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DominiqueXavier - Calmly Waiting

Seven Sisters

Mother Earth

Fern

All this pain that I got
The drugs, it wont stop it...
Hello, Houston
I think we have a problem

AP♥LLO 13

Streams And Dreams

Sunset Skyline (Forest Version)

About a month ago, I launched and announced Headphone Community – a special place where independent artists can connect with their supporters in an intimately curated space. The first and currently featured artist is James Murray, whose music I have been covering for over a decade now. We’re only halfway through the month, and so far, I have already published an exclusive track premiere [unavailable anywhere else], an interview with Murray [he’s usually very reserved about sharing his process and technique], and a shout-out to his imprint Slowcraft [including a 50% off discount code to anything in the label’s catalogue, exclusive to the members]. And, yes, I tend to believe that for only $1 a month, as a subscriber, you get immense value for your contribution, not to mention that every dollar raised will go back to the artist! So, I feel very optimistic about the entire project and (on some mornings) proud.

But there is another thing that has been happening behind the scenes. As I began to highlight this artist and spend more time with his sound throughout the month, I started to truly connect with his music on a level much deeper than ever before. Yes, I have already lauded his 2022 album, Careful Now, as one of the best of that year, but as I listened to it again and again and again, it started to open up beyond its sonic medium. It became more than just music – a conversation between a composer and a listener, and suddenly… I really heard. This active and heightened experience of listening reminded me of the very early days of discovering the beauty of music – when I used to nestle with an album for months and years at a time. In the last greatly accelerating decades of social media, algorithms, and time-sliced attention spans, I feel like I’ve been robbed of that. And now, I’m bringing it all back. 

Today’s track premiere is from Murray’s upcoming EP, Clearings, scheduled to be released via Home Normal in April. It’s an alternative mix of one of the pieces from Careful Now, showcasing the evolution of the track with an intimate glimpse into its transition and the final shape. Read more about this alternate version directly from James on Headphone Community.

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TRACK PREMIERE : James Murray - Clearings (Unmasked Mix)

left with a second

Cinematic chill-lounge concept album that traces the emotional arc of a single day in my beloved coastal city — from pre-dawn stillness to midnight introspection. Each instrumental track captures a moment in time, blending ambient textures, downtempo grooves, and minimalist sound design to evoke memory, movement, and mood. This is not music for dancing — it’s music for feeling, drifting, and returning to where your heart never left.

All That Lingers - Part I

This Moment

Back in Time Part V

All is Lost

Niclas is a professional composer and producer from the vibrant city of Stockholm, Sweden. He possesses a profound passion for creating mesmerizing music that transcends boundaries. His musical journey began at the tender age of 7 when he embarked on a classical music education, learning the intricacies of the piano.

By day, Niclas employs his skills to score a diverse range of projects, including films, series, advertisements, and games. His key strength is to capture the essence of visual narratives and translate them into captivating musical compositions.

However, Niclas' artistic endeavors extend beyond scoring for clients. Since 2021 and under various aliases, he explores a wide range of musical genres, including ambient, lounge, chill house, trance and techno. During this short period he has already gained millions of streams and support from several DJ legends along with no 1 position on the Beatport charts.

When it comes to his works released under his real name, Niclas's compositions primarily delve into the ethereal realms of ambient and cinematic music. By blending classical storytelling techniques with contemporary electronic vibes and soundscapes, Niclas wants to create a transcendent experience where listeners can immerse themselves, conjuring vivid visuals and painting their own unique narratives based on the music they hear.

For sync, mentoring program or other enquiries please send a message to info(at)niclaslundqvist.com.

Sunset Skyline (Forest Version)

Niclas Lundqvist

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