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Beyond Synth

Andy Last
Synthwave
Power Rob
Color Theory
Retro Music
Music Industry
Elevate the Sky
Dead Heat
Miami Nights
Underneath These Dying Stars
Synth Music
Retro Gaming
Halloween
Dark Synth
Daft Punk
Michael Weber
Cooking
Room 412
Music Production
Neotropolis
Syntakt

The podcast about people who make cool music! BEYOND SYNTH is the best synth music chat show there is. Featuring artists and producers who make synthwave/new-retro/electronic music and much more!! We talk Music, games, movies, the 80s, and lots more while I play samples of the guests music.

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In this exciting Season Finale, the Beyond Synth Family finally finish the Billboard 1999 series. AND they listen to a ton of awesome music along the way! Happy Holidays! If you like what you’re hearing you can support Beyond Synth on Patreon: www.pa... more

Will Bush passed away December 24th 2025. Today on the show we look back at the time that Immortal Girlfriend were on the show back in 2020. Will was a good guy and he will be missed. You can check out IMMORTAL GIRLFRIEND here: soundcloud.com... more

Today on the show we dive deeper into the world of Starcadian with Rob O’Neill, a cool guy who is also the co-director of some of the Starcadian videos and the steward of Starcadian’s future. Rob talks about how he met George, the making of the Freak... more

Today on the show Andy chats with Jess Blaise Ward, author of the book “Making Synthwave: How an Online Music Community Invented a Genre”. Jess talks about her musical upbringing, writing her PHD, and the process of putting the book together. Jess wa... more

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Will Bush
Co-founder of Immortal Girlfriend and a notable member of the synthwave scene
Immortal Girlfriend
Episode: Beyond Synth - 443 - Remembering Immortal Girlfriend's Will Bush
Rob O'Neill
Filmmaker, animator, and co-director of Starkadian's projects
Episode: Beyond Synth - 442 - STARCADIAN FOREVER with Rob O'Neill
Jess Blaise Ward
Author of 'Making Synthwave'
Episode: Beyond Synth - 441 - Jess Blaise Ward Author of "Making Synthwave"
Droid Bishop
Musician and returning guest
Independent Artist
Episode: Beyond Synth - 440 - Catching Up With Droid_Bishop
John Massari
Film and TV composer, known for scoring Killer Klowns from Outer Space
Independent composer
Episode: Beyond Synth - 439 - John_Massari
Motion Epic
A synth music group known for their retro and 80s inspired sound.
The Motion Epic
Episode: Beyond Synth - 438 - The Motion Epic
Alex Lightspeed
Leader and director of the synthwave project Alex Lightspeed
Episode: Beyond Synth - 434 - Alex Lightspeed
Todd Dagget
Co-producer and collaborator in the Alex Lightspeed project
Episode: Beyond Synth - 434 - Alex Lightspeed
Adam and Dean
Members of the synthwave duo New Arcades
New Arcades
Episode: Beyond Synth - 432 - New Arcades

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Andy Last
Host of the show, an engaged and humorous personality, known for his ability to connect with guests and audience alike, facilitating discussions about their work and the broader synth culture.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 246 ratings
  • A great synth wave podcast

    Beyond Synth is host by Andy Last. He talks to synth wave musicians, listeners, and podcasters with similar interests. He also talks about building his own arcade machine. He has two cats. He has been making playlists of great music for many years.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    digitalclone
    Canadaa year ago
  • Just stop

    It’s crazy to watch people as they are infected with, I guess we call it the “woke mind virus.” They slowly hate everything they do… I just heard Andy say he doesn’t even like the synthwave scene anymore and he doesn’t keep track of it. He runs a synth wave chat show! He’s bitter. Mike sure doesn’t help. People all over the world are putting themselves through Marxist struggle sessions and it’s surreal to watch happen everywhere you look. Andy, Take a step back and listen to old episodes. If you... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    chaderack
    United Statesa year ago
  • OMG Becky, Look at her Synthwave?

    5 star review for the best synthwave chat show there is and ever was. Some may complain that Andy dislikes Star Wars too much, but he may be right…. Some may complain that he likes golden eye too much, well, um, yeah…. We discussed this on twitter a decade ago and um, well, yeah… But what is important is this. The show is amazing, tons of new music, great escapism from news and current events that bring you down, interviews with artists and such are amazing, Marco, Florence, Mike and captain new... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nick Soapdish?
    United Statesa year ago
  • The show which is like from the 80s

    I started to listen this podcast on soundcloud in 2018. I love it and makes me happy even in the darkest times. So thank you Andy and all of your friends who are in the show regularly.

    A Hungarian guy from Finland!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    p00183
    Finland2 years ago
  • North QLD calling in and Reporting 100% approval rating

    I have enjoyed your show for years. I even enjoyed the part when you and Mike Mendoza must of had a falling out. His tracks disappeared off your show( Birthday song and Halloween ) No round table with him or anything. I feel it came about after a 2 part episode where you discuss and voted best songs of a set time period. You guys sounded like you were going to throw down for a second. Haha Good times. For 12 months he was deleted from the Beyond Synth Matrix. His name was briefly mentioned in on... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Foney
    Australia2 years ago

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Many reviews highlight the podcast's humor and the enjoyable banter between the host and guests.
Listeners praise the show for its engaging host and insightful conversations with artists.
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Overall, feedback indicates it is a beloved resource for synth music lovers and those seeking entertainment and music recommendations.

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Beyond Synth - 442 - STARCADIAN FOREVER with Rob O'Neill
Q: What is your involvement in Starkadian's project now?
Rob indicated he is working to finish Starkadian's album and create a whole narrative structure around it, exploring ideas for movies and stories that expand on the Starkadian mythology.
Beyond Synth - 442 - STARCADIAN FOREVER with Rob O'Neill
Q: What do you think about the unfinished album for Starkadian?
Rob mentioned that they have access to the unfinished album, which is pretty far along. They are considering collaborations with producers to master it without making significant creative changes.
Beyond Synth - 437 - My Favourite Game w/ Miami Nights 1984
Q: Have you ever had an emotional response while playing a game?
Yes, particularly during God of War Ragnarok at the climax of the story.
Beyond Synth - 437 - My Favourite Game w/ Miami Nights 1984
Q: What sets Chrono Trigger apart from other JRPGs?
It features time travel, emotional storytelling, and a timeless soundtrack that resonates with fans.
Beyond Synth - 431 - They / Live
Q: Will going back to school affect your music writing?
Whitney believes she can balance both her studies and music, aiming for more intellectual stimulation from her grad program.

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Focusing on the vibrant world of synth music, this podcast navigates through the realms of synthwave, electronic sounds, and the creative processes behind them. The host engages with a variety of artists, producers, and creators, often discussing their experiences and contributions to the genre while also diving into broader cultural topics like video games, films, and the nostalgia of the 1980s. Each episode features lively discussions enriched with music samples, making it a standout resource for fans of the genre and those exploring the influence of electronic music today.

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Recent guests on Beyond Synth include:

1. Will Bush
2. Rob O'Neill
3. Jess Blaise Ward
4. Droid Bishop
5. John Massari
6. Motion Epic
7. Alex Lightspeed
8. Todd Dagget

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