Imaginary Softwoods is the ambient project of Cleveland-based musician John Elliott, co-founder of the experimental label Spectrum Spools. Known for his immersive soundscapes built from analog synths and tape loops, Elliott crafts music that feels both meditative and otherworldly. Emerging from the American underground scene in the mid-2000s, Imaginary Softwoods explores themes of memory, texture, and transcendence. His releases on labels like Amethyst Sunset, Last Known Trajectory, and his own Spectrum Spools have earned acclaim for their depth and timeless, dreamlike quality.