About the Author: Yaima

YAIMA is an old word meaning "that which water runs through", -a conduit for diverse musical languages. Their sound is rooted in the the rich depth of tradition through biological beats, folkloric storytelling and mystical melodies. They reach towards our compelling, technological future by weaving live instrumentation and vocals over lush electronic layers, seamless soundscapes, and body-blooming bass. Yaima is a confluence of musicians: Pepper Proud, Masaru Higasa, and Jeff Kimes from the Seattle/Cascadia Region.

  • Mycelia: Yaima Music Video

    By Published On: July 11, 2020

    Founded on the film’s themes for how the underground mycelium network heals, sustains and contributes to the regeneration of life on Earth, these songs are designed to help listeners relax, meditate, dream, and create.

  • OvO

    By Published On: December 27, 2018

    OvO means "seed" or "egg" and stands for the point in time or space at which something starts- the next evolution.

  • Yaima – You are my Sunshine

    By Published On: June 23, 2017

    Yaima- Masaru Higasa and Pepper Proud

  • Yaima Live at Lucidity

    By Published On: October 27, 2016

    YAIMA is an old word meaning "that which water runs through", -a conduit for diverse musical languages. Their sound is rooted in the the rich depth of tradition through biological beats, folkloric storytelling and mystical melodies. They reach towards our compelling, technological future by weaving live instrumentation and vocals over lush electronic layers, seamless soundscapes, and body-blooming bass.