Crazy Alchemist: Dark Academia

An instrumental album for study and deep focus

Candlelit library energy, rustle of pages, a piano that speaks in low light. Dark Academia is my newest instrumental album as Crazy Alchemist, written to help you read, code, and think with a calm, steady mind. Expect felted piano, cello and low strings, small chamber textures, and a hush of analogue ambience. No vocals, no jump scares, just a patient arc that keeps you in flow.

Why it helps you focus

• Steady tempos in the 60 to 80 bpm range that support reading and long tasks
• Narrow dynamics so the volume stays stable, ideal for headphones or low speakers
• Minimal percussion and repeating motifs that reduce distraction
• Warm noise beds and subtle room tones that mask background sounds

Best ways to listen

• Use a 50–10 or 25–5 focus cycle and let the album score each block
• Keep volume low to medium so the music blends into the room
• Loop the album or queue the playlist for longer sessions
• Pair with rain or brown noise if your space is lively

Listen now

• Spotify:

• YouTube playlist:

• Also on Apple Music and all major platforms

If you enjoy it, add the album to a study playlist and share the track that kept you in flow the most. Your notes help me tune the next release for even deeper concentration.