Life in Surround

Independent immersive audio reviews and evaluation focused on how Quadraphonic, 5.1, and Dolby Atmos mixes translate in real world listening environments.

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Mike Vieira

I run Life in Surround, a dedicated platform for immersive and multichannel music coverage. The focus is simple. Serious listening, clear perspective, and honest evaluation of how surround and spatial releases actually work in real listening environments.

Life in Surround covers Quadraphonic, 5.1, 7.1, Dolby Atmos, Auro-3D and related formats with long form reviews, interviews, and industry commentary.

Trusted by listeners and industry professionals in the immersive audio space.

Featured Work

Wish You Were Here Review

The Beatles in Surround: 2007 to 2023

The Justin Gray Interview

Submissions and inquiries

Life in Surround considers review copies and welcomes professional inquiries related to immersive audio and media evaluation.

Review copies and media submissions

Physical multichannel formats including Blu ray, SACD, DVD Audio, and other surround releases are accepted.

Download links are accepted.

Streaming access via Apple Music is supported.

All submissions are considered. Coverage is not guaranteed.

Professional and industry inquiries

Life in Surround supports package and media QC, consulting on fan expectations, mix quality evaluation, immersive audio guidance, and equipment evaluation.

Contact

Prefer email. Once domain email is live, contact will be available at mike@lifeinsurround.com.