Sonic Memoirs of a Ghost Hunter

Follow-up to this post. Sonic Memoirs of a Ghost Hunter featuring the Evaton Technologies RF Nomad is now available. The Moog Sub 37, Moogerfoogers and Novation Ultranova were also used. Embed with link above; details below.

"Combining music with an interest in the paranormal, Sonic Memoirs is an album (the 1st in a series) that documents some of my actual paranormal investigations via synthesis.

After 20 years of ghost hunting research & field experience, I find myself rewarded with paranormal evidence found on stacks of video tapes, countless photos, as well as EVP (electronic voice phenomena) recordings. The stories I can share can fill more than a few dark & stormy evenings of friends gathered in a candlelit room. Though I'm writing a book outlining my investigations, I'm finding the process to be slower than anticipated. This being my 20 year anniversary as a ghost hunter, I decided to think more creatively, and as a musician, relay some of my experiences through music. Specifically... synthesis.

All of these tracks are created using analog and digital synthesizers. The majority of the sounds created are made using a eurorack modular synthesizer, though synths like the Moog Sub 37, and the Novation Ultranova, as well as Moogerfooger effects make appearances from time to time as well. No samples were used, and all tracks were performed in one take with no overdubs.

These are not EDM tracks. They are instead artistic soundscapes intended to capture the vibe of how some of my investigations felt while in the moment. Other tracks are intended to give you the essence of what it is like to perform some of the duties of a ghost hunter post & pre investigation.

Each track has a brief description of the investigation or investigative process found below the track outside of this playlist. After listening to the tracks, for the full intended experience, I highly recommend reading these.

The ghost phenomenon is very real. To anyone who does not believe - that's great! After all, skeptics make the best ghost hunters. All you need do is begin the journey with a serious demeanor, and review your findings thoroughly. You will reach a point where you cannot deny the mounting anomalies you encounter as simply coincidence.

Happy Halloween, and Safe Hunting - VDM"

4th Annual Experimental Garage Sale – 6/4/2011

via GetLoFi where you'll find additional details including a list of sellers and pics.

Ultrasonics pictured here.