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The State of Synth

The State of Synth
Synthwave
Neotropolis
Nightride FM
Music Production
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Cyberpunk
French Touch
Synthwave Music
Collaboration
AI In Music Production
Music Videos
80s Music
Cottage Cult
The Motion Epic
Synthwave Community
Pro Wrestling
Street Cleaner
Newretrowave
Street Cleaner 3
Bending Grid

The State of Synth is a weekly live synthwave radio show on Nightride FM — part news, part music, and just a dash of ’80s cheese. Equal parts funny, surreal, and informative, it features exclusive interviews and tracks from some of synthwave’s most notable artists.

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Dennis G and Neon Fawkes welcome French synthwave artist Jessy Mach to The State of Synth to discuss his musical roots, classic TV inspirations, creative process, and why his music didn’t make it into the new He-Man film. Plus, hear tracks from Jessy... more

Dennis G and Neon Fawkes welcome Midnight Danger to the show for a deep dive into the horror synth project’s origins, influences, soundtrack work, favorite snacks, live performances, and joining forces with Swedish sleaze rockers Crashdïet. Along the... more

Dennis G and Neon Fawkes catch up with Swedish synthwave favorite Robert Parker as he returns to The State of Synth to discuss what he’s been up to, his French house influences, live performances, and his most recent unreleased collaboration with the... more

Dennis G and Neon Fawkes are joined by Kaarin Zoe Lee for a long-overdue chat with Michigan synthwave veteran Android Automatic. From the desert highways of Mojave (“Mo-Jav-ay”) to the chilled-out pulse of Infinite Drift, the crew explores the origin... more

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Recent Guests

Android Automatic
Michael (Android Automatic)
Android Automatic
Episode: S15E13 – Drifting w/ Android Automatic
Jeremiah Kane
Polish synthwave artist, frontman of the band Jeremiah Kane
Jeremiah Kane project
Episode: S15E11 – TRAX AND SNAX w/ Jeremiah Kane
Faith In The Glitch
Aviator of glitches and producer/performer in the synthwave/cyberpunk scene
Faith In The Glitch / Nightwave / Twitch
Episode: S15E9 – Embracing the Glitch
Skylane Drive
Chill Synth / Synthwave artist
Independent artist / Nightride FM
Episode: S15E8 – Chillin’ w/ Skylane Drive
Street Cleaner
Jesse, the artist known as Street Cleaner
Street Cleaner / Creaky Lantern Games
Episode: S15E6 – Keeping it Clean w/ Street Cleaner
Watch Out For Snakes
Electronic musician known for WOFS project and live performances blending cyberpunk visuals with synthwave
Watch Out For Snakes
Episode: S15E5 – Gearing Up w/ Watch Out For Snakes
Megan McDuffee
Composer and musician known for video game scores and media placements
Independent artist
Episode: S15E3 – Blood & Glitter w/ Megan McDuffee
Peter (Vector Hold)
Vector Hold, synthwave artist
Vector Hold
Episode: S15E2 – Beer For Dinner w/ Vector Hold
Bobby LeBubbie
Known as Syst3m Glitch, an artist and performer
Zenith Sounds
Episode: S14E15 – Season Finale: Zenith Sounds Takeover (Co-Hosted by Von Kaiser)

Hosts

Dennis G.
Host of The State of Synth with a long-running presence in the synthwave scene; frequently anchors interviews and panel-style discussions.
Neon Fawkes
Co-host with a hands-on role in interviews, live broadcasts, and community engagement.

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4.8 out of 5 stars from 36 ratings
  • Amazing show! These guys put everything on the line to bring you the best synthwave news. Get in the know about shows and albums! Several people ask recently where they can hear about and discover more new upcoming or less-known-but-good synthwave artists after they feel burned out on the most popular acts in the scene, and this is the place to do it! No stone is left unturned and there is more new music being released all the time! Their avante garde approach has left their competitors in ... more

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    Anonymous
    United States5 years ago
  • State of Synth is one of the premier outlets for the burgeoning synthwave music community. Dennis G and Neon Fawkes host interviews with musicians, announce new releases, and produce sometimes surreal comedy segments. Part of Nightride.FM, there's often a lively online chat going during their shows which adds to the sense of community. If you're a fan of synthwave music and haven't heard of State of Synth, it's time to jump onboard.

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    A. Benson
    United States5 years ago
  • Entertaining hosts and great music

    State of Synth is one of the premier outlets for the burgeoning synthwave music community. Dennis G and Neon Fawkes host interviews with musicians, announce new releases, and produce sometimes surreal comedy segments. Part of Nightride.FM, there's often a lively online chat going during their shows which adds to the sense of community. If you're a fan of synthwave music and haven't heard of State of Synth, it's time to jump onboard.

    Audible
    5
    A. Benson
    United States5 years ago
  • Welcome to the future of retro.

    Amazing show! These guys put everything on the line to bring you the best synthwave news. Get in the know about shows and albums! Several people ask recently where they can hear about and discover more new upcoming or less-known-but-good synthwave artists after they feel burned out on the most popular acts in the scene, and this is the place to do it! No stone is left unturned and there is more new music being released all the time! Their avante garde approach has left their competitors in ... more

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    5
    Anonymous User
    United States5 years ago

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S15E13 – Drifting w/ Android Automatic
Q: Have you played live or do you plan to?
The guest says he's not a live performer in the sense of recreating the exact studio tracks live, preferring to focus on production work and studio crafting rather than fronting a live band.
S15E13 – Drifting w/ Android Automatic
Q: Do you use software synths or hardware in your setup?
He discusses Omnisphere 3 as a powerful software synth, Diva for bass and pads, and mentions stock Logic Pro synths, highlighting how he builds patches and uses multiple layers for rich textures.
S15E13 – Drifting w/ Android Automatic
Q: What DAW is your go-to for producing?
The guest explains starting with Pro Tools, moving to Logic Pro, and appreciating Logic Pro for its workflow, while noting Pro Tools' grid as a strong editing environment and expressing a generally skeptical view of subscription models.
S15E11 – TRAX AND SNAX w/ Jeremiah Kane
Q: When did Jeremiah Kane begin, and what was the transition like from metal to synthwave?
The project began around February or March 2017 after leaving metal bands, transitioning to a style influenced by games like Hotline Miami and a desire to explore synth-driven sounds.
S15E8 – Chillin’ w/ Skylane Drive
Q: When did Skylane Drive start in the synthwave space, and what were his early influences?
He began as a lifelong musician with guitar, gravitating from metal into electronic music around college and later discovering synthwave through the broader retro electronic scene, including artists like FM-84 and Miami Nights 1984, which opened the door to the genre.

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What is The State of Synth about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A weekly live show focused on synthwave culture, production, and community. Episodes pair informal interviews with artists spanning the broader synthwave scene and adjacent cyberpunk aesthetics, plus live gear talk, production tips, and festival/culture coverage. Guests range from solo artists and band members to producer collectives, often touching on origin stories, workflow, gear preferences, touring, and upcoming releases. The format balances practical production insights with fan-driven banter, community shout-outs, and festival updates, making it a reliable resource for aspiring producers, performers, and fans who want both actionable advice and a sense of belonging within a vibrant music scene. Noteworthy aspects include recurring ho... more

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Recent guests on The State of Synth include:

1. Android Automatic
2. Jeremiah Kane
3. Faith In The Glitch
4. Skylane Drive
5. Street Cleaner
6. Watch Out For Snakes
7. Megan McDuffee
8. Peter (Vector Hold)

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