…And it’s only just the beginning.

Hey hey NG’s!

I hope everyone has had a more pleasant January; despite current world and political events. I know how the haze of bad news, and mentally intrusive media can be exhausting to have to endure and sit through at times. Which is why this year for me is going to take a very different, and drastic turn.

First and foremost; as you may or may not have gathered by now. My podcast series The Doctor’s Notes Podcast , has taken a completely different theme altogether. What once was a place for me to yell into the void about anything and everything internet culture; has now become a vessel for my storytelling and voice acting work. The recent episode is only just a taste of whats to come later. And the incoming fifth season this year will be filled with nothing but exciting and new content for all!

As I stated before; this is not a permanent change to the format of this podcast. But rather; it will just be the main focus of the podcast going forward.

A Year of Giving Back.

Now then; you may of noticed that some music has been coming out recently. More specifically the gifts I made for a friend of mine; UncleAliVA! You may know this fellow as the voice actor that featured notably in BillieBustUp, and No Straight Roads.

His reaction to my first gift, Uncle’s Room Concerto, was enough for me to begin this journey. Ever since that day; I have now made it a tradition to keep making him songs for both his use on Twitch. And his own personal collection of copyright free music that is both enjoyable; and thoughtfully handcrafted. Once a month, I will make a new gift track for him to add to his collection. As both a token of friendship, and gratitude towards another indie VA talent.

Please Note: They will not be available for DL off of Newgrounds. Or be playable in Geometry Dash. These are custom made gifts that are made off-commission, and out of respect for both of the receiver and the producer, they will remain on Newgrounds exclusively for your own listening entertainment!

Now that we have hit the third milestone with Ali’s tracks; it is now appropriate to finally open a designated album for him right here on Newgrounds forever. After much thought and consideration to what it must be called; I have decided on The Tavern Tapes. Do keep your eyes peeled, as this playlist will be updated monthly. For now; check out the first three that are up!

Alright; alright! I got a Twitch.

Yep, that’s right. I actually did it. I did the gamer move and got a Twitch. There will be updates to follow regarding what is going to happen on my Twitch channel, and when the madness begins! I cordially invite you all to join me, and possibly other pals in the future, on this new journey. I plan to start streaming by July 2025 the earliest. Until then; watch this space and my Bluesky for further updates! All links are on my page!

Concerning Commission Changes.

Yes yes; they’re coming back. I have opened three preorder slots as of 29/01. And commissions will be officially open on 10/02 at midnight. (Europe time.) There have been some small but important changes to license information, album/mixtape orders, and pricing is due to increase slightly by the second quarter of 2025.

”But GBM! Why are you increasing the prices? Keep them as they are!”

Sadly, my current rates just won't cut it any more. I have always made it a promise to all prospecting customers and clients; to keep my prices affordable and make my custom music accessible to all. But with the current state of the climate revolving around financial issues for indie artists, my increasingly worrying physical health due to years of chronic illness, and the ever increasing demand for new software and hardware in order to make these tracks happen — My current prices just will not do realistically. I need to be able to afford medication, food, and just in general make a decent living.

With that being said; don’t panic. They will not increase too high. I have standards just as much as you do. And I am not a scrooge. (Sorry, Michael Caine.) But they will increase enough to where it is both fair for you, and for me. I promise; it is worth the extra change to chuck. It supports me both as a regular old sod on the internet; and also contributes towards evolving my work.

The link to my commission sheet is on my page!

New Project; Familiar Faces.

Finally; on to some less serious but super mega awesome news! I have recently been hired as the composer for my dear friend Cosmica’s “Lover’s Fable”. A Cult of the Lamb fancomic and AU. Do check out the Carrd for more information, and to get to know the rest of the team! This not only further broadens my horizons in my work; but also gives me the chance to indulge in a really fantastic passion project put together by fantastic people. Lamb enjoyers; rejoice!

Some Final Tidbits & 30 years of NG’s…

Pheeeew! That was a huge update. But so much has happened since the last journal; that it has been pretty difficult to keep up with writing it all down in time! But we’re here; and that’s all that matters. The first month of the year has been both a healing, and reassuring one to say the least. After losing four friends to death last year, almost losing myself to grief and battling my illness flares, and going through the roughest and toughest year I have had in a long time? I feel like I truly deserve this reprieve. And I hope that continues for the rest of this year.

Also, @TomFulp . Please refill the cashews. These have been here since 2003! I am pretty sure you can culture a whole new game out of the organisms that I am sharing space with inside of your cashew stash.

I jest! I appreciate you for giving me a place to call my second home, my vessel for creativity, and my safe space. Here is to another 30 years of Newgrounds! To think that it all began with you as a 13 year old with a dream… With a zine in 1991 simply called New Ground; to becoming a fully established and highly respected part of internet creative culture in 2025 as Newgrounds. This milestone is well deserved for both you, and your whole team of super cool staff who keep the vitals of this site pumping. What is your dream; has now enriched and empowered the dreams of millions of others here on this site. That includes little ol’ me!

They always say never to have idols. But if I was to pick one; it would be Tom. Thank you for everything. And for as long as you tolerate my presence, I will always be a part of this grand place, and contribute towards its never ending archive of millions of dreams that have come true. Hoping that someday, somewhere; someone will come across them. And begin their own adventure here.

With a documentary on the horizon. And so many new faces that have blessed this platform with their artistry; we are sure to see Newgrounds well into the next decade— or hopefully century!

With that, this has been February’s journal for now. And I wish everyone a wonderful transition into the spring quarter to come!

Mad love, always.

— Glow.

sleepy glowboy done by my dear other — Stargazing_Sky!

Hey hey NG’s! (Or should I say… Ho ho hoo NGs!)

The holiday season is definitely upon us now, and I have realised it has been four months since my last journal entry. I should probably get around to explaining my tardiness with uploading as of recent, too. Forgive me pls.

First of all, I will share something that I have shared in the GBM Discord recently. As it will reflect a majority of what, where, and how I have been doing when it comes to my content revolving around The Doctor’s Notes Podcast. here is the screenshot.

Yep. You all read that right.

The podcast will now, for an indefinite time, be solely storytelling based content, but with even more than just storytelling… It will be showcasing my sound editing, SFX, music, voice acting, and so much more as time goes on. Literally everything besides the visual is my realm of passion, and I plan to explore beyond my comfort zone in this new chapter of my podcast.

Now, as I previously mentioned — This change is not permanent!

I am just simply taking a step back from commentating on the internet news, as this whole year both behind the screen and online has been too much for me. I lost four childhood friends this year. Two overdoses, two car accidents. And I have been grieving like a broken yoyo over and over again. So much anger, confusion, existentialism, and lessons from the school of hard knocks, have been endured and felt this year due to all of this.

This has not only made me self reflect on my content as a whole, But on myself as a person. It has made me come to realise that instead of broadcasting the oh so addictive and easy negatives of today’s humanity; that I should start making content that truly matters to me on a moral and philosophical scale. Storytelling has always been my next greatest escape of the darkness next to music, and this new chapter will showcase that far more wholesome aspect of what I can offer.

I truly hope you will stay with me on this new journey ahead. As we slowly approach to the end of Season Four of TDNP, this will be an exciting new era, and hopefully you will all enjoy it just as much as I enjoy making everyone on this platform and beyond smile, or feel safe, and entertained.

Happy Holidays, Happy Hanukkah, Merry Christmas, and a happy new year to all! And I hope in 2025, we will affirm ourselves as much stronger individuals than what we were the year prior. I hope we learn new lessons. I hope we keep creating. I hope the world and the human beings living within it find their peace and happiness in wherever life takes them. But most importantly; I hope to see all of you alive, well, and equipped for year to come after!

Mad love, always.

— Glow.

Hey hey NGs!

I have realised that I haven't wrote anything since the last journal, and I have been itching to write for a bit now. There has been a lot going on this year in regards to my overall health and life, but it's mostly because the summer is just another added symptom to the madness. Having little to no heat tolerance is one thing, having a chronic illness that takes things to a whole different level is quite another... But nonetheless, I still pushed on with some content this summer.

Sadly, I didn't make it through to the finals of NGUAC this year. But as I have mentioned in the replies follow up blog post by @TaintedLogic , I am not actually saddened or feel defeated by this loss, but rather I am glad to have been a part of this opportunity, and that I can now focus on my other works and commissions that need attention. I wanna congratulate everyone who has made it through to the final round, and may everyone have as much fun in this competition as I certainly did. (: You are all incredibly gifted.

But all things considered, you should definitely check out the two entries for this year here, and here! <3 I am still proud of them, and strive to do even more next year.

Now, for the commission updates. This has taken a lot of consideration and thought, so please pay attention if you have e-mailed/sent me a PM about wanting a commission from me: After this final commission in progress, I will be taking an extended break from them until January 2025. This is so I can focus on trying to take it easy with my health, put time into my album Canvas Mind, and possibly get involved in some fun collaborative works wherever possible/whenever I am needed here on Newgrounds, especially during the incoming festive season ahead.

The Doctor's Notes Podcast has returned from its annual summer vacation, and is on schedule as normal until the end of the year for its usual three month break. The recent episodes are all in this playlist, which is all of Season Four so far!

In September, three major projects will be released on all of my mediums from podcast to music, including a new storytelling episode of TDNP ( You can listen to the first one here! ) , and two new tracks for my album, both of which will take a drastically different turn in theme, genre, and even the textures of the sound itself. I cannot wait to finally show you guys soon! It's going to be a test of my skill and versatility in composition and production, whilst also telling the audience the rest of my album biography as authentically as possible using music. If you want to hear the album so far, please click here, and remember to read the description as you listen to each track to get the full artistic experience of the project! :D Also, the return of Nevermind The B*llshit! is in the talks, and a more nuanced approach to the mini series will be taken. Just gimme some tiiiime~

In October, is when I grow a year older (yay?). And to celebrate, I will be covering a few of my favourite VGM scores in various video game franchises that I grew up with, or currently enjoy. So stay turned for that!

Until then, these are all the updates I have regarding my work, and my life behind the screen. Phew... It's honestly been a year of trials and tribulations, but alas; I am thankful for the lessons this year has already taught me. And I am so happy to welcome all of the new fans that have fan'd me this year, and I hope this will be the start of a wonderful journey together, especially as we are nearing to 100 uploads on GlowBoyMusic!

3 years and nearly 100 uploads later, and my love and passion for music and for this website still hasn't left me. Thank you, all of you. <3

I hope everyone has a wonderful fall season ahead. Don't forget to stock up on that hot chocolate powder, grab that comfy hoodie out of your elaborately unorganised closet, and turn up the volume as you enjoy the golden and magical season of Autumn! (:

Mad love always, Glow <3

Hey there NG's!

It has been a bit since I last wrote an update journal post. But it definitely hasn't been a while since I uploaded to this site, as you can see by my recent content.

I have been doing somewhat better, but not quite out of the woods just yet. My chronic pain has been really exacerbating especially since it is far warmer now (Some people have it where it is the cold that gets them. Not me :'D ) but as always, I keep pushing on. And this year, despite the really rough start, has been quite a productive time for me!

We started off the year with some music: Starting off with a cover of Senses Fail's 'Lost and Found'! , then we continued our 'Canvas Mind' journey here and here! before topping it off with a reprise of an Orchestrion from FFXIV that I enjoyed here.

We also started the Fourth Season of 'The Doctor's Notes Podcast'. and a new bonus storytelling format (One story episode between every three normal episodes) has been implemented for the next four seasons ahead. A taste of this can be listened to over here.

Phew. Now that I have done all of that stuff for now, it is time for me to finish the rest of the commissions, and have a vacation until August 1st! It has been a while since I really even let myself have a long break by my own accord. The thing is, it always never felt right to step away from making this platform happy with my uploads. But I got to at least for my health's sake at the moment, and to treat myself :)

I will see you guys at the end of the summer! Do wear sunscreen, stay hydrated and cool, and be safe around the BBQ <3

Mad love,

GlowBoyMusic

Hey hey NGs!

I hope these past couple of months have been a great start to your 2024. :) I missed you all, and I feel it is about time to answer this question that I have got a few times these past weeks, though please keep in mind that due to my own privacy values, I will only keep things to a comfortable minimum in this discussion.

So, where have I been?

Well now. Where do I begin? the start of 2024 was a blast at first, especially considering I released my end of year song, my album is one quarter of the way through, and things have been pretty smooth despite health concerns, and a few events that came a little later that brought a lot of my creativity to a standstill. Those events I will now discuss:

Firstly, the start of February was a complete trainwreck for me. My mental health came to a crash, I was relapsing again on my eating disorder, and things were getting complicated for me when it came down to balancing my burdens with my work. Then, a huge blow came at the end weeks of the month to the family...

Which leads me to the second event, which is the sudden and tragic hospitalisation then loss of a family member (by engagement) that had taken a huge toll on me, and most especially Sky, since it is their immediate family member. We have been taking a huge step back from a lot of things that otherwise have taken up a lot of our mental load due to bereavement, and that includes with me; not uploading the new album tracks, or being offline for days at a time. Note: We kindly ask that you do not pry, or ask about this fresh and delicate situation. We do not take kindly to anyone trying to get more of our private life out of us, and quite frankly; even this feels like too much.

Which then brings me to the last horseman of the issue-- I am burnt out. And hit with a massive creators block. Depression and a bunch of other things considered has been the most largest contributing factor to it, but I am in need of a creative recharge, and come April, I will be back and far more motivated. I just need to take a little break, and give myself the time to breathe a little, see the world a little, touch some grass, drink water, etc.

So, in conclusion, this means that until April, there will not be very much going on here on my page. If you want to unfan me for this, you can, I won't stop you. But I really just need some time with my partners and myself, and a moment to pull myself together. I hope you guys can be patient, gentle, and understanding of this all, and I hope to see your faces again during or after the spring break season. <3

Mad love, and many thanks for reading -- GlowBoyMusic

Hey hey NGs!

My voice is finally back to normal, and just in time for this months worth of uploads too! But first, I want to just say happy holidays to all here on NGs. :) You guys have been an incredible audience this year, and we are going to go through a little 2023 Highlight Recap of this year! And boy oh boy; what a year it has been!

Starting off, we hit the milestone of not only reaching Season Three of The Doctor's Notes Podcast, with a diverse range of topics that have been discussed, but also my music got featured in it's first animation on NG's and YouTube! The fact it has reached so many views and so many amazing people is already a great feat for the animator (I am mighty proud of you, @Deltaplanet .) but also a fantastic feat for myself as a composer. Next, we headed straight into NGUAC '23 and made it to the final round, ultimately losing-- BUT managing to just snag the top ten! We then announced, and eventually released the first three tracks to my debut time sensitive biographical album Canvas Mind and I am already so happy with how it's turning out, I am so glad to invite you all into a little piece of my world behind the keyboard whilst also keeping to the usual Glowboy format :)

Here are the the Top 3 Tracks of GBM 2023:

1. Aqua[cult]ure (Kallamar's Theme)
2. Drawing The Curtain (NGUAC FINAL ENTRY)
3. Start A Cult (GBM Edition)

Here are some underrated gems that you need to check out before the end of the year!:

1. What A Spring Morning In Elpis Sounds Like
2. We're Losing Touch (NGUAC K.O Entry)
3. A New Cult Order! (Bonus Track)
4. from water, to wine.
5. SAVE The World (GBM Remix)

And now we can get to the final updates of the year!

We have decided to make this years Holiday Special a New Years special instead, due to the fact that we have actually done one of those extravaganza's yet. I highly encourage you all to stay tuned for it, as unlike the past few episodes, this one will be an episode full of fun topics, and promised laughs all around (maybe a surprise? ;o) so see ya there on 29/12! or be square.

Next, some more music uploads may happen during this time (mostly covering FFXIV orchestrion OST's that I adored through my journey.) before the year is up! Be sure to follow my page to hear of ALL of my latest uploads, journals, and more!

In conclusion, it has been a turbulent yet successful year for me. And I thank all of you, yes you, for being the reason I continue to do what I do here. If it wasn't for you, I would be stuck in a douchey algorithm on YouTube or Soundcloud with barely any interaction or creative freedom whatsoever. Whether you have commissioned me, hired me, voted and commented on my works, or are an audience member/supporter, or you are just passing by my page-- Thank you. Thank you all so much. You mean the absolute world to me. And I cannot wait to see what 2024 has in store for us!

Mad love to each and every single one of you,

-- GlowBoyMusic♫

Hey hey NGs!

It has been a hot minute since I updated my journal. But I promise you it wasn’t on purpose <3 I have been so focused on my album Canvas Mind, and have been quite productive with my podcast series (the internet never fails to provide Glowboy and the Doc’ quality content…)

However, I do have some pretty shite news involving my health. I caught the seasonal plague and ended up with laryngitis as a resulting complication. In other words— I lost my voice. So that means the next episode of TDNP and NVMTBS will be inevitably delayed until my voice box has returned from the mechanics.

Though, while I am recovering, I will take this moment to explain my album in more detail, as some people have been wondering on the context due to how each track is being presented going forward.

So, let’s answer the FAQ’s about Canvas Mind!

Q: What is ‘Canvas Mind’ about?

A: Canvas Mind is the first out of three biographically driven albums based on the artists life, using instrumental sound rather than lyrics to ‘paint the picture’ of the album. Think of the music and instruments as the paint and texture, and the artists composition being the brush, and the emotions and feelings that are expressed through each track “paint out” a scenario that is entirely up to the audiences imagination. In a way, it is meant to be a psychological and mental playground for the imaginative and creative mind to wander, while also telling my story through sound. Ever since I was a child, I always used music as an outlet for my emotions and an escape from my often very tedious life growing up. Canvas Mind is the album that covers the first 12 years of my childhood.

Q: What’s the deal with the descriptions?

A: Taking inspiration from the likes of many storytelling based composers, each track will come with its own ‘chapter’. In order to understand the track and its progression within the album (since it is an album that is time sensitive to the artists life.) you will need to read the description with each song, think of it as a guideline and an outline of what emotion, feelings, environments, and events are being represented. They are also real anecdotes from the artists life, as it is a biography after all.

Q: When’s the next track coming out? When will the track releases conclude?

A: Every month on the 15th. The album will end on the 15th October 2024, 5 days after my birthday. Making the album total of 12 tracks, each increasing in duration by a minute or two.

Q: Uhh, where’s the album art?

A: The album art will be revealed at the end of its tenure. Think of it as the final product of the ‘canvas’ we’ve painted on this journey together. :) All album art will be ‘lovingly attempted’ by me.

Q: Where can I hear your tracks so far without scrolling through dozens of uploads?

A: There is a playlist already open for Canvas Mind to make listening between tracks far more easier. Check it out here to see the first uploads so far!

So that concludes the Q&A for my debut album. I am so excited to share this very personal and special piece of art that I have been dying to do for a long time.

I hope everyone stays hydrated and washes their hands! (Seriously, I caught a cold ya nasties, wash up!)

mad love, Glow.

Hey hey NG’s!

How is everyone doing this impending summer equinox? The leaves are turning to gold and various shades of saffron reds slowly but surely, the satisfying crunch of them under our feet as we embrace the new season coming around he corner. Whether you are a pumpkin spice enjoyer, or a hoodie and hot choccy traditionalist, I wish everyone a lovely Autumn season.

The year so far has been a great feat of ups and downs. We came in the Top 10 in NGUAC, and we couldn’t be anymore grateful for even making it towards the finals! We are celebrating the second year of The Doctor’s Notes Podcast being on the air, and we have a new series on the horizon and a new music project incoming. To watch the current episode of TDNP, click here!

My new series Nevermind The B*llshit! Comes out this evening, when the link is available, it will show (here!) starting off with the Rant editions of this show, before we move to the bigger, longer, and stronger episodes. Though this series will not be a permanent series on this site, it will be a fun and refreshing little opposite to it’s internet culture counterpart TDNP, and I am looking forward to show everyone what else I can bring to the table here on NG’s.

Then finally, my first NG’s album, Canvas Mind, will have the first track introduced here on 15th October— 5 days after my birthday. And it will be the first track of 12, spread out into once a month uploads. This album will be a completely different shift to what you are all use to hearing from me here on this site, and that is due to the album’s very personal place in my heart. More will be revealed as the songs go on, and on, and on…and on.

Despite my health now being in the best of conditions, and despite some parts of this year really taking a toll on my mental wellbeing, I am doing just fine. And I am so excited to show you all what I got goin’ on in store for everyone!

Also, my commissions will be wide open to all again on the 25th October, and will close on 12th December for the winter holidays! So if you want something done from me, reserving a spot now would be the perfect time to do so! 4 slots will be open at a time, so getchu a spot now before someone else you heavily dislike does! :D

All in all, I wish everyone a wonderous new season, and don’t forget to wrap up and stay warm!

mad love, Glow.

hey NG's!

Things have been pretty rough, not going to lie. But, that doesn't mean we will be short on content this month!

But first, before we get into the content and other goodies, I am going to announce a vacation period for this month too. Uploads for the podcast, and the new series, may be a little late in schedule. TDNP S3E4 will definitely be out this month, but Nevermind The Bxllshit! will have to be pushed to early September. This is due to me taking a break due to some health issues that have been happening these days. But, new music is coming, and I am trying out some new instruments that I am designing.

I am loving what people have been submitting to NGUAC! I have been lurking and listening, and I love what all of you are creating! Makes me so happy that this platform is finally getting the renaissance that it truly deserves. <3

I hope you are all taking care of yourselves and having fun this summer break! For those in the US, that break is almost over, and for other places, its next month, so make the most of it while you still can by checking out my current playlist full of music to enjoy! Or if you are an adult on work vacation at very last, then check out my podcast series so far here, here, and here too! (You'll be glad you did! We are at our third season now, and it is more than just a podcast ;) )

In the meantime, I look forward to coming back to NG's with a new series, new music. and new heights to bring to you all.

mad love, Glow.

EDIT: My Discord link is now up again! Feel free to join us for more updates, and to get to know me personally! (18+ only!)

hey NGs!

I hope everyone is bracing this long and hot summer. i know for sure it hasn't been easy for me, but it hasn't been too bad either since my last update.

I managed to release some music along with an unreleased from a couple months or so back. I am so glad people like what I do and I truly appreciate every single review, fav, and download!

Now, time for the news.

So, I have recently decided that from the 1st August onwards, i will no longer use Twitter. That platform has been nothing but a piece of garbage and I honestly wish I never joined the site. My mental health issues aren't exactly going to be helped when that platform is literally crawling with mental illness, it's actually unbelievable how long this has taken me to make this step for the better, but i am doing it, and i felt a weight drift off of my shoulders making my final thread on my Twitter. From now on; it's all about Newgrounds.

Also, I have finally opened a Discord server for anyone who is interested! It is a casual 18+ but SFW lounge for anyone who is a fan of my content and wants to see more, such as livestreams (WIP streams and gaming streams), activities, and more to come! If you would like to join, then please click the link in my bio! Note: You must confirm that you are 18+ before a role will be assigned. The link will be reset every Monday.

The next thing I will discuss is that I am so happy to announce that my new series "Nevermind The B*llshit!" is expected to have it's pilot episode released on the last Saturday night of August! (8/26/23) if you want to learn more about this new series, please check out the S3E1 episode of TNDP here! the next episode of TDNP comes out next week, where I will discuss more about my leave from social media, plus many more topics incoming!

My issues regarding my mental health and my physical health are indeed quite taxing and difficult, but I am pressing on as I always do just for you guys! I must!

I have also recently submitted to the Newgrounds Underdogs’ Audio Contest (NGUAC) and if anyone wants to join me on the fun, hurry now until Aug 3rd for your submission, and upload your audio here when done! Good Luck!

Have a great end to your summer, and stay tuned for more!

Mad love, Glow.