Spaceman’s Transmissions

While reviewing some new music, I came across the song Stillpoint by Hammock. I was so overwhelmed with its deep, hypnotic swirl and realized that there was no way I couldn't put it in this mix. I was supposed to be doing a final project for an Organizational Communications class, but now I'm sidetracked with putting this out there. How unfortunate. No, not really (actually finished the class, did quite well in it BTW). After hearing Still Point, I came up with title immediately. I'm truly inspired right now. And I've created a mix that will take your mind on a peaceful, uplifting, and enlightening journey to the ether of your mind. This mix is multi-purpose: you can sleep to it, you can definitely stay awake to it and have your mind blown, or you can choose a state in between the two. I've carefully mixed and mashed up some very tasty ingredients for your mental departure to the deep corners of solitude and escape. Please feel free to lighten the grip of your mind's gravity. We'll return after a bit. But for now, let go, and bathe yourself in the sweet air of aural colors. As these colors caress your thoughts, your sense of being and awareness will stabilize into a state of solace. Reflect on the beauty of your past memories, and project into the grasp of your future goals. Whatever might be burdening your thoughts, you have my permission to let that go for a bit while we take this journey. An unending thanks to Andrew Hoffman for giving this mix some radio airplay at WRFI.ORG. Andrew's radio broadcasts add such a special nostalgic feel of yesteryear that I miss, but with music that I really want to hear without any commercials (the way radio should be). So very happy! I hope you enjoy our epic flight, and that you repeat the adventure in any way that you can. Support the artists, and keep dreaming. Peace. Turn on, tune in, sleep... https://www.tonepoet-music.com https://www.facebook.com/tonepoetmusic TRACK LISTING 00:00 - "Talking And Bells" by Tonepoet from Communicate EP (Rusted Sun Collective) 00:44 - "First Dream Called Ocean" by Helios from Eingya 04:08 - "Valtari" by Sigur Ros from Valtari 11:51 - "#21 (Lichen)" by Aphex Twin from Selected Ambient Works Volume 2 (Vinyl Version) 15:18 - "In Abandoned Places (Excerpt)" by Raison D'Etre from Requiem For Abandoned Souls 21:12 - "Stillpoint (Excerpt)" by Hammock from The Sleepover Series Volume 1 (Remastered) 26:54 - "Only The Dead Can Be Forgiven" by Ben Lovett from The Last Lullaby 29:40 - "Boon" by Bubble from Features Of Spheres 36:30 - "Sucof Ni Enots" by Kwajbasket from Aftrthghts 39:41 - "System" by Carbon Based Lifeforms from Twentythree 46:57 - "Eyes Closed (For Rube)" by Olan Mill from Paths 49:35 - "Atlas Song" by Jonsi & Alex from Riceboy Sleeps 56:20 - "Talking And Bells II" by Tonepoet from Communicate EP (Rusted Sun Collective)

Welcome to another edition of Spaceman's Transmissions with the sublime beauty of Tumultes, a really peaceful (and requested) mix from The Silent Project I've been wearing this mix out a lot lately. It's spinning at the house, it receives play in the car, and gets regular rotation on the media player. Most importantly, it lives comfortably on the phone, which is reserved for extra amazing sonic pleasures. If I could eat this mix, I would. Trust me, I'm trying to figure out a way! The Silent Project is a sonic architect that hails from Pointe-à-Pitre in Guadeloupe; city that resembles New Orleans in many ways. The cultures and lifestyles of the two cities are quite similar, and the history is shared (I'll have to read up on that a bit, as I've spent some hazy weeks in New Orleans). Despite living in the city, Greg spends a good amount of time in the nature, and that tunes his ear for making such deep masterpieces. He's always looking for the beauty and elegance in the world through way of music (minimalistic forms such as post-rock, or neo-classical), literature (Dostoyevsky), sports (like surfing, very cool), and science and this is reflected in his outlook for the mixes that he creates, and his time as a fundamental researcher for mathematics explains his interest in abstraction. This all culminates in his broad reception of sources for enhancing his life through music. And while he doesn't have a favorite artist that he gravitates towards, he definitely seems to favor labels such as Mille Plateaux (the first period), Warp, Kranky, Type, Touch, and Raster-Noton. The Silent Project spent some years as a DJ/composer under the name UssF, mainly spinning minimal techno and minimal house (although away from the boards, the preferred listening music of his choice was ambient and electronica). When he had the chance to move abroad and travel, he decided that it was high time to quit the techno scene and focus on what would become The Silent Project. Glad he did, as we are rewarded with rich sonic outings such as what I'm presenting here to you. There are so many wonderful woven textures within. You will find immense depth within the selections, and be rewarded with great peace. I'm absolutely sure that you will enjoy this session and be taken in by the same peacefulness that possesses The Silent Project when he mentally mixed his aural delights within the grip of Mother Nature. Peace. Turn on, tune in, sleep... https://www.tonepoet-music.com https://www.facebook.com/tonepoetmusic NO KNOWN TRACK LISTING

Welcome to another episode of Spaceman's Transmissions. For this venture, we will set your thought-spacepod up nicely for your cosmic exploration. Delve into your innermost mind capsule for a bit, clear out the thought obstacles that hinder you, and project into a state of enduring peace. This mix is optimized for absolute relaxation and can be used in a number of ways. Mostly, it is to be used for sailing past the clouds, beyond the exosphere, and into the deep void. Using starlight as a beacon is permitted. However, do not be distracted by unnecessary influences such as random useless thoughts of anything but your creative flow. As you drift among the cosmos, reflect upon the beauty that life offers, and celebrate that. Upon reentry, your focus will be calibrated and thoughts will be aligned with purpose and motivation. I purposely tried to mix it up with many diverse styles of music. A bit of ambient, a dash of shoegaze, and a smattering of ethnic colors. For me, and hopefully for you, it kept things a bit interesting. I've got some great guest mixes lined up, and this mix was inspired by those around me that are creating some amazing things. Support the artists. Peace. Turn on, tune in, sleep... https://www.tonepoet-music.com https://www.facebook.com/tonepoetmusic TRACK LISTING 0:00 - "Overture" by Vangelis from Mythodea 02:05 - "Sun Tracer Part 1" by Phillip Wilkerson from Sun Tracer 08:10 - "A World Beneath The World (Excerpt)" by Labrathisattva from The View From Down Here 17:07 - "Skies" by Dave Preston from Soundtrack For Motion 19:29 - "Sun Shines Through" by Gopal from Depth Of My Heart 24:43 - "One Path Revealed (Excerpt)" by Paul Avgerinos from Balancing Spheres 29:21 - "Adrift In Peace" by Phillip Wilkerson from Sun Tracer 34:55 - "Launch Approval" by Vangelis from Blade Runner Trilogy: 25th Anniversary Edition 36:49 - "Fading Away" by Vangelis from Blade Runner Trilogy: 25th Anniversary Edition 39:31 - "Sun Tracer Part 2" by Phillip Wilkerson from Sun Tracer 41:51 - "Looking At The Sky" by I’ve Lost from Futuresequence: Sequence 4 47:51 - "Giant Leap" by Valdi Sabev from Impressions Volume 1 50:01 - "Toto, I’ve Got A Feeling We’re Not In Kansas Anymore" by Michael Stearns from Planetary Unfolding 54:37 - "Glittering" by Stellardrone from Seagull Overseas And Stellardrone

So far, I've been absolutely blessed with receiving and reviewing all the of the mixes that I've requested to host. Almost all of what I've gotten have been posted in some manner already, I just do my best to help them get 'out there' any way that I can, because I believe that such incredible mood altering expressions need a bigger outlet. This time, I was afforded with an absolutely new song, and allowed to upload it to Mixcloud, and post it here. Way stoked about this! For this posting, I bring you akrrrs, who is a fairly recent discovery of mine that has caught my attention through his Dream Sequence series. I've downloaded quite a lot of them and I've had some serious tranquil moments while taking in the deep, soothing sounds that encompass my ears and mind. The music that I've been fortunate to have gathered has prompted me to make a special bedtime playlist which I absolutely cherish. He seems to have an incredible library of consistently great music, and creates such beautiful soundscapes with them. His mixes consistently take me to a horizon upon the outer reaches of the mental solar system, and set me down gently in complete solitude. Not only does akrrrs create such masterful mixes, his artwork for his mixes are absolutely unrivaled and express the beauty of the mixes on the visual front. After taking in his mixes, your mind will be clear, your stamina increased (post-nap). You'll also notice an increase in mental energy, logic and reasoning, and clarity. And libido. No, I'm not kidding, it's science, and totally proven, I think. Uh, trust me... akrrrs hails to us from the northeastern part of England, and has spent his 'formative' years in Leeds and Manchester. Although he began as a DJ spinning techno and jungle beats in the early 90's, ambient has always been a big part of his musical love (you can still hear small flourishes of older artists like Aphex Twin, The Black Dog, and Global Communication [one of my favorites] in his mixes). He initially started making more ambient-based mixes to soothe his pregnant wife (good medicine, my friend!), and later found that making more beatless mixes didn't disturb his kids. Something about two birds with one stone here. I've named his special presentation mix 'SEQUENTIAL DREAM' in honor of what he's done so far. akrrrs, thank you so much for allowing me to post your music and help bring it to those who would have otherwise not had a chance to hear it. In my opinion, your mixes are some of the best, and I look forward to hearing new ones all the time. I guarantee the listener a peaceful, and extremely pleasant listening experience. Peace. turn on, tune in, sleep... https://www.tonepoet-music.com https://facebook.com/tonepoetmusic TRACK LISTING Günter Schlienz – Watermarked Memories Samantha Glass – Movement 3 Four Tet – Unicorn White Poppy – Drifters Gold Pausal –Bottom-Up Pause Esmerine – Hayale Dalmak Bulgarian State Radio & Television Femal Vocal Choir – Poleganala e Todora Matthew Robert Cooper – Miniature 9 Machinedrum – Vizion Lorn – My Device Steve Hauschildt – By Buildings Panabrite – Moonpool Joseph Lawrence Quimby Jr. – Preform Perform Felix K – Flower Of Hope Lorn – Sega Sunset

For this guest mix, I bring you one of the most diverse mixes that I've had the pleasure in hosting. I was contacted by FACTION not to long ago about hosting a mix. I gladly gave his mix POD ): 101 a listen and was not quite ready to be so completely blown away like I was! It's really a very rare treat to find someone whose ears and mind are so big that they create an epic like this with so many elements, colors, moods, transitions, and dynamics in one sitting. It's mind boggling how many different songs (38!) are in the ingredients list, but it comes off like a really deep concept album more so than a mix. Listening to this, you easily get the sense that Faction just hears things differently. Everyone who creates mixes manages to pull things together and try to create their own voice with what's available. Faction is speaking in tongues. As I've mentioned before, I host what I wish that I had created, and POD ): 101 is absolutely no exception. I will have to say that this is not mix that you'll use to sleep to, but rather one that demands your undivided attention; you don't want to miss a single mood that gets thrown your way. I haven't yet been able to find another mix that so effortlessly and honestly weaves such deep ambient sounds together with pulsating dub and trippy commentary, and make it so organic. In my opinion, it would be a welcome challenge for anyone to live up to the high standard that Faction has set. If there's one mix that has deservedly made it to my sacred bike ride playlist, it's this one. Use this for your commutes, as background and foreground, and be ready to have your mind blown. Thanks, Faction for letting the world dig in on your unbelievable creation. I'm truly honored that you allowed me the opportunity in having a part in getting this out there. You can follow Faction at his MIXCLOUD page, and his SOUNDCLOUD page. Enjoy! Turn on, tune in, dig it... https://www.tonepoet-music.com https://www.facebook.com/tonepoetmusic TRACK LISTING An Intro (Great Dictator Speech) - Owsey Trees Of Evening - Manual & Syntaks Stokes Croft 5AM - Bass Clef A Conversation at Sea - Nacht Plank Passage - NQ Altibzz - Autechre Cyan Sept IV - NQ Via Three Alone Phone - Offthesky/Juxta Phona Hugo II - Murcof Variation Cybernétique: Rhythmic Pataphysic - (Part I) - DJ Spooky When Only Sand Remains - Kaya Project Breathwork - Coleco The Cold In You - Phaeleh One Blood, One Source (Distance Remix) - Pinch/Rudey Lee Music For Adults - I'm Not A Gun Metamorphis - Original mix - Trentemoller Void 2 - Lorn Untitled - Phonem 2 - H1009 - Herrmann & Kleine Unknown - Unknown Tigris - Phonem Chocolate Skull - Squonjax Hopeless Emptiness - Thomas Newman Nazar Shaam - Hector Zazou New Old Land - Gustavo Santaolalla Locust songs - Blue Mar Ten Suffer - Glen Porter Soon Enough - Yppah Warm Circuits - Manual 031221 (Theme For A Wordless Moment) - Blamstrain Howl - Jónsi & Alex Apex Twin - Apex twin Resignacion - Murcof Stranger Smiled At Me - Vector Lovers Cendre - Fennesz/Ryuichi Sakamoto Zitadelle - Studio Pankow I See My Mother - Poliça Brother - Tycho

For me, the saddest time is not winter, but the approach of fall. I don't hate the fall season. I love it! But knowing that summer and the vibe it has brought is withering into a memory is a hard pill to swallow. In summer, I'm invincible; I am reborn with every hot burst of sun, thriving to gather the energy of every new day, leaving little or no wasted moments in my wake. Every summer day is a new awakening, brought about by the renewed anticipation of Mother Earth's sun-song upon us. Get the point? I freakin' LOVE summer so much that it pains me to see it dissolve. The first thing that I notice is a shortened day. Just a few days ago (and it's been a while since I've actually realized this and posted this narrative), I was fully aware that it was dark at 8 o'clock in the evening (edit: at this time, even sooner). Already. Sadness is upon me. Next, the leaves shed new colors and die, and the sky will be overcast with impending change. But all good things must end. To help ease the pain of shorter days, and colder nights that approach us, I give you solace in the form of a quite amazing amalgamation of sonic textures. This mix is optimized for contemplation of the changing seasons and should be used as you watch the skies go from light to dim during your day. The music in this mix represent both the lament and joy that I feel with each bygone season. Reflect your own state of mind with the music and find comfort within it's grip. Peace. Turn on, tune in, sleep... https://www.tonepoet-music.com https://www.facebook.com/tonepoetmusic TRACK LISTING "Crickets, Wind, and Fireplace" by Unknown from Unknown (Start Time: 0:00) "Sleep" by Ben Lovett from The Last Lullaby (Start Time: 0:30) "Falling From Grace" by Robin Guthrie from Imperial (Start Time: 2:30) "Midnight Fantasy Angel" by Rudy Adrian from Moonwater (Start Time: 6:17) "Part 10" by Felixdroid from The Longing (Start Time: 18:29) "Humectez La Mouture" by Stars Of The Lid from And Their Refinement Of The Decline (Start Time: 26:51) "Mysterious Figures" by Bing Satellites from Twilight Sessions Volume 8 (Start Time: 32:05) "Fairytale" by Jon Hopkins from EP1 (Start Time: 39:52) "Transmit 1" by infinite_coil from Transmit (Start Time: 43:37) "Es Kann Nicht Ewig Winter Sein" by Bersarin Quartett from Bersarin Quartett (Start Time: 53:52) "La Petite File de la Mer" by Vangelis from Portraits (So Long Ago, So Clear) (Start Time: 56:56) "Crickets, Thunder, and Fireplace" by Unknown from Unknown (Start Time: 62:36)

I'm very excited to be awarded the opportunity to host a mix by this gentleman. L.D.R. hails from Sweden, and has some of the most eccentrically cool and diverse music that graces Mixcloud. I originally asked for a single mix quite a while back, just to give it a few listens to when on my daily commute. Those listens warranted an addition to my media player's 'Bike Ride' playlist, which is highly restricted to the best of the best (fewer than 4 tunes have made it on there in 2 years). From Dusk Till Dawn Hangover Mix 2013 happened to be the mix that made it to the coveted playlist. What that means is that on my bike rides (13 miles, 20 kilometers or up to 30 miles, 48 kilometers if I'm not being a sissy) I play this playlist in shuffle mode, and for that one hour I'm locked in. Everything that I play in this playlist gives me the same buzz I got when I heard it the first time. Basically the music is my fuel, and without it I'm a hot mess. Luckily, L.D.R. has yet to make a substandard mix, and it's amazing to me that he mixes everything in real time, with vinyl, leaving in mistakes, glitches and so on. Very organic. And bold. That amount of risk gives his mixes life. I'm filled with excitement when I get notifications that certain people have posted and L.D.R. is one of them. I've had some pretty amazingly funny and enlightening exchanges with him, and actually learned a few funny phrases in English (lovebombing, my favorite new word). It even doesn't surprise me that like most people that I follow, he is an artist in every way. I'm bringing you one of my favorite mixes from L.D.R. All of L.D.R.'s mixes tell a story, and they are all quite diverse. They are combinations of ambient, with retro-futuristic grooves, a bit of weirdness, but altogether a fantastic sonic voyage. I just had to host From Dusk Till Dawn Hangover Mix 2013, because it's just an amazing journey of strangeness, with sprinkles of eccentric joy. I've been fortunate to have collected a few of his mixes and they provide background music for my many commutes. I will be hosting more by L.D.R. at some point. Many, many thanks big time to L.D.R. for being an amazing artist with great taste and a careful ear to create such interesting stuff, and allowing me to have a small part in hosting it. Peace. Turn on, tune in, sleep... https://www.tonepoet-music.com https://www.facebook.com/tonepoetmusic TRACK LISTING UNKNOWN

I know that I've already had Junkyard Angel recently guest on a mix, but this one to me is a real mind blowing epic. I'm really drawn in by the theme of it, and the subtle blend of each approaching color. I grew up on the coast, and visiting the oceans is nowhere near the same as growing up there. There is a sense of comfort for the soul that lives there, and in my opinion, this mix by Junkyard Angel captures the peaceful and beautiful vibe with an extreme accuracy. We've conversed about the importance of the ocean in our lives, and it has equal impact upon us. The waters can be unforgiving for those who seek to conquer it, but offer solace for those who respect it. Perhaps Junkyard Angel can put his thoughts into words best: 'For me, going to the coast can be a calming and cleansing experience, seeing the vast sea plateauing out to infinity seems to dissolve the myriad of problems stacked up within, feeling them fizz away with the tide into the depths beyond, another drop in the ocean. When I was very young, I had a crystal set radio complete with army type field headphones (no Dr Dre style in them days) installed next to my bed. At night I would try and tune into something contemporary but more often than not I would stumble upon foreign radio broadcasts or better still the shipping forecast on BBC Radio 4; the strange array of words in English didn't make much sense but intrigued me nonetheless. On some occasions the forecast would oscillate wildly distorting the voice, melding into an aural seascape of vaporised language inducing a raft like slumber.' I couldn't have put that better. One day, JA, we're gonna get the chance to do some night fishing together, mark my words! Turn on, tune in, sleep... https://www.tonepoet-music.com https://www.facebook.com/tonepoetmusic TRACK LISTING Last Seaweed Collecting Hut At Freshwater West Part 1 Angle - Stylus A Second Sailing - Docetism Seaside - Arovane Surface From The Groundless Ocean - Krill Minima Take My Hand And Come With Me - Lahto The Rivers Turned To Cobblestones - Library Tapes And The Rain Embraced Our Closing - Language Of Landscape Bay - Mountains Along The Way - Loren Connors They Leave Everything Behind - Johann Johannsson Salt Photographs - Brambles Sleepy Crayfish - Mwvm Realization At Dusk - Hakobune On The Coast - Marsh And May La Dolce Vita - Fellini

(from Webster's Dictionary): imag·i·na·tion noun i-ˌma-jə-ˈnā-shən 1: the act, process, or power of forming a mental picture of something not present especially of something one has not known or experienced 2: creative ability 3: a creation of the mind Creative thought is a basic sense that we are born with, but grows dull as we suppress its misalignment within modern society. Stop saying silly things, stay within the lines, act like a grown up. We are molded to learn how to act based on 'more mature' peers within our age group, thus sacrificing our creative soul. I have say, when you have kids, you go one way or the other. On one hand, you can act like a 'normal' parent, with strict rules and norms that society expects, monitoring the 'fun meter'. On the other hand, one could revert to being a child, in order to gain a greater understanding. The alleged 'adult child' will begin adopting the mannerisms of their offspring, gaining a second wind of their childhood and doing such juvenile things such as making faces at the dinner table for a laugh, reading comic books and watching cartoons together, and so on. I belong to the second group. I created this mix without a preconceived idea of what it should be. Rather, I just chose a bunch of random things that I really love. Maybe there is no theme, but to me there is definitely a derived feeling. I can say with much assurance that music has kept me young. It has made my mind fresh, and open. I crave arts, and everything I hear becomes my life's soundtrack; living in and for the moment. My children soak up music and art like a sponge, and their lack of inhibitions allows me to have some of the most creative talks with them than I ever could with an 'adult'. We all seek to reminisce our past, relive our best moments, and rebuild upon our memories. Music is our landmark for everything (you know this already!). Take the music, digest it, and fit it into your daily life. Create mental images to live by, swallowing your inhibitions in favor of feeling truly alive. And don't give a damn what anyone thinks. Turn on, tune in, sleep... http://www.tonepoet-music.com https://facebook.com/tonepoetmusic TRACK LISTING "Wooden Little People" by Cygna from Opus Ena (Sofa Manifesto), Released July 17, 2012 (Start Time: 00:00) "Stealth Overture" by Apollo 440 from Electro Glide In Blue (550 Music - Epic), Released September 9, 1997 (Start Time: 01:25) "Amphora" by Robin Guthrie from Continental (soleil après minuit), Released June 12, 2006 (Start Time: 02:18) "Are We A Rock Band Or What" by Apollo 440 from Gettin’ High On Your Own Supply (Epic), Released January 25, 2000 (Start Time: 04:50) "Dandelion" by Boards Of Canada from Geogaddi (Warp Records), Released February 18, 2007 (Start Time: 06:03) "Betula Pendula" by Carbon Based Lifeforms from World Of Sleepers (Ultimae Records), Released November 27, 2006 (Start Time: 07:04) "Into The Rainbow Vein" by Boards Of Canada from The Campfire Headphase (Warp Records), Released October 17, 2005 (Start Time: 17:08) "Adrift In Time (Drumalix Edit)" by Sync24 from Fahrenheit Project Part 5 (Ultimae Records), Released February 1, 2005 (Start Time: 17:41) "Processing Lights (Fairytale Version)" by H.U.V.A. Network from Fahrenheit Project Part 5 (Ultimae Records), Released February 1, 2005 (Start Time: 19:59) "Don’t Look Back" by Ben Lovett from The Signal Soundtrack (Lakeshore Records), Released February 19, 2008 (Start Time: 25:43) "Takk…" by Sigur Ros from Takk (Geffen), Released September 13, 2005 (Start Time: 27:27) "Blue Sky And Yellow Sunflower" by Susumu Yokota from Symbol (Lo Recordings), Released July 19, 2005 (Start Time: 30:16) "Sun Giant" by Fleet Foxes from Sun Giant EP (Sub Pop Records), Released April 8, 2008 (Start Time: 34:08) "A Sense Of Home" by Peter Gabriel from Long Walk Home: Music From The Rabbit Proof Fence Soundtrack (Real World Records), Released June 18, 2002 (Start Time: 36:13) "InD VoD fin (Hi-Fi)" by Petar Alargic from Classient Vinyl L1 (Magnatune), Released March 22, 2011 (Start Time: 38:14) "Inside The Hopeful Machine" by D.P. Kaufman from As The Ruin Falls (D.P. Kaufman), Released May 10, 2010 (Start Time: 40:08) "Sweet Sound Of Escape" by Dave Preston from Soundtrack For Motion (Iedema Records), Released June 1, 2010 (Start Time: 45:04) "Cyclic" by Jazzanova from In Between (Rope A Dope), Released July 2, 2002 (Start Time: 49:52) "Olson" by Boards Of Canada from Music Has The Right To Children (Warp Records), Released April 20, 1998 (Start Time: 50:39) "Asbendos" by Peter Namlook from Silence V (Fax), Released July 10, 2001 (Start Time: 51:55) "Se Lest" by Sigur Ros from Takk (Geffen), Released September 13, 2005 (Start Time: 57:23)

Being a guitarist, I give my piano playing musician friends a hard time. I accuse them of having no soul since they can't get vibrato, sustain notes without the aid of machinery, and can't bend notes. In other words, they can't do all the cool stuff that guitarists do (keyboards are another story). But to say that they don't emote is a bold statement. Piano covers a lot of ground, even if you can't take it to a campfire (still got them beat!). Just put on most amazing soundtracks and you can feel piano wire delicately gluing the mood to the scene. I remember being a young guitarist and sitting in a piano practice room with a big hollowbody guitar. I'd rest the end of the neck somewhere up on the piano, hold down the sustain key, and play really nice add 9sus11 chords and listen to the overtones that formed like a cloud, barely dissipating. That could be my first dive into real, live ambient, and those moments have defined a valuable moments in my life. My initial self reaction was that using predominantly piano for a mix was that it would end up sounding like cold new age glop. Or piano bar kitsch. I definitely wanted to use music that spoke, and didn't just repeat a bunch of repetitive and tired progressions for the sake of passing time. Not my style. I purposely took this long to do such a thing so that I could really find music that stuck to my soul, and caused a lasting sensation. I hope that it sticks to your soul, and brings you peace. Turn on, tune in, sleep... https://www.tonepoet-music.com https://facebook.com/tonepoetmusic TRACK LISTING "Box Of Old Photographs" by Bing Satellites from Twilight Sessions Vol. 8 (Free Floating Music), Released August 4, 2011 (Start Time: 00:00) "Carpathian Ridge" by Michael Andrews from Donnie Darko: Original Soundtrack and Score (Sanctuary UK), Released October 11, 2004 (Start Time: 05:33) "Intropiano" by Bruno Sanflippo from Intro (Ad21music), Released January 1, 2006 (Start Time: 06:56) "Angela Undress" by Thomas Newman from American Beauty Soundtrack (Dreamworks), Released January 11, 2000 (Start Time: 14:34) "A Meaningful Moment Through Meaning(less) Process" by Stars Of The Lid from And Their Refinement Of The Decline (Kranky), Released April 3, 2007 (Start Time: 16:07) "Underwater Flowers" by John Foxx & Harold Budd from Translucence/Drift Music (Edsel Records UK), Released September 1, 2003 (Start Time: 20:26) "Anything’s Possible" by Ben Lovett from The Signal Soundtrack (Lakeshore Records), Released February 19, 2008 (Start Time: 26:22) "Piano Textures2 V" by Bruno Sanflippo from Piano Textures 2 (CDBABY.COM/INDYS), Released December 15, 2009 (Start Time: 28:21) "Twirled World (Instrumental)" by Anne Garner from Trusting A Twirled World (Instrumental) (Magnatune), Released October 30, 2011 (Start Time: 34:52) "Marianne, Please Get Help" by The Glimmer Room from A Diary Of Occurrences (A-Frame Media), Released January 12, 2010 (Start Time: 38:50) "Radial Structures" by Michael Meara from A Cold Inner Sea (Unknown), Released December 1, 2006 (Start Time: 42:30) "Piano Aquieu" by Stars Of The Lid from The Tired Sounds Of (Kranky), Released October 30, 2001 (Start Time: 52:31)

Admittedly, I search out some odd music a lot of times, just to keep my ear sharp. I am always really stoked by something that can capture my full attention or sit in the background, but it's very hard for music to have an equal footing in each camp. There are even few mixes that can keep my attention musically, inspiring me to search the artists involved, and have me floored from the beginning to the end with an anxious anticipation of each approaching colorful scene. Now, I have to say that I post mixes that I wish I had created myself. When I hear these mixes, I am happy that someone created this with the hopes that anyone would possibly hear this, not even realizing that this someone was me. I like to think that they made it for me, because its mood fits whatever I'm feeling at the time, as if to say 'here's the current soundtrack for your life's situation'. Those kinds of mixes stay in your head, swimming around, building your addiction to their sonic offerings. I am way proud to have an opportunity to release some music by someone that I respect as a person, artist, and musician. This mix was presented by my request to JUNKYARD ANGEL. In receiving this mix, I got to converse (a bit extensively) with Junkyard Angel, which is always the best part. I was afforded the opportunity to exchange listening histories, speak of what drives him artistically, and hear some general things about his life. I is an absolute inspiration to realize that people on the other side of the pond have the same interest, aspirations, and commitments. It is even more inspiring to know that we share similar musical tastes and that music is a very powerful and life-defining force for us. Junkyard Angel is a musician's musician, fully capable of weaving the same magical fabric that inspired him (you can hear and download his compositions HERE; we've even talked about some collaborations, which I'm REALLY stoked about). The sounds that Junkyard Angel put together lay somewhere between ambient, mystery, and a twist of happy nightmares. Since I heard the very first mix from him, I've been taken in and elated to have found all new music that I had not yet discovered. And that's a high for me. Every mix by Junkyard Angel is aural bliss, and I present you with my favorite (you can snag 2 more mixes below via my Podbean page). I've used these mixes consciously and subconsciously, and they are effective in both arenas. Take it in, and enjoy it.Thanks, Junkyard Angel, for the opportunity. Visit Junkyard Angel at his MIXCLOUD page.*say 'hello' to Ollie for me* Turn on, tune in, sleep... https://www.tonepoet-music.com https://www.facebook.com/tonepoetmusic [DOWNLOAD ARCANE DREAM] [DOWNLOAD AURAL ALCHEMY]

As a 'sleep DJ', I'm always searching for others in the same business. I have to say that I'm pretty blown away by the whole scene of creators and our common mission of easing the tension created by a turbulent world. We all in a sense pay respects to Dave at LOWLIGHT MIXES for essentially paving a lot of the way for us to do what we do (he wasn't the first, but he's been so dedicated and consistent throughout the years that he may as well be the first). Dave got me into all of this in the first place, and through tons of badgering and questions, he got me up and running. So I'm constantly on the lookout for others that do what we do, and use Mixcloud to discover and communicate. OMUL NOU is one of the discoveries I've luckily made through Mixcloud. At times, I listen to whatever mix comes up, and hopefully it will catch my attention. Or it can be that the pure tranquility of the mix will draw me deeply into its world. With Omul Nou, the latter is the case. I have to admit, I've had some really good sleep listening to Omul's mix. At the computer. In a chair. Upright. In the middle of the day with the sun on me. More than once. And yes, drooling (bonus!). FYI, drooling to a 'sleep DJ' is like sweat to an athlete. Just wanted to clear that up. I've chose to host the mix Silent Voice. While it's a mere 2 songs, this one to me is pure meditative therapy, and it's my favorite. Also, I can say that it's so very difficult to mentally make it to the end of this without a sweet disconnect. If you can make it all the way through and don't get taken in, something is wrong. After a good dose of Omul's creation, I feel sedated with clear mind, and its ability to be work in both the background and foreground against a backdrop of commotion eases my mind This presentation is much like Brian Eno's Music for Airports or Discreet Music, and it always nice to discover a gem like this. I hope that you, the listener, finds the same peace and tranquil mental state that I've found. Enjoy the mix, and feel free to use for you nightly excursions beyond the dark curtain of slumber. Check out Omul Nou's MIXCLOUD page for more meditative vibe. Peace. Turn on, tune in, sleep... https://www.tonepoet-music.com https://facebook.com/tonepoetmusic TRACK LIST "The Alchemy Of Happiness" by Al Gromer Klan and Klause Wiese from The Alchemy Of Happiness (Rasa Music), Released June 14, 2006 "Silent Voice" by Al Gromer Klan from Kamasutra Experience (New Earth Records), Released January 1, 1999

It's time to get back within your mental spaceship for another cosmic endeavor. I've been digesting a good share of space music, and have been fine tuning the craft for a peaceful journey to the deep, quiet spaces within your mind. I trust that you've gotten your pre-flight briefing and that there are no questions. Feel free to use electronic devices during any part of flight (mental snapshots are encouraged). There will be an in-flight meal of relaxing cosmic energy, as well as morsels of mind nourishment. You are advised to check your negative energy and bad vibe baggage in at check-in. These burdens will be stowed under the craft and will more than likely dropped from the sky like a hot potato at some point during the trip. Do not let this sadden you. If at any time during the flight you feel mental weightlessness, feel free to engage this phenomenon with subdued vigor. Letting go of yourself will bring you great peace and it has to be noted that it is the journey and the destination that provides you with renewal. It must also be noted that the destination for each traveling soul will be different from the next. Searching peace and elation is our next stop. Make sure that your sleep belts are fastened, you have been properly hydrated, and enjoy your flight. In the near future, I will be fortunate to have some more guest mixes that I'm very excited about from Mixcloud artists that have woven pure magic. I'm also in the process of creating some more original music (that will be half composed/half improvised), and also have some collaborations. Sorry about the sparseness of the posting, I've been spending my time fishing, biking, flying kites, swimming, playing baseball and soccer (or football to the rest of the world) and most importantly throwing the frisbee. With the young 'uns, of course. Good times. Turn on, tune in, sleep... https://www.tonepoet-music.com https://facebook.com/tonepoetmusic TRACK LISTING "Four Second Timing Discrepancy" by Arecibo from Trans Plutonian Transmissions (Soleilmoon Recordings), Released August 24, 2009 (Start Time: 00:00) "Transmission/Outro" by Sabled Sun from 2145 (Cryo Chamber), Released May 8, 2012 (Start Time: 10:27) "Transmit 2" by infinite_coil from Transmit (Rusted Sun Netlabel), Released March 3, 2013 (Start Time: 15:40) "06 5 04" by Global Communication from 76:14 (Dedicated/BMG Records/Arista/Legacy/SME) Released June 1994 (Start Time: 19:59) "A Thousand Miles Of Moonlight Later (Excerpt)" by Rildrim from Synthetic Dream (Magnatune), Released May 23, 2013 (Start Time: 20:06) "Orion Transfer 6" by Peter Namlook & Tetsu Inoue from Shades Of Orion 2 (Ambient World), Released March 5, 1995 (Start Time: 25:13) "The Moon Bog" by Netless from From Beyond (Earth Mantra Netlabel), Released February 27, 2010 (Start Time: 30:05) "Satellite Dispatch" by Spacecraft from Spacecraft (Lektronic Soundscapes), Released July 22, 2008 (Start Time: 34:05) "Stratos" by Jonn Serrie from And The Stars Go With You (New World Music), Released January 1, 2002 (Start Time: 37:31) "Clouds Cover The Stars" by Hammock from Raising Your Voice…Trying To Stop An Echo (Hammock Music), Released November 21, 2006 (Start Time: 47:30) "Freefall" by Robin Guthrie from Imperial (soleil après minuit), Released January 1, 2006 (Start Time: 48:37) "I Can Almost See You" by Hammock from Raising Your Voice…Trying To Stop An Echo (Hammock Music), Released November 21, 2006 (Start Time: 54:03)

The greatest joy that I get from going to Mixcloud is discovering new music. New music means new artists to discover. HGTR'S ODES TO THE SEA mix is the first thing (and usually the only) that I spin for my every other day bike rides around the BWI airport loop (12.5 miles or 20 kilometers); it has made an impact upon me for sure because of the newness of it and its diversity. Being a musician, I absolutely thrive on discovering new sounds, progressions, and styles, and it's a really big deal to me to discover a completely new direction of music and mixing. That brings us to MELMOTH_THE_WANDERER. Through the absolute graciousness of Melmoth, I've been sent some mixes to review and choose from. Reviewing is scaring me a bit, choosing is very difficult as they are all quite amazing (headphones required for subtle fright). I'm pretty jealous of the vibe that Melmoth creates, and it's as if Halloween is every day (only with more nightmares and less Pokemon masks). If you showed up to Freddie Krueger's house for a treat, Melmoth's music would be spinning. Like HGTR, Melmoth has caused me to delve past the music to try and find the information behind the music, search the artists, and figure out why and how they created what they did. All while wearing goosebumps. A mix like THE HAUNTING OF THE WITCHES CAGE had me reading up on some fairly frightening narrative, and every mix from Melmoth is a history lesson. I would have to say that Melmoth's music is not for the casual listener, and that's a very good thing. Every mix demands your attention and your mental focus as it urges you to wrestle with your uprising innermost fear. We are provided with an insight to his madness via Soundcloud: "Born at an exceedingly young age I have been locked into the sounds of the night, the light and the half light every since.....these are the private memoirs and confessions of a justified sinner - a devout and religious miscreant.....not all that wander are lost. I am just one of a collective of like-minded individuals who have been collecting, conservating, and curating the back catalogue of forgotten Hauntology trailblazers." I can only post 1 mix of Melmoth's here on Podbean, so I'm picking my favorite one. I'm adding links to 2 other mixes from Melmoth below. I would advise that you not sleep with this on, or listen before bedtime. Rather, play this during the day, when you are wide awake and maybe over the top happy or something. Take in the fearful groove of these mixes. An absolute must is a visit to MELMOTH_THE_WANDERER'S MIXCLOUD PAGE to hear more incredibly and carefully mixed creations. You can also read up a bit more on Melmoth at THE FIELD BAZAAR WIKIMEDIA, and hear even more at THE FIELD BAZAAR SOUNDCLOUD. This is music that chooses to invoke a reaction. These mixes get better every time I hear them, and like anything meaningful create a good story along the way. Melmoth will get a reaction, rest assured. Enjoy the fear, my friends. Turn on, tune in, have nightmares, stay awake for awhile, then sleep (with the lights on)... https://www.tonepoet-music.com https://www.facebook.com/tonepoetmusic [DOWNLOAD HAUNTING THE SONAMBULIST] [DOWNLOAD THE INSOMNIAC'S ALMANAC]

Guten Tag (oder Morgen, Abend.........wasimmer), wie geht's? Mir geht's gut, danke. Just trying to keep up with old skills, sorry. Like the very first mix that I did (MELANCHOLY), this outing is a representation of a nostalgic period in my life. Perhaps it's the vibe, or a certain sound within the songs that I pick up on. Having must moved (a big event in my life, and I mark those events by what I listen to), I find a comfort in the songs presented here, and I have been bouncing these songs off of my mind for a little bit now. I just recently discovered Petal, and this song more than others is a composition direction that I'd like to explore. I'm going to pick his song apart and find out what makes it magical to me. World Without End is the perfect song to open this mix up with. It creates the right atmosphere for me to get my head right. I'm actually quite (justifiably) jealous of Petal's composition skills and tones, and in particular on this piece. Be sure to pay him a visit at either his blog (PETAL) or his artist page at Earth Mantra (EARTH MANTRA - PEDAL). He also gave me a killer review on my release with Harmony & Decay (thanks, man!!). Also a relatively new discovery is Phillip Wilkerson, and I'm a big fan! The first time that I heard Stillpoint, it sounded (to me) much like the transition from Pink Floyd's Money into Us And Them (from Dark Side Of The Moon). I will never forget the morning my sister bought that album and played it (all day) while 'babysitting'. Stillpoint put me in that same place as soon as I heard it (I'm waiting to hear the opening of Floyd's 'Us And Them'). I will definitely be using more of Phillip's music in upcoming podcasts. A quite amazing track that means a whole lot to me is Brian Eno's Discreet Music. I used to play (very loud) guitar with a country band in Alaska for 4 or 5 hours a night every weekend (I'm really not making that up!) and would have my ears completely blasted out. When I got in the car (which I had to warm up for 30-45 minutes when it was -40 or so), this was the song that I would let ease me back into my subdued realm. There were a few other songs that I would use for that, but this one really sticks to my mind. That coming down session in the car meant that it was a downhill battle to drive home and turn off the mind (with a pocket full of money!), and I cherish those moments. Like I said - nostalgia. I also slipped in 2 songs from the Donnie Darko soundtrack. It's one of my favorite movies, and the moods created by the music enhance the film. I actually am working on music-from-films mix, and should have it ready in a few weeks (the tough thing is, most songs are about 2 or 3 minutes, so that's A LOT of songs!). Most everything else is stuff that I listen to at night time (everything from the John Foxx/Harold Budd collaboration, Paul Avgerinos, Stars Of The Lid) or make mixes for the car (Boards Of Canada) and hear them over and over and over and............. I can remember the first time that I heard each tune and the impact that they had. This mix means a lot to me and will be one of the ones that I constantly play for myself. I hope that the music brings you peace, and tranquility, and comfort. Share it with anyone who needs to wind down and let go for a bit. Support the artists! Turn on, tune in, sleep... https://www.tonepoet-music.com https://facebook.com/tonepoetmusic TRACK LISTING "World Without End" by Petal from Up From Here (Earth Mantra Netlabel), Released 2011 (Start Time: 00:00) "D|P 3" by William Basinski from The Disintegration Loops II (2062), Released 2003 (Start Time: 08:26) "A Delicate Romance" by John Foxx & Harold Budd from Translucence/Drift Music (Demon), Released August 25, 2003 (Start Time: 14:59) "Stillpoint" by Phillip Wilkerson from Stillpoint (Earth Mantra Netlabel), Released August 26, 2008 (Start Time: 21:50) "That Finger On Your Temple Is The Barrel Of My Raygun" by Stars Of The Lid from Refinement Of The Decline (Kranky), Released April 3, 2007 (Start Time: 28:42) "Discreet Music (Excerpt)" by Brian Eno from Discreet Music (Astralweks), Released October 5, 2004 (Start Time: 33:14) "Bliss Is" by Paul Avgerinos from Bliss (Round Sky Music), Released September 20, 2011 (Start Time: 39:15) "The Artifact And Living" by Michael Andrews from Donnie Darko – Original Soundtrack And Score (Sanctuary UK), Released October 11, 2004 (Start Time: 44:55) "Philosophy Of Time Travel" by Michael Andrews from Donnie Darko – Original Soundtrack And Score (Sanctuary UK), Released October 11, 2004 (Start Time: 47:16) "Calmed By The Sounds Of Life (Samskeyti) [AKA Track 3]" by Sigur Rós from Sigur Rós (MCA), Released October 29, 2005 (Start Time: 49:05) "Tears From The Compound Eye" by Boards Of Canada from The Campfire Headphase (Warp Records), Released October 17, 2003 (Start Time: 54:52)

If you're needing something to help you get to sleep, I have managed to brew up something very tasty. It's all natural, allergen and gluten-free. It will reduce your stress, balance your Chakra, help you search your Chi, and........you know what? I have no idea what I'm talking about. I've consulted the best sleep masters to bring you peace in drifting among the stars, and create a warm sense of foreboding slumber. Don't be afraid to sleep, but rather let the music ease you into your state of letting go. This mix will guide you to and through the cosmos, and I've put it through rigorous (but stress free) tests and have reached the conclusion that it's safe with medications. The calibration on this mix was optimized for your journey to the stars. The rain in the beginning and end are the warm blanket meant to provide your intro and outro to maximum chill, use it wisely. Enjoy this mix, it is my gift to you. Support the artists (always!). Turn on, tune in, sleep... https://www.tonepoet-music.com https://facebook.com/tonepoetmusic TRACK LISTING "Rain" by Unknown from Unknown (Unknown), Released Unknown (Start Time: 00:00) "Articulate Silences Part 1" by Stars Of The Lid from And Their Refinement Of The Decline (Kranky), Released April 3, 2007 (Start Time: 02:13) "Hidden Wastelands" by Between Interval from Autumn Continent (Spotted Peccary), Released August 8, 2006 (Start Time: 07:26) "Entropy On The Pier" by Cousin Silas from Geographics (Earth Monkey Productions), Released Unknown (Start Time: 13:32) "Night Sky Illumination" by Mike Van Portfleet from Beyond The Horizon Line (Silber Records), Released September 14, 2004 (Start Time: 16:19) "Prismatic" by Igneous Flame from Oxana (Chillfactor10 Records), Released January 1, 2004 (Start Time: 20:32) "Chapter 5" by Ex-Confusion from Small Reality (Rural Colours Netlabel), Released June 15, 2011 (Start Time: 23:55) "Stepping Sideways" by John Foxx and Harold Budd from Translucence/Drift Music (Edsel Records UK), Released September 1, 2003 (Start Time: 27:11) "Phi" by Silvercord from Cronosleeps (Earth Mantra Netlabel), Released December 19, 2010 (Start Time: 30:34) "Beyond The Wall Of Sleep" by Netless from From Beyond (Earth Mantra Netlabel), Released February 27, 2010 (Start Time: 40:48) "Orion Transfer 7" by Peter Namlook and Tetsu Inoue from Shades Of Orion 2 (Ambient World), Released August 5, 2003 (Start Time: 46:24) "Forest" by Articology from Eternal Now (Earth Mantra Netlabel), Released July 19, 2009 (Start Time: 51:12) "Long Rain" by Unknown from Unknown (Unknown), Released Unknown (Start Time: 56:47)

I really just want to put this mix out here, even though it's not mine. I'm very much in love with the moods that are created in this, and want it to be shared. HGTR did an amazing job of putting this together, both musically and conceptually. I have to say, of all the mixes that I listen to (I download them and listen to them in the car, at night I put them on my iPod and play them, and just sitting at the computer to do anything at all), this one is to me one of the best ones made. The beauty found in some of these songs is unparalleled in my opinion. Have to admit, I'm a bit jealous that I didn't make it myself. But having heard it, I'm glad that it exists. It's not all ambient (most of it's not), but very multi-purpose in that it covers such a range of atmospheres and colors. Oddly, today's my birthday (happy birthday, me!), and the first thing that I did was make some coffee (mocha swirl with coconut cream, my fave), eat some oatmeal, and listen to this! If I am able, I'll host the mix for a download. I'm really hoping that HGTR will do some more like this in the future (nudge, nudge). Thanks, HGTR, for this moving piece. Enjoy! [EDIT: I have received an MP3 of the mix and I'm posting it as well as commentary and a tracklisting from HGTR] "And I'm very glad to hear that you think this 'was like a story unfolding, that's exactly what I aimed at and my approach when making these things. Most of the time I don't know what sort of stories is being told - but to me it's more about a sense of a narrative, rather than an actual narrative. Though for 2 of my previous mixes I took the inspiration from books I love and tried to recreate the atmosphere of them through music. 'After Dark', for instance, was directly inspired by the Murakami book of the same name; and I didn't make the connection at the time, but after the mix was finished it suddenly occurred to me how similar it was to the atmosphere of the Twin Peaks series - a very lovely coincidence! I don't know if it's a good thing but 2 years later it still remains the mix I'm most satisfied with. And yes a distinct atmosphere (even though the elements used to create it might be totally different) is another very important aim of mine and also what I'm looking for whenever I listen to something on Mixcloud - so I totally understand when you mentioned 'sleep DJ' and I think you've been doing an excellent job!" Turn on, tune in, sleep... https://www.tonepoet-music.com https://www.facebook.com/tonepoetmusic TRACK LISTING 00:00 - Múm - Abandoned Ship Bells 03:15 - Devics - Lost at Sea 05:05 - The White Birch - Atlantis 09:07 - Fovea Hex - Every Evening 13:01 - Lanterns on the Lake - Ships in the Rain 14:50 - Yann Tiersen - The Gutter 18:17 - King Creosote & Jon Hopkins - John Taylor's Month Away 24:12 - Jónsi & Alex - Daniell in the Sea 30:19 - Colleen - The Happy Sea 32:44 - Hua-lampong Riddim & Smallroom - Dangerous Tranquillity 38:12 - Phaedra - The Sea 45:21 - Talvihorros - ..and then They Walked into the Sea 49:35 - Patti Smith & Kevin Shields - The Coral Sea (Performance I - Part VI) 57:16 - Lanterns on the Lake - Not Going back to the Harbour

When my son was born, I was pretty clueless as to how to even manage taking care of a child. I mean, I had some books, watched some videos, asked a lot of questions, but when the thing cried............ugh. My wife and I took some advice from a friend of mine who had used the services of a woman that was well known in a circle of families with young babies who did all of the visits for free (Alaskan benefit since she was a registered nurse). She came over and did cognitive tests, seeing our son's abilities in reacting to certain stimulus, and finding out what to look for as far as mental development (is he following my voice, does he grab things, and so on). Well, one of the most important things to a new born is rhythm. Since they have been conceived in the womb, they are so very familiar with the heartbeat. That rhythmic pulse is essential to their comfort. I was told that playing rhythmic music for the baby would soothe him. I opted for Prince. My son loved his evening car rides amid the snowy banks in Alaska. Therefore, I'm serving up a very nice bit of ambient pulse. This mix would be perfect as background music for your activities, driving, or any other activity that you see fit. I had a very large amount of music to choose from, and I believe that I've put together a perfect amalgamation. Please enjoy this mix, it is probably one of my favorite ones (how can you love one child more than the other, hmmmmmmm........?). Support the artists, and find peace within the music. Turn on, tune in, sleep... https://www.tonepoet-music.com https://facebook.com/tonepoetmusic TRACK LISTING "The Closed Eye View" by Stevie B-Zet from Archaic Modulation (Recycle Or Die), Released 1993 (Start Time: 00:00) "Untitled 3" by Ulf Lohmann from Because Before (Kompakt), Released October 25, 2001 (Start Time: 08:35) "Segue" by Shimmer from Escala 2.3.3 Snow (Escala Netlabel), Released April 20, 2012 (Start Time: 12:16) "Saffron Slumber" by Sands from Escala 2.3.2 Water (Escala Netlabel), Released April 20, 2012 (Start Time: 19:43) "Epick" by EL Heath from Reflecting (Ambient And Loop Tracks, Autumn 2006) (Phantom Channel Netlabel), Released 2006 (Start Time: 24:52) "Liber" by Rhian Sheehan from Sequence2 (Future Sequence), Released November 10, 2011 (Start Time: 28:31) "Melting Snow, Wind Through Trees" by Darren Harper from Sequence2 (Future Sequence), Released November 10, 2011 (Start Time: 32:09) "Rainmaker" by Altus from The Hundredth Mantra (Earth Mantra), Released 2009 (Start Time: 35:30) "Silent Currents 1, Pt. 5" by Erik Wollo from Silent Currents: Live At Star’s End (Projekt Records), Released September 13, 2011 (Start Time: 42:09) "Be True" by Dave Preston from Be (CDBY), Released July 20, 2010 (Start Time: 47:04) "The Tides Of Time" by Between Interval from Autumn Continent (Spotted Peccary), Released August 8, 2006 (Start Time: 50:59) "Antennaria" by Biosphere from Substrata (Touch), Released June 25, 2006 (Start Time: 55:17) "Asylum Tree" by Loop Guru from The Fountains Of Pardise (North South), Released June 15, 1999 (Start Time: 60:06)

It seems that 90% of the time that I'm making a mix, it's pretty much when most people are probably sleeping. During this mix, I have to admit, I put my head on the desk a few times. I was initially making a meditation type mix, but looking out my window (during my wake/sleep struggle) at the subtle glow of distant lights prompted me otherwise. This mix is for that, and I'll use it to do my ritual of refusing to knock out just yet so that I can daydream just a little bit more. Hopefully, it will serve you for that purpose as well. Find peace with this mix, and let it bring you down to a sedated state of pre-sleep chill. Support the artists. Turn on, tune in, sleep... https://www.tonepoet-music.com https://facebook.com/tonepoetmusic TRACK LISTING "Apparition" by Jon Hopkins from Opalescent (Just Music), Released May 20, 2010 (Start Time 0:00) "Collective Dream" by David Arkenstone from Ambient World (Domo Records), Released February 8, 2011 (Start Time: 01:59) "Chenrezig (Excerpt)" by Stargarden from Ambient Excursions (Magnatune), Released May 20, 2004 (Start Time: 10:07) "Regressions" by Andrew Lahiff from Catching Light (Unknown), Released 2011 (Start Time: 17:08) "Meditation #1 (Excerpt)" by Brian Eno from Bliss (Editions Eg Records), Released September 23, 1992 (Start Time: 23:23) "Inertia" by Carbon Based Lifeforms from Twentythree (Ultimae Records), Released August 8, 2011 (Start Time: 25:50) "Eclipse" by Rudy Adrian from Twilight – Atmospheric Works, Vol. 2 (The Orchard), Released January 16, 2001 (Start Time: 32:54) "Extended Stillness" by Robert Carty from Serotonin Ashram (Deep Sky Music), Released 2000(Start Time: 37:11) "Beginning Again (Excerpt)" by Palancar from Diminishing Light (Earth Mantra Netlabel), Released August 2, 2011 (Start Time: 45:08) "Subterranean River" by Rudy Adrian from Desert Realms (lotuspike), Released October 14, 2008 (Start Time: 47:51) "Canopy" by Kit Watkins from Sunstruck (East Side Digital), Released September 18, 1993 (Start Time: 53:57) "Campfire" by Jon Hopkins from Monsters (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) (Double Six Records), Released November 29, 2010 (Start Time: 57:21)

It's been a while since I was able to post. I bought a new house and made a move over the past month. It was a very mentally and physically taxing process which is actually not over yet (but very, very close). I didn't have internet for a month, which made things difficult (sadly). But now I'm back up, and stoked about that. This mix was made just before I started packing up my belongings to be moved (I did move all my belongings myself, cleaned and painted, over 10,000 pounds worth of crap). So the mix has been able to simmer a bit, and I've listened to it with great pleasure. I'm extremely excited to have discovered a few new gems (Cosmic Hoffmann, Divinity, and Johan Agebjorn) as well as had the opportunity to work with some reliable others (Adam Fielding, Between Interval, Global Communication). Time travel has always been a fascination of mine, and last month my son asked me why I couldn't time travel. Or fly. Or become invisible. From movies like Back To The Future, (H.G. Wells') Time Machine, and Donnie Darko (of which initially inspired the theme of this mix), it remains an interesting, but elusive desire. But if it ever is possible, I hope that the traveler finds this mix a perfect sonic accompaniment. Feel free to use this for your own time travel, be it physically, mentally, spiritually, emotionally, or otherwise. Turn on, tune in, sleep... https://www.tonepoet-music.com https://facebook.com/tonepoetmusic TRACK LISTING “04 9 39” by Global Communication from 76:14 (Dedicated/BMG Records/Arista/Legacy/SME) Released June 1994 (Start Time: 00:00) “Aeon” by Adam Fielding from Distant Activity (Magnatune), Released September 2008 (Start Time: 09:30) “Forever And Ever” by Project Divinity from Divinity (Netlabel), Released August 21, 2006 (Start Time: 12:55) “A New Day Arrives” by Johan Agebjorn from Mossebo (Spotted Peccary), Released September 9, 2008 (Start Time: 17:00) “Wanderers Of Time (Excerpt)” by Cosmic Hoffmann from Beyond The Galaxy (Heart And Mind), Released 1999 (Start Time: 21:33) “To My Future Past” by Ian Ion from Gringo Locomotion (Chill Tribe Records), Released December 10, 2007 (Start Time: 32:47) “Portals In Time” by Between Interval from Edge Of A Fairytale (Spotted Peccary), Released April 14, 2009 (Start Time: 40:08) “Later Phase” by Steve Roach from Midnight Moon (Projekt), Released April 6, 2000 (Start Time: 44:03) “Opening To Beyond” by Numina from Evolving Visions (Gestalt Digital), Released March 11, 2009 (Start Time: 47:47) “Between Realities” by Dreamstate from Between Realities (e-SPACE Recordings), Released October 24, 1998 (Start Time: 53:05) “Time Travel” by Michael Andrews from Donnie Darko Soundtrack (Everlong), Released April 2, 2002 (Start Time: 57:32)

If you're anything like me, you wake up well before you have to in order to have a very peaceful morning before work (I wake up at 6, and don't have to be to work until 9, even though it's a 10 minute commute). I reserve that time to get some coffee ready, read some news, and listen to some things that will ease me into the day. That said, I pretty much hate waking up to an alarm. I have an alarm on my iPhone that fades in, and before it does, it plays an ambient playlist through the night. I also have an app on the phone that allows me to play a mix of 4 different sounds (I choose heavy rain, frogs croaking, crickets, and thunder) and set them at different volumes and pitches. That in conjunction with a noise machine that produces EVEN MORE rain, and I'm set for a really peaceful evening. Who would want to wake up with all that going on? Right. This mix eases the pain and tension of having to get up in the morning and go through the daily grind. It is also well balanced for a restful night, so feel free to use it as prescribed by your intuition. This mix along with your morning coffee should work out any issues or kinks that you mind incurred during the night. Support the artists. Turn on, tune in, sleep (or awake, softly, of course)... https://www.tonepoet-music.com https://facebook.com/tonepoetmusic TRACK LISTING “From A Solid To A Liquid” by Biosphere from Dropsonde (Touch), Released February 21, 2006 (Start Time: 00:00) “After Rainfall” by Ora from After Rainfall (Fungal), Released 2003 (Start Time: 04:58) “Breakwater At Dawn” by Cousin Silas from Geographics (Earth Monkey Productions Netlabel), Released Unknown (Start Time: 09:54) “Geiss” by Igneous Flame from Oxana (Chillfactor10 Records), Released January 1, 2004 (Start Time: 11:21) “Even If You’re Never Awake” by Stars Of The Lid from And Their Refinement Of The Decline (Kranky), Released April 3, 2007 (Start Time: 15:21) “Between The Hours” by Rapoon from Tin Of Drum (Staalplaat), Released November 24, 1998 (Start Time: 24:26) “A Dream Of A Spider” by Andrew Thomas from Pop Ambient (Kompakt Germany), Released February 17, 2009 (Start Time: 32:06) “Flashing Emergency Lights” by Dave Preston from Soundtrack For Motion (CDBY), Released July 20, 2010 (Start Time: 36:12) “Meditation 2” by Ishwish from Meditations (Magnatune), Released July 3, 2010 (Start Time: 40:17) “The Clear Light” by Paul Avgerinos from Bliss (Round Sky Music), Released September 20, 2011 (Start Time: 45:04) “Midnight Submersion” by Cluster Balm from 1.0 (Blue Water Records), Released August, 2004 (Start Time: 51:42) “Ascent” by Arcticology from Haven (Earth Mantra Netlabel), Released 2009 (Start Time: 55:29)

The selections in this mix are for the thinkers. There are pulses within to keep you mind sustaining powerful thoughts, and to fuel creative juices. I've picked from some of my favorite 'electronica' based musicians, and still kept it extremely chill. Don't be startled at the new harmonic progressions that are presented, but rather enjoy them as a sweet aural embrace. In this mix you will find new understanding, melodic convergence, awareness of self, and an overall stimulating of the other senses. Use wisely, and as always, support the artists. Turn on, tune in, become enlightened, then sleep... https://www.tonepoet-music.com https://facebook.com/tonepoetmusic TRACK LISTING “Sherbet Head” by Boards Of Canada from Campfire Headphase (Warp Records), Released October 18, 2005 (Start Time: 00:00) “Remembrance (Fires Remix)” by Bombay Dub Orchestra from Bombay Dub Orchestra (Six Degrees), Released February 28, 2006 (Start Time: 02:25) “Dawn” by The Cinematic Orchestra from Man With A Movie Camera (Ninetune Records / Redeye), Released June 30, 2009 (Start Time: 07:44) “Transmission/Intermission” by Carbon Based Lifeforms from World Of Sleepers (Ultimae Records), Released November 27, 2006 (Start Time: 11:30) “Prelude” by Soel from Memento (Warner Brothers), Released March 1, 2006 (Start Time: 16:16) “Horizon (Excerpt)” by Tangerine Dream from Extracts From Poland (Jive Electro), Released 1984 (Start Time: 18:03) “Takk” by Sigur Ros from Takk (Dig) (Geffen Records), Released September 13, 2005 (Start Time: 21:29) “Open The Light” by Boards Of Canada from Music Has The Right To Children (Warp Records), Released April 20, 1998 (Start Time: 23:14) “Instant Space Orchestra” by Braindouche from Hyphen (Magnatune), Released July 17, 2010 (Start Time: 27:28) “Farscape” by Ion from Future Forever (Magnatune), Released March 31, 2008 (Start Time: 34:40) “EeR NR1” by Peter Alargic from Ambitronika (Magnatune), Released November 20, 2010 (Start Time: 37:38) “Pulse Section I” by Steve Reich from Music For 18 Musicians (Ecm Records), Released April 18, 2000 (Start Time: 40:07) “#12” by Aphex Twin from Selected Ambient Works, Volume II (Sire Records Company), Released March 8, 1994 (Start Time: 45:28) “American Beauty” by Thomas Newman from American Beauty (Score) (Dreamworks), Released January 11, 2000 (Start Time: 52:22) “What Have You Done” by Adam Fielding from Lightfields (Distinctive Records), Released December 12, 2010 (Start Time: 55:22)

I have created a special mix for the night travelers, whether it be among the stars, during a journey, or within your four walls. If you are traveling by plane, the hum of the engines should be calibrated for the music already. The audio has been carefully mixed with the freshest sonic ingredients. Please use responsibly, and support the artists. Thanks for listening/downloading. turn on, tune in, sleep... https://www.tonepoet-music.com http://www.facebook.com/tonepoetmusic TRACK LISTING “In The Beginning” by Michael Stearns from Planetary Unfolding, (Sonic Atmosphere), Released July 1, 1991 (Start Time: 00:00) “The Atomium Part 1” by Stars Of The Lid from Avec Laudenum (Kranky), Released October 29, 2009 (Start Time: 07:45) “Mt. Fuji” by Stargarden from Ambient Excursions (Magnatune), May 20, 2004 (Start Time: 12:54) “Stillness” by Paul Avgerinos from Bliss (Round Sky Music), Released Sepetember 20, 2011 (Start Time: 24:22) “Hovr” by Anomalous Disturbances from Hovr (Disappearing Music), Released September 30, 2003 (Start Time: 34:06) “Prismatic” by Igneous Flame from Oxana (Chillfactor10 Records), Released January 1, 2004 (Start Time: 40:54) “Laika’s Last Orbit” by Dreamstate from A Decade Of Dreaming (e-SPACE Editions), Released August 7, 2009 (Start Time: 44:10) “Orion Transfer 5” by Peter Namlook and Tetsu Inoue from Shades Of Orion (Ambient World), Released August 5, 2003 (Start Time: 48:59) “Journey Of A Thousand Days” by Nunc Stans from Land (pingthings Netlabel), Released 2008 (Start Time: 53:52) ““Hiberner Toujours” by Stars Of The Lid from And Their Refinement Of The Decline (Kranky), Released April 3, 2007 (Start Time: 59:40)

I see quite a few people that add some mixes of mine to sleeping playlists (on Mixcloud). I'm very honored to present a mix just for them. I made this mix about a month ago (I'm on the road at the moment, for an entire month), and just wanted to wait a bit to post this. Its main purpose is to effectively guide you through the transition of letting go. I hope that this mix brings you peace, and a deep meditative state of relaxation. Use wisely, and don't operate heavy machinery under the influence of the music. Support the artists! Turn on, tune in, sleep... https://www.tonepoet-music.com https://www.facebook.com/tonepoetmusic TRACK LISTING “Noise, Heartbeat, and Ambience” by Canton from Unknown, (N/A), Released Unknown (Start Time: 00:00) “Mullholland” by Stars Of The Lid from The Tired Sounds Of, (Kranky), Released October 30, 2001, (Start Time: 01:21 “All, Nothing” by The Inventors Of Aircraft from Unknown Language, (Serein Netlabel), Released September 1, 2008 (Start Time: 08:10) “La Gouache des Temps” by Muhr from Poussière, (Serein Netlabel), Released September 24, 2007 (Start Time: 14:40) “Drift” by Brian Eno from Apollo, (Caroline Astralwerks), Released March 21, 2005 (Start Time: 18:13) “Expanding Area” by Between Interval from Autumn Continent, (Spotted Peccary), Released August 8, 2006 (Start Time: 21:07) “Poa Alpina” by Biosphere from Substrata, (Touch), Released June 25, 2006 (Start Time: 31:47) “Chapter 3” by Ex-Confusion from Small Reality, (Netlabel), Released June 15, 2011 (Start Time: 35:51) “The Last Leaf (Excerpt)” by Aloof Proof from Piano Text, (Infraction), Released November 12, 2007 (Start Time: 39:02) “A Word With The Vine” by Jon Jenkins from Flow, (Spotted Pecarry), Released October 6, 1998 (Start Time: 49:54) “The Clearing Fog” by Jeff Pearce from Soundscape Gallery Series Vol. 2, (Lektronic Soundscapes), Released May 5, 1998 (Start Time: 52:22) “The Other Room” by John Foxx and Harold Budd from Drift Music, (Edsel Records UK), Released September 1, 2003 (Start Time: 58:02)

Set your compass for due upward and buckle up for the celestial voyage to the stars. I present you with a whole lot of really good, diverse ambient music for your travels, studies, or zone-out time to accompany stargazing sessions. I've been listening to a lot of new stuff, and most of this is from my daily queue of tranquil soundscapes. Please use carefully, and don't operate heavy machinery while enjoying. Fall is coming here in Baltimore, and I'm going to miss the summer, it's been a good one. I've had an amazing summer with the kids playing baseball, riding bikes, swimming, throwing frisbees, flying kites, watching the stars at night, and most of all looming by the wooded area next to my house with my son to witness the fireflies perform a symphony of flickering light come nightfall. Pure bliss....... As always, support and appreciate the artists. Turn on, tune in, sleep... https://www.tonepoet-music.com https://www.facebook.com/tonepoetmusic TRACK LISTING “Transmission 1” by Arc from Radio Sputnik (DiN), Released June 1, 2000 (Start Time: 00:00) “Three Circles” by Max Corbacho from The Talisman (ad21music), Released April 1, 2006 (Start Time: 02:26) “Cosmo Mind Lonesome Ride (Excerpt)” by Wo0 from With The Flowered Mind (Netlabel), Released Unknown (Start Time: 07:09) “Calling Out My Goodnights” by The Inventors Of Aircraft from The West Country (Netlabel), Released October 28, 2001 (Start Time: 11:31) “Collapsed” by Antonymes from V/A Five Pieces (Netlabel), Released March 4, 2012 (Start Time: 15:42) “Spirit’s Breath” by Paul Avgerinos from Bliss (Round Sky Music), Released September 20, 2011 (Start Time: 21:40) “Aftermath #04” by Aes Dana from Aftermath (Archives Of Peace) (Ultimae Records), Released November 11, 2003 (Start Time: 29:11) “Mapping The Heavens” by Alpha Wave Movement from A Distant Signal (Harmonic Resonance Recordings), Released January 1, 2001 (Start Time: 35:18) “Bright” by D.R. from Unknown (Unknown), Released Unknown (Start Time: 41:05) “Passing Away” by Hammock from Raising Your Voice…Trying To Stop An Echo, (Darla), Released July 16, 2007 (Start Time: 49:30) “So Long” by Stellardrone from Seagull Overseas And Stellardrone, (Netlabel), Released February 14, 2011 (Start Time: 54:28)

Every so often, I'll make a mix CD of all sorts of ambient MP3's to listen to at bedtime. Things that I like, things that I want to check out, etc. The one that's been in rotation for about 3 months now has been blowing my (sleeping) mind. I finally popped it into the computer to browse its contents. It was Drift Music by Jon Jenkins and Harold Budd, The Stargazer's Journey by Jonn Serrie, a few Brian Eno tunes, and I Fell Asleep At My Desk Making This Mix by Dave at Low Light Mixes. The amount of chill vibe that I've been getting from this CD has inspired me to make this creation. Therefore, I had to look for the real sonic spacemen to help me gather up some really good ambient sounds. This mix is (once again) for the traveler among the stars. May it bring you tranquility and be the appropriate elevator music for your ascent to the cosmos. Don't forget to search out and support the artists. Turn on, tune in, sleep... https://www.tonepoet-music.com https://facebook.com/tonepoetmusic TRACK LISTING “Life In The Gravity Well” by Michael Stearns from Planetary Unfolding (Sonic Atmospheres), Released July 1, 1991 (Start Time: 00:00) “Enroute To Delta Pavonis” by Jonn Serrie from Thousand Star (New World Music), Released January 26, 2010 (Start Time: 06:40) “Breathing In The Deep” by Jon Jenkins from Flow (Spotted Pecarry), Released October 6, 1998 (Start Time: 18:43) “Orion Transfer 12” by Peter Namlook and Tetsu Inoue from Orion Transfer (Ambient World), Released August 5, 2003 (Start Time: 29:14) “In The Space” by Yui Onodera from escala 2.3.2 water (Netlabel), Released Unknown (Start Time: 34:06) “Pluto” by Neue from Futuresequence 4 (Netlabel), Released June 27, 2012 (Start Time: 37:05) “Sphere Of No-Form” by Biosphere from Substrata (Thirsty Ear), Released October 21, 1997 (Start Time: 40:55) “Satellite Dispatch” by Spacecraft from Spacecraft (Lektronic Soundscapes), Released July 22, 2008 (Start Time: 46:37) “Set Adrift” by Windy and Carl from Depths (Kranky), Released January 1, 1997 (Start Time: 50:25) “Flying And Floating” by Paul Avgerinos from Sky Of Grace (Round Sky Music), Released May 7, 2001 (Start Time: 56:36)

Everywhere we look in everyday life, we are surrounded by numbers: speed limits, item prices, time, counting sheep at night to sleep, and so on. This mix is a tribute to those everyday numbers that make our day a misery or a blessing. I put on 2 pieces that I almost thought that I would never use, since I consider them sacred epics (12:18 by Global Communication and 1/1 by Brian Eno). But this mix calls for it. I believe that my attachment to these two songs comes from a time when I was taking a course (back in 2005) and I had put a massive amount of MP3's on disc to listen to in my spare time (since I was apart from my family for 2 months, I had nothing BUT time). Among the first songs played from the disc (along with others from Global Communication, Brian Eno, and William Basinski) were these 2 tunes. I heard them over and over at the start of every session, and welcomed them as a 'ceremonial wind-down' to a busy day. I still get that same buzz from hearing them, and I hope that you do as well. I just realized after posting the media on Mixcloud, that there are 8 songs, and that number happens to be my lucky/favorite number. No lie. Well, wrapping up, I hope that this mix brings you peace, and more peace. Don't forget to support the artists! Turn on, tune in, sleep... https://www.tonepoet-music.com https://facebook.com/tonepoetmusic TRACK LISTING “12:18” by Global Communication from 76:14 (Dedicated/BMG Records/Arista/Legacy/SME) Released June 1994 (Start Time: 00:00) “Loop 6 (Part 7)” by Chris Meloche from Recurring Dreams Of The Urban Myth (Fax +49-69/450464), Released October 31, 1994 (Start Time: 12:00) “1/1 (Excerpt)” by Brian Eno from Ambient 1 – Music For Airports (Caroline Astralwerks), Released October 18, 2004 (Start Time: 24:57) “Dlp 1.1 (Excerpt)” by William Basinski from The Disintegration Loops 1 (2062), Released 2002 (Start Time: 32:22) “03/DTD/05:56” by Terre Thaemlitz from The Wiretapper 02 (Unknown), Released Unknown (Start Time: 39:59) “Belle E'Poque 3012” by Jonn Serrie from Thousand Star (New World Music), Released January 26, 2010 (Start Time: 45:33) “1863” by The Glimmer Room from A Diary Of Occurrences (A-Frame Media), Released January 12, 2010 (Start Time: 53:36) “6 Or 7” by Rapoon from Easterly 6 Or 7 (Soleilmoon/Staalplaat), Released November 18, 1997 (Start Time: 59:53)

This mix will help usher in the night for you. You can use it to relax, watch the sky go from light to dark, or sleep. As summer starts to draw to an end, we'll soon see less daylight. I'm a bit sad by this, as I've (thus far) had an amazing summer, seeing my kids growing up a bit and getting them out on bicycles every day. I'm hoping in the near future that I (and some friends of mine) will create some more original music that can be used for some things. I'd like to eventually find the time to put out a full length release to be given away with some nice artwork. Key phrase being 'find the time'. Not too much to say about this mix, and perhaps less is better. I will however, say that buying Treasure by David Helpling and Jon Jenkins (third tune in the mix is from that release) was a very good decision on my part, I'm really digging it. Thanks for listening, and support the artists. Turn on, tune in, sleep... https://www.tonepoet-music.com https://facebook.com/tonepoetmusic TRACK LISTING “Past The Noise” by Ben Lovett from The Signal Soundtrack (Lakeshore Records), Released February 19, 2009 (Start Time: 00:00) “A Smaller World” by Isol from Unkown (Unknown), Released Unknown (Start Time: 03:58) “Not A Soul, Not A Sound” by David Helpling and Jon Jenkins from Treasure (Spotted Pecarry), Released June 12, 2007 (Start Time: 08:22) “Craft (Dimensional Release)” by Michael Stearns from Encounter: A Journey In The Key Of Space (Hearts of Space), Released July 1, 1991 (Start Time: 18:35) “Glacial” by Les Landes from Spatial Correlation (Netlabel), Released 2008 (Start Time: 24:50) “The Evil That Never Arrived” by Stars Of The Lid from And Their Refinement Of The Decline (Kranky), Released April 3, 2007 (Start Time: 29:18) “Isolation” by Steve Roach and Vidna Obmana from Innerzone (Projekt Records), Released May 14, 2002 (Start Time: 34:10) “Envelopes” by Macabro from Envelopes (Magnatune), Released June 11, 2011 (Start Time: 39:35) “Corsair” by Boards Of Canada from Geogaddi (Warp Records), Released February 18, 2007 (Start Time: 41:45) “Gate” by Ken Ikeda from Merge (Touch), Released July 31, 2003 (Start Time: 44:13) “Pleroma” by Zero Ohms from The Glass Bead Game (Zop Opus), Released 1999 (Start Time: 48:20) “Chi Filter/Coming Down” by Masters Of Psychedelic Ambiance from Mu (Rather Interesting), Released April 1995 (Start Time: 52:47)

Hello, all. This mix is for the daydreaming cloud watcher. This summer made me that (again), since it was my son's first real summer (between kindergarten and first grade) and we spent the whole summer outdoors, riding bikes until dusk, throwing frisbees, flying kites, swimming, and so on. And doing a lot of daydreaming. You can use the music for anything that you'd like, as long as you're not operating heavy machinery. I got the chance to finally put in a few things that I've wanted to use for a while now. AND, I've been kind of digging finding some things online through Netlabels (you'll see that in the track listing for the label). Basically, ARCHIVE.ORG has a lot of really great stuff (like EL Heath in this mix), and people post many things for free, whole releases of numerous tracks with artwork. I've found some really amazing things there, so I think that it's worth checking that stuff out. I initially started out to do a semi-electronica set featuring a smattering of beat-laden chillout, but stuck with making everything (nearly) beatless (I did manage to cheat and put in a beat with the Bombay Dub Orchestra tune, I love them!). I did use some of the other artists that I wanted to use for a more beat oriented mix, like Carbon Based Lifeforms and The Cinematic Orchestra. Another time, perhaps. Anyhow, thanks for listening, downloading, sharing, and appreciating some amazing music. Please support the artists, they do it for the love! Turn on, tune in, sleep... https://www.tonepoet-music.com https://www.facebook.com/tonepoetmusic TRACK LISTING “Sigur 1 (Untitled)” by Sigur Rós from () (MCA), Released October 29, 2002 (Start Time: 00:00) “Fertile Soil of Peace” by Paul Avgerinos from Bliss (Round Sky Records), Released September 20, 2011 (Start Time: 06:24) “Mumtaz” by Bombay Dub Orchestra from Bombay Dub Orchestra (Six Degrees), Released February 28, 2006 (Start Time: 11:13) “Dawn” by The Cinematic Orchestra from Man With A Movie Camera (Nine Tune Records / Redeye), Released June 30, 2009 (Start Time: 15:14) “Transmission Intermission” by Carbon Based Lifeforms from World of Sleepers (Ultimae Records), Released November 27, 2006 (Start Time: 19:07) “The Things I Tell You” by Biosphere from Substrata (Thirsty Ear), Released October 21, 1997 (Start Time: 23:58) “Other Years” by Jesus in Japan from Traces (Jesus in Japan), Released November 29, 2008 (Start Time: 29:13) “09 4 14” by Global Communication from 76:14 (Arista), Released October 28 1997 (Start Time: 33:28) “Delta Capricorni” by Between Interval from The Edge of a Fairytale (Spotted Peccary), Released April 14, 2009 (Start Time: 37:28) “Tenochtitlan`s Numberless Bridges” by Andy Partridge and Harold Budd from Through the Hill (Ryko / Rhino), Released July 11, 2006 (Start Time: 43:59) “Study in Scarlet” by 310 from The Recessional (The Leaf Label), Released October 21, 2003 (Start Time: 47:38) “Dragons Chasing Their Tales” by EL Heath from Reflecting – Ambient and Loop Tracks Autumn 2006 (Netlabel), Released 2006 (Start Time: 49:59)

I'm doing something out of the ordinary this time. This mix I actually did quite a while ago, it was probably the 3rd or so one that I did (although I made a couple of revisions). The mix is a bit shorter than others that I've done, but I had to find things from the artists that didn't completely melt one's face (sorry Yngwie!). I had some other artists on this in the initial phases (like Mr. Malmsteen, and some Nuno Bettencourt), but didn't want it to be a lot of notes or seem a bit shred-licious. I still wanted to make it pretty chill. That was a challenge. I'm a professional guitarist by trade. I've traveled and performed in 49 states (no Hawaii yet), and over 20 countries, all in the name of playing guitar. It has gotten me everywhere that I am, and the journey is not over. So it was a matter of time for me to put something like this out. I love guitar, and guitarists, and obsess over new gear, and a lot of volume. I really love ambient music because it is something that I don't do, and it's very calming and minimal. I suppose that I'm a bit envious that the really great ambient artists create a very dramatic feeling with so little. I opened up with the amazing Jeff Beck. He was a huge influence to me getting into playing a more fusion approach with the Blow By Blow and Wired albums. I still wear them out and pick the notes apart. His Live At Ronnie Scott's DVD is a mind blower! If you've seen the movie Superbad or The 40 Year Old Virgin, you've heard the music of Lyle Workman. He also played for many years with Beck (not Jeff). He also toured a bit with Sting. The guy has heavy credits as a studio musician. The Dream Theater tune The Count Of Tuscany was the one that initially made me think that it would be neat to do a mix of stuff from sources that aren't ambient at all. My wife and I love them, and we actually saw them play live a few years ago (I think my wife was the only woman at the show! Ha!). Putting in Xanadu from Rush is also a no-brainer. I love the prog (going to see Symphony X in Baltimore in September, google them, they are pretty heavy!). Carl Verheyen is another really heavy player with an amazing amount of studio credit and chops. I actually had a lesson with him while on tour through California in 2008. He blew my mind, no doubt. I'm still working on what he showed me. David Gilmour (of Pink Floyd) invented ambient stoner rock, and absolutely deserved a few spots in this mix. There's just something about British guitarists, and Jimmy Page is one of the best. Honestly, I only set out to learn Stairway To Heaven, and nothing more. But that planted the seed that set my life in motion for what I do now (by mistake?). Every next song I heard from Led Zeppelin was the best thing I heard in my life, and Jimmy's guitar army still amazes me. Well, I enjoyed making this mix (of course). I probably won't do another like this, I don't think. Enjoy! Turn on, tune in, rock out, THEN sleep... https://www.tonepoet-music.com https://facebook.com/tonepoetmusic TRACK LISTING “Where Were You” by Jeff Beck from Jeff Beck’s Guitar Shop With Terry Bozzio And Tony Hymas (Sony BMG Music Entertainment), Released October 3, 1989 (Start Time: 00:00) “Ithaca” by Lyle Workman from Tabula Rasa (Infrared), Released October 9, 2006 (Start Time: 03:12) “Braun-Yr-Aur” by Led Zeppelin from Physical Graffiti (Atlantic Records), Released February 24, 1975 (Start Time: 05:54) “Ah Via Musicom” by Eric Johnson from Ah Via Musicom (Capitol), Released March 20, 1990 (Start Time: 07:43) “Xanadu (Excerpt)” by Rush from Exit…Stage Left (Anthem/Mercury), Released October 29, 1981 (Start Time: 09:38) “Sometimes It Snows In April” by Prince from Under The Cherry Moon (Warner Brothers), Released January 1, 1986 (Start Time: 11:52) “Partington Cove Suite” by Carl Verheyen from Solo Guitar Improvisations (Chase Music), Released May 22, 2001 (Start Time: 13:05) “1983…(A Mermaid I Should Turn To Be)” by The Jimi Hendrix Experience from Electric Ladyland (Reprise), Released October 25, 1968 (Start Time: 16:07) “Because It’s There” by Michael Hedges from Ariel Boundaries (Sbme Special Mkts.), Released July 2, 1984 (Start Time: 18:19) “The Count Of Tuscany” by Dream Theater from Black Clouds And Silver Linings (Roadrunner Records), Released June 23, 2009 (Start Time: 21:14) “Opening Above” by Carl Verheyen from Slingshot (CMG / Mighty Tiger Records), Released April 28, 1998 (Start Time: 24:37) “Shine On You Crazy Diamond Parts 1 & 2” by Pink Floyd from Wish You Were Here (Harvest / Columbia / CBS), Released September 12, 1975 (Start Time: 25:48) “Peace Island” by Jeff Beck & Jed Lieber from Frankie’s House (Epic Soundtrax), Released January 12, 1993 (Start Time: 30:14) “Cathedral” by Van Halen from Diver Down (Warner Brothers), Released April 14, 1982 (Start Time: 32:39) “Is There Anybody Out There” by Pink Floyd from The Wall (Harvest Records / EMI Records / Columbia Records), Released November 30, 1979 (Start Time: 33:55) “Venus Isle” by

The working title to this post was 'Your Other Mother'. I ended up calling it what it is now for no particular reason. I came up with the concept for this mix while down in Florida, at the beach every other day, flying kites, doing a lot of running in the morning, and seeing great sunsets. Actually, the seed for any and all of this sensation came from my son 'graduating' from kindergarten in June. It brought back all of the amazing things that I remember about being a little kid in the summer time. It helps that I grew up in a beach town, and my only concern was getting a new frisbee or a cool skimboard, watching airplanes flying overhead spelling out 'Pepsi', cloud watching, riding bike like it was a religion, and every other fun thing that makes being a little kid the best experience ever. Anyhow, enough reminiscing.... This mix I present to you, and hope that you really enjoy it, and most of all that this summer (that we're still clinging to) brings you MUCH joy! I have to advertise the fact that artist known as Bark Cat Bark (Josh Todd) makes some amazing music and plays all the instruments himself. He is no longer going by that moniker, but if you dig deep enough, you can find all of his stuff online. The best part: it's free! Turn on, tune in, sleep... https://www.tonepoet-music.com https://www.facebook.com/tonepoetmusic TRACK LISTING “The Lost Sun” by The Birdtree from Orchards And Caravans (Last Visible Dog), Released 2003 (Start Time: 00:00) “Spinning Away From The Earth” by Dave Preston from Soundtrack For Motion (CDBY), Released July 20, 2010 (Start Time: 02:04) “Avenue Of Trees” by John Foxx And Harold Budd from Drift Music (Edsel Records UK), Released September 1, 2003 (Start Time: 07:08) “Oxygen” by Tomorrowland from Sequence Of The Negative Space Changes (Kranky), Released January 1, 1998 (Start Time: 08:35) “Above The Mellow Earth” by Vidna Obmana from Memories Compiled 2 (Projekt Records), Released July 6, 1999 (Start Time: 12:00) “Wheel Of Earth (Excerpt)” by Robert Rich from Trances And Drones CD 2 (Relapse) Released July 4, 2000 (Start Time: 18:10) “Exosphere” by Carbon Based Lifeforms from Hydroponic Garden (Ultimae Records), Released June 25, 2003 (Start Time: 24:26) “Summertimes” by Stars Of The Lid from Carte-De-Visite (Stars Of The Lid / Cobraside), Released November 14, 2007 (Start Time: 29:24) “Earth Energy (Excerpt)” by Satori from Healing: Rhythm Of The Earth (Magnatune), Released November 20, 2010 (Start Time: 34:39) “Obera Sundown” by Bark Cat Bark from Cittadinanza (N/A), Released Unkown (Start Time: 37:02) “Summer In Your Mouth” by SubtractiveLAD from Life At The End Of The World (n5MD), Released February 9, 2010 (Start Time: 39:38) “Dopamine Clouds Over Craven Village” by Stars Of The Lid from And Their Refinement Of The Decline (Kranky), Released April 3, 2007 (Start Time: 44:40) “Nightliner” by Popnoname from Pop Ambient 2009 (Kompakt Germany), Released February 17, 2009 (Start Time: 50:14)

Okay, I know that I said I wouldn't post anything until after I got back from vacation, but I REALLY wanted to put out THIS mix! This is more stuff from my listening sessions in the last few weeks to find pieces of music that really stand out to me. I'm really, really proud of this mix, because I was able to (for the most part) have the most consistent mix without too much abrupt changes in mood and key. That's the goal for me, I think. One artist in this mix that I listen to a bit regularly is Adam Fielding, who is a great electronica musician, and an even greater singer. I have a few of his releases, and I love the moods that he invokes with is unique choices of chord structure and tone. A must hear artist, in my opinion. His opening track is the most ambient thing that he does that I'm aware of, but, man, what a killer opener! I used Conelrad's music (again), because he consistently creates beautiful soundscapes. I'm really hoping that he will release some more stuff this year. I know that he's involved with music for some video games as well as a soundtrack to an independent film. Okay, I'm really done this time! I'm not kidding!! I have some amazing stuff lined up, including an all original collaborative mix between myself and Randy Wight that I'm looking forward to in the coming weeks. Think Stars Of The Lid meets Steve Roach with a bit of Robert Rich thrown in. Stay tuned! Turn on, tune in, sleep... https://www.tonepoet-music.com https://www.facebook.com/tonepoetmusic TRACK LISTING “The Sky Is Silent” by Adam Fielding from Lightfields (Distinctive Records), Released December 12, 2010 (Start Time: 00:00) “Goldstone” by Jonn Serrie from The Stargazer’s Journey (New World Music), Released August 19, 2003 (Start Time: 02:41) “Within (Choir Of The Ascending Spirit)” by Michael Stearns from Encounter (Hearts Of Space), Released July 1, 1991 (Start Time: 10:41) “Inner Refuge” by Conelrad from Five Automatic Landings (N/A), Released 2011 (Start Time: 14:27) “Orion Transfer 12” by Peter Namlook and Tetsu Inoue from Shades Of Orion 2 (Ambient World), Released August 5, 2003 (Start Time: 19:34) “Live At SEL I-S-C; Part 4” by Atom Heart from A Thousand Petals (Unknown), Released April 11, 1994 (Start Time: 24:22) “Atrium” by Between Interval from Autumn Continent (Spotted Peccary), Released August 8, 2006 (Start Time: 29:36) “Be Something” by Dave Preston from Be (Iedima Records), Released June 1, 2010 (Start Time: 35:22) “The Tension Was Beautiful” by Koda from Movements (Infraction Records), Released December 28, 2004 (Start Time: 40:40) “Requiem For Dying Mothers Part 2” by Stars Of The Lid from The Tired Sounds Of (Kranky), Released October 30, 2001 (Start Time: 44:50)

I'm going on vacation after finishing up an 18 day tour in the Midwestern US states, and I won't have much time to do a mix for a few weeks since I'm driving down to Florida with the family for a lot of swimming, some fishing and seeing Mickey Mouse. Since I've been on the road, I've spent a lot of time in the past few weeks listening to a lot of new stuff and jotting down what I wanted to use for a new track. I came up with a science based theme, and decided to put that out. I was originally going to call it 'The Science Of Silence', but went with with the current title. I got the opportunity to listen to a lot of Robert Rich during this one, and even caught up with a bit of bio reading on him. Thankful for that. Alright, I'm signing off for the rest of the month. I have some amazing mixes planned, and I can't wait to get back and get them going. After I take pictures with Donald Duck, that is. Turn on, tune in, sleep... https://www.tonepoet-music.com https://www.facebook.com/tonepoetmusic TRACK LISTING “The Electric Hydrometer” by Coelecanth from The Glass Sponge (23five), Released 2003 (Start Time 00:00) “Kelvin Balance” by Kent Sparling from The Under New Manna (Purling), Released July 12, 2000 (Start Time 00:00) “Aging Core, Aging Periphery” by Terre Thaemiltz from Soil (Instinct Records), Released July 25, 1995 (Start Time 10:19) “Bioelectrical Plasma” by Robert Rich from Humidity: Three Concerts (Hypnos Recordings), Released November 16, 2000 (Start Time 19:57) “Hi Energy Proton Accelerator” by Cliff Martinez from Solaris (Trauma), Released Novermber 27, 2002 (Start Time 29:56) “Liquid Air” by Robert Rich from Below Zero (Soleilmoon), Released July 20, 2004 (Start Time 38:38) “Voice Over Wire” by Building The Cathedral from Building The Cathedral (Building The Cathedral), Released March 7, 2007 (Start Time 47:10) “Stones (Instrumental” by Anne Garner from Trusting A Twirled World (Instrumental) (Magnatune), Released October 30, 2011 (Start Time 51:30)

I had the MOST gratifying experience of working with people who are not big or even known in the ambient music world to create this mix. It all started when a fellow named Ryan Lucth contacted my via Mixcloud and expressed his interest in having me use his music for mix. I told some musician friends of mine, and stated that I would love to use some stuff that they created. They agreed to it, and here's the mix I came up with. To give you a small insight of some of these guys and myself, I will say that 2 of these artists I currently work with, and we DON'T make ambient music as a profession (we ARE professional musicians, but we travel across the US 100-120 days a year melting faces!). We are in a rock band, in the Army (no lie, I can't even make that up), and we travel all over the lower 48 (and to Kuwait, and Iraq) playing music and supporting the troops. I love ambient music because it is really left field for me, and I've never done it (until now, there are some things of mine in this mix). So, first off, Randy Wight is a singer with the band that I (used to) play in. He has written tons of killer music, and believe it or not, it is a lot of odd meter prog rock and fusion. He's my room mate when we travel, and we put on our sleep music every night. Well, when I expressed my interest for a track of his, he felt that being my room mate for years had allowed him to feel qualified to begin creating. He says that Steve Roach is a big influence in his style, due to his dark, cinematic soundscapes. You can hear that in all of his stuff (there are 3 tracks by him), and even named 'The Further' after the movie Insidious (we saw that together hopped up on a massive Starbucks coffee binge). With Randy's ability to create and compose such amazing backgrounds, I was able to ask him to provide me some background ambiance to to a track that I improvised last year in a hotel room on tour (like now, we are on tour, thus my inability to get a lot of stuff outside of work generated). The end result is the second track 'Burning Sky'. We have since decided to create some more stuff and go under the name 'harmony & decay', so stay tuned on that. The next artist, Kirk Kadish, is also a musician in the US Army Field Band (he is the one on the right of me in the photo from our bio page). He is a monster musician, and keyboardist extraordinaire (and my boss, so I HAVE to say good stuff about him, ha!). All kidding aside, he has been in the ambient scene for some time now, and we have a lot of favorite artists in in common (Steve Roach, Stars Of The Lid, Between Interval, etc.). I was blessed to have him contribute some tracks (I have some more, saving those for a later mix). The next track, is from Ryan Lucht. Ryan has created music that is generated by photographs and has a release entitled Photogenesis that promises to be pretty amazing. He has posted a small amount to be heard on the above link, and is currently raising money to have it done by pledges. Please, please, pay him a visit, and contribute, so that we can have some amazing music shared with us by an extraordinarily talented musician! I really enjoyed mixing his tracks (I have one more that I want to use on another mix of the same sort very soon!). Thank you, so much, Ryan, for allowing me to create some magic with your tracks! I have one more artist that I really wanted to work with, but didn't get the tracks in time, so that will have to wait for just a bit. I am EXTREMELY honored to have worked with these musicians, and I really look forward to doing more with them in the future. Make sure you visit these guys, take a look and listen, and support the artists. Turn on, tune in, sleep... https://www.tonepoet-music.com https://www.facebook.com/tonepoetmusic TRACK LISTING “As The Phantom Breeze Whispers” by Randy Wight from Unknown Album (N/A), Released June 24, 2012 (Start Time: 00:00) “Burning Sky” by harmony & decay (me!) from Unknown Album (N/A), Released June 29, 2012 (Start Time: 05:41) “Time Remembered” by Kirk Kadish from Still Bill (Unknown), Released Unknown (Start Time: 15:34) “Texture – Collegiate Feelings (Excerpt)” by Ryan Lucht from Photogenesis (Unknown), Released Unknown (Start Time: 30:41) “Cloud Covered (Except)” by tonepoet (me again!) from Unknown Album (N/A), Released October 23, 2011 (Start Time: 30:44) “Bros” by Ryan Lucht from Photogenesis (N/A), Released Unknown (Start Time: 31:19) “Degredation Of Harmonic Interludes” by Randy Wight from Unknown Album (N/A), Released June 29, 2012 (Start Time: 36:37) “Evan And Avery At The Airport” by Ryan Lucht from Photogenesis (N/A), Released Unknown (Start Time: 41:49) “The Further” by Randy Wight from Unknown Album (N/A), Released July 3, 2012 (Start Time: 49:00)

This mix is geared for the peace seeking traveler soaring among the stars. Again, I tried to keep the mix going from dark to light, to keep things not too heavy or too sweet. Well, not too much to say about this particular offering, I prefer to let the music speak for itself. I'm confident that this music certainly does. Please don't hesitate to support the artists for bringing us such amazing aural experiences! Turn on, tune in, sleep... https://www.tonepoet-music.com https://www.facebook.com/tonepoetmusic TRACK LISTING “Apollo Moon Landing” by Soundbible.com, Released (N/A) Start Time: 00:00) “Space Intro” by Steve Miller Band (Capitol), Released May 1976 (Start Time: 00:01) “Over The Horizon Radar” by Boards Of Canada from Geogaddi (Warp Records), Released February 19, 2002 (Start Time: 01:08) “Journey To The Sun” by Adham Shaikh from Journey To The Sun (Instinct Records), Released June 17, 1995 (Start Time: 02:00) “Cloud Space” by Steve Roach and Vidna Obmana from Innerzone (Projekt), Released November 30, 2001 (Start Time: 15:08) “Sunbeam” by Tomorrowland from Sequence Of The Negative Space Changes (Kranky), Released January 1, 1998 (Start Time: 21:22) “Star Dreams (Peace Eternal)” by Michael Stearns from Encounter (Hearts Of Space Records), Released January 1, 1988 (Start Time: 26:25) “When The Sun Has Failed To Shine For You” by Koda from Movements (Infraction Records), Released December 28, 2004 (Start Time: 30:17) “Pan Galactic” by Jonn Serrie from The Stargazer’s Journey (New World Music), Released September 30, 2003 (Start Time: 35:21) “Suns That Circling Go” by Helios from Unomia (Kranky), Released November 30, 2003 (Start Time: 44:41) “Startoucher” by Biosphere from Patashnik (Biophon Records), Released November 30, 1993 (Start Time: 47:34) “Sun(Rise)” by Klimek from Milk And Honey (Kompact Germany), Released May 11, 2004 (Start Time: 52:30) “Wind, Power Lines, And Birds (Excerpt)” by Jon Tulchin from Unknown (Unknown), Released Unknown (Start Time: 59:56)

My personal challenge with this was to make a mix that I REALLY liked, only take a few hours from start to finish, that did not mess with family time in any way, and didn't cause me to go to bed at a time that only allowed me about 4 hours of sleep before I had to get up for work. Whew! I'm pretty sure that I accomplished that task. I wanted to make a mix that was very dark, but when I started getting the tunes, it made me wonder how anyone could make it through something so heavy and ominous. So I changed my plan to put alternate between the dark and light (thus the title). Nothing says dark ambient music like Steve Roach (had to put in two of his tunes). It was a good chance to use some of his stuff. Maybe should have gone with some Robert Rich, but he was on the last mix. There are always future mixes. I have some more Maenad stuff, and it came down to that or something from Nurse With Wound. Another time, another mix. Enjoy this mix! Turn on, tune in, sleep... https://www.tonepoet-music.com https://www.facebook.com/tonepoetmusic TRACK LISTING “In Within” by Maenad from A Thousand Petals (Text Records), Released October 1, 2001 (Start Time: 00:00) “Open” by Peter Gabriel from Passion: Music For The Last Temptation Of Christ (Real World Records LTD), Released June 5, 1989 (Start Time: 7:34) “At The Edge Of Everything” by Steve Roach and Vidna Obmana from Innerzone (Projekt), Released November 30, 2001 (Start Time: 10:44) “Drifting” by Circular from Divergent (Beatservice), Released October 31, 1999 (Start Time: 16:44) “Altus” by Steve Roach from The Magnificent Void (Hearts Of Space Records), Released February 22, 1999 (Start Time: 20:55) “A Stream With Bright Fish” by Brian Eno and Harold Budd from The Pearl (Caroline Astralwerks - CAT), Released September 19, 2005 (Start Time: 40:29) “Shiva Descending” by Tuu from All Our Ancestors (Waveform), Released May 16, 1995 (Start Time: 43:58) “Fay Deau Deau” by System 7 from Live Transmissions (A-Wave Records), Released May 16, 2006 (Start Time: 50:58)

I've been wanting to do this mix since I started this blog. Okay, that means about a month ago. Nonetheless... I've been a member of Magnatune for some time now: I used to buy albums (CD's? digital releases?) separately when that was the only option. Now, they've managed to step it up with a streaming membership and a download membership (my preference) that is affordable (edit: no longer true) and allows you to get TONS of music. You don't even need an account to stream EVERYTHING that you want (edit: again, no longer true). By everything, I mean classical (I'm partial to the Medieval stuff), hip-hop, rock, ambient, jazz, ethnic, folk, eccentric, and downright not-fitting-a-genre. I am in NO way affiliated with Magnatune, I just think that they are completely affordable and extremely ethical (being a musician myself, that is very rare in the music business). Okay, enough hero worship, on with the music. This was a daunting task, to only pick things that were appropriate, in order to make a representation of a very small genre that is barely a portion of what I have from them. I managed to put in a bit of my favorite artists/releases, like Anne Garner (first and last songs), Robert Rich, Paul Avgerinos, and Rapoon. This allowed me many hours of sifting through tunes and artists. Not at all a bad task. I think that overall, I managed to stay consistent with my style of mixes, keeping it for the most part very ambient. Going through so much stuff made me eager to do a mix with some small amounts of pulse. Time will tell if I need to scratch that itch... Well, enjoy the mix, and pay them a visit, you will be glad that you did! Turn on, tune in, sleep... https://www.tonepoet-music.com https://www.facebook.com/tonepoetmusic TRACK LISTING “Haunt Me” by Anne Garner from Trusting A Twirled World (Slowcraft Records), Released February 1, 2011 (Start Time: 00:00) “Lumiere” by Davide Viterbo from Distant City (Magnatune), Released June 4, 2011 (Start Time: 3:20) “Sweet Sound Of Escape” by Dave Preston from Soundtrack For Motion (CDBY), Released July 20, 2010 (Start Time: 9:51) “Kedarika (Excerpt)” by Amelia Cuni and Werner Durand from Nada Yoga, Vol. 1 (Magnatune), Released October 8, 2009 (Start Time: 14:41) “T 4 05 (Vinyl)” by Petar Alargic from Classient Vinyl L 1 (Magnatune), Released March 22, 2011 (Start Time: 30:16) “Star Maker (Excerpt)” by Robert Rich from Below Zero (Solielmoon/Side Effects), Released September 1, 1998 (Start Time: 33:29) “Only The Names Change” by Rapoon from What Do You Suppose (Solielmoon/Staalplaat), Released November 16, 2000 (Start Time: 41:59) “Day Dreams – And Thirst Is Quenched (Excerpt)” by Paul Avgerinos from Balancing Spheres (Round Sky Music), Released July 13, 2004 (Start Time: 45:45) “The Tower (Instrumental)” by Anne Garner from Trusting A Twirled World (Instrumental) (Slowcraft Records), Released October 30, 2011 (Start Time: 52:32)

I started off making a mix with more vocal stuff in mind. But when I had problems loading in a Sigur Ros song, I just thought it best to just make a good solid mix. I did manage to put in some vocal stuff, though. I'm not sure what language is sang in Low Light (a tip of my hat to Dave Michuda); I would guess that it's Gaelic. Also, the second tune is from a release that is mostly traditional folk-ish medieval music. This piece is great, I heard it the first time on Sleepbot Environmental Broadcast and decided to find and purchase the rest of the music. Glad that I did. I managed to slip in some not so ambient stuff, like Bombay Dub Orchestra (amazing stuff!), Carbon Based Lifeforms, and Lawrence (check out the rest of Childish Music, very interesting). The last artist, Conelrad, I have to give made props to. One, for making really incredible music that I absolutely love. Two, for posting it all for FREE! And three, for corresponding with me about his music. Thanks for listening, and support the artists!! Turn on, tune in, sleep... https://www.tonepoet-music.com https://www.facebook.com/tonepoetmusic TRACK LISTING “Low Light” by Peter Gabriel from OVO: The Millennium Show (Real World Records), Released August 8, 2000 (Start Time: 0:00) “Alchemist” by Philip Pickett from Alchemist (London), Released July 21, 1989 (Start Time: 6:36) “Don't Bother, They're Here” by Stars Of The Lid from And Their Refinement Of The Decline (Kranky), Released April 3, 2007 (Start Time: 9:35) “The Great Silence” by Bombay Dub Orchestra from Bombay Dub Orchestra (Six Degrees), Released February 28, 2006 (Start Time: 19:36) “Empress You Are” by Paul Avgerinos from Words Touch (Round Sky Music), Released November 21, 2001 (Start Time: 25:50) “World Of Sleepers” by Carbon Based Lifeforms from World Of Sleepers (Ultimae Records), Released November 27, 2006 (Start Time: 36:20) “The Deep And Lovely Quiet” by SubtractiveLAD from Life At The End Of The World (n5MD), Released February 9, 2010 (Start Time: 39:08) “Falling Down A Dam Of Mashed Potatoes” by Lawrence from Childish Music (Staubgold), Released April 25, 2005 (Start Time: 44:20) “Lead Lined” by Conelrad from Community Shelter Planning (“no label”), Released 2007 (Start Time: 47:51)

I'm making a resolution to keep the comments on the posts a bit brief; I want the music to speak for itself. I started out making a time-based mix, and for the most part, a bit of it turned out that way. But in the end, I just picked a bunch of stuff that I really enjoyed and wanted to share. I picked some stuff I've had going around in my mind for a bit. There was a bit of a resist to put on some Brian Eno, since it's a win-win situation with ambient music, but one cannot resist. Of course, it also contains some Global Communication (which I love!), and an artist (Gopal) from the Magnatune label. I was going to save the Max Richter song (On The Nature Of Daylight) for a classical based mix, but I decided to go ahead and use it here. No apologies over that! I actually did a mix of guitar based stuff before this, but I'm still mulling it over. Some of the moments are a bit shred-licious. I think that might be alright, it is all still VERY chill. Alright, enjoy the music, and of course support the artists!! Turn on, tune in, sleep... https://www.tonepoet-music.com https://www.facebook.com/tonepoetmusic TRACK LISTING “02 14 31” by Global Communication from 76:14 (Dedicated/BMG Records/Arista/Legacy/SME), Released June 1994 (Start Time: 0:00) “Morning Mist” by Gopal from Depth Of My Heart (Magnatune), Released December 3, 2010 (Start Time: 14:26) “On The Nature Of Daylight” by Max Richter from The Blue Notebooks (Fat Cat), Released February 26, 2004 (Start Time: 18:14) “Resonant Frequency” by John Foxx & Harold Budd from Drift Music (Edsel Records), Released August 25, 2003 (Start Time: 24:24) “This Dominion” by Between Interval from Autumn Continent (Spotted Peccary), Released August 8, 2006 (Start Time: 26:58) “Hypoborea” by Biosphere from Substrata (Touch UK), Released January 1, 2004 (Start Time: 34:40) “An Ending (Ascent)” by Brian Eno from Apollo: Atmospheres and Soundtracks (EG), Released 1983 (Start Time: 40:13) “16 Second Swarm” by Bass Communion from Bass Communion II (Hidden Art), Released July 1999 (Start Time: 44:14)

I started out just making a mix that used more ‘real’ instruments rather than synthesizer pads to give my respect to the more composed pieces of music. After working on it a bit, I could see that the titles lent themselves to a ‘space’ vibe. That was going to be a theme for a mix of mine at one point, so why not now? These songs represent space, weightlessness, and inspire awe just like the cosmos. You know, very often my son (who is 6) and very much into super heroes asks me what super power I would like to have. My answer is always the same: the power of flight. Why? Because growing up as a little boy and reading Superman comics, I was always captivated and jealous of the fact that he could fly into outer space and see the most amazing thing that the majority of the world’s population would never see. I guess you could say that I’m a bit of an astronomy fan. I pulled a few sound samples for this mix, from a NASA site as well as a site that posted a few samples online. For the next space mix (there will be another at some point), I’ll dig a bit deeper finding better samples, but for now….. In keeping the instrumentation as organic as possible, I opened up with a track from Harold Budd. To me, the sedating effect of this track represents weightlessness. The EP that this track is on was produced by none other than Brian Eno (with Chas Smith on steel guitar). Who would ever think that steel guitar could be so tranquil? For the same reason I like Stars Of The Lid, I also like Windy & Carl (pssst, real guitar!). They describe their music as ‘dreamy & psychedelic’. I couldn’t agree more. And, of course, with a title like ‘The Sun’, this song fits perfectly. Next up is again a very influential musical hero of mine, Vangelis. Creation Du Monde translates to ‘Creation of the World’ (French). Aloof Proof is an artist that I discovered from the Asphalt Eden (defunct) site and fell very much in love with the organic sound. I purchased Piano Text, and here I decide to play an excerpt from the same release (there are only 2 tracks, but that is more than sufficient). There are more recordings of this artist that can be found online, but this Piano Text is pure magic. JONN SERRIE seems to specialize in ‘space ambient’, if there is such a term. And for a good reason, he makes epic voyage music. I really enjoyed making this mix. I pulled out some astronomy books, checked out some Hubble pictures, and basked in the warm flow of great music. Turn on, tune in, sleep... https://www.tonepoet-music.com https://www.facebook.com/tonepoetmusic TRACK LISTING “Saturn Rocket” http://www.sounddogs.com/results.asp?CategoryID=1005&SubcategoryID=75&Type=1 (Start Time: 0:00) “Spanish Pinewood” by Gordon Hempton from Earth’s Morning Song (Miramar), Released January 24, 1995 (Start Time: 0:25) “Liftoff” http://www.nasa.gov/connect/sounds/ (Start Time: 0:40) “Afar” by Harold Budd from Serpent/Abandoned Cities (All Saints UK), Released January 1, 2003 (Start Time: 1:08) “Space Walk (Excerpt)” by Lemon Jelly from Lost Horizons (XL Recordings), Released October 7, 2002 (Start Time: 3:27) “The Sun” by Windy & Carl from Consciousness (Kranky), Released March 18, 2001 (Start Time: 3:33) “Rocket Taking Off and Landing” http://www.sounddogs.com/results.asp?CategoryID=1005&SubcategoryID=75&Type=1 (Start Time: 6:51) “Creation Du Monde” by Vangelis from L’Apocalypse Des Animaux (Polydor), Released 1973 (Start Time: 7:14) “The Ghost Ship (Excerpt)” by Aloof Proof from Piano Text (Infraction Records), Released 1994 (Start Time: 17:06) “The Stars, Like Dust…” by Jonn Serrie from The Stargazer’s Journey (New World Music), Released August 19, 2003 (Start Time: 37:48) “That’s One Small Step” http://www.nasa.gov/connect/sounds/ (Start Time: 52:56) “Rocket Taking Off and Landing (In Reverse)” http://www.sounddogs.com/results.asp?CategoryID=1005&SubcategoryID=75&Type=1 (Start Time: 53:04)

Hello! This time around, I wanted to capture a bit of a vibe from the time that one drifts off to sleep until the awakening. I started off with something from BIOSPHERE that for some reason reminds me of growing up in Daytona Beach, Florida. I lived not too far from the beach, and as the youngest of 6 spent a lot of time outside playing Frisbee in the summer. I was also not too far from the airport and Embry Riddle University. The students there often flew small prop planes for study (fun study, right?), and hearing this song from BIOSPHERE really takes me back to that time when I was young, carefree, and spending all day outside until day faded until night. I put in the rain to transition between 2 events: the end of the evening and that time when just before sleep when your mind begins to visualize bizarre things. I wanted you to imagine you are hearing something out of the ordinary, hence the GLOBAL COMMUNICATION talking and an excerpt from JIM HALL’s Beija Flor. Beija Flor is a piece written by South American composer (can’t remember who), and this rendition from JIM HALL does it much justice. As far as jazz albums go, his album All Across the City and Miles Davis’ Kind of Blue are both my favorites (tie). I have a lot of soundtrack material, and one day I’ll put more into use. I love everything about the soundtrack to American Beauty. Not only is it one of my all time favorite films (Kevin Spacey is an absolute hero!), but the music is dead on accurate as far as creating the right mood for the film. I’m envious of THOMAS NEWMAN. When you read his Wikipedia page, you’ll be blown away by the amount of output he’s had. Oddly, I discovered the song Cirrus (HUGH & SATURATION) from a game created by IVORY called 4 DIFFERENCES. When the game loads, you can click a link to their website and get all of their compositions free. Not bad. Great game as well! Again, more field recordings of a creek to break things up a little bit. The sleeping night is all about transitions. The DAVID HELPING song comes from an album called Sleeping on the Edge of the World, which is appropriately named for our nightly passage. David shares a website with Jon Jenkins, so it’s worth checking out. I have every album that PETER GABRIEL has released. Most people didn’t like OVO: The Millennium Show as much as his other stuff, but I love it. Peter’s not singing every song, there are a lot of cameos, but it’s him through and through. I spent a lot of consecutive days wearing the grooves out on this album, and every time I hear it, it’s like the first time that I’ve heard it again. And that’s okay. I have some more of his stuff that I’d like to use at some point, probably as excerpts. The last 2 artists, ROBERT RICH and DAC CROWELL are both artists that I discovered via MAGNATUNE. Robert is a household name to those that like their ambient a little bit dark, somewhat like Steve Roach in feel. DAC is a bit unorthodox, and definitely has his own approach to soundscapes which are innovative and memorable. If the ending seems abrupt, it is meant to be that way (the song honestly ends like that) as you are awakening. And who ever wakes up over the course of 30 minutes? Only in Hollywood. Well, I enjoyed making the mix, and have even more ideas for the next one. I’ll create one for the sleepers probably next, or a soundtracks mix, or a collage of snippets from rock tunes. We’ll see. Enjoy! Turn on, tune in, sleep... https://www.tonepoet-music.com https://www.facebook.com/tonepoetmusic TRACK LISTING “As The Sun Kissed The Horizon” by Biosphere from Substrata (Touch UK), Released January 1, 2004 (Start Time: 0:00) “Rain” by Unknown, Released Unknown (Start Time: 0:00) “06 0 54” by Global Communication from 76:14 (Dedicated/BMG Records/Arista/Legacy/SME), Released June 1994 (Start Time: 1:58) “Beija Flor (Excerpt)” by The Jim Hall Quartet from All Across The City (Concord), Released May, 1989 (Start Time: 2:56) “Any Other Name” by Thomas Newman from the American Beauty Soundtrack (Dreamworks), Released October 5, 1999 (Start Time: 5:07) “Cirrus” by Hugh & Saturation from Unknown, (Start Time: 9:07) “Cricket Creek” by Unknown, (Start Time: 12:12) “All Things End” by David Helpling from Sleeping On The Edge Of The World (Spotted Peccary), Released September 14, 1999 (Start Time: 13:25) “The Nest That Sailed The Sky” by Peter Gabriel from OVO: The Millennium Show (EMI Import), Released June 12, 2000 (Start Time: 19:40) “Luminous Horizon” by Robert Rich from Propgation (Hearts Of Space Records), Released February 15, 1994 (Start Time: 24:03) “Prisengracht Extensions” (Excerpt) by DAC Crowell from Red-Shifted Harmonies (Magnatune), Released October 19, 2001 (Start Time: 32:53)

This mix opens with the very first thing that got me into any sort of ambient music. I’m a huge admirer of VANGELIS ever since I borrowed (stole) his album Ignacio/Entends-Tu Les Chiens Aboyer. The first side (half of which is in the mix) is like a lullaby. I had the worst experience of my life at that point, and this album was played every day. VANGELIS, to me, is something of a modern classical composer more than an electronic musician. Other releases from him that I highly recommend are Heaven and Hell, Mask, Soil Festivities, The Blade Runner Soundtrack, Mythodea, Rhapsodies (w/Irene Papas), and L’Apocalypse Des Animaux (I know it’s a lot, but I’m a big fan!). The next song comes from the album 76:14 (the duration of the album) by GLOBAL COMMUNICATION. HERE’S the Wikipedia page on the album, there are some interesting facts about it worth reading. Their other release (Pentamerous Metamorphosis) is also great, and I’ll do a mix with some stuff from that at some point. One thing that I love about STARS OF THE LID is that they use a real guitar (!). They, like Paul Avgerinos, are a thinking man’s ambient. Their music for me is not so easily ignored. I can’t unconsciously listen to them, they draw me it with their organic amalgamation. I like this particular song because of the violins and the warm analog sound of the entire thing. Once again, I have to use the opportunity to inject some PAUL AVGERINOS (of course). Not too much to elaborate on, this one is also from Words Touch. This piece is very compositional (Paul holds a degree from Peabody Conservatory and plays bass. I actually got all of my stuff of his from MAGNATUNE, which is a great (and affordable) source for independent music. BIOSPHERE (real name: Geir Jennsen) is an artist from Norway that considers his music to be ‘arctic ambient’. He sometimes uses field recordings in his works. Like most of my favorites, he definitely has his own compositional style. There is another song from this same release that will be on the next mix. Okay, I put in a thunderstorm to break things up a bit, sorry! The last track on here is another VANGELIS tune from the Blade Runner Soundtrack played on an out of tune piano (or maybe is just an effect, hard to say). Very beautiful composition, if somewhat sad. Okay, thanks for listening/downloading! Turn on, tune in, sleep... https://www.tonepoet-music.com https://www.facebook.com/tonepoetmusic TRACK LISTING "Ignacio" by Vangelis from Ignacio/Entends-Tu Les Chiens Aboyer (Egg/Barclay) Released 1975 (Start Time: 0:00) "10 12 18" by Global Communication from 76:14 (Dedicated/BMG Records/Arista/Legacy/SME) Released June 1994 (Start Time: 4:10) "Requiem For Dying Mothers Part 1" by Stars Of The Lid from (Kranky) Released October 29, 2001 (Start Time: 16:15) "Always With You" by Paul Avgerinos from Words Touch (Round Sky Music) Released November 21, 2001 (Start Time: 22:52) "Kobresia" by Biosphere from Substrata (Touch UK) Released January 1, 2004 (Start Time: 34:33) "Thunderstorm" By Unknown from Unknown (Start Time 41:14) "Memories Of Green" by Vangelis from the Blade Runner Soundtrack (Atlantic/Wea) Released June 21, 1994 (Start Time: 42:55)

I didn't pick songs that put me in a melancholic mood, but rather songs (or songs from releases that I admire) that represent periods in my life. I wanted to pick some of my favorite (very difficult task!) songs for my first mix. I can definitely say that BETWEEN INTERVAL's Autumn Continent is in my top 3 for ambient releases. So it had to be the first song. The entire CD is very solid from the first sweeping entrance to the last dying ember of drone. I have to say that PAUL AVGERINOS' Words Touch is an absolute must-have for those who like a thinking man's ambient. Paul is a more of a composer than the average brick-on-keyboard noodler, and Words Touch (along with Love, which can be a perfect sequel) is rather deep. I have an MP3 disc player that has played both of these releases every night for years now (in my son's room as well). The next song, I Shall Be Removed from KEN (I don't have much information on this artist) is something that I discovered from sifting through people's suggestions for ambient music. Oddly, the rest of the artist's music is indie rock. #19 by APHEX TWIN is a bit of departure for this artist, although he has released a couple of ambient works. I made a mix for a friend, who had never heard of APHEX TWIN, and he loved it. I then sent him a link to the videos WINDOWLICKER, COME TO DADDY, and RUBBER JOHNNY. Kind of blew his mind. The last song is a great one from WILLIAM BASINSKI. I love what he did with loops, he is a pioneer of sonic decay. Hopefully, these songs will lift you up, and ease anything that weighs you down. Turn on, tune in, sleep... https://www.tonepoet-music.com https://www.facebook.com/tonepoetmusic TRACK LISTING "Autumn Continent 1" by Between Interval from Autumn Continent (Spotted Peccary), Released August 8, 2006 (Start Time: 0:00) "Weightless You Are" by Paul Avgerinos from Words Touch (Round Sky Music), Released November 21, 2001 (Start Time: 7:24) "I Shall Be Removed" by Ken from Stop! Look! Sing Songs Of Revolutions! (Metropolis Records), Released February 21, 2006 (Start Time: 18:38) "#19" by Aphex Twin from Selected Ambient Works, Vol. II (Sire), Released April 12, 1994 (Start Time: 23:44) "dlp 2" by William Basinski from Disintergration Loops (Musex), Released 2001 (Start Time: 33:36)