Antaeus - 'Dreaming Dog'

Every once in a while, a record comes along that defies category and expectation. 'Dreaming Dog' is one of those rare projects. Born from a collaboration between RelaxMyDog founder Amman Ahmed and GRAMMY-winning producer Antaeus, it’s billed as an album for canines, but listening to it makes one thing clear: this isn’t just music for pets, it’s music for the quiet corners of our own lives.

Blending ambient electronica, lo-fi textures, and subtle traces of global rhythm, 'Dreaming Dog' moves like water; calm, steady, restorative. At tempos purposefully designed to ease anxiety, the songs stretch out like blankets, cushioning restless minds (whether four-legged or two) with tones that never jar. What makes it unique though, is the balance it strikes between function and artistry. It’s as rooted in science as it is in feeling, with softened bass, gentler highs, and desensitisation cues woven so seamlessly they feel like part of the atmosphere.

The emotional weight behind the album is equally compelling. Sparked in part by the passing of co-producer Daniel’s beloved dog, the project became more than a utilitarian exercise. It carries a sense of memorial and love translated into sound. With contributions from international talents like jazz pianist Charu Suri, Greek vocalist Erini, and a Grammy-stacked engineering team, the record hums with intention. It’s rich, textural, and full of small details that make it endlessly replayable.

At heart, 'Dreaming Dog' is about connection. It soothes our companions while also reminding us of the shared threads of calm, memory, and comfort that tie species together. It may have been created for dogs, but it lands squarely in the territory of music that feels human at its core. A gentle reminder that in the rush of modern life, there’s beauty in slowing down and simply being.