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The State of Synth

The State of Synth
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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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Recent Guests

Aaron Vehlingo
Veteran journalist and advocate for the synthwave scene
Vehlingo
Episode: S14E7 – Getting Nostalgic For Nostalgia w/ Vehlinggo
VHS Dreams
OG Synthwave artist known for his contributions to the synthwave genre
Episode: S14E6 – Making Music in Our Heads w/ VHS Dreams
Kevin Will
Member of Immortal Girlfriend
Immortal Girlfriend
Episode: S14E4 – Pro Wrestling Energy w/ Immortal Girlfriend
Immortal Girlfriend
A synthwave music project known for integrating electronic sounds with pop culture references.
Independent
Episode: S14E4 – Pro Wrestling Energy w/ Immortal Girlfriend
Power Rob
Musician and artist known for his synthwave music.
Solo artist and Megatronics
Episode: S14E1 – Monster Battles w/ Power Rob
Scott Nightflyer
Synthwave artist known for his chill synth and lo-fi sound.
StereoScape Records
Episode: S13E14 – Getting Mellow w/ Nightflyer
James Secker
Friend of Starcadian and part of the UK scene
Episode: S13E12 – Starcadian Tribute
Rob O'Neill
George's co-video FX producer and friend
Episode: S13E12 – Starcadian Tribute
Jared Butler
Organizer of Neotropolis Festival
Episode: S13E12 – Starcadian Tribute

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Dennis G
Co-host, engaging with guests and guiding discussions about the synthwave genre and culture.
Neon Fawkes
Co-host known for engaging humor and insightful conversations with guests in the synthwave scene.

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4.8 out of 5 stars from 33 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 States4 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 States4 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 States4 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 States4 years ago

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S14E5 – DreamReaper & Chill
Q: Did you find your sound changing over the years?
Yes, while early on I tried to mimic sounds from artists like Carpenter Brute, I eventually found my own sound with tracks incorporating more mid-tempo music.
S14E5 – DreamReaper & Chill
Q: What drove you to the more cyberpunk synthy sounds?
Getting into chiptune music and a passion for retro synthesizers during high school influenced my shift towards that sound.
S14E5 – DreamReaper & Chill
Q: When do you get into producing music?
I started playing guitar and drums in high school and was influenced by a metal band before gravitating towards electronic music.
S14E6 – Making Music in Our Heads w/ VHS Dreams
Q: When you're creating songs and stuff, does anything in life give you ideas for songs?
No, not really. I have this thing where I like to just do nothing and just make the songs in my head.
S14E6 – Making Music in Our Heads w/ VHS Dreams
Q: Do you do like art on the side?
No, I'm completely self-taught. The only visual arts I've done is just painting.

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Focused on the vibrant synthwave genre, content typically revolves around interviews with artists, discussions about music projects, and explorations of cultural influences shaping the synthwave community. Topics often include personal anecdotes from guests about their musical journeys, the intricacies of live performances, and collaborative projects with other musicians. The engaging conversations also reflect humor and camaraderie among hosts and guests, inviting listeners into the communal atmosphere of the synthwave scene. Notably, the podcast often features contributions from a wide range of synthwave artists, addressing both music and the cultural elements surrounding it.

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Recent guests on The State of Synth include:

1. Aaron Vehlingo
2. VHS Dreams
3. Kevin Will
4. Immortal Girlfriend
5. Power Rob
6. Scott Nightflyer
7. James Secker
8. Rob O'Neill

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