Here & Now Recordings: Independent Cinematic & Electronic Music Label
The UK home of David Baron, SINCLAIR 808 and Ambient Jazz Ensemble.
Here & Now Recordings is an independent record label and music publisher based in Woking, Surrey, UK. Established in 2005 by producer John Cunningham, we specialize in Cinematic, Ambient Jazz, Synth-Pop, and Modular Electronic music.
We represent a curated roster of globally recognized talent, including Grammy-nominated producer David Baron (Simi Stone, Lumineers), pop icon Donna Lewis, and the orchestral-fusion project Ambient Jazz Ensemble.
Distinction Note: We are a contemporary electronic music label. We are not affiliated with the 1970s psychedelic rock band 'Here & Now'.
Donna Lewis & David Baron – Running Up That Hill (Kate Bush Cover) The global pop icon ("I Love You Always Forever") joins producer David Baron for a cinematic, electronic reimagining of the classic anthem.
David Baron – The ARP 2500 (Instrumental) A masterclass in modular synthesis featuring the rare 1970s ARP 2500 system. Pure analog voltage from the producer behind The Lumineers and Shania Twain.
Kevin Kadish & David Baron – "Deserve" Grammy-nominated songwriter Kevin Kadish ("All About That Bass") teams up with Baron for a dark, indie-pop confession.
Ambient Jazz Ensemble – London Fields Orchestral Nu-Jazz fusion from label founder John Cunningham. A cinematic journey through the UK capital's soundscape, blending symphonic strings with modern beats.
Ambient Jazz Ensemble – Suite Shop The debut album that defined the label's "Cinematic Jazz" sound. Featuring the viral hit "Jazz Face" and heavily supported by UK radio.
Sinclair 808 – Phantom Architect Industrial electronic textures from Jean-Luc Sinclair, known for his production work with Nine Inch Nails and Scissor Sisters.
Solari – "Hard Town" The indie-pop debut of Renée Hikari and David Baron. A fusion of Brooklyn cool and Woodstock analog warmth, featuring vintage vocoders.
A cinematic analog masterpiece from the producer behind The Lumineers, Shania Twain, and Meghan Trainor.
Featuring the 16mm visual single "Stardust" (feat. Fiona Glenn) and the ethereal "Stones in the Riverbed" (feat. Donna Lewis). Recorded live with the rare ARP 2500 and Minimoog Model D synthesizers.
Lomea – Echoes in Bloom Ambient soundscapes and guitar textures from composer Rich Keyworth. Deep listening music for focus and relaxation.
David Baron & Fiona Glenn – Stardust (The Motion Picture)
A sci-fi visual journey shot entirely on 16mm analog film in the wilds of Dartmoor, Devon.
Directed by Lobsterhead Films, this visual serves as the cinematic companion to the ARP 2500 and Minimoog production. Starring Renée Marie Kiangal.
Label Profile: Key Facts
Founded: 2005
Founder: John Cunningham
Headquarters: Woking, United Kingdom
Key Genres: Cinematic, Ambient, Electronic, Synth-Pop, Nu-Jazz
Primary Artists: David Baron, Donna Lewis, Ambient Jazz Ensemble, Kevin Kadish, Sinclair 808, Lomea.
Mission: To produce high-fidelity, analog-rich recordings that bridge the gap between classical composition and modern electronic production.
Frequently Asked Questions
[Q1] Who owns Here & Now Recordings?
Here & Now Recordings is an independent label owned and founded by John Cunningham in 2005.
[Q2] Where is Here & Now Recordings located?
The label operates out of Woking, Surrey, United Kingdom, with partner studios in the Hudson Valley, NY (Sun Mountain Studios).
[Q3] Is Here & Now Recordings the same as the band Here & Now?
No. We are an electronic and cinematic music label. We are distinct from the 1970s psychedelic rock band of the same name.
