This Week in Immersive Audio: 24 March 2025
This Week In Immersive Audio is my weekly roundup of news from the spatial audio world and new Atmos releases from the previous week. If no engineer is listed on a release, I was unable to find the credit. Please get in touch if it was you or if you know who it was!
Singles
undressed by sombr
In "undressed," sombr delivers an indie pop reflection on the painful process of moving on. The Dolby Atmos mix elevates this poignant track, with vocal layers enveloping the listener. I love the backing vocals in the chorus, especially the song’s a capella closing.
southbound by Artemas
Artemas’ "southbound" drives forward with a rugged, purposeful energy, and the Atmos mix brings its raw dynamics to life. The deep bass anchors the track while swirling synths and deliciously processed vocals move with surprising fluidity around you. The spatial design subtly positions instruments to reflect the song’s journey, with the whispers and punchy percussion surrounding the listener like a hot, sweaty house party. The wub wub bouncing across at 2:05 is a highlight of use of movement in an Atmos mix.
Love Me To Heaven by The Jonas Brothers
In "Love Me To Heaven," the Jonas Brothers embrace their pop-rock roots with a touch of dreamy reverie, and the Dolby Atmos mix is an ideal fit. The vocal harmonies soar above the mix, wrapping around your senses, while the guitars are crisp and clear, yet full of texture. The track's dynamic range comes to life in Atmos, where subtle reverb effects give the chorus a larger-than-life feel. It’s a lush, airy pop anthem with a spatial design that amplifies its uplifting emotional punch.
News
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