Spotted Peccary: The Pandemic Year in Review
Spotted Peccary in 2020 - the 34th Year
One of the oldest antidotes for pushing through difficult times is great music. 2020 has been filled with unique and dreadful challenges, and I think that there is really no point in summarizing any of those events.
The year began with a new album of instrumental ensemble compositions, A Day Like Any Other, but the artist, Darshan Ambient, passed away just before the release day, after a struggle with cancer. Milestones Synthesizer technology that is controlled by computer software, rather than analog connector bays and rows of dials, is called Soft-Synth. Granular synthesizer music allows the composer to manipulate any sound on the particulate level, Destiny. The love of guitar sounds supported by a small ensemble, Full of Life. Synthesizers bursting with ideas: Consciousness, and other tricks of the light. Deeply meditative synthesizers, The Bodhi Mantra. Experimental generative-iterative music, Yenisei Crossing. Electronic guitar synthesizers, Emotional Landscapes. Science-fiction synthesizers, Dreams Beyond. Imaginative electronic illusions from the studio, Hemispherica Portalis. Space music created by classically trained musicians, An Ocean of Time. Progressive ambient ensemble music, b a r.
Read the in-depth retrospective by Robin James at https://ello.co/robinja56/post/fszy 7evne9_vnlmc3ks7mq
We’re thrilled to celebrate four of The B Company’s incredible clients who made it onto the OWMR Top 100 Album Chart for March 2025! Discover the powerful ambient and new age albums by Chuck Wild, CG Deuter, Thierry David, and Phillip Wilkerson & Chris Russell that are inspiring listeners around the world.
Aetopus’ latest album, 'iota,' is a mesmerizing blend of ambient and downtempo electronic soundscapes, inspired by the energy of the Pacific Northwest. Listen now!
This post announces the new music release by LIQUID MIND, composed and created to promote relaxation and wellness simply by listening. It is a heart-opening meditation on all forms of love.
Peace activist and singer Shervin Boloorian’s New Song Gives Voice to Child Refugees, drawing upon his own experience.
Ed Bazel Recognized for Excellence at the World Entertainment Awards
Deuter – Mångata
Thierry David – SIX WAVES
New group Dark Sky Alliance Tops the Influential NACC Chart's Year End List
Discover Rudy Adrian’s Newest Album: Beyond the Sleepy Hills Rudy Adrian, the New Zealand-based ambient electronic maestro, is back with Beyond the Sleepy Hills, a mesmerizing collection of atmospheric soundscapes designed to soothe your senses. Whether you’re looking to drift into sleep or explore the rich details of each composition, this album delivers an immersive experience worth savoring. Now available on Spotted Peccary Music in both CD and digital formats, Beyond the Sleepy Hills is a sonic journey through gentle drones, soft piano melodies, and atonal bells that seamlessly blend into a calming whole. Rudy’s signature meticulous layering shines as the album unfolds in nine beautifully crafted movements. Here’s what Rudy had to say about his creative process: "I incorporated familiar elements from my previous albums—like subtle drones, soft bells, and piano in minor keys—but this time, I made them even more unobtrusive to create a truly restful experience. The goal was to allow listeners to fall asleep without being distracted by dissonance or overly dramatic music." As always, Rudy’s inspiration comes from the natural world, making Beyond the Sleepy Hills a masterclass in ambient storytelling. You’ll hear sun-dappled branches, distant bird calls, the soft hum of wind, and the rhythmic flow of water—all painted with sound. Tracks to note: Track 3: Delicate chimes and shimmering textures evoke a serene forest glade. Track 4: A moonlit nightscape of low drones, bright bells, and the burble of a winding stream. Track 8: Subtle symphonies of swelling strings ebb and flow like ocean tides. Rudy describes his style as creating “film soundtracks without pictures,” and his growing catalog proves his mastery. Beyond the Sleepy Hills joins an impressive lineup of Spotted Peccary releases, including Reflections On A Moonlit Lake (2024), A Walk in the Shadow Garden (2023), and As Dusk Becomes Night (2021). 💡 Fun Fact: Rudy took extra care with this album to ensure the tones were restful but not overly sweet, striking a perfect balance between engaging and ignorable—depending on your mood. 🎥 Check out the teaser video produced by Joe Abreu at Spotted Peccary Studios SW. ✨ Beyond the Sleepy Hills is also streaming all day on Spotted Peccary’s 24/7 channel, SPMLive. For interviews, reviews, or promotional requests, reach out to Beth Ann Hilton at beth@spottedpeccary.com . Take time to unwind and let Beyond the Sleepy Hills transport you to a world of tranquil soundscapes. 🌙
Dark Sky Alliance Drops "Warm Inlet"
