Despite its retro fetishism and insular network of artists, the so-called synthwave genre, a future-focused sound undeniably indebted to the pop culture of the Reagan era, is pulsing forward with a ...

Music consumption in the 21st century is unrecognisable to previous generations, with huge shifts in the spaces we associate with musical styles and their organic creation. In the ’80s, the places you ...

If you grew up with “The Goonies,” “Super Mario Bros.” or Cyndi Lauper, you may hear something familiar in synthwave. This niche electronic-music genre, inspired by the sounds of 1980s pop, movies and ...

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Penned by Billington, Paul Gala and Mia van Wyk, Homesick delivers a compelling message of reminiscence that fills you with joy and sorrow, simultaneously. Gala’s ingenious blend of ethereal dreamy ...

Lofi Girl has done it again! The brand has enamored the music industry through the debut of its Synthwave 24/7 livestream. The much-anticipated launch has generated widespread excitement among its 12 ...

French DJ Kavinsky, famed for 'Nightcall' from 'Drive,' has died at 50, leaving a significant legacy in synthwave music.