Tag: SYNTH POP
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Wotts – little bug
Our favorite Canadian indie pop duo is back with another marvelous composition that will immediately wrap around your ears and refuse to let go long after the last notes and beats end. Wotts have always been a band that breaks conventions of indie pop music, and that’s the case with this song as well. By…
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Valiancy – Voices
The modern dream pop music scene thrives right now, with many incredible artists releasing music that pushes this genre to new, uncharted territories. Still, many of those artists fail in delivering something new, as they often rely on qualities that made this genre quite popular in the first place. Thankfully, there are music outlets like…
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Julia Minkin Explores Compassion Fatigue In Cinematic New Single “Clouds”
Vocalist Julia Minkin has released “Clouds,” a standout production from her album Not Ready. Co-created with her husband and producer, Andrew Sudhibhasilp, the song’s lyrics grapple with heavy themes like depression, desensitization, and mother love. Musically, the track draws inspiration from Kavinsky and Kate Bush, aiming for a cinematic and powerful feminine sound. A highlight…
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Matare – When Alone
Matare returns with another fascinating piece of work that further showcases his tremendous dedication to the craft. Hot off the heels of “Into The Sea,” a magnificent ode to the sea, “When Alone” acts as an adequate continuation of his previous works yet somehow reveals a fresh, improved, and exciting sound that vividly showcases Matare’s…
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Blackbird Explores Self-Doubt And Transition In New Track ‘Burning Heart’
Blackbird has returned with ‘Burning Heart,’ a track born from a period of profound personal transition and inner pressure. Moving away from traditional pop dynamics, the song leans into a cinematic and intimate approach, prioritizing emotional honesty and atmospheric restraint. ‘Burning Heart’ captures the delicate moment of choosing to move forward despite lingering fear and…
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OCCULTRA – Heart Of The Hunter
The synthwave scene has been thriving in recent years, with numerous artists and bands delivering exceptional tunes and releases. At times, it seems like the scene is more alive than it was many decades ago when it first emerged. However, due to an overwhelming appearance of so many music outlets, synthwave may seem a bit…
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A Game Of Wait And See: Hear The New Single From Darkwave / Synth-Pop Band Jupe Jupe
Seattle-based darkwave band Jupe Jupe will release their new album, King Of Sorrows, on February 27, 2026, via No-Count Records. To mark the announcement, the band has shared the new single and video “A Game Of Wait and See.” The song is now available on all digital platforms, offering fans a fresh taste of their…
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Memento Mori In Mexico City: Depeche Mode Releases Live Album And Feature Film Bundles
Today is a big day for Depeche Mode fans: the band released the physical CD/DVD and CD/Blu-ray bundles of the feature film DEPECHE MODE: M and the standalone CD/vinyl of the MEMENTO MORI: MEXICO CITY live album. Both film and concert movie, capturing their sold-out 2023 shows, will be available to rent/download December 17th. The…
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Lola Wild – Lost Signal EP
“Lost Signal” is Lola Wild’s recently released extended play that will immediately appeal to anyone who appreciates cleverly assembled and flawlessly performed music. Arriving after “Girls In Hollywood,” “Lost Signal,” “Relax,” and “Jump The Gun,” four previously released standalone singles that vividly showcase what you might expect from this material, Lola Wild also included “The…
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The Lunar Keys – Pure As Your Protocol
The Lunar Keys are back with another fine piece of sonic artistry that will immediately appeal to anyone who appreciates clever songwriting and flawless performance. “Pure As Your Protocol” is their fifth standalone single in 2025, arriving after “Dreams Are Never Spoken,” “Bleed,” “88 Train,” and “Life Is A Dirty War,” four incredible compositions released…
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Men Without Hats Drop Brand New Synth-Pop Album “On The Moon”
Men Without Hats, the ’80s Canadian new wave/synth-pop legends, have released their brand-new, seven-song album, On The Moon. Produced by GRAMMY winner Brian Howes and mixed by Mark Needham, the album marks a high-voltage return. It features cheeky, dance-ready anthems like “I Love the ‘80s” and sweeping ballads, blending the classic Men Without Hats sound…
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Valvet – Mirrors & Ecstacy EP
“Mirrors & Ecstacy” is the latest release by Valvet, a superb Swedish band based in Lund. Heavily promoted by “Mountains,” a standalone single that vividly showcases what you might expect from this material, this extended play is their first piece of work in 2025, arriving after “Valvbum1,” a critically acclaimed debut full-length that you should…
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