About
Alexey Seliverstov, born in Moscow, Russia, is a Los Angeles-based composer and experimental sound artist working at the intersection of digital and analog worlds. Known for creating deeply immersive soundscapes, Alexey incorporates vintage tape machines, magnetic card readers, portable turntables, and reel-to-reel recorders into his work, seamlessly blending them with custom software tools and digital innovations. This approach allows him to explore the tactile imperfections of analog gear alongside the precision of modern technology.
Alexey’s career took a pivotal turn with his Instagram account, @grayskiesforever, which became a platform for sharing his experiments and connecting with a global audience. His reels have been reposted by outlets like Fact Magazine and The Vinyl Factory, and his work caught the attention of Pete Townshend of The Who, who invited Alexey to compose for his art installation The Age of Anxiety. The platform continues to play a vital role in his artistic journey, fostering creative connections and opening doors to new collaborations.
Alexey’s projects span a range of disciplines, from creating generative bird songs to composing for film and large-scale installations. His sound installation for the LA Phil at Walt Disney Concert Hall brought together years of experimentation in a 12-hour performance that blurred the lines between music and the natural world. He has also collaborated with Polydor Records and Glass Animals, contributing his unique soundscapes to diverse creative endeavors.
Balancing the precision of a scientist with the spontaneity of an artist, Alexey designs tools like the Hachijo Tape Manipulator to push the boundaries of sound design. These devices allow him to emulate and expand upon the unpredictability of analog tape, further exploring his fascination with uncertainty and texture in music.
At the heart of Alexey’s work is a deep commitment to reimagining the relationship between music and the sounds of nature. His soundscapes aim to transcend boundaries, transforming how we listen to and interact with the world around us. From field recordings collected in remote locations to meticulously programmed generative compositions, his art invites listeners into a world where sound becomes a living, breathing entity.
