Welcome back, wanderers.
Here’s a glimpse at what’s been unfolding across the soundscapes and story realms of Other Worlds Than These this week — from long-awaited releases to quiet signals stirring beneath the surface.
From the Studio
Artwork in Progress for August Single
Final touches are underway for the next single, scheduled for release this August. The artwork is nearly complete, and the plan is to have everything uploaded to the distributor by week’s end. Once it’s locked in, I’ll announce the title and release date from my official music site and across my socials. (P.S. If you haven’t subscribed there yet, now’s a good time!)
Prepping the Return of Monday Musings from Maestoso
Behind the curtain, I’ve been working hard on the re-launch of my monthly show Monday Musings from Maestoso. It’ll cover music updates, RPG highlights, and plenty of oddball moments. While you wait, check out this blast from the past—a 2021 segment where I explain how I almost died!
Check it out below!
Misty Cam Moments Incoming
While prepping the show, I’ve also been getting things ready for spontaneous appearances from Misty Cam. If you don’t know Misty, she’s my blind Shih Tzu and studio supervisor—rescued by my daughter from the middle of the road over a year ago. She regularly joins me in the studio to offer stern critiques and protect her kibbie. Expect to see a lot more of her in upcoming videos and livestreams on my YouTube artist channel. Be sure to subscribe so you don’t miss her floofy insights!
Reviews from the Aural Realms
No full review this week—but the next one is well underway! I’ve been deep in listening mode, absorbing the sounds and shaping thoughts for the next entry in the series. I’m aiming to have it published in just a few days, so be sure to subscribe here to catch it when it drops (and to find out which artist and album I’ve been diving into 👀).
From the Table
Thornwood's Shadow
The next session of Thornwood’s Shadow is on deck to be recorded this week! I’ve made some major upgrades to my audio and video setup in preparation for relaunching multiple content series—this one included. It’s taken a bit longer than expected to dial everything in just right, but the improvements will be worth the wait. Stay tuned for more eerie forest encounters and mysterious happenings soon…
Of course, you’ll want to subscribe to The Old Bard’s Den YouTube channel for that.
Below is a sample of what you can expect.
Coming Up
There’s more on the way—and a few surprises I’m keeping tucked up my sleeve for now.
If you enjoy these weekly updates, music releases, or RPG content, the best way you can support me is by sharing this post with someone who might enjoy it too. Word of mouth goes a long way for independent creators like me, and I appreciate every bit of it. 💜
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