Michael Barrett Dixon
@mbdixon.bsky.social
Indie composer, songwriter, producer in Richmond, VA; electronic, pop, alternative, soundtrack.
Since my last post, I've been working to properly archive, save/salvage all of my original music since I started this journey (in 1979 as an early teen). Nothing was lost from numerous formats (amazingly). The recovery numbers:
394 original tracks (1983-2002), songs & instrumentals
394 original tracks (1983-2002), songs & instrumentals
October 27, 2025 at 2:44 AM
Since my last post, I've been working to properly archive, save/salvage all of my original music since I started this journey (in 1979 as an early teen). Nothing was lost from numerous formats (amazingly). The recovery numbers:
394 original tracks (1983-2002), songs & instrumentals
394 original tracks (1983-2002), songs & instrumentals
New single this Friday (all platforms)! Originally inspired by my first visit to the One World Tower during a NYC vacation, I was also compelled to record/release it as it seemed the 9/11 remembrance was all too brief this year.
September 16, 2025 at 8:56 PM
New single this Friday (all platforms)! Originally inspired by my first visit to the One World Tower during a NYC vacation, I was also compelled to record/release it as it seemed the 9/11 remembrance was all too brief this year.
I can’t believe I’ll be seeing the iconic @thomasdolby.bsky.social live here in Richmond! Oct. 22. Huge influence on me and my music making over the many decades.
August 20, 2025 at 12:56 AM
I can’t believe I’ll be seeing the iconic @thomasdolby.bsky.social live here in Richmond! Oct. 22. Huge influence on me and my music making over the many decades.
Fascinating article on the Voyager spacecraft. My “One Way Ticket” album has a song “Passed Voyager” containing audio from those gold records. apple.news/Alm9xiZB4T3m...
The Golden Records tell the story of Earth. Will alien worlds ever find them? — National Geographic
In 1977, NASA launched two 12-inch gold-plated copper disks filled with the sounds of children's laughter, heartbeats, and bird calls. Is their time in space running out?
apple.news
June 21, 2025 at 8:24 AM
Fascinating article on the Voyager spacecraft. My “One Way Ticket” album has a song “Passed Voyager” containing audio from those gold records. apple.news/Alm9xiZB4T3m...
Surprise! Fresh off my June 6 album release...a new album is releasing this Friday! If you like a chilled Caribbean vibe, this is for you. It contains songs/instrumentals originally created to accompany our Curacao vacation home movie.
June 18, 2025 at 8:28 PM
Surprise! Fresh off my June 6 album release...a new album is releasing this Friday! If you like a chilled Caribbean vibe, this is for you. It contains songs/instrumentals originally created to accompany our Curacao vacation home movie.
In all of the new album release news back on June 6, I also snuck in a single release! It was the orchestral version of the final track "Journey's End" from my latest album "One Way Ticket". Enjoy below on your favorite platform! michaelbarrettdixon.hearnow.com/journeys-end...
Journey's End (Cinema Mix)
This is a special mix of the track "Journey's End" from the album, One Way Ticket. This version is the orchestra only mix.
michaelbarrettdixon.hearnow.com
June 18, 2025 at 3:34 AM
In all of the new album release news back on June 6, I also snuck in a single release! It was the orchestral version of the final track "Journey's End" from my latest album "One Way Ticket". Enjoy below on your favorite platform! michaelbarrettdixon.hearnow.com/journeys-end...
On the eve of my new album release, reviews are starting to roll in! Get your "One Way Ticket" tomorrow, June 6, in two versions: original (concept album) or Radio Edit Mix on all platforms!
Michael Barrett Dixon’s “One Way Ticket” Is a Sci-Fi Dreamscape With a Beating Human Heart
Some albums are a collection of songs. "One Way Ticket" is an invitation to another universe.Michael Barrett Dixon is ready to release his new album on June 6. This album is more than just music. It i...
www.projecttimbre.com
June 6, 2025 at 12:09 AM
On the eve of my new album release, reviews are starting to roll in! Get your "One Way Ticket" tomorrow, June 6, in two versions: original (concept album) or Radio Edit Mix on all platforms!
One Way Ticket is available to pre-save TODAY on Apple Music and other platforms soon! Journey to a new world with synth-pop, sci-fi vibes, and NASA inspiration. The album drops June 6 in two versions: the full concept album and a radio edit mix for playlist lovers. Ready for takeoff?
May 16, 2025 at 2:59 PM
One Way Ticket is available to pre-save TODAY on Apple Music and other platforms soon! Journey to a new world with synth-pop, sci-fi vibes, and NASA inspiration. The album drops June 6 in two versions: the full concept album and a radio edit mix for playlist lovers. Ready for takeoff?
My new electronic synthpop sci-fi concept album "One Way Ticket" has a release date! Friday, June 6. Pre-add starts May 16 with instant grat track! Two album versions including "radio edit" version if you want to skip the instrumental interludes! On all platforms.
May 7, 2025 at 2:22 AM
My new electronic synthpop sci-fi concept album "One Way Ticket" has a release date! Friday, June 6. Pre-add starts May 16 with instant grat track! Two album versions including "radio edit" version if you want to skip the instrumental interludes! On all platforms.
My slightly nerdy, escapist, sci-fi enfused, electronic/synth-pop/cinematic concept album a year in the making is done. Liner notes done. Those looking for a unique journey with many sci-fi film/soundtrack homages and even some NASA sound clips will want a "One Way Ticket". Coming soon!
April 17, 2025 at 1:58 AM
My slightly nerdy, escapist, sci-fi enfused, electronic/synth-pop/cinematic concept album a year in the making is done. Liner notes done. Those looking for a unique journey with many sci-fi film/soundtrack homages and even some NASA sound clips will want a "One Way Ticket". Coming soon!
Latest finished songs for new electronic album "One Way Ticket":
7. Cryo
8. Lightspeed
9. Passed Voyager
10. The Encounter
Unique inspirations about each I can't wait to share coming soon!
7. Cryo
8. Lightspeed
9. Passed Voyager
10. The Encounter
Unique inspirations about each I can't wait to share coming soon!
April 2, 2025 at 12:43 AM
Latest finished songs for new electronic album "One Way Ticket":
7. Cryo
8. Lightspeed
9. Passed Voyager
10. The Encounter
Unique inspirations about each I can't wait to share coming soon!
7. Cryo
8. Lightspeed
9. Passed Voyager
10. The Encounter
Unique inspirations about each I can't wait to share coming soon!
Just gave my website (remember those?) a facelift! www.mdixon.com
Michael Barrett Dixon
composer, songwriter, producer
www.mdixon.com
February 27, 2025 at 2:47 AM
Just gave my website (remember those?) a facelift! www.mdixon.com
New electronic album One Way Ticket inspired by space travel and just wanting to escape from present-day is taking shape! Concept album; NASA samples used from Gemini, Apollo, and STS missions. Finished songs:
1. Interlude
2. Leaving
3. One Way Ticket
4. Lunar Departure
5. Routines
6. Sea of Stars
1. Interlude
2. Leaving
3. One Way Ticket
4. Lunar Departure
5. Routines
6. Sea of Stars
February 22, 2025 at 1:56 AM
New electronic album One Way Ticket inspired by space travel and just wanting to escape from present-day is taking shape! Concept album; NASA samples used from Gemini, Apollo, and STS missions. Finished songs:
1. Interlude
2. Leaving
3. One Way Ticket
4. Lunar Departure
5. Routines
6. Sea of Stars
1. Interlude
2. Leaving
3. One Way Ticket
4. Lunar Departure
5. Routines
6. Sea of Stars
I hate what $ has done to college athletics, but this is totally unacceptable.
Trump unwinds Biden NIL policy, allowing schools to pay men more than women
The Trump administration rescinded guidance from the Biden administration that said NIL payments must be treated the same as athletic financial aid.
www.syracuse.com
February 13, 2025 at 7:32 PM
I hate what $ has done to college athletics, but this is totally unacceptable.
RVA Mag is shining a spotlight on local musicians! I'm thrilled to be featured in the pop/electronic category - consider voting for yours truly or others and let's amplify local music together! rvamag.com/music/here-w...
Here We Go! Richmond Music of Right Now 2025
Thank you for supporting independent media. This year, over 1,100 comments tagged local musicians, and we’ve been checking them all out. This isn’t about personal favorites; it’s about your input, ref...
rvamag.com
February 3, 2025 at 11:21 PM
RVA Mag is shining a spotlight on local musicians! I'm thrilled to be featured in the pop/electronic category - consider voting for yours truly or others and let's amplify local music together! rvamag.com/music/here-w...
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If you're concerned about the direction of the world, there are many local civic/governmental boards and meetings starving for attention, skill, and participation. Water boards. Electric coops. School boards. Town management. Planning commissions. Etc.
We get the democracy we participate in.
We get the democracy we participate in.
January 22, 2025 at 8:08 PM
If you're concerned about the direction of the world, there are many local civic/governmental boards and meetings starving for attention, skill, and participation. Water boards. Electric coops. School boards. Town management. Planning commissions. Etc.
We get the democracy we participate in.
We get the democracy we participate in.
When AI is asked for an accurate depiction of Trump actually working at McDonald's...
October 22, 2024 at 1:36 AM
When AI is asked for an accurate depiction of Trump actually working at McDonald's...
Genius ad from World Wildlife Foundation...
August 4, 2023 at 3:21 AM
Genius ad from World Wildlife Foundation...
Just quick recap: released latest album in June featuring 19th century poetry of Sara Teasdale fused with 21st century electronic music. All streaming revenue goes to American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (Teasdale tragically cut her life short in 1933).
Already working on new album!
Already working on new album!
August 3, 2023 at 4:49 AM
Just quick recap: released latest album in June featuring 19th century poetry of Sara Teasdale fused with 21st century electronic music. All streaming revenue goes to American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (Teasdale tragically cut her life short in 1933).
Already working on new album!
Already working on new album!
Finally got invite to Bluesky! Weee! Now what? Looking to connect with creators, creatives, and just awesome people that inspire me & my music.
August 3, 2023 at 4:34 AM
Finally got invite to Bluesky! Weee! Now what? Looking to connect with creators, creatives, and just awesome people that inspire me & my music.