Description

This evocative sample pack, crafted by producer Charles Van Kirk and composer/vocalist Emily Greene, delves deep into the question of extraterrestrial life and what it means for us on Earth. Inspired by cinematic science fiction masterpieces like Arrival and Dune, the duo explores the potential for rich sound design derived from purely human and natural sources. The core concept was to create a sound palette that reflects the eerie, cold, and mysterious essence of space exploration and contact with the unknown, starting with only the human voice.

The creative process involved recording their voices in unusual environments, such as singing through didgeridoos, fans, and resonating spaces. They further enhanced these vocal recordings by blending them with sounds from the natural world—tonal noises from furnaces, motors, and bird sounds captured on the Big Island of Hawaii. These raw audio elements were then processed through multiple layers, using techniques like sampling, re-amping, stretching, and performing through Sensory Percussion and synths. The result is a unique collection of cold, ominous, and captivating drones, chords, and sensory percussion sounds that balance a sense of the familiar with an otherworldly quality.

The samples in this pack maintain an undeniable human essence, making them perfect for adding a haunting, extraterrestrial vibe to any production. Whether used as atmospheric drones or unsettling textures in electronic music or for creating an eerie score for a sci-fi film, these sounds stretch the boundaries of conventional sound design, offering an ideal foundation for sonic exploration. Let these sounds transport you into the unknown, where the line between the human and the alien blurs.