Strain sound is the latest musical offering from Aotearoa creative Aidan Brown. Strain is dedicated to showcasing the latest Zenonesque/Progressive Psychedelic sounds. A native to Te Waihekeheke, Aidan cut their teeth playing bass guitar in local Punk, Psych Rock, and Jazz groups. However, after attending their first festival in Takaka at the age of 17, they were hooked on experimental electronic music. Shortly after, they moved to Pōneke and began creating their own sounds and playing shows with a singleminded passion. Eventually this path led to working as a promoter, starting the imprints Vague Recordings and Aœde Audio. Now having been a working musician for the past 10+ years, some highlights include supporting Kromagon and Grouch at their Pōneke shows.