Some music only works after midnight. It’s the kind you wouldn’t play at a party but that makes a quiet room feel full.

Lately it’s been a mix of old tracker music, dusty breakbeats, and ambient albums with no lyrics. The common thread is texture. I like a bit of hiss, a bit of rough edge, and a sound that feels made by a person rather than polished by a committee.

If you’re stuck on something creative, put on an instrumental album and leave it running. You don’t need to listen closely. It’s there to keep you company while you work.

I’m slowly building a playlist and will share it when it’s ready.