What You Heard About Me – The Happy Digger
The Happy Digger: A Groovy Oasis in the Electronic Desert
The Happy Digger, the brainchild of London-based artist Tom Ashworth, is a vibrant fusion of psychedelic trance, progressive house, and electronica. His music, a kaleidoscope of vibrant melodies, intricate rhythms, and dreamy atmospheres, has earned him a loyal following in the global underground scene.
The Happy Digger’s music is a journey. Imagine wandering through a surreal landscape, bathed in warm sunlight and a gentle breeze, where hypnotic rhythms and uplifting melodies guide your steps. This is the essence of The Happy Digger’s sound, a sonic escape into a world of vibrant colors and euphoric emotions.
His most recognizable tracks include:
- “Higher Ground”: A soaring anthem with a deep, pulsating bassline and uplifting vocals, capturing the essence of psychedelic trance.
- “Sunrise”: A melancholic yet beautiful track with a captivating melody and atmospheric synths, embodying the emotion of a new dawn.
- “Galactic Journey”: A mind-bending journey through space with intricate rhythms and swirling soundscapes, showcasing the artist’s experimental side.
Similar artists:
- Younger Brother (similar psychedelic and uplifting vibes)
- Shpongle (echoes of psychedelic trance and world music)
- Ott (experiments with psytrance and glitch)
- Carbon Based Lifeforms (shares a love for ambient and atmospheric soundscapes)
Friends and Collaborators:
- Younger Brother’s duo members: Tom Ashworth and Rob Smith have a close friendship, often collaborating on projects and supporting each other’s music.
- The Orb has featured Ashworth’s work on their compilations and collaborations.
- Simon Posford (of Shpongle) has been known to praise Ashworth’s music and even share it on his own platforms.
The Happy Digger’s music is more than just electronic beats. It’s an invitation to explore a world of imagination and wonder. His music is a soundtrack for daydreaming, for dancing under the stars, for finding peace and joy in the everyday. It’s a reminder that even in the darkest times, there’s always a reason to be happy.
So turn up the volume, let the music wash over you, and join the Happy Digger on a journey of sonic bliss.