With ‘Trickster’ Esoterik Pushes Synthpop Into Dark Sonic Terrain
"Trickster,' the new single by Esoterik, is a fusion of bubbly synthpop and darker elements, such as gritty vocals from…
BlakLight Shines With Brilliant, Psychological ‘Blind Vision’ (EP Review)
The theme of Blaklight's new single "Blind Vision," is dependence and despondence, in a scenario of dysfunction and miscommunication, where…
California’s BlakLight Goes Dark With ‘BlakChristmas’
In a flex of digital power, Blaklight released a danceable new single on the eve of what’s supposed to be…
“Chains” By Supernova 1006 Reveals Darkly Romantic Heart Of Russian Synthpop
From Saint Petersburg, Russia comes Supernova 1006, a dark electronica act with a vibe that evokes the 80s and goth…
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…
VIDEO: From Germany With Blood: Meersein’s Song Of Obsessive Love, ‘Haunting’
German synthpop artist Meersein mixes catchy pop beats with goth lyrics and visuals, in the darkly enchanting new tune, “Haunting.”
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…