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Rogue VHS Talks the Catchy Arp Melody That Sparked ‘Schism’ and Taking His Biggest Creative Risk Yet with Electroclash [Interview]

UK-based producer Rogue VHS has solidified his status as one of synthwave’s most innovative architects, blending nostalgic, tape-warped electronic soundscapes inspired by classic video game soundtracks with forward-thinking production that bridges retro warmth and modern edge, amassing over 200,000 monthly listeners and millions of streams since the breakout success of his 2021 debut album I [Continue]

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Demsky Talks Bathhouse Raves in Tokyo, Jugaad Resourcefulness & More [Interview]

Demsky, the Toronto-born producer now calling Tokyo home, crafts electronica that dances between ambient haze, downtempo rhythms, and beat-driven pulses, all laced with his jam-band roots and a gift for fluid, improvisational twists. He’s built a global buzz through appearances at festivals like Wonderfruit in Thailand, Echoes of Earth in India, and Intergalactic Festival in [Continue]

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Samuel Evanson shares stellar new single ‘Christmas Bells’

Welsh artist Samuel Evanson unveiled a moving new track, titled ‘Christmas Bells’ just in time for the festive season! The incredible singer-songwriter, sings his heart out in this beautiful, heart-felt ballad which is an ode to the ups and downs of a newfound romantic love. The track has powerful contemporary pop influences, as well as [Continue]

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I’MMORTAL’s ‘Uncanny Valley’ Gets Das Mörtal’s Dark Overhaul on Halloween Release

‘Uncanny Valley’ (Das Mörtal Remix) drops today, October 31, 2025, via IMMORTALITY, pairing Das Mörtal’s brooding production with I’MMORTAL’s sharp-edged original. The Montréal-based Das Mörtal, who kicked off in Berlin drawing from Steve Moore and Aphex Twin, has built a catalog of EPs and albums that’s racked up 28 million Spotify streams. His sets have [Continue]

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october mills shares awe-inspiring debut EP ‘Transit’ via Enhanced Chill

UK-based producer october mills unveiled his breathtaking debut EP Transit today. The four-track EP was released on Enhanced Chill, and highlights his affinity for creating emotively-driven soundscapes, which are anchored through the deft use of live instrumentation and modular synthesis. The EP features four stand-out collaborations with superbly talented vocalists, Ed Graves, JOSEFINA, Noah Jaems and [Continue]

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Rich Aucoin Talks Justice’s Gritty Echo in ‘Chroma’, Synthetic: Season 4 & More [Interview]

In the kaleidoscopic world of electronic music, where synth wizards like Justice and Daft Punk once redrew the map of clubbing culture, Rich Aucoin emerges as the unassuming Halifax alchemist who’s spent half a decade chasing a mind-blowing goal: a quadruple-album saga called Synthetic, clocking in at a staggering 162 unique synthesizers that span history [Continue]

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Das Mörtal Delivers ORIGINS EP, an Epic Dive into Dark Synthwave Territory

(Das Mörtal / Image Credit: Ariana Molly) Das Mörtal marks a key moment in his career today with the release of ORIGINS on Lisbon Lux Records, arriving just as electronic music heads gear up for fall sets. The Montréal-based producer, who kicked off his path in Berlin pulling from Steve Moore and Aphex Twin, has [Continue]

PLAYY. Music Goes Live: A New Hub for Independent Artists to Own Their Hustle

October brought the full rollout of PLAYY. Music, the brainchild and the first social hub zeroed in on independent musicians and labels from director, Warren Morris. Developed for just over 10 years, this platform steps in as a complete shift for those grinding in the creative trenches. Where big labels and streaming giants have long [Continue]

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Klur Releases ‘After The Rain’ on Colorize, Pushing a Deeper Take on Melodic House

Swedish electronic producer Klur dropped his follow-up album After The Rain Friday, October 3rd, on Colorize. Coming off the 2022 debut Visions, it refined his talent for stacking detailed textures, nature-sourced clips, and melodies that hit straight, keeping him in the thick of progressive and melodic house. He’s already pulled in more than 100 million [Continue]

under:tones share euphoric new single ‘Crossroads’ via Through The Void

International electronic collective under:tones return with their second single of 2025 ‘Crossroads’, which landed on September 26th via Through The Void Records. The release follows ‘Dreaming (Wide Awake)’, marking the official launch of Through The Void, with the two singles offering a taste of what lies in store for their forthcoming Encounters album, their second [Continue]