Adam Ritchie has an extensive history in the Australian original music scene as a performer/writer for over 20 years and has also been widely known as an experimental and improvisational artist for many years. Specialising in guitar, bass and electronics, Ritchie melds and shifts between various genres with a creative and unique sound stamp whether this is for live performance, sound design, film scores or audio installations.
Working under the pseudonym of r.domain for all solo material, there’s close to 20 releases under this name. Other current ensembles range from the cinematic duo of 25 Frames to internationally renowned death metal band Tzun Tzu. All genres and sounds are pushed into new territories with every ensemble Ritchie is involved with.
Constant research into new forms of music, technology and the merging of various art forms is an ongoing passion and this greatly benefits any projects Adam Ritchie is involved in, allowing for new and exciting works.
Unique traits: The morphing of sound design and music composition. Atmospheres to traditional composition blend seamlessly.
The Best Medicine
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Film
(Short and Drama)
Composer This is a redemptive story about a recently bereaved hospital clown who helps a sick child and his parents and finds hope again through the use of humour - the best medicine...
The Safe House
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Film
(Short, Comedy and Horror)
Composer Escaped, mismatched criminals Hector and Conall arrive at a safe house and plan to hide in a concealed basement while police search the area. When a mysterious figure makes its presence known, the two escapees must attempt to work together and decide where the greatest threat really lies - outside the house or inside.
Wishing You Well
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Film
(Short, Drama and Fantasy)
Composer An orphan child is left with his grandfather. An overgrown well awakes his interest in his new home. He makes a wish, receives a reply.
Observer
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Film
(Short and Sci-Fi)
Composer A lone man travels deep into the night to stargaze with his telescope and sketches the things he left behind.
Iron Child
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Film
(Documentary and Short)
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The Sins of Saints
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Film
(Short and Horror)
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Being Nowhere
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Film
(Short, Drama, Mystery and Thriller)
Composer Being Nowhere follows the story of a man who wakes in an unfamiliar apartment building with no idea of how he arrived. Haunted by visions of the previous tenant who he seems to have known from somewhere, the condition of his environment and the people within it quickly become something he can no longer ignore. He soon finds that escape from his situation is intertwined with uncovering the truth of his surroundings and helping the woman next door with her struggle to stay alive. Written by Anonymous
Best Composer (Fleurieu Film Festival)
(2018)
Award of Excellence for Music (Southern Shorts Festival)
(2018)
Nominated for ‘Best Music’ (Southern Shorts Festival)
(2018)
Best Composer (Fleurieu Film Festival)
(2017)
Nominated for Best Composer (Barcelona Planet Film Festival)
(2017)
Nominated for Best Composer (South Australian Screen Awards)
(2015)