and signal processing, and have used these skills in personal and academic projects. They are passionate about audio and computing software + hardware.

As an undergraduate researcher in the Interactive Music, Performance, Audio & Creative Technologies (IMPACT) Lab they apply advanced computer engineering and signal processing techniques to create instruments, tools, and systems for music performance. Working with Dr. Alexandria Smith, Renny created an interactive audio installation as part of the 'Resilient Earth' exhibit for Science Gallery Atlanta, running from September 14 until April 30th, 2024. Their research focuses on creating embedded systems for music performance and installations, acting as a bridge between the natural and digital worlds.

Renny is the General Manager of WREK Atlanta 91.1FM, Georgia Tech's student-run radio station. An Atlanta treasure since 1968, WREK covers all of Atlanta with 100,000 Watts of quality, diverse programming. Renny is the host of 100 wreks, WREK's weekly hyperpop show. 100 wreks has been praised by Atlanta Magazine, saying

"I would never seek out the genre hyperpop on my own, but I’ve happily submitted to an hour of it on WREK. As the cohosts of 100 wreks gushingly compared two different artists’ euphoric vocals—one of whom, it turned out, was actually a programmed synth—I felt as giddy as if I’d been a lifelong acolyte of hyperpop."

As well as an engineer, Renny is also an artist. They create computer music as pocket noise, and DJ under the alias DJ Snootles. They are also a graphic designer, designing posters and merch for WREK Atlanta, among other facets of the Atlanta DIY music community.

Along with their roommates, they run The Fortress, a house venue bringing experimental and DIY music to the Georgia Tech community.

Education

2021-2026(expected) -> BS Computer Engineering, Georgia Institute of Technology

Minor in Physics, Minor in Music Technology

Selected Creative Works

2024 If We Stay Still, Science Gallery Atlanta