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Astraea 🍄
@astr-a.bsky.social
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Experimental music & sound design. Dwelling in Ukraine woods with Stelle. Creating ambient, mathgaze & meticulous sonic landscapes. 🌘

Commissions: Open 🎧

Support & music here :> linktr.ee/astr_a
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Astraea 🍄 @astr-a.bsky.social · 8d
"May It Never Wake" has an official release date: September 18th! 🍄

Pre-saves are live. If you want to support the track, saving it ahead of time helps a lot with the algorithms:
push.fm/ps/wlhbm7sj

#IndieMusic #MusicProducer #IndieArtist #Spotify #GameAudio #GameDev
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I don't know what to post rn, sooooooo... I'm posting my #cat photos😺

And asking everyone to pre-save my upcoming release 🦐(Now I'm obsessed with #shrimp)
push.fm/ps/wlhbm7sj

#IndieMusic #MusicProducer #IndieArtist #MusicianSky #Experimental #GameAudio #GameDev
September 10, 2026 at 6:35 PM
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Technically, gender dysphoria isn't a disability, but living through it before starting HRT is still extremely hard. People can't really see it from the outside, and explaining why you feel awful isn't always safe.
#IDW_bsky
September 8, 2026 at 9:21 PM
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Curious -- where do you usually listen to music?🦐

Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube, Bandcamp, or something else?🦐🦐🦐🦐🦐🦐

#IndieMusic #MusicProducer #IndieArtist #GameAudio
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September 7, 2026 at 6:47 PM
astr-a.bsky.social
"May It Never Wake" has an official release date: September 18th! 🍄

Pre-saves are live. If you want to support the track, saving it ahead of time helps a lot with the algorithms:
push.fm/ps/wlhbm7sj

#IndieMusic #MusicProducer #IndieArtist #Spotify #GameAudio #GameDev
September 7, 2026 at 12:38 PM
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I'm finally done with the cover art!✨

Now we just wait for the distributor to approve the release and set the release date 🍄

#IndieMusic #MusicProducer #IndieArtist #IndieDev #GameAudio #GameDev
Screenshot of a music distribution dashboard in dark mode showing the release "May It Never Wake" by artist A·V, marked under Electronic / IDM / Experimental genre with a release date of September 18, 2026. On the left is a square album cover featuring an abstract, dark blue and grey expressive sketch with handwritten track title text at the bottom.
September 2, 2026 at 12:32 PM
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I settled on a title for the track...

"May It Never Wake" :D

It fits pretty well, I believe. Now working on cover art.
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August 26, 2026 at 4:00 PM
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So... new track is finished!
Working on the title and artwork right now :\

P.S. It sounds a bit different than the demo :D

#IndieMusic #MusicProducer #IndieArtist #IndieDev #GameAudio
#GameDev
astr-a.bsky.social Astraea 🍄 @astr-a.bsky.social · Aug 1
I already shared what inspired this track.🍄
If you haven't heard the story yet, you can read all about it...
🔗Here: www.patreon.com/Sinclair_A/p...

More updates soon. If you'd like to hear the raw demo, I'll share it soon.🍄
#IndieDev #GameDev #IndieMusic #GameAudio #MusicProducer
August 19, 2026 at 11:31 AM
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I already shared what inspired this track.🍄
If you haven't heard the story yet, you can read all about it...
🔗Here: www.patreon.com/Sinclair_A/p...

More updates soon. If you'd like to hear the raw demo, I'll share it soon.🍄
#IndieDev #GameDev #IndieMusic #GameAudio #MusicProducer
August 1, 2026 at 4:35 PM
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Hiiiii, I'm back! 💜

Been a little quiet for a while, but I'm working on a few projects, two of them musical. I'll share updates here and on Patreon (there are already a few spoilers 👀).

Follow me here, Patreon, Spotify & SoundCloud, and stay tuned!

🔗Links:
linktr.ee/astr_a
Astraea "A•V" Sinclair | Linktree
Just a girl who loves uncommon sounds
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July 30, 2026 at 1:50 AM
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I’ve spent a month here, and it's time to be honest: a lot of the "anti-AI" movement uses the exact same playbook as the far-right. It's not about supporting human artists at all.

Read full post here: bit.ly/4uuBj0r

#HumanArt #IndieDev #NoAI #ArtCommunity #SupportArtists #Patreon #MusicIndustry
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May 4, 2026 at 9:16 AM
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Studio requirements > Comfort zone. 🍄✨
Switching from REAPER to Cubase for professional sessions.

Any Cubase tips for a beginner? Share in the comments or DMs, please! 🌲

#Cubase #indieartist #musicproduction #REAPER
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April 30, 2026 at 11:41 AM
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Forest aesthetics > Moving stress. 🌲❤️

Found some Scarlet Elf Cups while taking a break from the studio hunt. ✨🍄

Look at that red!✨

#foraging #spring #indieartist #vibe #naturephotography #elf #ukraine #fungi #mycology
A group of bright red Scarlet Elf Cup mushrooms growing among moss, dry leaves, and twigs on the forest floor. The vibrant red cups stand out sharply against the earthy brown and green tones of the early spring woods. A group of bright red Scarlet Elf Cup mushrooms growing among moss, dry leaves, and twigs on the forest floor. The vibrant red cups stand out sharply against the earthy brown and green tones of the early spring woods. Close-up of a Scarlet Elf Cup mushroom held in a hand. The interior of the cup is a brilliant, saturated red with a smooth texture, contrasting with the pale, slightly fuzzy outer surface. Natural forest light highlights the vivid, almost glowing red color.
April 29, 2026 at 3:05 PM
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125 plays in Day 1! 🍄✨

The Mycelium Takeover is ahead of schedule.✨💃
Thank you for the incredible support for Gilded Ripple’s End.✨

Listen: push.fm/fl/wxgpzhjo

#newmusic #ambient #electronic #indieartist #gamedev #music #promosky #musiciansky #MusicChallenge #mycelium
An orange bar chart from SoundCloud Insights showing a sharp spike in track plays for "Gilded Ripple’s End" on April 26th
April 27, 2026 at 8:37 AM
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Skipping the weekly recap today because, honestly, the release took everything I had.

I'd rather focus on the fact that the music is finally out there (check the previous posts!).

See you next week with more updates. 🐱🍄

#vgm #ambient #creativeprocess #indieartist #ukraine #gamedev #music
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April 26, 2026 at 6:07 PM
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Want to support the mycelium growth?🍄

Here’s a little release gift!✨

Use code gre_disc50 for 50% off on Bandcamp (starts at just $0.50)!✨

indie-av.bandcamp.com/track/gilded...

#ambient #music #newmucis #electronic #indieartist #indie #indiedev #gamedev #promosky #ukraine #art #stunday
April 26, 2026 at 12:56 PM
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🍄Out everywhere!🍄

Listen: push.fm/fl/wxgpzhjo

Want to help it grow?

Mycelium Takeover Guide by Astraea Sinclair

✦Stream
✦Like & Comment
✦Share with friends
✦Add to playlists

✨Let's grow it!✨

#newmusic #astraeasinclair #electronic #mycelium #gamedev #ambient #promosky #indieartist #indiedev
Gilded Ripple’s End by A•V | Listen on Bandcamp, SoundCloud, Spotify | PUSH.fm
View A•V's Fan Link. Listen to Gilded Ripple’s End on Bandcamp, SoundCloud, Spotify now.
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April 26, 2026 at 8:44 AM
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Moving to Kyiv next week.🍄

Between the job hunt, doctors, and logistics, next month is going to be pure chaos.

I’ll be posting a bit less, but I’m still here. If you want to support me & Stelle – links in bio.
Every play (or a buck for a track) helps us stay afloat.✨🍄

#cat #indieartist #gamedev
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April 25, 2026 at 4:29 PM
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Gilded Ripple’s End – Early Access is LIVE! 🌑

While the world waits for April 26, my Patrons can listen to and download the new track right now.

🍄 Listen early: bit.ly/4w6TISH
💿 Pre-save for everyone else: fanbase.to/oCd2qkE9
🔗 All other platforms: linktr.ee/astr_a

#musiciansky #ambient #gamedev
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April 24, 2026 at 12:55 PM
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Yeah, as you see, I really love Don Quixote and Faust from Limbus Company :3

🍄
April 23, 2026 at 6:27 PM
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Finally moving past the technical mess, yay!💃✨

My new track is ready for pre-save now!🍄

Check it out here:
🔗 fanbase.to/oCd2qkE9

#musiciansky #newmusic #independentartist #indieartist #ambient #exeprimental #experimentalmusic #promosky #ukraine #trans #vgm #indiedev #gamedev
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April 23, 2026 at 6:22 PM
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Plot twist: approved. 🌑

Apparently, the magic hour is 2:30 AM after a quick nudge here. It’s peak corporate logic: ignore the support ticket, but fix everything the moment it hits the feed. 🍄

A bit surreal, but the release is finally "Approved".🍄

#musiciansky #indieartist #soundcloud #musicbiz
April 23, 2026 at 11:08 AM
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Still absolutely zero response from SoundCloud support.

If they can’t even handle a false "cover" flag, maybe it’s time to pack up and leave.🍄

Seriously thinking about switching distributors. Any recommendations for indie artists?🕸️

#musiciansky #musicbiz #indieartist #musicdistribution
astr-a.bsky.social Astraea 🍄 @astr-a.bsky.social · Apr 22
The silence from SoundCloud support is getting louder.🌑

It's been almost 24 hours since I reached out, and still nothing. Just me, my rejected release, and their void.

Is anyone even home over there? 🕸️

#soundcloud #musiciansky #indieartist #musicbiz #indiemusc #indieproducer
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April 22, 2026 at 6:31 PM
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The silence from SoundCloud support is getting louder.🌑

It's been almost 24 hours since I reached out, and still nothing. Just me, my rejected release, and their void.

Is anyone even home over there? 🕸️

#soundcloud #musiciansky #indieartist #musicbiz #indiemusc #indieproducer
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April 22, 2026 at 8:54 AM
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Absolute surrealism.🌑

Distributor rejected my release, labeling my original track as a "cover." Fighting a faceless automated system is peak absurdity.😓

While I argue with machines, help me push these 96 plays to 2000. Let the sound speak!🍄
soundcloud.com/astra_v

#musiciansky #ambient #indie #hi
April 21, 2026 at 12:24 PM
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Waking up to 10 fresh plays on SoundCloud.🌑

Whether it was the algorithm or your curiosity, I feel the movement in this cocoon.
Thank you for being here.

Place your bets: will the distributor finally approve the track today or keep me waiting? 🦋🍄

#mathgaze #ambient #musiciansky #indieartist
A SoundCloud analytics screenshot showing "10 plays in the last 7 days" with a green "+150%" growth indicator. The bar chart displays a significant spike in activity on April 20th.
April 21, 2026 at 10:33 AM