The Orb with Yawning Man and SoftSun

The Orb, born in the UK, pioneered ambient house, blending Chicago house rhythms with synths and effects. Known for tracks like "Little Fluffy Clouds" and albums like U.F.Orb, they topped UK charts and worked with Pink Floyd's David Gilmour and Lee "Scratch" Perry. Their live shows fused electronic music with rock aesthetics. Key collaborations include Jimi Cauty (KLF) and contributions from members of Killing Joke. With a career spanning decades, The Orb continuously experimented with diverse sounds and genres, leaving a lasting impact on electronic music.

Yawning Man, formed in 1986 in La Quinta, California, pioneered instrumental, psychedelic, and desert rock. They are known for influencing the desert rock scene, notably Kyuss's "Catamaran" cover. Their sound blends cinematic, surf, and Middle Eastern elements. Recent albums include 2023's Long Walk of the Navajo and 2025's Pavement Ends, with collaborations like Yawning Sons.

SoftSun, formed by guitarist Gary Arce (Yawning Man) and vocalist/bassist Pia Isaksen, blends dreamy, heavy, and experimental sounds inspired by California deserts and Norwegian oceans.