Ideas + Inspo

The Healing Power of Experiences 

Music was always a part of Gen Cleary’s life. From attending live concerts with her family to her immersion in dance and choreography at an early age, Gen could feel the power of rhythm and music. But it wasn’t until later — after a successful career as a producer and creative lead — that Gen began to pursue music as a path to healing. After her own experience with sound therapy, she created a new sonic venture. The Hum, which debuted at SXSW in 2022, will be unveiled to the public in spring 2024. Inside The Hum, guests enter into an enclosed chamber that isolates their sense of hearing as they embark on a soundscape journey with curated vibrations, rhythms and 360-degree audio meant to induce a transformative state of relaxation.   “The Hum is, above all, a musical entertainment experience positioned at the intersection of the science of sound and wellness,” she says. “It bridges audio tech and haptics, ancestral wisdom and techniques, and draws upon medical practices and research with the mission of helping our guests relax, reset, and recharge in as little time as possible. Our primary focus is on assisting people in reconnecting with themselves, delving into...