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Since its inception in 2019, the Sleeplaboratory compilation albums have been dedicated to exploring the interplay between Ambient music and sleep. Each volume gathers a diverse range of artists from around the world, who are invited to craft a piece of music which provides either a sense of calm or a subdued, minimal aesthetic.

Building on its four predecessors, Sleeplaboratory5.0 introduces a range of Ambient styles, from cinematic orchestral tones to hushed drones, delicate guitar passages, fractured piano notes, and deep bass textures. This edition welcomes back label previous label contributors such as Henrik Meierkord, Feeling Flying, The Bird’s Companion, Knivtid, and Calm Pieces. Their work is interwoven with contributions from new names to Whitelabrecs, offering a glimpse of potential future collaborations and releases.

As with all Whitelabrecs releases, the physical edition of Sleeplaboratory5.0 will feature companion artwork where the photographer had the same brief, to create something around the theme of sleep. This time, George Korunov’s evocative visuals adorn the four-panel sleeve, continuing our creative partnership. The deep blue and purple hues of these abstract images are suitably dreamlike, suggestive of clouds, of forest and of hard to place memories. The album is designed for versatile listening experiences, whether played quietly on headphones at night, softly through speakers in a dimly lit room, or as a soothing background companion to your day. The Sleeplaboratory series taps into the restorative qualities of both sleep and Ambient music.

Credits:
Curated by Harry Towell
Executive mastering by James Edward Armstrong
Mastering for tracks 2, 6, 7 arranged by the artists
Artwork by George Korunov
Art and design by Andrew Heath
All rights reserved with the artists

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An electronic composition, original sounds created in Pure Data.

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Ghost' is a dark ambient and atmospheric dream EP crafted by cinematic ambient composer Michael D. Tidwell and experimental dreamscape artist Piscean Daydreams.

Tracklist Highlights:

1️⃣ Calming Shadow – A tranquil yet haunting introduction that sets the tone with soothing drones and delicate harmonics.

2️⃣ Faint Whisper of a Wraith – Ethereal melodies that drift like ghostly murmurs, evoking mystery and longing.

3️⃣ Ghost – The title track and heart of the EP, blending dark ambient textures with transcendent tones to create a deeply immersive experience.

4️⃣ Return to the Netherworld – A brooding journey through unseen realms, filled with layered atmospherics and powerful crescendos.

5️⃣ The Lost Soul – A poignant conclusion, evoking introspection as it fades into expansive, dreamlike soundscapes.

With its fusion of cinematic storytelling and emotive sound design, 'Ghost' offers a deeply immersive experience perfect for late-night reflection, meditative focus, or creative inspiration. Each track explores the delicate balance between light and shadow, leaving listeners captivated by its haunting beauty.

Produced and mixed by Michael D. Tidwell and JJ Rogalski (Piscean Daydreams)
Mastered by Dionis Afonichev (Dionisaf)
Cover art by JJ Rogalski (Piscean Daydreams)
Cover design by Dionis Afonichev (Dionisaf)

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