HAPPY 808 DAY! (A Synthbeat Sonic Celebration)
Like the Van Gogh of analog drum machines, the TR-808 has only grown in reputation and popularity after its demise.
VIDEO: Existential Darkwave – ‘Hierda Demoniaca’ From Violet Silhouette
The category “Neuromantic" -- a clever play on the glamorous new wave genre “New Romantic -- is how the band…
TURNTABLE: Sweet Summer Singles For 2023
Square waves and heatwaves abound this summer, with a mix of electronic music tunes that are unprecedented in their excellence.…
Q and A: Neil Dyer Of Planet Neil Talks Punk Past, Inspiration For EP ‘Imperial Phase’
I chatted with Neil Dyer about Planet Neil's new EP 'Imperial Phase,' with its groovy funk sensibilities and wry lyrics.
Inventiveness, Playfulness Permeate Sienná’s Brilliant New LP ‘Wa-Kei-Sei-Jyaku’
Informed by Wabi-sabi philosophy, Sienná’s new LP 'Wa-Kei-Sei-Jyaku' 'is an inspiring nine-track set packed with innovative sounds, rhythms and melodies…
Pry Your Eyes: Darkwave Delights From MIND MACHINE
The creative partnership of Brian Olsen and Brian Belknap continues to yield musical dividends, as they release another single from…
‘Surrender’: Techno Gospel From Roberto Montoya x RHYS (Q and A)
To paraphrase legendary singer/songwriter Dion DiMucci, when it comes to matters of faith, ‘surrender’ isn’t a bad thing at all…
Suburban Spell Brings Cool Synthpop With “Bright Gold Cross”
“Bright Gold Cross” is the second single from Suburban Spell’s upcoming EP Falling Down, following “Natural Science.” The album will…
Q and A: Adam and Brian of Blaklight Talk Daring New Album ‘The Padded Room’
With their brand-new set 'tHe pADDED rOOM', Adam Collier (synths and beats) and Brian Belknap (vocals, lyrics) of Blaklight traverse…
‘The End Is Nigh:’ Apocalyptic Industrial Techno From Taiwan’s ANGER 奰
The new single by ANGER 奰, out of Taiwan brings up a litany of social issues in an electrifying techno…