Sounds intriguing. Turns out there's one happening about a mile from my front door so I may just check it out if I can get the Mrs interested.

I'm heading for my session on monday, so will report back if it lives up to the hype

So it was interesting - I definitely enjoyed it - but for me it was nothing like doing psychedelics (although they say everyone's experiences are different). You're all led into this circular space, then you lie back on these comfy chairs, with some new age/ambient music playing on surround sound, and close your eyes. The dreamachine then plays lots of strobing white lights - and your mind then produces colours and patterns as a result. It was fun, but not as mind blowing as I had hoped - some reds, blues and brief patterns appeared for me. The visuals were pleasant, but not that special - perhaps they're better for those who've never taken psychedelics before. No competition for some good shrooms, but still a fun afternoon out (for free). I also wonder what it would be like if you go while tripping on something...

There is an app on the android store called Lumenate.

I think you might like that.

If you practice Wim Hof breathwork, after about 3 rounds, you will see hypnagogic colours.

On one session they turned very smoke like and I was lucid dreaming that I was at a music venue where Jon Hopkins was playing Open Eye Signal.

It felt very realistic but brief.

If you haven't tried breathwork I would highly recommend as it is free.

Thanks - someone else mentioned Lumenate to me. It sounds interesting. I'll check it - and those other recommendations - out :-)

Perhaps it only really works if you already experience closed-eye hallucinations?

Check these guys out…

Very cool 🖖🏼❤️

review: "as close to state-funded psychedelic drugs as you can get".

Almost sold out in London, but more tickets due for release 16/05/22

what is it exactly?

Those links will explain it better than i ever could (especially as i don't fully understand it), but it seems to be an updated Dreamachine - a type of art installation/interactive exhibition that uses lots of flashing lights/colours/music to give 'visitors free transcendental experiences without the need for illegal hallucinogenic drugs.' It's touring the UK this summer. Video below does a much better job explaining it than me, but it sounds pretty trippy :-)

more detail here