This album explores the world of digital crime through the story of a criminal who pretends to be a drug dealer. They offer the client a chance to experience the thrill of a professional heist by planning and executing a perfect robbery within 380 seconds.

The client gets to feel the rush of cracking vault codes and outsmarting security systems without any real-life consequences. However, once the excitement fades away, they may start questioning their reality and wonder if they can ever replicate that thrill without another virtual adventure.

As the client goes deeper into the virtual mission, they get increasingly tangled in the digital system, uncovering secrets that were never meant to be discovered. It becomes unclear whether they are aiding in the robbery or unintentionally falling into a more sinister trap.

In addition, the dealer provides "our pilot" with a mind-bending virtual reality experience in Runway L03, pushing their abilities beyond their previous limits.

4300  Seconds

It's a one shot dearly precious thing
To be alive.


So glad to be here
Whole and sound
So glad I can be
Still around

I don't need your church or creed
To get me by
I don't need no alcohol or pills
To get me high

I don't need to fight with you
I don't need a gun
I'm doing what I was born to do
I'm having fun

I'm high on life

I don't need negativity
Don't drag me down
I'm the king of my own life
Don't steal my crown

Eyes wide open,high on life
That's when I thrive
It's a one shot dearly precious thing
To be alive

So glad to be here
Whole and sound
So glad I can be
Still around

I'm high on life

High On Life

Instead of spinning a grand story, I’d like to share something more personal and meaningful. 

Back in 2005, give or take a year, Chris and I developed a close friendship, often reminiscing about a special place we affectionately called our "yellow home away from home." In reality, this was the lively My Own Music dot de.

At that time, Chris was living in Hamburg, diving into his studies and immersing himself in the local music scene. Our conversations flowed freely, filled with discussions about his academic journey and our shared love for music, where we uplifted one another with encouragement and inspiration for our creative projects. Those chats blended passion and support, forging a strong bond grounded in our mutual interests.

When I uploaded one of my tracks, I felt a wave of excitement when I heard from Chris: "Dude! Let me add to that!" 

His enthusiasm was contagious, so I quickly sent him the working file, eager to see what he’d come up with. To my joy, what he returned was a stunning version that not only showcased his talent but also embodied the spirit of our collaboration.

I had been a huge fan of Field Rotation long before Chris began his journey with @Ultimae Records, so collaborating with him felt like a dream realized. 

The song we crafted together symbolizes the threads that connect our lives and the incredible beauty of working together. It’s a reminder of how music can bridge gaps, bringing people together in harmony.

With all that in mind, in the spirit of "Tranceparency," we wholeheartedly wish you a smooth and rewarding journey. 

May this track inspire you just as much as the friendship and creativity behind it have inspired us.

House Q Home

Tranceparent

Tranceparent Featuring Field Rotation - Final Remaster

UPDATE: YAY!  Flightplan Zero-niner has landed on Spotify, and all streaming services

https://open.spotify.com/album/29pE0Pp5sg9WMvbT9LYaNF?si=eViZ9S5zQW2F4i11tWxcqg 

Ladies and gentlemen, welcome aboard Flightplan Zero-Niner, brought to you by BrainStorm!

Please take your seats, buckle up, and get ready for a one-of-a-kind musical adventure inspired by the lively nightlife of 1990s Amsterdam and the thrill of soaring through the skies.

As our DJ steps up to the decks, the infectious beat sets a relaxed yet driving mood. The opening rhythms create a sense of excitement, capturing the energy of a night about to unfold.

The medley kicks off by weaving in beautiful musical elements that elicit feelings of wonder and liberation. Enchanting synthesizers and uplifting melodies perfectly evoke the sensation of flying, as if the music itself is soaring gracefully through the air.

A thrilling bassline maintains a steady pulse, propelling the track forward like an airplane in flight. BrainStorm expertly fuses various electronic styles throughout this composition, mixing house, trance, and ambient sounds seamlessly.

Smooth transitions between sections reflect the ever-changing views one might encounter while airborne. Within this musical experience, you’ll begin to hear faint hints of air traffic, adding depth and immersing you even further.

The distinct exchanges between pilots introduce an intriguing sound-layer, lending an authentic touch to the atmosphere inspired by flight. (Honestly, don’t pilots always seem to have that incredible radio voice?)

The interplay between the music and real-world air traffic chatter creates a unique and engaging auditory landscape. “Flightplan Zero-Niner” invites you on an aural journey where pulsating beats and captivating melodies guide you through the night, capturing the essence of Amsterdam’s vibrant nightlife, a beautiful dance of music and bliss.

Distantly related to https://soundcloud.com/brainstorm-operations/ethereal?si=1804ccb1fcf34cc8b9513210e85c8232&utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing We embedded the final-approach (see what I did there?)  to finally end up being a part of the 4400 Seconds Album.

4400 Seconds

Flight Plan Zero-Niner - Final Remaster

The music industry often grapples with a consistent gap between expectations and reality. There are occasions when a song seems primed for success, complete with a catchy tune and sleek production. 

Yet, when it finally hits the airwaves, it may not reach the heights that everyone hoped for. This particular track was anticipated to make waves, with potential features and collaborations lined up, leaving a sense of untapped possibility in its wake. We could’ve done so much more!

You’d often hear the phrase, “It’s in the pipeline,” echo around corners.

However, a song's success isn't just about how good it is. External factors, like when it’s released and what else is currently popular, can play a huge role. Sometimes, a track finds itself going up against other hits or misses the moment's musical trends, which can really hold it back.

Additionally, marketing and promotion are vital in the music scene. A smart marketing plan can propel a song to success by connecting it with the right listeners and creating buzz. Conversely, without solid promotion, even the most promising songs can struggle to get the attention they deserve.

It’s also essential to remember that music is personal; what moves one listener may not resonate with another. The wide range of tastes among audiences adds to the unpredictable nature of how a song is received.

Despite all the hurdles and uncertainties, the music industry continues to thrive, fueled by creativity, innovation, and the ongoing quest to connect with listeners. 

The journey of making music, regardless of its commercial impact, remains a powerful source of inspiration and joy for both artists and fans.

So, like you, we persist in our addiction to the Groove... Theoretically.

Prototypes

Theoretical Groove Addicition

On Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/track/75hBiZiorT2MQ5qnd6jjuo?si=bf0c3309ee9545a0
“Trance-Atlantic” is a lively trance track that wonderfully embodies the thrill of flying. It opens with gentle pads and atmospheric tones that build a sense of anticipation, mimicking the feeling of takeoff as we rise into the sky.

As we ascend through a layer of clouds, hints of deep blue peek through within a minute. By 1:37, we break free into clear skies, and the music really takes off. When the beat drops, vibrant basslines and pulsating synths infuse us with energy and momentum.

The main melody is uplifting and joyful, echoing the freedom of gliding through open air. It dances through intricate arpeggios and flowing notes, creating an engaging and immersive listening experience. The rhythm is dynamic and steady, driven by a reliable beat that keeps the energy alive.

Throughout the track, there are waves of tension and release that capture the excitement of flight. These build-ups gradually intensify, leading to explosive drops that spark a surge of exhilaration. The transitions between sections flow seamlessly, mixing elements with clever effects that sustain the momentum.

The overall feeling of “Trance-Atlantic” is thrilling and inspiring. It evokes a sense of adventure and the vastness of the sky, inviting listeners on a sonic journey through clouds and beyond.

At 3:17, the brilliant shades of the vast blue sky truly come alive. A little later, at 4:43, we start our descent back into the grey clouds, preparing for our final approach to BSO International.

The production quality is crisp and polished, featuring a rich layering of sounds and a balanced mix that highlights each element. This track celebrates the art of aviation, capturing the essence of flight and the joy of exploring the skies. With its infectious energy and uplifting melodies, it invites listeners to embark on a sonic adventure where the lines between reality and fantasy blur, igniting a passion for aviation.

House @ Home

Trance Atlantic - Final Remaster

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/intl-de/track/5FsPCoQ2Y9Z0OuG5kWDxDs?si=c03ccc558021498a
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EUxKzif8IKI
Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/konrad-spittelberg/yearning

Yearning. The pain when you long for something and yet can't get it. When periods of depression and self-immersion are interrupted by outbursts of hearfelt desire and longing, only to collapse into themselves again. And yet, excruciating as this bittersweet state of mind is, the heart nevertheless seems to also derive pleasure from it.

Compositionwise: 
The track is of the form Intro (@0:00) - Main1 (@0:33) - Main2 (@1:29) - Diversion (@2:19) - Main3(@2:53) - Outro (@3:17)
Overall, the track lives from its sequence of low-energy parts and muffled outbursts. Over time, the track increases in intensity, in two ways: First, its speed increases from the Intro in the Mid 60s to the Low 70s lateron. Moreoever, the melodical intensity of the variations gets increasingly dense (see below) 

The track starts with a low-paced introspect Intro where the left melody line goes up and the right hand down. This contraction in the used space of tones resembles the seclusion of the proponent of our story. The desparation is underlined by sudden crescendos and abrupt falling back into pian(issim)o. This effect is held up throughout the remainder of the track. The left hand in the Intro follows a low-paced half note beat. The right hand first introduces the lead theme that is later varied in the parts (M, M', M'') but then modulates in a unique way that is not repeated throughout the track again.
@ 0:33, the Intro is over and the first of the main parts, Main1, starts. The left hand increases its intensity from here on throughout the track by switching to quarters instead of halfs. The lead theme is modulated with more energy (and will be ever more intense in the later variations of Main). After that, the track goes @0:57 into a series of outbursts and resignations. This series is repeated in Main2 @1:57 in more intensity and a chord inversion higher.
The Diversion is characterised by chord inversions that gently fall down, just like rain that pours down that window that our protagonist stares through. And then reaches the biggest outburst of the whole track.
Finally, after Main3, which includes the most intense version of the lead theme and harmonically altered variation, the piece finishes with a questioning yet pieceful end.

In mastering the piece, after MIDI editing, one of the challenges was to find the right balance between the plaintive metallic overtone-rich outbursts versus a rich and full sound for the resignative parts. I chose the Pianoteq Warm Peterov Mistral (with some minor tweaks) as the piano. On this, I used three basic Cubase-inate effects: (1) some light-touch EQ (a scaled-downversion of Basic Piano), (2) compression (Ratio of 1.8) and (3) Reverb (the Cubase-equivalent of the Goldener Musikvereinssaal in Vienna of course :-)). The mix has been balanced at -1db to allow enough headroom for the streaming services' normalization magic to happen ;-).

Yearning (Piano Miniature)

A huge thank you to my friends, a simple end @mu-ick4no1 and DSKOTECH @user-350566200 for giving me permission to experiment with their amazing tracks.

Music by a simple end and DSKOTECH.
Vocals, Lyrics and Experimental Mix by Wildsilences.

Original tracks here:

a simple end - only the tapes remain:
https://soundcloud.com/mu-ick4no1/2-15-2025-only-the-tapes-remain

DSKOTECH - Empty Highway:
https://soundcloud.com/user-350566200/empty-highway

Lyrics:

"hey mr blues 
this time i won't stumble
and i won't fall again
i will be okay
i'll be okay
no, i won't fall again
this time i won't stumble
this time you will see
I won't fall again
into your arms 
wide open for me"

Silhouettes

I won't fall again (with music by a simple end & DSKOTECH)

"Żeby było miło"

Nagrane w trakcie last-minute gigu 31.05.25 w Zinku, Poznań. Trąbka solo przepuszczona przez efekty, w tle ludzki szum. Miało być przyjemne granie na afterku, taka alternatywa dla DJ-setów. Wyszło to.

***

Recorded during a last-minute gig on 31.05.25 in Zinek, Poznań. Solo trumpet passed through effects, human noise in the background. It was supposed to be a pleasant play at an afterparty, an alternative to DJ sets. This is what came out.

released June 4, 2025

Fau-Fau.Design - okładka / artwork
Michał Czarnecki - mastering
Kacper Sikora - trąbka, efekty / trumpet, effects
Zebrani - morza szum.

Żeby Było Miło by Kacper Sikora (Short Excerpt).

06/17/2025

Imodium

After the lament and the full reckoning with horror of No.5, 6 and 7, this section totally changes the mood. It gives way to a profound solitude. It is voiced by a solitary piano, playing a simple four-part prelude— distant from present events, distant from our time. Its sound harks back to the Baroque era, as if echoing from a world long past.

Pandemic Suite – 08. Preludium

I was sitting around by myself just got to thinking about when I was a kid and the things me and my best friend used to get up to and it occurred to me that through all the years of crazy shit we used to get into from experimenting with drugs to fighting in bars and wrecking cars, we were never dishonest and never took advantage or lied to anyone to get what we wanted.  My best friend would get onto me or anyone else who said "G-dammit" or spoke against God in any way at all. That's just something we didn't do but it was something that was left unspoken but was expected not to be said around us, a token of respect that was not broken. It seemed kind of bass ackwards when comparing it to the things we were doing at the time, but the things we were doing never involved hurting another person, without justification, which was easy enough to get at most of the places we would hang out. Damn I  miss being young and wild and I'm sure my buddy does too, don't you Randy?

We never lied Lyrics & Vocals by Jess Johnson Music by denny darko_beats

Deixa os pulmões buscarem o seu alimento

Produced by Stef Tahlia - www.steftahlia.com - https://soundcloud.com/steftahlia
Written by Sarah Golding and Stef Tahlia

Highway (prod. Stef Tahlia)

**BRAINSTORM: 380 Seconds to Glory or Oblivion**

Prepare yourself for "BrainStorm," an electrifying sonic experience inspired by audacious bank heists, a 380-second rush that will rewire your reality. This isn't just music; it's a digital heist, a synaptic surge that plunges you headfirst into the dataverse, targeting the volatile crypto treasures multiplying in the digital wilds.

From the first note, you're not just listening; you're *in* it.  You *are* the fearless hero, heart pounding, adrenaline spiking as you navigate the treacherous currents of the net.  Every beat, every pulse, is a calculated move in your meticulously planned choreography.  Firewalls crumble, ice melts, and encrypted vaults crack under the weight of your digital prowess.  But this isn't just about cold hard cash anymore; this is about the shimmering, volatile crypto-gold, the digital dragon's hoard that shifts and multiplies with every passing second. The music wraps around you, a captivating essence pulling you deeper into the exhilarating soundscape, a dynamic soundscape that keeps you on the edge of your seat.

Midpoint. 190 seconds. The world glitches, the music momentarily stills. This isn't a game; the stakes are real, even if the world isn't.  Take a breath – if you can.  This is your moment.  Feel the cold calculation of the angles, the echoes of X-Files mysteries whispering in the code. Re-strategize, re-arm your mental payload. The next 190 seconds will define you. The crypto market surges and dips, your target shifting like sand in the wind.

Your skills are your weapons. Your instincts, your compass. Your plan, etched in the white-hot forge of your mind, is your key.  Execute flawlessly, and you'll walk away with a king's ransom in crypto.  Fail, and you'll be another whisper in the static, a forgotten echo in the digital void. The success of your mission balances on the razor's edge, relying on your sharp instincts and meticulous planning.

BrainStorm.  380 seconds.  The rush of a virtual crypto heist envelops you, hurling you into the heart of the adventure. Are you ready to rewrite the code and claim your share of the digital gold rush? This is more than a soundtrack; it's a suspenseful narrative, an adrenaline-pumping thrill ride that will resonate long after the final notes fade.

380 Seconds - Final Remaster

Song from Wastedland I

Cançó de comiat

Welcome to the BrainStorm Experience, where the enchanting realms of music and storytelling unite for an unforgettable adventure. More than just a collection of songs, each track holds a story waiting to be uncovered, inviting you to delve deeper than mere listening and connect with the emotions and narratives intricately woven into every melody. To enrich your journey, we provide insightful notes and timestamps, your guides to discovering the very essence of each composition.

Our vision extends beyond the auditory. We've created a stunning visual experience, transforming your mobile device into a vibrant gallery. As you explore the tracks, each image serves as a companion to the music, encouraging reflection and sparking inspiration.

To further enhance this immersive experience, we gently suggest the use of headphones. While not a necessity, a quality pair can profoundly transform your engagement with the music, revealing subtle details and layers that might otherwise be missed, crafting a rich tapestry of sound that invites a state of blissful relaxation.

At BrainStorm Operations, our core goal is to offer a peaceful escape from the demands of everyday life. With over ten and a half hours of carefully curated content, we aim to provide a seamless journey that helps you unwind and find solace from your daily routine.

As we embark on this magical adventure together, I want to express my sincere gratitude for your support of our vision. Sharing this musical exploration with you is a true privilege. So, please take a moment to settle in, surrender to the rhythms, and enjoy the fluid experience we've crafted just for you. Thank you for being such a valued part of the BrainStorm community.

Warm regards from the flightdeck,

Keith Alban, (and formerly Sven Klitsch)
*Disclaimer*  

I must acknowledge the fantastic source of my artwork: Desktopography - desktopography.net/. I am also a part of three art collectives: Desktopography, depthCORE, and EvokeONE, where I have served as the music director.  

I have been fortunate enough to use their incredible works in this format. The heart of this experience lies in the stunning artwork contributed by the talented artists from all three collectives, lending a unique charm and beauty to the BrainStorm visual treasure.

380 Seconds - Final Remaster

BrainStorm Operations

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