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J.D. Ryan (Thorny).
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New Release with Video:
Sound x Light x Movement
Somerville, MA, USA
March 15, 2025
On March 15, 2025, I had the good fortune to play the Sound X Light X Movement 006 event at SomArt at the Hive, in Somerville, MA. This is a recording from that performance. Sharing the bill with ambient artists Motherboard and Hissquiet, the night was one of great soundscapes and some incredible visuals, as well as a dancer that was also integrated into the visuals. Album now available below on Bandcamp.
"A Long Dusk" Nominated for Schallwelle Award for Best Ambient Album of 2025
Well, it's official. I'm a finalist in the Schallwelle Award for Best Ambient Album of 2025 (for A Long Dusk). Still not quite sure how, but grateful and excited, regardless, as this is quite the big deal. The Schallwelle Award (German for "Sound Wave") is Germany's annual award for the electronic music scene, honoring top national and international artists, albums, and individuals for achievements in genres like ambient, Berlin School, and synth music, recognized by both a jury and fan votes. Thank you for all who voted for me, it's an honor to be in such great company!
On Dec.6, I had the good fortune to play at Voidstar Productions Private Salon, in Cambridge, MA. It was quite the event...Situated on one of the floors of an old coffin factory, there were 14 acts and about 7 hours of performances. I brought out some new stuff that's more in the Berlin School sequenced style, as well as a few of my other ambient works. I have some exciting shows coming up around the northeastern U.S. in the next few months, so make sure you subscribe to my mailing list to keep up with the latest.