Welcome back, wanderers.
This week in the realms of sound and story, a cinematic teaser for Epica stirs the senses, Spotify unveils a curated journey through my musical worlds, and the Aural Realms echo with reflections on ambient legends. Meanwhile, new adventures at the tabletop loom on the horizon—and the next single is already taking shape.
From the Studio
Epica – Cinematic Teaser Released
This week, I released a cinematic teaser for Epica, the title track from the full album of the same name. It’s a stirring preview that captures the heart of the composition — dramatic, emotional, and expansive.
🎬 Watch the teaser below and let me know: would you be interested in a full-length video for this track?
Epica: A Visual Ambient Journey Begins
A brand-new Visualizer Series for my album Epica has officially launched! Each day, I’m premiering a new video that brings one track from the album to life through immersive visuals and sound — beginning with “Remote Isolation” and continuing daily in album order.
These videos are designed to enhance the cinematic experience of Epica, whether you’re writing, relaxing, or just exploring other worlds.
Spotify Playlist Update: "This Is Keith Richie"
Spotify has officially launched the “This Is Keith Richie” playlist — a curated collection of my most resonant and cinematic tracks. From ambient soundscapes to emotional orchestral pieces, this playlist is a great way to explore the full range of my musical journey. Whether you’re a longtime listener or just discovering my work, it’s a perfect place to dive in, revisit old favorites, or share with someone new.
Reviews from the Aural Realms
This week saw the addition of two new explorations into music that stirs the soul and fuels imagination:
🔹 Pacific Coast Highway – Christopher Franke
A deeply personal reflection on one of my all-time favorite albums. Pacific Coast Highway is more than just music — it’s a touchstone in my creative life. In this review, I revisit the album’s emotional landscapes, break down each track, and share the powerful role it’s played throughout the years.
👉 Read the full review
🔹 Carbon Based Lifeforms – Artist Review
Instead of focusing on a single album, this review dives into the full discography of one of ambient music’s most beloved duos. From dreamy textures to cosmic journeys, Carbon Based Lifeforms has consistently shaped the genre — and left a lasting mark on me as both a listener and creator.
👉 Read the full review
🎶 And don’t forget — you can now follow the Reviews from the Aural Realms playlist on Spotify, featuring tracks mentioned in each review:
👉 Follow the Playlist
From the Table
Gearing Up for New Adventures
Behind the scenes, I’ve been reconfiguring gear and refining my workflow to prepare for a fresh wave of Solo TTRPG recordings. That includes new sessions from my ongoing solo campaigns and the start of recordings for Society of the Green Feather — our weekly group game that’s been unfolding in rich and unexpected ways.
The dice are about to roll again. Stay tuned…
Coming Up
August Single in the Works
I’m currently finalizing the next monthly single, set for release in August — with a tentative release date of August 15th.
🎶 Details will go out first to subscribers of my Music mailing list, so if you want early info and updates straight to your inbox, you can sign up here:
👉 https://pages.krichie.com/subscribe
Stay tuned — more details soon!
Until the next door opens
The wheel keeps turning.
Thank you again for being part of these other worlds than these — whether you come for the sound, the story, or the strange in-between places where both meet.
See you in the next clearing…
and we’ll palaver a while.
Long days and pleasant nights,
— Keith Richie
Maestoso – Gunslinger of Sound | The Old Bard