This project is the result of JMK’s increasing interest in immersive music composition and reproduction. Some years ago, he upgraded his studio to full 5.1...

This project is the result of JMK’s increasing interest in immersive music composition and reproduction. Some years ago, he upgraded his studio to full 5.1 capability and began imagining and producing all of his music in surround sound. This collection of compositions is the result of these new developments. JMK has always had an interest in combining acoustic instruments and synthesis. This collection of tracks was not computer generated. Each track began with modular analog synthesizers and then augmented with acoustic instruments. This hybrid approach infuses the music with a human feel, which he regards as an important component of all music. After years of creating music in surround, he realized he had amassed a large catalog of tracks, and was convinced by a friend to “put it out there.” Thus began his quest to figure out how best to release high-resolution, surround music, which is not a mainstream format. The search led JMK to Mark Waldrew, owner of AIX Records, who has released award-winning music in this format for almost twenty years. After we decided to partner, Mark created the videos and graphics for the project. This project embodies the independent spirit of making music. JMK hopes it inspires others to take chances in creating and releasing music that is not based on popularity, but is created out of passion. JMK is an independent musician, composer, mixer, producer, and synthesis living and working in Los Angeles.