I'm sad to report my "Water for Otters" persona hasn't gotten the traction I'd hoped for and with that I'm beginning to phase out that name. Thank you for following me here and I would be honored if you'd follow me on my original Blue Sky account - bsky.app/profile/roge... Peace and love to all. ☮️❤️

I'd like to invite all music lovers to check out my new song When I Fall. This is a folly country tune with a great lyric and an incredible voice. It's on YouTube, youtu.be/VqUjMdYqqPI?...

Tokyo-based ambient master Chihei Hatakeyama blends processed electric guitar and field recordings into warm, meditative soundscapes. Fun fact: He runs his own label White Paddy Mountain supporting other ambient artists.

This is a classical piece, composed about a year ago. This is a fav, hope you like it too. youtu.be/xm6RIj2hhnc?...

Have you ever been to a live ambient music concert? Have you ever considered performing your original ambient music live? My latest post on Substack might interest you - rogeronmusic.substack.com/p/how-an-amb...

So, have you recorded guitar? It's a bit more difficult than it sounds. Here are a few ideas to consider the next time you're picking up your axe to lay down your next track. rogerlsmith.net/tips-tricks-...

While working on the next song, I decided to record some guitar. Real live guitar with yours truly at the pick. Kinda crazy, I haven't recorded myself playing in well over 20 years. Anyhow, the next song may have a slightly more alive feel. Hope you'll stick with me.

Why am I just now learning about Steam Powered Giraffe? I must be living under a rock or something.

Self promotion on the Internet is like whispering under a pillow into the void of space.

The video for Senile Felines has been posted on YouTube. Fans and would be fans should definitely check this out - youtu.be/ezT5_gnvWHA

The best IDM tracks feel like sonic puzzles, rewarding close listening with new details every time you return.

IDM is where the dancefloor meets the mind—complex rhythms and ethereal melodies that invite you to listen as much as move.

Today, Water for Otters is dropping a new song. "Senile Felines" is an ambient/chill tune with an emphasis on bass and drums. Synthy goodness is the icing on the cake - soundcloud.com/water-for-ot...

The official Water for Otters YouTube channel is live - www.youtube.com/@waterforott...

Dive into endless ambient soundscapes on YouTube—perfect for discovering hidden gems, mixes, and rare uploads from around the world!

Looking for ambient music to set the mood? Bandcamp is a goldmine for both classic and contemporary ambient albums, plus your support goes straight to the artists!

Ambient for sleep: Long ambient tracks are popular on YouTube for sleep, often lasting 1–8 hours to help people drift off peacefully. 😴🌙 #SleepMusic

Hey y'all - got an Instagram started, c'mon over and join in the fun! www.instagram.com/waterforotte...

Used in hospitals: Some hospitals have quiet rooms with ambient music to help patients relax and recover. 🏥❤️ #Healing

it takes courage to write music without words

Boost your focus: Moderate ambient noise has been found to enhance creativity and productivity—ideal for work or study sessions! 📚💡 #Focus

Stress relief: Research shows ambient music can lower anxiety and help people feel more at ease, making it great for daily stress management. 🧘‍♀️✨ #MentalHealth

Nature meets sound: Many ambient tracks blend natural sounds like rain, birds, or waves with synths to create soothing soundscapes. 🌧️🐦 #NatureSounds

Ambient music is everywhere: From yoga studios to study playlists, it’s the go-to for calm, focus, and relaxation. 🌿 #Relax

Did you know? Ambient music was named by Brian Eno in the 1970s—he described it as “as ignorable as it is interesting.” Perfect for background listening! 🎶 #AmbientMusic

So, yes, some songs have been uploaded to SoundCloud. Here's one you might enjoy - soundcloud.com/water-for-ot...

I'm a firm believer that music is much more rewarding to listen to than watching TV or movies. Proof: watching TV or movies would be incredibly boring without the music they add.

I get an incredible amount of pleasure from listening to music; even more from making my own.

I'd like to invite all you cool music lovers to check out my first batch of tracks over on SoundCloud. soundcloud.com/water-for-ot...

Just 10-15 minutes of relaxing music daily for a few weeks can improve focus, reduce stress, and foster inner calm. #AmbientMusic

I'm pretty confident the first official Water for Otters song will be released in the next few weeks. Please follow for all the details.

Ambient and minimalist compositions, like Max Richter’s "Sleep," are designed to help listeners drift peacefully into sleep. #AmbientMusic

Relaxing music can help you eat more mindfully by slowing down your pace and enhancing your awareness of fullness and taste. #AmbientMusic

Listening to relaxing music boosts serotonin and endorphin levels, hormones that enhance mood and happiness. #AmbientMusic

Relaxing music lowers blood pressure and heart rate, making your heartbeat more regular and reducing arrhythmias. #AmbientMusic

fyi - these are a few songs that will be on the first album. hope you'll have a listen - waterforotters.bandcamp.com

made progress on the next song tonight. hoping to release the first album next year. hope you'll follow along.

Playing or listening to relaxing music enhances brain function, improving reasoning, spatial-temporal abilities, and communication between brain hemispheres.

Relaxing music can reduce the perception of pain by triggering endorphin release and strengthening the immune system. #AmbientMusic

Nature sounds in relaxing music, like rain or ocean waves, have a cathartic effect and can improve concentration, especially in children with ADHD. #AmbientMusic

The song "Weightless" by Marconi Union is scientifically proven to be one of the most effective tracks for reducing heart rate, respiration, and brain activity to relieve stress. #AmbientMusic - so are otters.

Listening to relaxing music before a nap can improve both subjective and objective sleep quality in some people. #AmbientMusic

Someday, far in the future, someone will be thinking to him/herself, "damn, water for otters is frickin' awesome", and that makes me all warm inside.

So, the first batch of songs has been published on BandCamp. All of these will be on the first album, you can listen to them all as many times as you like. They're all #ambient / #instrumental. waterforotters.bandcamp.com

Melophobix is a local band and this song is freakin' awesome. West Michigan bands are incredible. youtu.be/gg4qnkRzSvQ?...

Really good playlists, every week - open.spotify.com/playlist/0jW...

Introducing Water for Otters on #NewMusicFriday - open.substack.com/pub/rogeronm...

It's official, today marks the launch of a new musical project. Water for Otters will be delivering only the finest original instrumental music for chilling or dreaming. Follow along, this journey has only just begun.