The State of Synth

Dennis and Jules chat with Ace Buchannon about his music, his ongoing battle with breast cancer, and the importance of breathing.

NEURON SPECTRE BRINGS THE BIG LETTERS AND HEAVY SOUNDS TO THE SHOW.

Indian synthwave producer Popcorn Kid chats with Dennis and Neon Fawkes, sharing his secrets behind sexy sax, while Jules unveils his latest drinking game. Meanwhile, Dennis focuses on increasing his iron intake. It’s all more fun than a coked-up Barry Manilow!

Dennis and Jules collaborate with synthwave producer and sound engineer Marc Matthews to create the perfect patch library composed solely of mouth sounds.

Dennis and Neon Fawkes dive into a discussion with synthwave artists Phaserland and Nagrom, delving into topics such as their music, inspirations, favorite horror movies, video games, and the debate over whether it’s acceptable to alter the original Coke recipe.

Dennis and Jules chat with Toronto artist Full Eclipse about Twin Peaks, Pink Floyd, and, get ready, full eclipses! Grab your pinholed glasses and listen in!

Dennis and Neon Fawkes chat with Lost Nights’ about latest choose-your-own-adventure, “Noah’s Ghost,” and his inspirations behind his music.

Dennis and Jules have a cozy chat with Toronto producer Nightflyer. They chat about chillsynth, Tim Hortons, and where to find the last remaining McRibs in Canada. Tune in, eh!

Dennis G and Neon Fawkes have a fun chat with Austrian producer Edictum about his music, his numerous collaborations, and his favorite cooking recipes.

Dennis G, Neon Fawkes, and special guest host Yota chat with French touch pioneers LIFELIKE and Demon and play some of their favorite French touch tracks.

This episode, OG synthwave producer Futurecop! joins us as special guest. We get the lowdown on his experiences early in the scene and get to premiere a brand new track from him. Neon Fawkes eventually turns into a robot.

In this episode, the crew of Night.Wav joins Dennis and Neon Fawkes to talk about the incredible experiences they create in cities all over the USA. They also drop banger tracks from their compilation album, aptly named, A Darksynth Compilation.

The little synthwave podcast that could

Dennis G, Neon Fawkes and special guest hosts Von Kaiser chat with Elon Dust and VHS Celebs. Thanks for listening. See you in 2024!

Get ready to Nightride and chill as Dennis and Neon Fawkes chat with Brooklyn-based producer Brothertiger, known for his ‘retro-leaning’ nature-inspired sound. Brothertiger discusses everything from his self-titled release to his live stream, as well as his Tears For Fears cover album.

Dennis and Jules welcome Arcade High to the show and they all enter the Virtuaverse

Von Kaiser takes over the show

The incredible synthwave producer Scandroid is in the house! But, hold on, there’s a glitch in the system. Cue static What’s that mysterious interruption? Stick around to find out – it’s synthwave drama at its finest.

Damokles joins the show. Storms, houses, and keytars, oh my!

JJ Mist joins the show from the other land from down under. Vosto reports on the new Captain Laserhawk: A Blood Dragon Remix series coming to Netflix.

Iron Skullet undergoes dangerous conditions in search of the perfect darksynth playlist and Michael Oakley shares his wonderful apple pie recipe.

Dennis and Jules are joined by special guests Levinsky and Millennium Falck from the sauna. Vosto interviews Arnie about filming Kung Fury II

Dennis and Jules are joined by special guest North Innsbruck. Vosto is the ghost in the machine.

Jules and Dennis are joined by the composing powerhouse Megan McDuffee. Vosto is recovering from the Finnish invasion

Jules and Dennis are joined by special guest OMEGAGON Vosto Vlad gives you a special report from the Finnish border.

Jules has a pitchfork. Dennis isn’t a compartment guy. Joined live by special guests PRIZM

Is Vosto dead? Has he ascended?

Dennis’s basement is flooded! Jules’s love will go on. Special Season 1 encore episode.

Dennis & Jules talk Outland Toronto and air an interview with Stu.

Jules is back on the rails and Dennis is going camping. Vosto Vlad is STILL missing!

Dennis and Jules talk Finnish synthesizer ownership, and notice the first appearance of KZL. Vosto Vlad is missing!

Dennis and Jules are joined by special guest North Innsbruck Roving reporter Vosto Vlad explores Transylvanian caves for Anunnaki synthesizers.

Dennis and Jules are buying vinyl without thinking twice. But are they on The Wagon? Roving reporter Vosto Vlad is recovering from a week-long bender with Arnie & Sly

Dennis and Jules have had enough! Roving reporter Vosto Vlad draws First Blood. Fun Fact: Carpenter Brut is indeed better than Straplocked

Dennis and Jules are not sponsored by Mac, as roving reporter Vosto Vlad interviews The 80s Guy about his recent de-re-de-monetization. PS: Google AI is the best AI the world has ever seen.

Dennis and Jules bring you totally legitimate prophecy news and Vosto Vlad interviews a famous archaeologist Dr. Heinz Wolfenstein Vorgen Weitenburger

Dennis and Jules bring you some technical difficulties as roving reporter Vosto Vlad reports on a multi-car pileup. Agora reports on a viral video from a mysterious “mustache man.” Dennis also discovers there is a TSOS drinking game.

Dennis and Jules coming at you with multiple layers of cheese as Vosto Vlad reports on a mysterious time-travelling raccoon invasion!

Dennis & Jules speak to roving reporter Vlad Vosto, about a story involving a popular synthwave artists and a popular car manufacturer.

Dennis & Jules have no idea what they are doing. Iron Skullet Commissions Reviews

Dennis and Jules chat with award-winning director, photographer, and producer Brad A. Kinnan (like seriously, what does he not do?). They discuss his numerous contributions to the scene, such as the infamous Ollie Wride ‘The Driver’ video, and his work with NewRetroWave. Words get said, and puns get had. Come join us for this magical […]

Dennis and Jules are joined by LA based synthwave artist Elevate the Sky. This episode is not affiliated with or sponsored by the delectable McRib sandwich, which has made its return for a limited time.    

Dennis and Jules chat with PYLOT about his latest NewRetroWave album, AXIOM. They also discuss his collaborations, including his most recent collaboration with The Midnight’s Tylor Lyle. Additionally, they drop premieres from Power Rob feat. MN1984 and Nightmares and Neon. No pants required.

Dennis and Neon Fawkes chat with NewRetroWave artist The Secret Chord about his music, space travel, and whether or not there is life out there. The truth is out there!

Calling all neon cowboys! On this episode, Starletta joins Kaarin and Dennis G to chat about his new album, the Nashville scene, and why none of us are sponsored by Neon Cowboys (yet).

In this episode, Dennis and a slightly inebriated Jules catch up with Mark Cooper, and get updates on his latest adventures (and it turns out there are quite a lot of them!). They discuss topics ranging from Power Rangers and Transformers to video game controllers. Then, Dennis forgets how to use words. You know, just […]

On this episode Dennis G and Neon Fawkes chat with Chillsynth producer Sequenza. Together, they explore Sequenza’s musical origins and early experiences as a progressive house producer. They also discuss Sequenza’s new musical directions and premiere two brand new never before heard tracks from his upcoming TBD album. Finally, Dennis and Jules jam out on […]

Dennis and Jules have a fun chat with LA artist Davey Oberlin, AKA All the Damn Vampires. They discuss his music, his songwriting processes, and his experiences as a touring member for Five Finger Death Punch and Korn. They also get to drop a brand new All The Damn Vampires track featuring Pensacola Mist. Get […]

Dennis and Neon Fawkes sit down for a fun chat with French touch/synthwave legends LIKELIKE and Yota. They discuss LIKELIKE’s significant contributions to the synthwave scene and delve deep into Yota’s new album, ‘Room 412.’ Dennis also has his future told.

Dennis and Jules chat with Starcadian, their favorite martini-drinking, space-hopping producer who also happens to be 20% Italian. Starcadian shares some views on AI, producing tools, answers some listener questions, and drops some news about his anniversary release of ‘Sunset Blood.’ Smash, reply, don’t forget to subscribe!

On this season premiere of The State of Synth, Oceanside85 joins Groot and Neon Fawkes to discuss her music, various collaborations, and how she found her zen through synthwave. Dennis openly shares his fascination with the PA manhunt.

On this season finale, Dennis and Jules chat with the Aussies. Reinhold goes hunting and ends up tripping balls. Thanks for listening, it’s been a great season! We’ll see you in the fall!

In this episode Groot and Fawkes chat with Daniel and Oliver from Pensacola Mist about they rad music, their live performances and how caught up they are on Black Mirror.  They play a bunch of rad tunes including a premiere from Aztec recording artist LAU.

In this episode, Fawkes and Groot chat with veteran producer Street Cleaner! They dive into Street Cleaner’s epic music legacy and his work on the upcoming sequel to Street Cleaner: The Video Game. The talk also covers topics like video game difficulty, the significance of phone booths in virtual worlds, and, of course, lots of […]

On this special Pride episode Groot and Neon Fawkes are joined by 2DCat and Haezl for a fun chat about their music, movies, and what the hell is going on with Canada right now. It’s got some man on man action, Prince stories, and Sting in a codpiece, what more could you ask for?

In this meowtastic episode, Anniee joins Dennis and Jules to talk about her unique classical vocals and how she found the synthwave scene. Kitty Cabootle reports on Cat Temper getting an exclusive interview by the legendary Duran Duran. Dr Shultz invents yet another purrplexing machine. Too many cat puns? We say not enough!

Hold onto your hats and get ready for another steamy episode of TSOS! Join Groot and Neon Fawkes as they dive into a chat with Brazilian synthwave sensation, Francci! Brace yourself for a tantalizing discussion as Francci spills the beans on his music inspirations, shares his indie synthwave artist secrets, and yes, you heard it […]

Groot and Neon Fawkes chat with Betablock3r

Get ready to travel through time and space with the multi-talented artist, Polytaem! In this episode, Polina joins Groot and Neon Fawkes to talk about her music, her love for unsolved mysteries, and whether or not she is into Star Wars. Tune in the find out the answers to all this and more.

In this episode Sunglasses Kid dishes out on his authentic jams and his after-dark writing sessions that are hotter than a Mickey Rourke love scene. Lonnie Crane also reports on the new LoFi Girl synthwave channel which is totally NOT repurposed from anything else. Nope, not at all. But you didn’t hear it from us.

Heartbeat Hero joins Groot and Neon Fawkes for a night of music and trivia. Dr Shultz gains a new research assistant and makes a startling discovery.

This episode, Neon Fawkes and Groot summoned the enigmatic Midnight Fury to unleash his latest album “Metamorph” upon the airwaves. Reinhold also drove in with an important message about the dangers of Fox Hunting.

Groot and Neon Fawkes sit down with CHILL COLLINS to chat about his music, his crunchy beats, and his new comic book series “The Darkstar Anthologies.” Stan picks up an official sponsor. Savory beef FTW!

Groot and Neon Fawkes had a chance to sit down with Tony Fiala and Retrofuturism 101, featuring Michael Knight, to talk about their musical contributions to the movie, The Last Deal. The interview delved into the creative process and inspiration behind the music.

It’s 1985, and Dennis and Fawkes chat with Dreamkid! They play music from their guest, as well as Cat Temper, Ace Buchannon, jacket. (with Dimi Kaye,) Moonraccoon, Andrew LeSynt, Sandor Gavin (Droid Bishop remix,) Neutron Dreams, MORGAN WILLIS, Anniee (Caspro remix,) MicroMatscenes, and Crime City Keytarist! Shoutouts to Outland TimeSlave Recordings Future 80’s RetroSynth Mirrorgate […]

Groot and Neon Fawkes chat with The Paradise Arcade and artists VIKI.

Dennis and Neon Fawkes welcome Australian synthwave artist Killstarr to the show to talk about his music.

Dennis and Jules finally get a chance to chat with NRW recording artist Mecha Maiko. They chatted about her music, her new album NOT OKAY, and spending time "off the grid."

Primo joins Dennis and Neon Fawkes to chat about her new single, her music, and hectic work habits. Jules talks about Jello. Dennis gets confused. You'll also notice that his dad was a great teacher. Finally, Dennis gets the idea that the music he's working on isn't his own.

Grant and Amanda from Neon Retrofest join the show to talk about their massive 3 days retro festival that's coming up in April. Dennis and Jules manage to squeeze out some juicy details on what to expect.

Darksynth artist Draven joins Dennis and Jules to talk about his killer music, false endings, and great horror movies. Blood was definitely spilled.

Destryur joins Dennis and Neon Fawkes to chat about his music and his involvement with Night.wav. Stan, Rachael and Spooky Steve descent into the basement under the basement that's under the basement.

Dennis and Jules chat with Max Cruise and The Motion Epic

Von Kaiser joins Dennis and Jules along with Kaarin and Joe Lokay to discuss their new album. Reinhold drinks in the closet and talks about a new charity album. It's a total vibe.

Dennis and Neon Fawkes welcome The Horrornauts to the show. Spooky Steven performs a seance in the basement under the basement.

Synthwave OG Miami Nights 1984 joins Dennis and Neon Fawkes to talk about his new album and the early days in the scene. Kitty reports on a new Ferris Bueller spinoff.

Dennis and Jules welcome Beckett to the show to chat about his new album.

Alex Lightspeed and crew joined Dennis and Jules on the USS TSOS to chat about their music, their signing with Rosso Corsa Records, and their vinyl ultimatums.

CFFNDRGGR joins Dennis and Jules. Kitty reports on a new John Carpenter album. Things get weird.

Dennis and Jules welcome Makeup and Vanity Set to the show. Reinhold finds a new hang.

Josh Dally joins Dennis and Neon Fawkes to talk about his music, his long-time collaboration with Ollie Wride, and tells us where the hell all the vinyls are! Come on, daddy needs his wax! Dennis drops the pre-order date for the upcoming TSOS concept album "Operation Space Toaster."

This week we welcomed Shadowrunner to the show. We discussed his music, his astonishingly good looks, and what he knows about rusty trombones. Somewhere during the night Hannah B joined in and we lost Neon Fawkes. Then we lost internet connection. Basically, everything went wrong. Enjoy!

Dennis G and Neon Fawkes chat with Cassetter. Mrs McQueen delivers a very important message.

This week we chat with synthwave producer Aeronexus. We chat about his music, musical inspirations, touring, and whether or not he's a fan of Kate Bush. Lite spoilers for Strangers Things lie ahead.

This week, Jules and I chat with Abigail from Bunny X. We talked about her upcoming show in New York, working with Kim Wilde, and her favorite cereal (Captain Crunch ouch!) Kitty and Stan get physical in the basement.

May is Mental Health Awareness month. Help us raise awareness for mental health issues and donate to the Mental Health Foundation. You can support the cause by purchasing Retro Reverb Rhythms Vol 2., a charity album for mental health.

The Earth (and TSOS) has been taken over by the galactic overlord, Volkor X. Concerned citizens, find out how to survive by listening to this podcast.

Neon Fawkes and Dennis G welcome jacket. to the show to talk about his music, his musical collaborations, and he managed reanimate a living person.

Dennis and Jules welcome Watch Out For Snakes to the show. The show hires Spooky Steven, a synthwave ghost hunter. Things get a bit titular.

Geovoc joins Dennis and Jules to chat about his music. Kitty is in jail. Vosto is still missing. It's all falling apart around here.

Deadlife joins Dennis, Jules, and Kaarin to talk about his new album Tortured Waters and things get a little angsty. Come rage with us, won't you? Listener discretion is advised.

Synthwave OG Crockett come on the show for a fun chat about his music, his name, and whether he prefers scrambled or unscrambled (we were not talking about eggs.) Kitty and Stan report from the set of the new Top Gun movie, Maverick.

Jonny Fallout joins Dennis and Jules to chat about his music, his new album, his signing with Retro Reverb Records, and more. Kitty Cabootle, Stan and Tatyana report on location at Oligen Pictures.

Andy Diamond joins Dennis and Jules on the show. Lonnie Crane talks about the new Retro Reverb Records charity album.

Dennis and Neon Fawkes welcome nerdcore/synthwave artist Marc Cooper to the show to chat about his 5 part album trilogy (Is quintrilogy a word?) Reinhold talks about the hot new synthwave radio station Sunset Radio 88 FM.

Synthwave legend Robert Parker joins Dennis G and Neon Fawkes for the season 7 premiere. Kitty Cabootle, Stan, and Tatyana report from a mysterious time portal in California.

Jordan Noir and Peter Zimmerman from Record Club join Dennis G and Neon Fawkes for a lively conversation about music, art, vinyl, and the proper way to cut a vinyl album. The cast celebrates the biggest event of the year. Thanks for listening and see you again in the future!

Film director and funk powerhouse Starcadian joins Dennis and Neon Fawkes to talk about his new album, drink Japanese whiskey, and talk about the state of the world. Reinhold has himself a fun night out at the Ollie Wride concert.

Dennis and Neon Fawkes welcome synthwave/dreamwave/game composer Andrew Benon to the show. They chat about the Minnesota synthwave scene, his musical influences and of course, Chex Quest. Lonnie Crane talks about the NRW 10 year anniversary.