a nomadic sonic journey around the world
Lumut, Perak, Malaysia, Yesterday I went to Pulau Pangkor, I did 2 hours motorbike, then took the ferry from Lumut, I rented another bike there and went around the island. It is not very big, but I found very interesting Read More …
Kampar, Perak, Malaysia, Yesterday I woke up early and went near the residence in the lake area. They have something like a fish farm probably which attracts colonies of birds. You can hear the chatter of thousands of birds from Read More …
Kampar, Perak, Malaysia, Yesterday morning I went around Gopeng to discover and see if any interest in this area. I stumbled across a nice village in the countryside, but everything was closed and not accessible. I felt I wasted the Read More …
Ipoh, Perak, Malaysia, Yesterday I went recording at an old dredge from an abandoned tin mining site. It was an interesting trip, only 20 minutes away from my place. I started recording a new video explaining my custom recording kit. Read More …
Kampar, Perak, Malaysia, Yesterday morning I went record around the residence. They have built these streets that look like Disneyland decor. Disney Avenue, and Castle Avenue. At sunrise, the light is beautiful, but the sound is better. I know this Read More …
Kampar, Perak, Malaysia, Yesterday, I worked at the lounge study, The morning I recorded from the balcony. I continue working on the same material, not much achievement but things take time and I like when I deliver something mature, not Read More …
Kampar, Perak, Malaysia, Yesterday morning I went to visit the newly painted murals. It is in the old town, in a small alley along the main road. I captured some ambience with my custom kit. There was nobody again. It Read More …
Kampar, Perak, Malaysia, So I just skipped one day in the journal, not much interesting, the day before yesterday was a low day with bad energy, couldn’t do much. However Yesterday was really interesting, I finally went to the big Read More …
Kampar, Perak, Malaysia, I have not much to say today, I still want to write something. I have not found myself very prolific lately, I feel I am doing effort in vain. Working on editing some past projects, I have Read More …
Kampar, Perak, Malaysia, Yesterday I stayed in Kampar, and I found time flew by so fast. My impression was that the day went by and I was not productive as I would like to be, but after all, I did Read More …
Kampar, Perak, Malaysia, Well, I’m glad I went to Ipoh this weekend. It made me change of scenery after 2 months of being stuck in the same district because of MCO (movement Control Order). Going for a 1 night / Read More …
Ipoh, Perak, Malaysia, So I failed to write my journal entry Yesterday, I guess there was not so much to write, but also because I didn’t feel so well (haven’t slept correctly) the day before. So it is virtually the Read More …
Kampar, Perak, Malaysia, Yesterday was more of a studious day staying at the Chatto cafe working. I probably ate way too much yesterday, hence I didn’t sleep well at night, and this day I don’t feel very good. So I’ll Read More …
Kampar, Perak, Malaysia, Yesterday I got absorbed in the task of implementing the new theme on the website, it’s a longer process than I previously thought. But I will eventually be very proud of the end result. Today I am Read More …
Kampar, Perak, Malaysia, They announced inter-district travel allowed from Friday, so I will be able to go around Perak. However still can’t cross state. It’s good enough for now, the state of Perak is big. I received an email from Read More …
Kampar, Perak, Malaysia, Nothing very new under the sky. I have been thinking of experimenting my own SASS using DIY foam. I would love to make it 4 channels, something like a double SASS system. I don’t know if that Read More …
Kampar, Perak, Malaysia, 50 days today of daily writing. I can say it is a nice exercise. Some days I don’t want to write anything, some other days I could write a book. All in all I feel it is Read More …
Kampar, Perak, Malaysia, Here, activities have now returned to a similar level as it was before MCO. The streets of Bandar lama (the old town) are full of human life, shops have reopened, which is in complete contrast to the Read More …
Kampar, Perak, Malaysia, Yesterday, I extended my stay for 2 more weeks. Since travels to other districts or states is not allowed, there is not so much choice. Also yesterday started the MOOC I registered in. It’s an online course Read More …
Kampar. Perak, Malaysia, Yesterday I was looking at various gear parts and accessories and would order to make them ship here. I am worried to make ship from USA. so I have been searching for more local stuff. I am Read More …
Kampar, Perak, Malaysia, Another day, another CMCO day, same place, same city, same routine, same job, no philosophical thinking about Today or Yesterday. I receive the Clippy EM272 mics from Micbooster in UK, I had to pay import tax. I Read More …
Kampar, Perak, Malaysia, Yesterday, I went back running/jogging in the morning which I had unfortunately left in favor of going to the gym (since it reopened). I can say taking fresh air is very beneficial. Then I met my friend, Read More …
Kampar, Perak, Malaysia, We are still under CMCO and we are not allowed to travel to other districts, so I am limited to stay around this area. Nothing much to say about Yesterday. I have been scouting some accessories that Read More …
Kampar, Perak, Malaysia, Yesterday I received my twist ties that help create mic holder on the go. So I decided to try this out, record in the field and make a video about it. I created a post with the Read More …
I received new twist ties (called gear Tie), they are meant to replace the old ones I have used. I took this opportunity to shoot a quick video and show the new twist ties in action in the field.
Kampar, Perak, Malaysia, I have been reluctantly looking at the new program contest called “Sound of The Year Awards”. I have been considering participating . This could lead to potential recognition in the field. Some big names are associated and Read More …
Kampar, Perak, Malaysia, I am impressed and little scared at how fast days go by. I have the feeling I don’t achieve much in one day. I am not sure if it has always been this way, my memory tells Read More …
Kampar, Perak, Malaysia, Yesterday was a day very similar than other days., really nothing more lately. I went to a different tea shop to get some work, then the light at sunset was beautiful I did some photos near a Read More …
Kampar, Perak, Malaysia, Yesterday since they announced end of MCO, I thought inter-district travels would be allowed but it is not happening. Inter-district travels are still forbidden, so I will have to stay here at least until March 4th. It Read More …
Kampar, Perak, Malaysia, Yesterday, I got my recorder back from the dragon path, and found out the sd card failed at some point. Half the recordings are blank, meaning I have only one night of recordings. The recorder automatically splits Read More …
Kampar, Perak, Malaysia, Yesterday was more interesting for many reasons, I still have my recorder in the forest dragon path. I will get it out today. Gyms reopened. And barber also are allowed to function so I got my haircut. Read More …
Kampar, Perak, Malaysia, I feel Yesterday was Sunday lazy day, the similitude of my days are impacting on my motivation, but also because I have no one to relate on. I still have not found a coach or mentor, or Read More …
Kampar, Perak, Malaysia, Yesterday, another routine day with a taste of Saturday. I went run, and had my Malay class which I am really happy with. The teacher is very good. I managed some post on social media, I went Read More …
Kampar, Perak, Malaysia So Yesterday we finally got back to the same trail and went hike onto the Dragon path! An entire loop. Not a big hike but just enough to get immersed and stay healthy. With no surprise there Read More …
Kampar, Perak, Malaysia, Yesterday I went working with my friend at cafes, since we are now allowed back to do so. In the evening it was Chinese New Year’s Eve. I could hear and see some fireworks in the sky. Read More …
Kampar, Perak, Malaysia, Now it’s been 1 month I stayed in Kampar. Due to MCO I was oblige to stay put here. It’s also officially 11 months that I stayed in Malaysia. How time goes fast! Yesterday they re-opened the Read More …
Kampar, Perak, Malaysia, Yesterday I had an unforeseen task that popped up and took away all my day. I had to change mailing service platform for my mailing list. I thus had to compare all available solutions available, and try Read More …
Kampar, Perak, Malaysia, Today is the 19th day of MCO in Perak, a semi-lock down. Cannot go travel more than 10km. I am in a student city with various university and I can perceive that it is reflecting onto my Read More …