Zazenkai & Kasiedeo – High Above: Ambient Yoga Music & Cinematic Soundscapes for Meditation

Astronauts often speak of a cognitive shift that happens when they view the Earth from space. It’s called the “Overview Effect”—a sudden, overwhelming realization of how fragile and unified our planet is when seen from a distance. The petty stresses of daily life vanish, replaced by a profound sense of peace and connection. While most of us will never orbit the planet, we can still access this state of mind through sound.

On April 1, 2022, two of the most visionary artists in the Klangspot ecosystem—Zazenkai and Kasiedeo—united to create a sonic simulation of this experience. Their collaborative single, “High Above”, is not merely a song; it is an elevation mechanism. It is Ambient Drone music designed to lift the listener out of the noise and place them in the stratosphere.

The Fusion of Two Worlds

To understand the unique texture of “High Above,” you have to look at the DNA of its creators. This track represents a meeting point between two distinct schools of ambient thought. On one side, you have Zazenkai, the master of Mindfulness and Meditation. His work is grounded, focused on breathwork and the internal landscape. On the other side is Kasiedeo, the architect of Cinematic Soundscapes. His compositions (like the symphonic “My Way”) are vast, heroic, and external.

When these two forces collide, the result is fascinating. You get the vast, epic scale of Kasiedeo combined with the calming, stabilizing presence of Zazenkai. It creates a sound that is expansive but never overwhelming—a “classic ambient track” that feels both infinite and intimate.

Anatomy of Weightlessness

What does it sound like to float? “High Above” answers this question with a sophisticated arrangement of textures. Unlike rhythmic electronic music that tethers you to the ground with a beat, this track creates a sensation of weightlessness.

• The Drone: The backbone of the track is a deep, resonant drone. It mimics the hum of the universe—a constant, reassuring presence that vibrates at a frequency designed to soothe the nervous system.

• The Atmosphere: Layered over the drone are shimmering pads and ethereal melodies that drift like clouds. There are no sharp edges here. Every sound is smoothed out, creating a continuous “gliding” sensation.

• The Silence: The track uses space intelligently. By allowing moments of near-silence, it invites the listener to project their own thoughts onto the canvas, making the listening experience deeply personal.

The Yoga Studio Experience

While “High Above” is beautiful to listen to on a commute, its true potential is unlocked in the yoga studio. It has quickly become a resident favorite on the Deep Ambient playlist for a reason. In a Vinyasa or Hatha practice, the goal is often to find stability within movement. This track provides that stability. It lacks a distracting tempo, allowing students to move at the pace of their own breath. During balancing poses like Eagle or Tree, the music acts as a focal point, helping to quiet the “monkey mind” that causes us to wobble. And for the final Savasana (Corpse Pose), the track’s floating quality helps the body release its final tension, mimicking the sensation of hovering just above the mat.

A Refuge from the Noise

We live in an era of information overload. Our phones buzz, our emails pile up, and the news cycle never ends. In this context, listening to “High Above” is an act of self-preservation. It offers a vantage point. Just as a mountain climber finds clarity at the summit, the listener finds clarity in the frequencies of this track. It allows you to look down at your problems from a safe distance, realizing that many of them are smaller than they appear. It is Relaxation Music in its purest form—not just masking noise, but replacing it with perspective.

Conclusion

Zazenkai and Kasiedeo have proven once again that they are the leaders of the modern ambient movement. With “High Above”, they haven’t just released a track; they have offered us a ladder. Whether you use it to deepen your meditation practice, enhance your yoga flow, or simply escape the gravity of a stressful day, the result is the same: peace.

Change your perspective. Stream “High Above” now on your favorite streaming service.

Experience the atmosphere: https://youtu.be/me8xzD5xeBE