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Dan Terminus Delivers a Dark Synthwave Ritual with Synchroliturgie

Dan Terminus’s latest album, Synchroliturgie, takes listeners on a captivating journey through his signature blend of dark, atmospheric synthwave. Known for his ability to craft immersive sonic atmospheres, Terminus seamlessly merges pulsing electronic rhythms with cinematic depth, evoking feelings of both nostalgia and futurism. The album’s title, Synchroliturgie, suggests a connection between synchronised rhythms and [Continue]

Exploring Panoram’s ‘What It Means’: A Track That Evokes Both Awe and Confusion

Synth maestro Panoram released an irreverent track, ‘What It Means,’ on his own Wandering Eye label. With over a million streams across various platforms, Panoram has built a dedicated following within the global IDM (Intelligent Dance Music) community over the last decade. His experimental compositions, which blend IDM, library music, and classical minimalism, have caught [Continue]

Q&A with Douze & Lo Galbo

Douze and Lo Galbo – a French / Dutch producer collaboration released ‘Dawn’, the original motion picture soundtrack to their own film concept on 27th November. The project aims to create an authentic, retro soundtrack designed to spark nostalgic memories of a movie that never existed. The producers focused on emotive music, specific to different [Continue]

Q&A with global legend Fernando Lagreca

We sat down with Fernando Lagreca, the Uruguayan-born, Barcelona-based maestro of analog-driven electronic music. He blends decades of sonic evolution into his latest album, TIME, released on his Beautiful Accident label. A prolific producer with a career marked by Beatport chart success and releases on labels like Sincopat and Renaissance, Lagreca is equally renowned for [Continue]

Experience the thrilling rebirth of KIARAA with her single ‘Feel With Me’ (Robert Parker Remix)

Renowned performer, singer and lyricist KIARAA has unveiled a sensational remix of her single ‘Feel With Me’ by Robert Parker. Released on 22 November via Sono Rak Corp, the single is a trailblazing mixture of atmospheric 80s synths giving it a retro flair, along with KIARAA’s striking vocals, creating a dazzling experience from beginning to [Continue]

Sasha Carassi shares an 80s-infused remix of Harry Kaze’s ‘On My Lips’

On November 15th, 2024, prolific producer and DJ Sasha Carassi released a remix of French artist Harry Kaze’s track ‘On My Lips’ via Adam Beyer’s Truesoul/Drumcode Records, garnering support from RTÉ 2FM. A veteran of the electronic music scene since his teenage years, the Italian artist has built a remarkable career with releases on renowned [Continue]

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Rising songstress ALI shares debut album Mirage, Vol 1

Spanish pop sensation ALI unveiled her debut album Mirage, Vol 1 on 6 November via Alicia Cano Music. The dazzling 8-track album sublimely channels her individuality and passion for music. ALI recently moved to London to pursue music, and the album reflects her experiences with transformation, change and growing pains. Although ALI is an emerging [Continue]

The Silent Room shares ‘Fluorescent’ EP, a dazzling debut of cinematic synths

The Silent Room, the solo project of UK composer Tim Oliver, launched his debut EP Fluorescent into the world on October 18, 2024, under his Meddle label. This release follows the premiere of his first single ‘You’ll Never Know’ on CLASH. Fluorescent features collaborations with artists Jess Greenfield, Owen Parker, Sam Wilcock, and Iain Hornal. [Continue]

Q&A with terrific trio VELVET MOON

We caught up with VELVET MOON, who released their latest single ‘A Love Song’ on October 11th via Argle Bargle Studios. The single features rich chords, synths reminiscent of the 80s and lead singer Sandra Bjurman’s powerhouse vocals. The trio have amassed a whopping 15 million streams across platforms, and have been featured on Swedish [Continue]

PURPLE DISCO MACHINE – ‘DIE MASCHINE’

The Grammy-Award winning producer and multi-platinum artist Purple Disco Machine announces his latest single ‘Die Maschine’, an infectious groove with a thoughtful message. Out today, the single comes ahead of Purple Disco Machine’s forthcoming album Paradise set for release on Friday 20th September. With his many accolades and chart-topping success solidifying him as one of [Continue]