Completed RPMs 2022

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AnomickDreamcasterExperimental, JazzSingle (1 track or 5 minutes)3 music college buddies with interests in artsy lo-fi writing about how we musically process our dreams (sleeping dreams, not career goals)..United States of AmericaCaliforniasunnyvalehttps://anomick.bandcamp.com/track/dreamcaster
Armen YampolskyRPM 2022 EPSinger-SongwriterEP (5 tracks or 20 minutes)My second RPM challengeUnited States of AmericaCaliforniaLos Angeleshttps://soundcloud.com/manovermatter/sets/2022-rpm-challenge
Ask The MonkeyDon't StopIndie, RetroEP (5 tracks or 20 minutes)Ask The Monkey is a writing/recording project from Song Writer/Vocalist/Saxophonist Ed Wynne. The writing process for this EP started with a local ska/reggae band that I was performing with, the band was super fun and sounded great so I nudged the band leader about possibly writing some original material for the band...long story short, nobody in the band could be bothered to contribute or participate so I wrote and recorded some demos myself with the help of a couple horn player friends on one track. I have 7 songs total, here are the 3 Ska tunes, hopefully I can get the 4 reggae songs released soon.United States of AmericaCaliforniaBurbankhttps://edwynne.bandcamp.com/album/dont-stop
BangsplatPrecious Metal-PeopleElectronic, ExperimentalBoxed Set (30 tracks or 100 minutes or higher)I was inspired by ancient robots. The Buddhist scholar Daoxuan (596-667 CE) wrote about "precious metal-people," humanoid automata that recited sacred texts and cried when the Buddha died. René Descartes believed that animals and humans were just biological machines, and had a mechanical doll version of his dead daughter, Francine. Leonardo Da Vinci designed, and may have built, an automaton of a knight in armor.United States of AmericaCaliforniaLos Angeleshttps://bangsplat.bandcamp.com/album/precious-metal-people
biilborbillbSex Gods and Tubby ToddsSpoken Word, ElectronicEP (5 tracks or 20 minutes)Disturbingly harsh ambient music for a spa.United States of AmericaCaliforniaSan Franciscohttps://biilborbillb.bandcamp.com/album/sex-gods-and-tubby-todds
Binary Rythmrpm 2022ElectronicSingle (1 track or 5 minutes)Two tracks were comps with Bandcamp artist C.S. DiCicco.United States of AmericaCaliforniaDavishttps://binaryrythm.bandcamp.com/album/binary-rythm-rpm-2022
BogStompAbyssRockEP (5 tracks or 20 minutes)Abyss is BogStomp’s submission for the RPM Challenge 2022. I suppose the term ‘abyss’ is being used literally and figuratively for many of the songs, but the main theme is perseverance. The songs are simple and get straight to the point. Enjoy.United States of AmericaCaliforniaNovatohttps://alonetone.com/bogstomp/playlists/abyss
Brian J. KennyWith Signs FollowingRock, FolkLP (10 tracks or 35 minutes)I made something unexpected this yer and it is an extension of my last two RPM Albums. I used some loops and programmed drums. Vocals are what I'd call scratch. I ran out of time but I think I got the music right.United States of AmericaCaliforniaAlamedahttps://alonetone.com/brianjkenny/playlists/rpm-2022
BukupandaHigherHip-HopSingle (1 track or 5 minutes)On the Endlesss app, Shamanic sang what you hear as the hook. I built a track around it, wrote and recorded the rhymes, and assembled it in my DAW, Audio Evolution Mobile on iOS. Inspired by my history of mental health struggles and the fight my cousin takes on every day since she suffered brain aneurysms a few years ago. Dedicated to all who try to push on despite the myriad obstacles life might throw in front and dream about rising above it all. Keep on.United States of AmericaCaliforniaStocktonhttps://soundcloud.com/bukupanda/higher-clean-edit
COFFIN WAREHOUSEcelsiusExperimental, NoiseEP (5 tracks or 20 minutes)I'm not sure what I made, but I used a Boss DD-20 Delay & a EQD Hizumitas Fuzz Sustainer.United States of AmericaCaliforniaLos Angeleshttps://coffinwarehouse.bandcamp.com/track/celsius
COFFIN WAREHOUSECOFFIN WAREHOUSEAmbient, ExperimentalEP (5 tracks or 20 minutes)I recorded myself showering & tried to process the audio to highlight the faint resonances from the interactions between the fan & the water.United States of AmericaCaliforniaLos Angeleshttps://coffinwarehouse.bandcamp.com/album/coffin-warehouse-5
Dandy From HomeThe Mold In My Lungs Pt. 1Indie, RockLP (10 tracks or 35 minutes)I went in a bit of rock direction with this one. Life, laziness, and lots of technical difficulties nearly killed this record, so I'm happy I've got SOMETHING to present, and I'm quite happy with how it turned out all things considered. Also, it DOES hit the 35 minute mark, I cheated and made the last song a 5 minute bonus song, it's included if you download the album, don't get your hopes up though, it's just noise hahaUnited States of AmericaCaliforniaPalm Deserthttps://dandyfromhome.bandcamp.com/album/the-mold-in-my-lungs-pt-1
Dane ConoverCosySinger-SongwriterLP (10 tracks or 35 minutes)My goal was to put into song form some ideas that were fragments, sometimes just one line. With a deadline, it was more likely.United States of AmericaCaliforniaSanta Cruzhttps://soundcloud.com/search?q=%23%20rpm%2022%20dane%20conover
Danger PaintersEighteenRock, IndieLP (10 tracks or 35 minutes)12 Original Songs; made the old fashioned way - we worked for it; we made it for the people of earth.United States of AmericaCaliforniaSanta Monicahttps://dangerpainters.bandcamp.com
Eli KramerLook AroundRock, Singer-SongwriterEP (5 tracks or 20 minutes)The computer played drums, I did everything else. Scotty made me do it. It is rock.United States of AmericaCaliforniaSan Franciscohttps://soundcloud.com/user-892922794/sets/look-around?utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing
ensyncrnauts¿where the cat?Electronic, SynthEP (5 tracks or 20 minutes)Meandering repetitive 303 grooves. It isn't Mozart.United States of AmericaCaliforniaSacramentohttps://alonetone.com/ensyncrnauts/playlists/%C2%BFwhere-is-cat%3F
Feeling FuzzyFuzzy FeelingsIndie, Singer-SongwriterEP (5 tracks or 20 minutes)This record is a collection of song concepts that I intend to polish more throughout the year. I made this in my apartment with a combination of live audio and midi with an aim to develop my ability to quickly assemble new songs, without too much overthinking.United States of AmericaCaliforniaSan Franciscohttps://alonetone.com/feelingfuzzy/playlists/fuzzy-feelings---rpm-2022
FirephlyLife HappensAmbient, ElectronicEP (5 tracks or 20 minutes)I made two tracks that came out of two different Endlesss jams. They both spoke to me in entirely different ways. One to the genre of music I really enjoy and the other by the vocals which are very emotive and relatable. I had contributions to work with as well as my own additions and arranged them in Ableton Live.United States of AmericaCaliforniaSanta Cruzhttps://soundcloud.com/firephly/sets/life-happnnes/s-kRBReTEYBK1?utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing
ghostcyclesPortal/VortexField Recording, ExperimentalLP (10 tracks or 35 minutes)I wound up with an 11-track set of recordings, after initially registering for the 'EP' length goal. One of the tracks ('Shelliverse') is a full song, flushed out from a song idea I recorded on my phone in a bathroom last fall. Three tracks are edits from an out-there experimental jam session my friend and I had on a casio keyboard, drum machine, and bass, and the rest are a mix of field recordings, sound bytes, and guitar-based musical ideas I layered together. I really enjoyed getting into the idea of 'place' for this album, and focusing more on the environment around me as inspiration, as well as collaboration, though I ultimately did the final compiling and editing on my own. I used a Tascam four-track as a starting point and had fun just plugging in different microphones, a loop pedal etc and seeing how far I could get. I also made some digital recordings around the area where I live, as well as on a trip to the desert. The whole thing was really just an excuse to drag all my music stuff out, nerd out about audio and recording and once I started, everything became a new idea! My partner and I recorded air vents and coyotes. I got some friends to harmonize on a little song idea with me. It was fun! I mainly made the album to get myself to engage in the process of music and audio again after not doing much since last year's RPM! But it is also dedicated to friends who spent time with me being creative this month, and long-distance friends who support my music. I realized as I was publishing the album that this is the ten-year anniversary of me using the artist name 'ghostcycles'. I haven't put out much music recently so this is for the fans :)United States of AmericaCaliforniaOaklandhttps://ghostcycles.bandcamp.com/album/ghostcycles-and-friends-portal-vortex
Holy MountainsTOURISTIndie, RockLP (10 tracks or 35 minutes)An Americana-tinged guitar and synth record about traveling the desert, heists gone wrong, and alien encounters.United States of AmericaCaliforniaLos Angeleshttp://soundcloud.com/holymountains/sets/tourist
JCDiminished RealityElectronic, AmbientEP (5 tracks or 20 minutes)8 tracks that could be loosely considered a concept album (at least in MY head). Written, performed, recorded , & produced by myself in JC Studios. Enjoy!United States of AmericaCaliforniaSan Franciscohttps://soundcloud.com/jdcandela/sets/diminished-reality
Jon GillespieMaypole Beltway LongshipElectronic, AmbientEP (5 tracks or 20 minutes)I made three droning electronic tracks. All tracks were made on a software recreation of a 1950s Tape Music Studio. I made it for everyone.United States of AmericaCaliforniaWest Whittierhttps://archive.org/details/maypole-beltway-longship
JRCFactsFolk, Singer-SongwriterEP (5 tracks or 20 minutes)5 songs of nylon-string guitar and vocals, interspersed with field recordings. I made this record to get back to where I started songwriting and recording. It was started with my dad in mind, but came to be a more general record for my friends and family. ❤️United States of AmericaCaliforniaSan Pedrohttps://jrcjrcjrc.bandcamp.com/album/facts
LSMThis Is Our StoryAmbient, RockSingle (1 track or 5 minutes)We made a song filled with our love for Final Fantasy X with themes of healing generational trauma. It was heavy and cathartic for us and we hope you love it as much as we do. We definitely put a lot of care and love into it.United States of AmericaCaliforniasunnyvalehttps://lsmmusik.bandcamp.com/track/this-is-our-story
Mamalade RecordsHole in Your HeartSinger-Songwriter, IndieLP (10 tracks or 35 minutes)It’s so hard for me to write a complete song. I often get stuck after one verse/one chorus. This challenge really prompted me to “just do it”.United States of AmericaCaliforniaSan Diegohttps://soundcloud.app.goo.gl/19RpgsQFLRN1zHqz6
MechaniCrashTemperamental InstrumentalsElectronic, IndieEP (5 tracks or 20 minutes)Temperamental Instrumentals is an experiment in creating cool soundtrack-like moods and textures using blues guitars over a driving funky rhythm section.United States of AmericaCaliforniaLos Angeleshttps://soundcloud.com/mechanicrash/sets/temperamental-instrumentals
Moody Judy22Ambient, SoundtrackEP (5 tracks or 20 minutes)all songs are multi track improvisation made only using first takesUnited States of AmericaCaliforniaBIG CITYhttps://soundcloud.com/5canrecords
mrgoettaCan't Spell Rhythm Without HelpElectronic, ComedyLP (10 tracks or 35 minutes)United States of AmericaCaliforniaSan Diegohttps://mrgoetta.bandcamp.com/
muris furderhomeAmbient, ElectronicEP (5 tracks or 20 minutes)Home is an EP about returning back to a familiar place after a long time awayUnited States of AmericaCaliforniaWalnut Creekhttps://soundcloud.com/sf-hockeydude/sets/home-rpm-challenge-2022?utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing
MyfWaneSoundtrack, ExperimentalSingle (1 track or 5 minutes)Electronic / orchestral soundtrack for late night broodingUnited States of AmericaCaliforniaSan Franciscohttps://soundcloud.com/myfcat/wane
NebyoolaeThanks For All The ChipsElectronicEP (5 tracks or 20 minutes)A 5-song EP of chiptune covers of popular songs.United States of AmericaCaliforniaSan Diegohttps://nebyoolae.bandcamp.com/album/thanks-for-all-the-chips
Rick WolfmanGiddy PhantomsGuitar, IndieSingle (1 track or 5 minutes)A song about worries. Featuring synths, guitars, and bass grooves for days (or about 4.5 minutes)United States of AmericaCaliforniasan diegohttps://soundcloud.com/rick-wolfman/giddy-phantoms?utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing
RobohasseHere With Me Now (RPM 2022)ElectronicLP (10 tracks or 35 minutes)I'm dedicating this one to my brother Dave who passed last year January 2021, he used to call me robohasse. This collection of music It's pretty experimental, i aimed to sequence electronic music 'live' then edit it down later. It's intended to be raw, no effects simply a rack and table of synths and a hardware sequencer.United States of AmericaCaliforniaSan Rafaelhttps://alonetone.com/robohasse/playlists/rpm-2022
Roo EazeI Don't Know What This IsElectronic, ExperimentalSingle (1 track or 5 minutes)It's a fever dream of a couple ideas. An ode to parenting, waking up to screen light. Includes some random fun with my son joining a recording session. Just trying to make it for myself, to practice creating without judgement.United States of AmericaCaliforniaCameron Parkhttps://soundcloud.com/andrew-ruiz-34/sets/i-dont-know-what-this-is
StaplegunA Velvet SkylinePunkEP (5 tracks or 20 minutes)I made a My Chemical Romance and Weezer inspired horror punk album with the theme mostly about trying to communicate with the dead. All the songs are connected together, like a story! The majority of these tracks were recorded in my bedroom while qauarinting after being Covid positive. I did a lot of research while writing the lyrics so that they would be as accurate as possible. I made the album for myself, but I hope my songs will resonate with at least one other person.United States of AmericaCaliforniaMurrietahttps://alonetone.com/staplegun/playlists/a-velvet-skyline
stripmall sushiblfnwElectronic, NoiseSingle (1 track or 5 minutes)for fun!United States of AmericaCaliforniaelk grovehttps://stripmallsushi.bandcamp.com/releases
The CyberneticistThe CyberneticistElectronic, ExperimentalBoxed Set (30 tracks or 100 minutes or higher)Generative probability music. The sounds and their parameters were chosen but notes and rhythms were determined by probability.United States of AmericaCaliforniaSan Franciscohttps://colindyer.bandcamp.com/album/the-cyberneticist
the yay groupGood Times Are On The WayIndie, PopSingle (1 track or 5 minutes)We made a Beach Boys inspired chamber pop tune! Full with cello quartet and barbershop quartet, we had a blast creating vocal harmonies. So much buttery and honey-filled lines! We just wanted to make sounds we loved and hope you love them just as much.United States of AmericaCaliforniasunnyvalehttps://theyaygroup.bandcamp.com/track/good-times-are-on-the-way
tiny spoonmickeyPopSingle (1 track or 5 minutes)indie pop!United States of AmericaCaliforniaSunnyvalehttps://tinyspoon.bandcamp.com/track/mickey
Tommy CarmineHop on the Bus - SingleIndie, RockSingle (1 track or 5 minutes)a fun (maybe goofy?) track about taking a trip on a further-inspired ken kesey acid test bus.... you can get in, but your life will be forever changed. recorded 100% remotely with Jimbob Bruno on guitars and steel, Cory Snavely on Drums, Ron Guensche on bass, and vox/keys/written/mixed/mastered/arranged by me. first time here, thanks for listeningUnited States of AmericaCaliforniaOaklandhttps://soundcloud.com/tommycarmine/hop-on-the-bus
X5sOil Thick with FearElectronic, DarkEP (5 tracks or 20 minutes)The EP is a blade runner / dystopian future inspired narrative concept album where we follow a replicant as they attempt to reconcile false memories with the machine overlords. Mainly using Vanguard 3 acid synths, obscurium and Roland Juno patches its a mixture of dark atmosphere with warm synth work. I've always wanted to do more concept albums and RPM gave me the deadline and drive to do it.United States of AmericaCaliforniaSan Diegohttps://x5smedia.bandcamp.com/album/oil-thick-with-fear