The PSYCHOACTIVE project is a new experiment with sound as a medium for the exploration of our human consciousness. In partnership with the Monroe Institute, one of the longest-standing research organizations dedicated to the study of the esoteric edges of what is possible through the use of brainwave entrainment technologies, Silvermouse is breaking new ground by exploring gamma stimulation as a mode of reaching ecstatic states in a live sound (no headphones required) setting.
While binaural beats and other entrainment technologies have typically only been used with ‘meditation music’ and have required the use of headphones, Monroe Sound Science is now enabling experimentation in live shows. This merges so many of our interests as a band – the power of sound, the exploration of consciousness, the creation of ‘high state’ gatherings. While the initial ‘signal tests’ are happening in small groups so that we can gather closed-loop data and ensure the best experience when we take this to bigger audiences, we are going to be making recordings available as we work.