Explore the globe in field recordings
Earth Garden is a web app inspired by Radio Garden, offering field recordings from around the world. Users can click on locations to hear waves, crickets, rainfall, and more. It's designed for both active listening and background noise. The Verge highlights its appeal for working, sleeping, or ambient music.
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