Ambient Sounds of Arizona

There was a rain storm in the Phoenix Metro area one winter morning as I drove to work. The day started out dreary, but the dog and I still did our morning walk as there was a break in the rain. The time it took me to get ready for the day was enough to let the next wave of rain showers sneak in.

The drive was peaceful enough. Not too many people afraid of the rain as usual.

When I got to work, I was a bit early so I sat in the par...

A cool winter morning here in Phoenix, AZ. The rain is a mist and very light. Just enough to cover the sky and make the planes coming into Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport fly a little lower than usual on their approach. Of which, we are in the flight path of.

There’s a gentle hum from our heat pump that stays on throughout the session that is an excellent brownian-type noise. Sure to help your brain do some relaxing as it did mine.

A fe...

Join us on a mesmerizing journey as we embark on a road-trip from the bustling city of Phoenix, Arizona, towards the serene mountains of Payson. In this special episode, we invite you to sit back, relax, and immerse yourself in the soothing symphony of ambient sounds, capturing the essence of our tranquil drive.

As we venture into the open road, the gentle hum of the engine becomes our melodic companion, harmonizing with the rhythm...

As you embark on this journey with me to get a car wash, dive into the mix of ambient sounds that are all around you. The busy traffic creates a pleasant rhythm that blends with the lively energy of the city. The soft sound of engines mixes with occasional honking, forming a vibrant chorus of city life.

As we approach intersections, the you’ll hear snippets of conversations, lives intersecting for a brief moment. The voices blend t...

In this episode, join me as I embark on a culinary adventure right in my own backyard in Phoenix, Arizona. I'll be cooking up a delicious meal using the traditional method of cooking over a campfire and hot coals. The crackling of the fire and the sizzling of the ingredients create a symphony of ambient sounds that harmonize with the natural surroundings.

As the flames dance and the wood burns, I carefully prepare a foil pack f...

In this episode, we invite you to immerse yourself in the tranquil ambiance of nature, where you will experience the delightful sounds that my backyard has to offer.

Picture yourself sitting by a crackling campfire, nestled in the heart of Phoenix, Arizona. Feel the gentle breeze on your face and listen to the soothing sounds of the wind, creating a sense of calm and tranquility. The subtle rustling of leaves and the soft whistling...

A beautiful Saturday morning in Phoenix, Arizona. The sun was shining, the Fall weather of 76 degrees, the birds chirping. It all made for a really nice calm start to the rest of my day.

I hope you enjoy this one. Listening back to it while editing brought me such calm and peaceful feelings.

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The evenings are getting very nice here in Phoenix. Join me and my dog on a cool evening walk around our neighborhood. You’ll hear her shaking her harness every now and then. Cars passing by on the road and even some other strange sounds that I never could pinpoint.

Walk with us and enjoy the ambience!

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Join me on a morning walk around the casino I stayed at while in Las Vegas, Nevada on a work trip and a few others that surround it. You’ll hear that I adventure outside a bit as the Bellagio is not directly connected on the Mall end to another casino.

I didn’t get to see the fountains going off as they were under maintenance and only working for a few hours of the day.

Enjoy the music as I walk around and listen hard for a few “wi...

Join me as I travel for a work conference from Phoenix, Arizona all the way to Las Vegas, Nevada. A 45 minute flight is really not super satisfying for someone who likes the journey part of travel. This track is from the departure gate at Sky Harbor International Airport until I get seated on the plane and we are taxi’ing to the runway.

It’s a bit too loud to record properly from my phone during takeoff and in the air, so I removed...

If you didn’t know already, I love public transit and trains.

Riding home from a Phoenix Diamondbacks game on a Saturday evening. The beauty of it is that most of the people on the train were from the game. Such a good thing to use public transportation when possible.

The sounds of people talking, the announcements in a semi-robotic voice, the doors opening and closing. It’s all wonderful to me.

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A very hot evening walk with my dog. Still around 103 degrees at 8:30pm at night. Enjoy the sounds of the neighborhood. Traffic sounds, my dog shaking her body out and her collar making jangly noises, and the sound of footsteps as I walk alongside her.

These evening walks have become such a necessary routine. Our pup is only a few years old and so has lots of energy as she sleeps most of the day. When I work from home I try to take...

The first below 80 degree morning here in Phoenix. While the temperature did jump back up above 100 degrees F, this small reprieve was well met. I grabbed a book and a smoke and went out on the patio to enjoy the warm, but not too hot breeze. Turns out the birds in the area had the same idea and I was serenaded for about 20 minutes. Well, they clearly chose singing instead of reading. But the principle remains similar.

Enjoy this c...

Late one evening, my wife and I were startled by some rather loud thunder followed shortly after by rain and heavy wind. The wind died down, but the rain came down harder. I managed to grab my phone and tripod just fast enough to get catch a lull in the storm that then magnifies in intensity quite gradually.

Later, after the rains had past, I captured a beautiful picture of the lightning storm moving across the city. And on my iPho...

I love eating breakfast on the beach, specifically at Hennessey’s Taven just off the Hermosa Beach Pier. It’s technically part of the Strand, an area near Hermosa Beach that has shopping, food, nightlife, and more.

Whenever I visit this town I try to eat breakfast at Hennessey’s at least once. The food is great and they serve a great pint of Guinness. Listen with me as I eat my breakfast, the patrons around me talk and chit ch...

In this episode, I invite you to take a moment to slow down and tune in to the soothing sounds of the ocean waves breaking on the shore at Hermosa Beach, California. This episode is a chance for you to simply be present in the moment and let the sounds of nature wash over you.

As you listen, you'll hear the gentle lapping of the waves as they roll in and out, the occasional cries of birds, and the murmur of families and people ...

If you’ve been following along, I spent some time in California visiting some close friends. They live in Hermosa Beach, CA and are less than a mile from the beach. Whenever I visit them, I love spending the morning at the beach by myself. They are both night owls and I, am not. So we spend most of the day and evening together, then I get my mornings to be calm and reset my brain a bit listening to the waves, having breakfast by th...

Taking a train across the country has always been a dream of mine, since I was a child. I remember watching my Dad build model railroads and towns, which sparked my fascination with trains. However, as I entered my teens and 20s, my interest waned. It wasn't until my 30s that I rediscovered my love for trains and traveling by rail.

I had been looking forward to this trip for a long time, and it did not disappoint. I was traveli...

I have a somewhat newly found love for trains and train travel. In the Southwest, we don’t have too many that carry people to other states. That said, I’ve been really excited to take a trip via Amtrak train and found a great opportunity.

A good friend of mine was going to be recovering from knee surgery out in Hermosa Beach, California and that was a great reason to go see him… and of course be a bit selfish and book my trip via t...