So long.
And thank you.

To everyone who's been part of dAudio,

Back in 2015, I started dAudio with a fairly simple idea... Build a studio, work with talented musicians, and make records.

Eleven years later, as I reflect, it became so much more than I ever imagined.

Along the way, I've built studios, produced records, started labels, put on events, and explored more ideas than I can probably remember. There have been some incredible experiences, plenty of late nights, difficult decisions, things that didn't quite work out, and a ridiculous amount of learning.

But looking back, the thing that stands out most isn't the spaces, equipment, or even the records. It's the creative and visionary people I met.

The artists who trusted me with their music. The musicians who came through the studio. The friends and collaborators who shared their ideas, time and talents. And everyone who listened, bought a record, came to a show, recommended my work, or supported what I was trying to build.

You all helped make dAudio what it became, and I'm incredibly grateful for that.

It was never just about recording music. I've always been interested in what happens around it too. Helping people develop their ideas, find their confidence, navigate the industry, or simply figure out what they wanted to do next. That curiosity led me into artist development, technology, and finding different ways of doing things.

Some of my favourite memories are the records and projects I worked on with Matt Finch, Jon Hart and James T. Wilde. Not just the finished music, but the conversations, creative experiments, challenges and friendships that came with it.

I also have some wonderful memories of the grassroots music scene, from hosting artists like Darla Jade at Seven Sins to welcoming Bluebyrd into the studio for a live session. And of course, Pete Felton, whose music and involvement will always be part of dAudio's story.

These are just a handful of people and moments from a much longer list. There are far too many to mention everyone, but I hope those of you who were part of it know how much it meant to me.

A lot of those memories are still there on the dAudio YouTube channel, if anyone fancies a trip down memory lane.

I'm proud of what we achieved together. Not everything went to plan but I wouldn't change much. Even the difficult experiences taught me things I might never have learned otherwise.

As of November 2026, I'm no longer taking on new work under the dAudio Music Group name, and it's time to bring this chapter to a close.

It's a bittersweet feeling. dAudio has been part of my life for over a decade, and a huge amount of who I am today has been shaped by the people I've met and the experiences I've had through it.

But closing dAudio doesn't mean I'm leaving music behind. Quite the opposite.

For a long time, my own music has had to fit around client projects, deadlines, and helping other people bring their ideas to life. I've loved doing that, but I've reached a point where I'd like to give my own creative work the same time and energy I've spent giving to others.

So that's where my focus is heading.

I'll still be making music, producing records, and collaborating on projects that interest me, but moving forward, I'll be doing that as Xander Warren. I'm looking forward to having a little more freedom to experiment, explore new ideas, and get back to some of the reasons I started making music in the first place.

To everyone who's been part of dAudio over the years, whether we made a record together, shared a stage, worked on an idea, or simply crossed paths along the way, thank you.

It's been quite a journey, and I'm glad we got to share some of it.

With love and gratitude,AlexAlexander Warren Dudley | Xander Warren
Founder, dAudio Music Group