Who is CATBEAR? What is CATBEAR? In this case it’s a dope UK retro project with catchy darkwave under layers. Their new single Carry On is seeped in delectable contrast. It’s heard in the entrancing vocal performance. She’s seductive in a way that doesn’t feel dangerous. It’s refreshingly soothing.
Altogether a breakthrough release that should connect with fans of NINA and Dana Jean Phoenix.
Hear Carry On now on our Best New Synthwave Playlist.
There’s a quirky genius to Telekinetic. The new single from Twice Dark is his best yet. It finds the middle ground between The Cars, Devo, and Gary Numan. It’s convincing and the hook absolutely delivers. It’s the songs defining detail and for us the artists trademark moment.
It’s never too late to write your hit. Telekinetic is worth a second chance. This ones for the outcasts whose musics been robbed by the mainstream. Give it back to the underground.
Telekinetic is featured on our Best New Synthwave Playlist.
LOUUU flirts with danger on their new single FAMILIAR. An influence of modern pop collides with retro pop instincts on this infectious new jam.
The artist embraces adaptation ironically familiar to The 1975, The Weeknd, and Dua Lipa while carving out her own space within this aesthetic. It’s heard in her rare rapid fire delivery. The production recalls an influence of FM-84 while her vocal part resonates with movements in modern pop. We’re into it.
Hear FAMILIAR now on our Best New Synthwave Playlist.
Sometimes the groove just hits right. That’s how we felt about Knowhere, the new instrumental single from The Trainman.
Synthwave with a cinematic detail, Knowhere feels tailor made for a Blade Runner style soundtrack. There’ a mystery about this vibe, blended with the chic sex appeal known to this retro sound. There’s also some Mad Max style guitar churn in the songs second half. Hans Zimmer would be into it.
Knowhere is featured on our Best New Synthwave Playlist.
The Wild Is Calling 