Daydreaming unveils ‘Soundscapes & Emotions, Vol. II’ compilation
Daydreaming Releases Second Soundscapes & Emotions Compilation
Daydreaming released 'Soundscapes & Emotions, Vol. II' on December 26, featuring 17 artists across a cinematic sweep of melodic and atmospheric electronica. The compilation extends the label's signature mood-driven curation established in Vol. I earlier this year, uniting emerging and established names including Ornery, Burnside, Sahara, FVBLS, Astroknots, Accinelli, and Mert Harmankaya.
Opening with Ornery's Vision
The collection opens with Ornery's 'Contours of Tomorrow', blending deep hypnotic grooves, progressive shapes, and introspective melodies. As both artist and label founder, Ornery positions the compilation as a cohesive narrative journey through emotive sound design.
The release signals Daydreaming's growth in the progressive and hypnotic scenes, cementing its niche amid rising demand for cinematic, story-driven electronic music. The full tracklist spans melodic house and atmospheric techno, available via streaming platforms.
Who's Featured and What Defines the 17-Track Collection
'Soundscapes & Emotions, Vol. II' gathers 17 artists across a spectrum of emotive, atmospheric electronic sound. The roster spans emerging and established names—Ornery, Burnside, Sahara, FVBLS, Astroknots, Accinelli, Strobetek, Inertia, Solstice, Diality, TERZ (DE), ARAA (DE), Mert Harmankaya, ISAAG, Santino Gigante, Dade, Hulio on You, and DIVIDEDBYZERO—each contributing tracks that prioritize mood over momentum.
Opening with Hypnotic Depth
Ornery's 'Contours of Tomorrow' leads the compilation, weaving deep hypnotic grooves with progressive structures and introspective melodies. The opener sets the tonal blueprint: cinematic, narrative-driven electronica that privileges texture and emotional arc. Label head Ornery's dual role as artist and curator shapes the collection's cohesive identity, building on Vol. I's foundation while expanding Daydreaming's reach into melodic house and progressive techno territories.
Why This Release Matters for Melodic Electronic Music
Expanding the Label's Emotive Vision
'Soundscapes & Emotions, Vol. II' arrives as Daydreaming's second curated statement in 2025, building on the atmospheric foundation of Vol. I with 17 artists spanning progressive, hypnotic, and melodic electronic terrain. Released December 26, the compilation expands the label's identity beyond single releases into a cohesive narrative of mood-driven sound design.
The opener, Ornery's 'Contours of Tomorrow,' sets the tone with deep grooves and introspective melodies—reflecting the curator's dual role as artist and tastemaker. By uniting emerging and established names like FVBLS, Astroknots, and ARAA (DE), Daydreaming stakes its claim in the growing demand for cinematic, emotive electronica that prioritizes atmosphere over formulaic builds.
Where to Stream and What Comes Next for the Label
Soundscapes & Emotions, Vol. II is currently available on major streaming platforms and digital retailers, with the label directing fans to consolidated buy links for immediate access. The compilation also appears as a curated YouTube playlist, offering a streamable preview of all seventeen tracks.
What's Ahead for Daydreaming
With two volumes released in 2025, Daydreaming has signaled its ambition to anchor itself in the melodic and atmospheric electronic sphere. The label—steered by Ornery as both artist and curator—bridges events and recorded output, suggesting future installments could expand the Soundscapes & Emotions series or diversify into live showcases. The Vol. II rollout, which included premiere coverage ahead of the December 26 release, demonstrates a strategic approach to building momentum in progressive and hypnotic scenes.
