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New Order, Erasure, Absolutely Free

Interview with experimental synthpop band Absolutely Free

Image credit: Darren Rigo Consisting of band members Matt King (vocals/multi-instrumentalist), Michael Claxton (bass/synth), and Moshe Fisher-Rozenberg (drums/synth) Absolutely Free is a band that mashes electronic influences from all areas. The result is a culmination of synth-pop and experimental soundwaves. The latest release from the dynamic band is their album Aftertouch via Boiled Records. Consisting [Continue]

Com Truise, Boards of Canada,Gesaffelstein, Waveshaper

Synthwave composer Waveshaper releases majestic album Mainframe

Image credit: Svetlana Kovalenko Synthwave composer Waveshaper left us in complete admiration with his majestic electronic tracks ‘Friends Again’ and ‘Lost In The Cloud’. Today he reveals more epic tracks with the release of his album Mainframe. The album was recorded via Waveshaper Music Production and also features the airy synth track ‘Save Room’, which [Continue]

Ladyhawke, The Human League, Runrummer

Synthpop producer Runrummer announces cosmic EP

Brummie born but London based, Runrummer is poised to announce a brand new release with the arrival of ‘Nightcaller’, lifted from her forthcoming EP ‘Outer Space’ on 8th October, coinciding with a series of shows across the UK this autumn. Fusing 80s new wave sensibilities over an infectious synth-pop melody, the accompanying video for ‘Nightcaller’ [Continue]

Kavinksy, Justice, Robert Parker, Waveshaper

Interview with emotionally rich music producer Waveshaper

Image credit: Svetlana Kovalenko Leaving us thinking we are drifting amongst the stars with his latest single ‘Friends Again’ via his own imprint, Waveshaper continues to penetrate the mind with feel-good synthwave arrangements. This track has that nostalgia factor like its title clearly displays, leaving you to think back to days spent with old friends [Continue]

Hurts, Monarchy, Firm City

Alternative electronic duo Firm City share captivating debut single

Image by: Alex Magil Firm City have unveiled their debut single and video Slew. Written in the wake of a trauma, Slew is a cathartic effort to bring feelings of dissociation and isolation to the fore. About Firm City: Firm City is the brainchild of Dublin natives, Matthew Cullen and Sean Reilly. The pair developed [Continue]

At 1980, Electric Youth, The Midnight, Bryan Adams and Trevor Something

Synthpop duo At 1980 reminisce about relationships with song ‘We Were on Fire’

Image credit: Nima Elm A dream-like pairing and sound are the first thing we have to say about the duo At 1980’s song ‘We Were on Fire’. This track sounds like atmospheric music you would hear in an epic romance film. This track features on their sophomore album Late Night Calls which was released via [Continue]

Electric Youth, Future Cop!, Modeling

Interview with nostalgic electronic band Modeling

Modeling is a band created by three brothers; Connor, Ryan and Cuinn Brogan who all share a genuine admiration for synthwave infused film scores. Their latest single ‘Nothing Unexpected’ is set to feature on their forthcoming album set for release this fall. The track premiered via renowned publication Wonderland Magazine and this release has also [Continue]

The Midnight, FM84, Toto , Michael Oakley

Michael Oakley’s song ‘Babylon’ is a synthwave escape

Image credit: Jon Simo Los Angeles based music producer and singer Michael Oakley has swept us off our feet with his romance and adventure fuelled album Odyssey via NewRetroWave. One cannot help but feel like going on an adventure of their own when listening to this album that shares the joys and beauty that exist [Continue]

New Order, Pet Shop Boys, Dreams Divide

Synthwave band Dreams Divide share song ‘Freedom’

Having burst on to the UK music scene in 2011, Dreams Divide quickly established an enviable reputation for high energy and engaging live performances, earning the duo support slots with established and revered acts including Public Service Broadcasting, Clan of Xymox, Covenant, Melotron, VNV Nation and Wes Borland while building a large and dedicated fan [Continue]

Electric Youth, The Midnight, Bryan Adams , At 1980

Interview with unapologetic synthpop loving duo At 1980

Image credit: Nima Elm Consisting of friends Adrian Quesada Michelena and Josh dally, the synthpop duo At 1980 was born out of a mutual love for ‘80s movies and soundtracks. They have just released their second studio album Late Night Calls via NewRetroWave, and it is definitely giving one that early ‘80s Bryan Adams vibe [Continue]