SoundClick artist: IF (USA) - Ethereal sound scapes set against cohesive ambient movement, coinhabiting space and time by soulful

Like many creative people, my childhood dream of getting the sounds, modulated rythums and movement of sound, which throughout my life has resonated within my mind, out into the open for others to hear, explore and enjoy, eluded me for many years.

My life was fraught to angst and turmoil. I ended up homeless, hungry and alone. Through the course of recovery I embarked upon a path of spiritual awakening. A path which has taken me across our nation and remote places throughout the world. I now own all that a possess, my home, vehical and all, and live a life free from debt.

In 2003 I invested in the construction and furnishing of an Art & Recording Studio, and set out to capature that previously lost dream. Last year, I quit my lucrative professional career in the Insurance Industry, and began the process that getting my work out to the people.

What you will find here, in my work, is the colmination of my lifes experience and the realization of that once lost dream.

Why this name?

In Highschool I opened a Collegiate Dictionary to the word "IF." Four pages were dedicated to the definition of the word, in 10 point type. The physical Universe is one of "Cause & Effect." IF, is a spiritual word. Everything is possible, IF. --- "IF this occurs, that will result." I choose to be called IF for 2 reasons: I love the word; if it were not for the "IF Factor" occurring in my life, I would have died long ago. And secondly, if not for the "IF Factor," I would have nothing to share with you now.

Do you play live?

Not as of yet, but own the equiptment and possess capability to do so.

How, do you think, does the internet (or mp3) change the music industry?

It certainly has created new market opportunity.

Would you sign a record contract with a major label?

Definately, yes. I hate marketing myself. Presently in the market for a Manager, or Management Team.

Band History:

IF - is just one man, making the music of many. I studied Classical Guitar in my youth and became a Drummer in my teens, part of an great band for a season. Years latter I trained under top-professionals in live sound reenforcement as well as studio recording and mix down.

IF began as previously stated, in 2003.

Your influences?

Life, experience in the spiritual world and the sounds in my head are all the influence I need.

Favorite spot?

There are so many.

Equipment used:

A midi keyboard plugged into a box filled with a world of possibilities. It is astonishing what one man might accomplish in our day.

Anything else...?

My work is pure art. I am an explorer of the mysteries of the Universe we occupy, the music I produce is the result of that exploration, and will not fit neatly into any one genre or catagory. However, people who would never have otherwise listen to or enjoy Techno/Eletronica, all find something of interest in my work. --- My 10 year goal is to create for the movies, to Direct.

I'm a fan!