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Review: Oracle by Teletone Audio: Old Souls, New Sounds

Oracle by Teletone Audio bridges eras — merging the warmth and grit of iconic analog monosynths with the clarity, depth, and flexibility of modern sound design. It’s full, juicy, crisp, and somehow vintage all at once — a rare achievement that makes it one of Teletone’s most versatile releases yet.

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Echoes After the End: Heavyocity’s Dystropia

Heavyocity’s Dystropia is a masterclass in atmosphere — a toolkit of desolate textures, analog warmth, and cinematic emotion. Some of the best pads I’ve ever heard. Period.

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Review: Soniccouture Polarity | Tension – Granular Chaos, Beautifully Curated

Polarity | Tension by Soniccouture is a dual-stream granular instrument that turns industrial noise, extended techniques, and abstract textures into a sonic playground. With 180 inspiring presets, a stunning interface, and endless sound design potential, it’s easily one of the most creative releases of the year.

Interview

From Miniatures to Monster Train: Jordan Chin on Creativity and the Courage to Begin

A conversation with composer Jordan Chin (Monster Train 1 & 2) turned into a reflection on creativity itself — from painting Warhammer miniatures as meditation, to lessons learned in the gym, to the vulnerability of music and the balance between curiosity and deadlines. This blog dives into the deeper philosophy behind Jordan’s work and the universal challenges every artist faces.

Monologue

Beyond the Numbers: Lessons From 100 Episodes

Milestones can deceive us. Hitting 100 podcast episodes isn’t about numbers—it’s about persistence, meaning, and connection. In this reflection, Markus explores why numbers are hollow idols, why persistence is a mental superpower, and why true artistic success lies in creating meaningful change—starting with yourself.

Interview

The Art of Becoming: Lessons from Cameron Paxton

Composer Cameron Paxton’s journey from military convoys to game soundtracks reveals what it means to live a creative life: balancing youthful urgency with mature craft, chasing sparks of inspiration, and keeping the fire alive through discipline.

Reviews

Heavyocity Ostinato Textures – Review

Heavyocity’s Ostinato Textures captures real string performances and turns them into evolving patterns, pulses, and lush hybrid textures. Warm, expressive, and sometimes surprisingly ambient, it’s a versatile tool for cinematic scoring.

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Review: OBSO by Circle Cynths

Circle Cynths’ OBSO is an instrument born from obsolete tech — and it nails that VHS-era, broken-but-beautiful aesthetic. From some of the best lo-fi pianos I’ve ever played to gritty cinematic textures, it’s a unique library that hip-hop producers, game composers, and lo-fi fans shouldn’t sleep on.

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Review: RUINS by Slate + Ash

Slate + Ash’s RUINS transforms the electric guitar into a world of cinematic textures, broken soundscapes, and living atmospheres. Far from a typical guitar library, it’s a compositional tool that inspires through texture, story, and sonic depth.

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Review: Pacha – Ethnic Orchestra (Strezov Sampling)

Strezov Sampling’s Pacha brings the spirit of South America into your DAW with soulful guitars, expressive woodwinds, vibrant percussion, and cinematic textures. Some instruments alone feel worth the price – inspiring, authentic, and beautifully human.

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