Articles
Behind the Music
The stories, intentions, and creative process behind Anaamaly.
So Where Did Anaamaly Music Come From?
From stacking sounds on cassette tapes to making music for my wife’s yoga classes—the unexpected path that became Anaamaly.
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The Intention Behind the Music
What I bring into a recording session, how I settle into that creative space, and why intention matters so much to me.
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How I Create Movement in Music Without a Beat
Layers, space, and slowly changing sounds. A look at how I keep ambient music moving without relying on a rhythmic grid.
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How I Tune My Music to 432 Hz and 528 Hz
A practical look at my tuning process, including instrument settings, cents adjustments, and how I check the results.
How I Know When an Ambient Track Is Finished
Knowing when to stop is part of the creative process. Here’s how listening breaks, fresh ears, and intuition help me decide.
Personal Reflections
Thoughts on presence, purpose, and keeping a connection to what makes creating meaningful.
Finding a Moment to Be Present
A rainy morning in Arizona, a pause from the computer, and a simple phrase that still brings me back to the moment.
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So What Are We Doing Here Anyway?
A few personal thoughts on meditation, changing beliefs, and the questions that continue to shape my life and music.
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What I Miss About Making Music Purely for Myself
Before release schedules, views, and streams, there was the freedom to create without knowing where a session would lead.
Building a Life Around Music
Making a living, building useful projects, and sharing music with others.
Making a Living From Music Is a Tough Gig
The experience changes when the music you love also needs to pay the bills. Some honest thoughts on navigating that balance.
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Supporting the Music Scene While Diversifying My Income
How building Jaapi, VitalSynth, and hand-curated playlists has kept me connected to music during a quieter creative chapter.
Explore what I’m building around the music →
Affordable Royalty-Free Music in an Expensive World
I can’t control what everything costs, but I can be thoughtful about how I make my music available through Jaapi.
Read why accessible music licensing matters to me →
What I Listen for When Choosing Music for My Hand-Curated Playlists
Originality, depth, and something that makes me feel. Here’s what catches my attention—and what to consider before submitting your music.
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