ASMR from 1997: "The Sounds of Nature with Dr. Matt" - A Lo-Fi Role Play

Found at an estate sale, this VHS tape contains another production by the man who showcased a variety of early ASMR triggers for a mail-order video in 1995. This installment features an exhibition of nature sounds from within Yosemite National Park.
In this lo-fi ASMR video, I play the role of Dr. Matt as he explores Yosemite Valley and presents several relaxing sounds made with naturally-occurring objects. This video includes soft speaking, leaf crunching, rock tapping, pinecone sounds, walking on gravel, and more. I hope you'll enjoy it!
00:53 - Introduction
03:08 - Introduction to Walking Sounds
04:43 - Walking Sounds & Leaf Crunching
06:38 - Attempt at Recording Falling Leaves
07:27 - Introduction to Giant Rock
09:39 - Giant Rock Sounds
10:58 - Introduction to Pinecone
12:14 - Pinecone Sounds
13:11 - Introduction to Mysterious Cave
14:24 - Mysterious Cave Sounds
17:55 - Conclusion
This is the second video in my Dr. Matt series of VHS-style ASMR videos. You can watch the first one here: • ASMR from 1995: "Relax...
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[@MattasticASMR]

Fun fact: this was originally going to be a horror ASMR video for Halloween, in which Dr. Matt encounters some creature or force he wasn't prepared for... but I ultimately decided to make this a more straightforward ASMR video. That's why you might notice a few suspicious moments of foreshadowing during this video -- most of it was filmed prior to deciding not to go with a horror ending. Don't worry, it's safe to fall asleep to! :)

[@keithknight627]

Ayo

[@milleliza1490]

I honestly thought this was going to be Dr. Matt killing someone in the forest and him doing a tutorial about it but yeah that's actually great too.

[@katyh4487]

Amazing work Matt!!!

[@nikmoist4558]

That would’ve actually been dope

[@khit007]

Good because I want to see more videos from Dr. Matt! Please don't let him die!!! Although I guess there's two years of videos that could be re discovered even if he did die.

[@icloudy123]

Matt is so dedicated to ASMR he even travelled back in time to record this wonderful video for us! What a talented man he is

[@FoundGod]

arriverderci.

[@tazmaneeuh]

Sticky fingers!!!!

[@Dellipie]

It's mama bruno :0

[@joshayuniverse3538]

Let's dip in a zipper so we can watch some AsMattR in peace

[@FoundGod]

@@joshayuniverse3538 sounds like a plan

[@sadcrowcaws]

Dr. Matt is quickly becoming one of my favorite ASMR roleplay characters ever, keep it up!!

[@MattasticASMR]

Thank you!

[@ascoutly1593]

@@MattasticASMR love how you respond to these comments so straightforwardly and in a very wholesome way

[@ascoutly1593]

Hats off to you my friend 🎩👌,

[@lukassundkvist7564]

He didn't keep it up😞

[@l8lagonyl8l9]

Very creative matt, very creative. Well done.

[@MattasticASMR]

Thank you!

[@aviationswissog1177]

@@MattasticASMR I have a question did you actually go to Yosemite national park to film this video?

[@playboinate6394]

@@aviationswissog1177 ofc the mustache never lies

[@Stay.enlighented]

I loved the eerie feel to this, this amazing character, the acting is superb and is ultimately legendary, the sense that he isn't truly alone and he somewhat knows that but at the same time is trying to ignore it, it's amazing

[@MattasticASMR]

Thanks a bunch!

[@Sector4AQA]

As soon as I saw your community post I knew this was coming. Weirdly enough, it gives me some "The Blair Witch Project" vibes, maybe because of the forest and 4:3 aspect ratio. It isn't scary, but it manages to give a creepy feeling of loneliness while also being relaxing. The video isn't even whispered, and yet your voice manages to be as relaxing as always. Amazing work, Matt, and I hope you are able to reach 150K soon and more since you deserve it!

[@MattasticASMR]

Thanks a bunch!

[@Clurny]

well he just hit 150k

[@SquishyRed1]

Yup. Hes 150 k now

[@xXxThelegend27xXx]

It was actually meant to be a horror video to begin with but he decided to scrap the idea 😄

[@solaris5757]

It's a Liminal video

[@TranquilJourneysASMR]

I like to imagine Matt drove all the way to Yosemite, in character, and didn't break even when other hikers walked by or talked to him.

[@John_Buckson]

That is matt

[@Aroraa]

@@John_Buckson weeb

[@Miguel-nd6kc]

When Christmas comes, you should make a 'relaxing Christmas enjoyment with Dr matt' (December 25 1997). Edit: wow I've never gotten so many likes! Thanks so much 😊

[@BBLsyndrome]

Yesss!

[@delikaanli3401]

OMG YES

[@NotEmilio]

Wait isn't December 24 Christmas day or does it depend on the country?

[@BBLsyndrome]

@@NotEmilio i thought that was Christmas eve tho the 24th lol

[@AbuRashidIbnArabi]

This!

[@vex1919]

Is no one gonna talk about how beautiful the scenery is? He was doing ASMR in something out of a Bob Ross painting, pure excellence.

[@FactsASMR1]

Bob Ross! The legend.

[@martie6066]

I just love the Character Dr Matt and the Lo-Fi vibe, please make this a series, you're my favorite ASMRtist by far, keep up the good work S2

[@MattasticASMR]

Thank you!

[@DeezN00tz99]

Not gonna lie but Dr. Matt is my favorite..I cant decide if he's just a lonely man in the 90s or a peculiar serial killer. Either way he has my love

[@ThRealReiko]

He’s not lonely in the first video of this he mentions his children and wife

[@DeezN00tz99]

@@ThRealReiko you can have a family and still feel lonely

[@dreamofyouandi]

I think he’s just a very strange, asocial person. I like him

[@mygills3050]

@@DeezN00tz99 or be a serial killer. Just a selective serial killer

[@cesarrios1452]

Lofi done right, I like that the low quality of the video is part of the whole concept not just for the sake of it

[@nodders4733]

THE LEGEND DR MATT HAS RETURNED

[@CophinRuinz0rKestra]

Would love to see a third Dr. Matt video at some point. Like "Asmr in my office with Dr. Matt" or something. Ive also wanted to go to Yosemite most of my life. Havent been yet.

[@gaysara]

Yosemite is my favorite!! So excited to watch this!!!

[@MattasticASMR]

I hope you'll like it!

[@Wolfdings]

Half Dome in the background, Dr.Matt from 1997. Is is a total win!

[@joshuaschmidt738]

“This massive...rock. I’ll call it a rock.” 😂😂 thanks for another awesome video matt! hilarious, highly creative, and extremely relaxing as always

[@MattasticASMR]

Thanks a bunch!

[@darrylldoucette6895]

I see what you mean by the small hints of the original intention of this video. I like it! Dr. Matt is my favourite. I hope you can please find more of his vintage VHS video tapes to share with us. He’s the best.

[@khit007]

Love the creativity... using a freaking mountain as a trigger? That's the first time I've seen that xD

[@MattasticASMR]

Thanks!

[@ascoutly1593]

@@MattasticASMR good job man good job

[@SojuLast]

This man doesn’t even put ads in his videos for this quality asmr

[@JustyMe]

Oh yess, bad quality recordings are the best, it even even sounds a bit like one of my professors at the university! 😂

[@MattasticASMR]

I'm glad you like it!

[@sammyza9n]

It's not bad quality it's just the 1980s quality it's normal

[@galacticcars949]

@@sammyza9n 1990s not trying to be mean or anything just saying

[@marinko6450]

I prefer the term "lower quality".

[@JustyMe]

@@sammyza9n I just meant the sound isn't as crisp/clear. Of course I didn't mean to insult the work that was put into making the video :p

[@IntergalacticPotato999]

Let's appreciate this man that he has a very creative and passionate personality. Keep making these kinds of great videos dude! Love your videos!

[@MattasticASMR]

Thanks a bunch!

[@doomservice]

The man’s playing chess when the rest of the ASMR crowd’s playing checkers.

[@hamburggerm5824]

Except for Uncle E

[@doomservice]

@@hamburggerm5824 Good call.

[@perox9695]

@@hamburggerm5824 I guess you could say they are playing the same chess match

[@AlabamaBoiz]

@@hamburggerm5824 uncle e is playing starcraft while everyone else is playing tic tac toe

[@gda_media2948]

Dr. Matt is quickly achieving GOAT status at mastering the line between entertaining and relaxing

[@Blanket420]

Love the VHS tape style you got Matt Really enjoying this series, can't wait to see more

[@MattasticASMR]

Thank you!

[@MadmicadXP2]

He even has the aspect ratio changed to 4:3, that's awesome

[@yungperrywinkle]

Thank you for archiving these videos from 97. I used to listen to dr matt every night before I went to bed

[@agds91078]

Oh 1997 was a good year! I was still young and in my prime back then and a young adult who turned 18yrs that year.

[@cherry_boikekyoin4121]

I swear this man gets more and more creative in each video he posts

[@MattasticASMR]

Thanks!

[@Charger6Banger]

I love the sounds of low quality ASMR!! Keep up the hard work! This channel deserves 1 million subs

[@MattasticASMR]

Thank you!

[@bunnylikesgingerale]

If people didn’t know this was an ASMR video filmed in 2020 and you went with the horror ending, people would assume that this was a lost tape

[@behema9815]

This is a message to the digital archeologists of the future: This was not faked in the year 2020, it was recorded in 1997.

[@ethantucker92838]

Ah yes. This comment again.

[@ArtemisWasHere]

Well it’s true Don’t say otherwise

[@brianstabile165]

This is a message of the company of why did you remove the spectutcal

[@MattExzy]

Oddly enough as a kid of the 90s, it reminds me a lot of the home videos made by relatives of the era.

[@Tyler-uo7rf]

​@@MattExzyI agree even though I'm an 80s kid I was born in 85

[@unowntomost]

This is my favorite asmr series so far , well done man

[@MattasticASMR]

Thank you!

[@dejweedz]

My prayers have been answered and accepted My dream of seeing future presentations of relaxing sounds with doctor Matt came true

[@Kanabozo]

Why is no one talking about how Unnerving and uneasy the cave scene was? One part he's following the red light, then boom, cuts to blue then to him looking somewhat shocked. This video would've been way better as horror than calming in my opinion.

[@abyzz6252]

read matts comment

[@Mrreowmeowmrreowmrowmeow]

It was intended to be a horror asmr video, but i guess he changed his mind kinda

[@Kanabozo]

@@Mrreowmeowmrreowmrowmeow I know it was intended to be one, but it would've been better if he stuck with horror over this.

[@Mrreowmeowmrreowmrowmeow]

@@Kanabozo ok

[@sadflix8754]

At first the red light wasn’t to scary to me until it starts to move side to side

[@TysonASMR]

you play this character so well 😩

[@mateuszpruchnik3370]

I like how Dr. Matt seems to have grown in confidence over these 2 years

[@daneverharen1694]

Dr.Matt returned when we needed him most

[@krasnell163]

Matt is insane with those ideas and his acting! He fits so well with his acting in almost everything!

[@MattasticASMR]

Thank you!

[@linabeaan]

these are my favorite. dr matt is a neat character, and i appreciate him so much. keep up the fantastic work, matt

[@MattasticASMR]

Thank you!

[@MrFiire]

Matt hasn’t aged in over 23 years

[@perpetualebb]

Absolutely incredible, I almost feel bad falling asleep to this because it’s art!

[@MattasticASMR]

Thank you!

[@wilee.coyote812]

This is genuinely my favourite ASMR video ever! I fall asleep to it every night.

[@welp3609]

Littalry the best and most creative ASMR creater out there,

[@Matt_is_Sleepy]

Litterally*, and i agree with you, never really seen anything similar.

[@grandstrategos1144]

@@Matt_is_Sleepy *Literally, and I also agree

[@MattasticASMR]

Thank you very much!

[@CULTOFARTRA]

@@grandstrategos1144 litereary

[@danielmendoza6521]

@@Matt_is_Sleepy Literally *

[@Reaper1_7]

Nobody, ASMattR: time travels to the past just to make an asmr video

[@HappyTrees]

This should be a re-occurring character lol

[@hamburggerm5824]

I bet he's going to be lol

[@HappyTrees]

@@hamburggerm5824 We need a Dr. Matt tries online dating apps episode hahaha

[@SojuLast]

What we really need is a bob ross and dr matt collab. Rip Bob Ross

[@justaverymemeyjackal7940]

Pleaseeeeee make another one of these! I absolutely love this concept and you've built up quite a mysterious story with Dr. Matt and it can be expanded so much more! For a third part, you should take the role as Dr. Matt's son somewhere in the 2000's who recently discovered his father's tapes and wishes to continue on the research. Whatever way you continue Dr. Matt's story, I'm sure it will be brilliant and full of tingles!

[@dirtycommtroop]

People like this really make asmr an art form. Instead of just making sounds they create a whole act and persona. Its like a little movie or play.

[@soronprfrbs]

I'm simply begging you for more Dr. Matt content 🙏

[@nz5577]

I like How he is less camera shy than his (first i presume) video in 95. Nice touch. Like a early KZbinr.

[@joebaxter1936]

Matt has the keys to be amongst the best asmr ist in the community! Hand down. The creative lo fi is great. I love the 90s feel and audio and camera! The soothing voice he carry’s in the videos

[@MattasticASMR]

Thanks a bunch!

[@bluebrick0449]

I'm so glad this has a sequel. I hope it becomes a little series

[@rose-tw4hj]

I am constantly bewildered by how creative your ideas are in every video! I use this as background noise when I study, and when I need a break, I tend to rewind and just watch it through again so I can get the full scope of your talent! Thank you for the amazing content!

[@MattasticASMR]

Thanks a bunch!

[@SniperSmithlp]

This is so genius, I really like the Lo-Fi sound :) The visuals are also on point. :D

[@MattasticASMR]

Thank you!

[@LavvyWuff]

I adore Dr. Matt :D He seems like such a soft, gentle sweetheart~ The kind of person who gives off constant, calming ASMR vibes, even when he's just existing.

[@gus_627]

I loved each and every aspect of the first one, this one just explodes those factors with such delight! Dr. Matt is truly my favorite character when it comes to ASMR! Matt you are such an amazing ASMRtist I love your videos, keep it up! I love Lo-fi plus Dr. Matt's voice is just GENIUS

[@MattasticASMR]

Thanks a bunch!

[@brandonthephotographer6679]

The rock tapping at 9:40 caught me so off guard... it was just sooo relaxing... like... a rock!! Matt taping a rock is what put me to sleep!! Keep up the good work.

[@iimv1935]

This is 100% the most pleasing asmr video I’ve ever seen. 10/10 Matt, I wish you the best but I’m a bit selfish because there is something even more pleasant about a small KZbin community. But with this amazing of content you’re bound to become one of the biggest creators on the platform for sure!

[@DoctorWu23]

This is genuinely so cool, the view of yosemite on this old camera is absolutely incredible

[@dummyquiccc9695]

“I’m going to step on then and see what kinds of sounds they make.” - said my neighborhood bully to me and my friends

[@josephshirt9848]

Alright. Enough is enough. This content. It’s pure quality. Absolute quality. Matt, congratulations, you have earned my subscription. I watch a lot of ASMR, but very, VERY rarely subscribe. This is just...TOO good.

[@MattasticASMR]

Thank you very much!

[@_Nori5005_]

The fact that he did this in my favourite place on earth makes it 10x better. Amazing video 👍

[@Harry_808]

I absolutely love Dr Matt! The effects for the old videos as well as your relaxing voice is just amazing. Keep up the superb work!

[@raffaelbaumkaenguruh2654]

i love dr.matt. a scientist discovering asmr before the age of internet is so cool, and yet inspiring! best Wishes have a good day!

[@MattasticASMR]

Thank you!

[@sharknvasky5202]

Bro this genre of ASMR is the best. I think you should do more of this dr matt storyline.

[@Cincystone]

Matt seems to really know himself and his talents. Much respect to him!

[@Nameless0061]

Dr. Matt is awesome. One of my fave of all time. I always stop by here to watch it again, hope to see you again.

[@helcol14]

these videos are great, Thanks for making them. Probably my favorite asmr style videos. Really nostalgic.

[@MattasticASMR]

Thank you!

[@jakek.6279]

I knew it from the teaser that Dr. Matt would be making a return. Great video as always. Been here for about 4-5 years and you have failed to disappoint me. Keep it up.

[@RoccHard13]

Man this looks so real it almost seems like an unintentional asmr

[@MattasticASMR]

Thanks!

[@himurakenshin5380]

These dr. Matt video are the best. The people need more matt

[@doralaexploradora9984]

His voice sound just like a narrator of an old magical story, and I love it

[@themiekexperience]

I love videos like this one, it takes away from the monotony that regular ASMR can tend to have and be both engaging and relaxing, keep up the great work Matt!

[@MattasticASMR]

Thank you!

[@DJ-lo8fh]

mans know how to asmr

[@calliisto]

r u bri’ish

[@P90XGetRipped]

@@calliisto lmaoooo 😂

[@obamabinboolin8128]

@@calliisto nahhhh don’t say it like that just say British

[@calliisto]

@@obamabinboolin8128 oi mate whats off

[@Rosweld76]

Seriously we need a ASMR Matt and Ephemeral Rift collaboration. You are the only ASMaRtist who can match his creativity and dedication to a character and story. Truly a genius you are Matt! I can’t wait to see what videos you’ll make next! I’ve been watching you for almost a year and it’s been a truly awesome experience so far!

[@mr.doodytp3793]

Yes a dr Matt sequel!

[@GenVK]

I have always enjoyed inventive ASMR. I latched onto Uncle E about 5 or 6 years ago, and have been tagging along with him since. And I found you in the past year or so, and you also have the creative, out-of-the-box thinking that keeps me coming back to his and your videos. I highly appreciate the effort you put into the filming and (often underrecognized) editing of these videos. Thank you so much for doing this. Also I'm biased because Dr. Matt and his 'ancient' recording equipment are my favorite.

[@youraveragegamer9519]

The best asmr out there

[@MattasticASMR]

Thank you!

[@ricardolafou5921]

Ow the 90’s when being happy was just normal. This takes me back the audio etc.. my youth came back for a moment.☀️✌🏻👍🏼

[@slimjimmy5159]

You don’t know how bad I want him to say “do you know who ate all the donuts”

[@lucabrasi49]

You my friend are an ASMR genius.. this quality took me back to my childhood watching things like this on the old box TVs

[@MattasticASMR]

Thank you!

[@caveman7034]

I respect everyone’s taste...but if you don’t like matt’s videos...your taste is trash.

[@vBUMPERv]

What a strange paradox.

[@Yuri-pu7gd]

Well,thats fair at least

[@jochumm6099]

AcKtHualLy, tHis iS wRonG beCaUse YOu cAN't fOrcE PeOplE to LiKe SomEthIng

[@nautikient2151]

@@jochumm6099 shut up

[@AuxCordUnplug]

@@nautikient2151 He's being ironic, relax.

[@LockeDemosthenes2]

This is like if The Blair Witch Project were asmr. Also, this is seriously one of the best and most original asmr videos I've ever seen.

[@p0t.h0lder]

I hope you continue this series matt, it's one of my favorites from your channel.

[@chinmustache6420]

Wow, I somehow forgot how doctor/professor-like Matt can look and sound. Also, I like that the video is dated exactly 23 years ago

[@fredsaidred2461]

i’ve followed you for years now and the quality just never disappoints. love to see it

[@Sansri16761]

Last time I was this early I was getting some Steamed Hams from Utica

[@hyperion3145]

Steamed Hams? But they are obviously grilled.

[@turniptimberpaws8148]

"THE HOUSE IS ON FIRE"

[@turniptimberpaws8148]

"No mother its just the northern Lights"

[@justaregularoldpileofsnow6877]

Oh no you must be mistaken, that's an Albany expression

[@turniptimberpaws8148]

"For steamed hams..?"

[@George_Davies]

This is excellent. I continue to believe some of the best asmr is recorded imperfectly, with noisey lapel mics or a camcorder, etc... one of the reasons unintentional asmr is so popular. Nice one, Matt!

[@MattasticASMR]

Thank you!

[@lavenderasmr8743]

omg I didn't even realize I was early, but I really love your asmr :)

[@MattasticASMR]

Thank you!

[@CHCLTRC]

It's so cool going to bed knowing there's already s Matt video waiting to be seen. It's like I know I won't have problems with my sleep starting from there.

[@YassirLucaLike]

I don't know how do you get these amazing and relaxing ideas.

[@MattasticASMR]

I'm glad you like them!

[@davidhannahmusic]

Yes!! Great to see you again Dr. Matt! :) Thank you for your relaxing videos that you provide for us.

[@OTBK..]

This is good already

[@MattasticASMR]

Thanks!

[@OTBK..]

Your welcome your just this good at asmr.

[@justfriccoff3363]

@@OTBK.. you're

[@OTBK..]

@@justfriccoff3363 what?

[@P90XGetRipped]

I’ve been subbed to matt since the Joker voice impression and has been my preferred ASMRtist since then. The quality and effort he puts in his videos is deserving of 1 Million Subs without a doubt

[@MattasticASMR]

Thank you very much!

[@__soap__]

The next Epidermal Rift right here, mark my words

[@z3ig332]

Epidermal

[@hunk547]

Ikr???

[@brunomarques8956]

Agree

[@helix00]

Need to collab

[@isabelatome5160]

Matt should really do a collab with Rift. It would be so perfect

[@ProfessorASMR]

This is quite relaxing and a creative role play! Thank you for the tingles, Matt! Loving the retro videos!

[@MattasticASMR]

Thank you!

[@3toCoco]

Petition for him to start a Dr. Matt channel (just imagine him still doing this as an old man, bob ross 2.0)

[@Dr0dd]

Omg, thank you for bringing him back! I loved that first video just for the idea behind it already.

[@chewyvixe9491]

This is LEGIT from 1997!!!

[@Expheus]

Dr.Matt's voice is amazingly relaxing alone, would love to have a book reading of some sort from him. Amazing stuff