Wikipedia Unveils New Audio Logo
Wikipedia now has its own iconic sonic cue: fluttering book pages, keyboard clicks, and synthesized tones it calls “The Sound of All Human Knowledge.”
The Wikimedia Foundation held a competition to find an audio logo for “projects where visual logos don’t fit”. After over 3,000 performances, they settled on a series of warm notes created by Thaddeus Osborne.
Osborne was selected as the winner by a community vote from Wikimedia volunteer contributors. He will receive $2,500 USD and a trip to a professional recording studio to re-record the sound logo.
“Music has always been a huge part of my life and a way for me to ‘travel the world’ from my small town’s backyard. Every piece of music transported me to a new place and taught me something new,” said Thaddeus Osborne on winning the contest. “As a dedicated fan of Wikipedia, I strongly believe that the platform’s commitment to reliable and free information is essential to our global success. By incorporating my sound, I hope to make Wikipedia even more accessible and engaging, enabling readers [and now listeners] to embark on their own journey of discovery and knowledge. With more answers and information at our fingertips, we can tackle big problems and create a brighter future for all.”
