Opening the Box

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Chaos of Tao

My first published book, Chaos of Tao, is here. Do not seek your path directly, and the path will shine brightly. See truth in everything. Which isn’t to say that the world is full of lies, though it often can be. Truth is the essential force of nature itself,

Rachelle's Teas

Rachelle's Teas

Rachelle's Teas

In a new venture, Opening The Box will soon be carrying it's own line of teas. Inspired by Chinese and Japanese tea practices, as well as an appreciation for herbal medicines, Opening The Box will be offering a variety of specialty teas and tisanes for sale and service. May your

Loneliness

It’s dark. I’m stuck. I’ve been wedged in here for five months now and Rachelle hasn’t found me. I hear her call my name and dig through all of the blankets and pillows, sides of the beds. I could tell she only just started to realize

The Coward in The Void

The Coward in The Void

My quest to understand the notion of the void started about a year and a half ago. On a night when we had the house to ourselves, my partner Isaac and I took the opportunity to enjoy some edibles. Once they had kicked in, I was drawn to wander outside

Singing Guitar

On Wednesday, September 25th, I went to Odyssey Records in London, Ontario to see Aestrid perform. I was so glad to have a chance to see them again before my big move out west. The paradox was that while I was happy to see them, I was also very displeased

Lost in The Mail

Lost in The Mail

Hey, it's your bun again, Bunny. I wanted to write about my recent experiences. They involve feelings of fear, neglect, confusion and love. The adventure begins when Rachelle made her last trip home to Niagara Falls before leaving for British Columbia. I came with her, of course. This would also

Episode 7: Five Alarm Funk

Episode 7: Five Alarm Funk

When you get the funk, you got it. You hold it by the reins and ride it. Every musician and every dancer in a sweet conglomeration of groove that can carry you to the end of the universe. Hold the groove and never let it go. That’s Five Alarm

Episode 6: The Faps

Episode 6: The Faps

Welcome to the Fapscast. Have you ever heard of a wee little band from the westwards of Canada called The Faps? They have taken their stank and stuck their flabbergibitty in our direction, plopping their arses on a stage in our home, London. They flipped, they flailed, and confounded the

Bunny is Real

Hello, my name is Bunny. I wanted to talk a little bit about my inspirations. It's hard to find something that you really care about in this world. With everything you try to do, there are always reasons why you don't end up liking it as much as you thought

Nature Dream Sounds

Nature Dream Sounds

Breathe in, Exhale. Wake up into the dream. Relax. Breathe. Explore.

Awful Vent Sounds

Awful Vent Sounds

Hello,take a journey through the vent in my bedroom.

PayPal

If your eyes or ears are enjoying the work found on this website... Thank you! I don't make money for any of it, but I would be greatly encouraged to do more work more often if I do receive some! If you would like to support Opening The Box financially,

Episode 5- Iain Smith

Episode 5- Iain Smith

16 March: Bzzzrrrkkkk-kchhrrttt! Incoming from radiowaves beyond! We've captured a stream of sound to pass on to the world, while it's still here. It seems like more transmissions will be making their way through, so stay tuned... 19 March: CCHHRRKKTTTT-------Preparing the airwaves for this significant broadcast. I repeat, preparing the

A Spark in The Universe

A Spark in The Universe

Here we enter into a personal retreat to explore your imagination. Weird, wild, and nonsensical. The Universe Featuring Ray is a title so fitting because it describes the steps of strange that only she can take to fully project herself. Ray sparks a curiosity for everything around her. Who is

Episode 4- Aestrid

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Episode 4- Aestrid

Buzz, whisper in my ear. Raise the volume. FORWARD. Move with it. Live with it. Don’t turn your attention away. How could you? It’s enrapturing! Me? No, not me. Them! It’s Aestrid [https://www.facebook.com/aestridband/?__tn__=K-R&eid=ARDDd4SD_i-JkophmfEoQ5nx7IK2R9Z2ScoS54gxKrFvH0js1NiJGqW4G00eenPd0M0ALKRmmG6U4-UH&fref=mentions&__xts__%5B0%5D=

LDN_Reverb

Who They Are: London Reverb is a social enterprise dedicated to the local music scene. They do reviews, spotlights, interviews, and more to spread awareness of the unique music scene in London. They act as a network between musicians, as well as other local industry resources and support systems. Opening

Alesana

For me, it shows what 10 years of dedication to something that has gotten you through most of your major hard times looks like. This is what it feels like to never give up on the one thing that always guides you back to your direction in life. It’s

Episode 3- Sky Alert

Episode 3- Sky Alert

Go into a trance. Lose yourself in rhythm. Feel the music pulsate through you as you watch the airways wobble in the ambient, semi-acoustic sound. Captivating reverb carries the mind's eye to a relaxing world. Passionate musicians bringing their inspiration into the ears of the audience. What will you hear

Episode 2- Laura Gagnon

Episode 2- Laura Gagnon

Here lies a box. A woman on stage with her arms in the air, ready to slam down on the keys and take you into her show. She's talented. Not only that, but a musician with a story to tell. A pop rock performer experienced in many areas of music.

Opening The Box

Opening The Box

If you have been wondering about boxes, you have come to the right page. Below you will find some answers. Find the answers and search for more. The rest is scattered across many boxes.

Typewriter Sounds

Typewriter Sounds

What's in the air but a bunch of clicking sounds? Inspired by the sound of typing on this keyboard, Ferryman Productions [https://www.facebook.com/ferrymenproductions/] typed the text. OTB compiled the rest into this sonic soundscape. Best listened to with headphones or surround sound speakers This is the written

Lapsang Alert

The one word that I could use to describe the atmosphere is a hearth. Sky Alert has been warming up to making a regular presence at the Tea Lounge. Third time’s a charm: it was the best outcome yet. Not only did familiar faces make a point to come

Doctor, My Soul is on Fyre!

Doctor, My Soul is on Fyre!

When I entered the filled up bar, my eyes aimed straight towards the stage for the entertainment. Soul Doctors were on at Fitz Ray's, soaring to the energy of their music and the vibes of the audience. It took me a while to get to where my eyes went. I

Episode 1- Sean Pape

Episode 1- Sean Pape

What a wild man with crazy curly hair! Is that a violin in his arm? Mouth agape, eyes wide with childlike excitement. This man is ready to make some music! Here is Opening the Box's first podcast, interviewing with Sean Pape. He is a musician from London, Ontario who has