Podcast Episodes — The Paradise Arcade

Episode 64. Airglow

In this weeks episode Eric interviews John AKA Airglow. They sit down and discuss the upcoming 10 year anniversary of his debut album "Memory Bank" John discusses how the album came to be, the process and creative intent behind the album. They reflect on the impact of the album and the emerging Datawave scene. John also discusses the difficulty of following up a beloved album and what the future holds for him creatively.

Episode 63. Delimitr

This week we have rising Datawave artist Delimitr on the show to talk about his music, his background and how he landed in the Datawave genre. We spend talking about the allure of the genre and whats makes it so exciting. We speculate what the future holds and the hope it becomes a properly recognized genre unto itself.

This episode contains the Delimitr songs:

Evalurate

Handshake

Keepalive

Retrotransmission

Sysex

Used with express permission from Delimitr.

Episode 62. Wavefinder- Makeup and vanity Set X Sferro

This week we sit down with Makeup and Vanity set and Sferro to talk about their new Datawave album "Wavefinder" We chat about the amusing genesis of the album. The process of creating it, what influences were involved. We chat about the genre of Datawave. All of the amazing people involved in the making of the record and of course their main projects outside of this album. They chat about what else is to come from them over the course of this year. Including other vinyl releases.

Wavefinder will be released through Stratford Ct. records on 4/7/23

Makeup and Vanity Set-

Bandcamp - https://makeupandvanityset.bandcamp.com

Twitter - https://twitter.com/vanityset

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/makeupandvanityset

Sferro-

Bandcamp - https://sferro.bandcamp.com

Twitter - https://twitter.com/gfr_sferro

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hds_sferro

Episode 61. Eagle Eyed Tiger

We are extremely proud to present this interview. EET has been at the top pf our list for a long time and we have been working on this for literal years. EET explores many textures and sounds, combining accoustic, vocal and synth elements into something truly unique in the chillsynth spectrum of music. To call EET chillsynth is a disservice to his ability and vision. Each album exploring a different theme and feeling. from abstract to the literal. Smile For the Camera was album of the year for us when it came out. Since then he has only continued to grow and surprise us.

This week we interview electronic artist Eagle Eyed Tiger. The ever changing and genre exploring artist sits down and talks about how he started the project, where his name comes from (you can probably guess) The struggles and work that goes into being an indy artist. His musical background and upcoming releases for 2023.

Episode 60. Small Black

This week we have Josh from Small Black on and we chat about whats been going on with him over the last few years. The progression of Small Black over the years. How Josh archives all of their music. how songs can take a long time to develop. Releasing music as an indy group. Touring, inspirations and a lot more.

If you enjoyed the interview with this artist and would like to learn more about them. You can find their music on all streaming platforms and through their socials. But we highly recommend you supporting them through their Bandcamp page

Bandcamp - https://smallblack.bandcamp.com/

Twitter - https://twitter.com/SmallBlk

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/smallblackmusic

Episode 59. Vehlinggo

Aaron AKA Vehlinggo joins us to give a Minnesota goodbye to 2022. As a fellow native we talk about everything other than the actual topic and then spend a little time on music that grabbed our attention this year. Aaron also gives us the history of Vehlinggo, how he got into this scene. He talks about his hopes for the future and of course we talk about Mecha Maiko.

Episode 58. Decisive Koala

After years of trying we finally have Chillsynth artist Decisive Koala on to talk about his new album "Polarity" coming out on 11/25/22 on Stratford Ct. We talk about how the album came about, the origins of his name. The creative process. DK talks about his influences and how he got into making chillsynth and his early use of the program Oxy to make music.

Episode 57. HEALTH Johnny Famiglietti

In this weeks episode we have Johnny Famiglietti of HEALTH on the show to discuss the nature of fame and how it's changed in the modern era. He also talks about his journey into music from being a nerdy kid to moving to L.A. trying to get into the film world then working his way into the local scene to where he met up with future band mates. we also discuss a bit about Elden Ring.

If you enjoyed the interview with this artist and would like to learn more about them. You can find their music on all streaming platforms and through their socials. But we highly recommend you supporting them through their Bandcamp page

Bandcamp - youwillloveeachother.bandcamp.com/
Twitter - twitter.com/_health_
Instagram - www.instagram.com/_health_/?hl=en

Johnny AKA Death Minis solo
Instagram - www.instagram.com/death_minus/
Twitter - twitter.com/death_minus

Episode 56. Electronic Gems

In this episode Dan of Electronic Gems sits down with Eric. They talk about the origins of Electronic Gems. How EG has evolved over the years. The power and responsibility of curating music. They discuss what's in the future of EG and where Dan would like to see the Chill synth scene go. They contemplate physical releases for EG and gives props to those who do the hard work.

If you enjoyed the interview with this artist and would like to learn more about them. You can find their music on all streaming platforms and through their socials. But we highly recommend you supporting them through their Bandcamp page

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPzWlhG7QM56Y8MYB3qMVnQ

Bandcamp - https://electronic-gems.bandcamp.com/

Twitter - https://twitter.com/Electronic_Gems

Soundcloud - https://soundcloud.com/electronicgems

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/electronicgems/?hl=en

Episode 55. Plastik Boxes

In this episode Kiel is back and we interview Greg of Plastik Boxes. We have a lovely chat about about his musical influences such as, Hall and Oates, Aha, Depeche Mode, and more. Gregs love of vintage VHS videos. The starts of Plastik Boxes, performing live. How he writes songs and we get a little silly. We really enjoyed ourselves.

We have cut 4 songs into this episode 2 from each of their albums

Head Nurse and Wind Storm from Late Bloom

My Enemy and Heart and Soul from Moments

Songs used with Explicit permission from Plastik Boxes

Episode 54. Puget Sound Collective

From 2d Con Eric is joined by none other than Chris AKA North Innsbruck AKA The Third Pour Bastard to interview Joseph and Alan from Puget Sound Collective. We spend time covering their origins, Their operating principals and in general what really drives these two to do what they do. This is a very inspiring interview for those that are looking to do more with whatever they may want to get further involved with. Joe and Alan lay how being an active fan can turn into a business and how those relationships can be crucial for early success.

If you enjoyed the interview with this artist and would like to learn more about them. You can find their music on all streaming platforms and through their socials. But we highly recommend you supporting them through their Bandcamp page

Bandcamp - https://pugetsoundcollective.bandcamp.com/merch

Twitter - https://twitter.com/PSCoIIective?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/pugetsoundcollective/?hl=en

Episode 53. Battle Tapes

In this episode Eric sits down with Josh and Riley of Battle Tapes to discuss their new upcoming album. The process of writing the album and how the current state of the world effected it. They talk about their music production process and the joy of discovering new sounds. They give a really good insight into what it takes to be an independent artist in today's world, The cost it has on creativity and how they combat instant feedback culture. We also talk about Depeche Mode, because why wouldn't we?

f you enjoyed the interview with this artist and would like to learn more about them. You can find their music on all streaming platforms and through their socials. But we highly recommend you supporting them through their Bandcamp page

Episode 52. Voyage

IThis week Belgium Chillwave artist Voyage joins Eric and chats about his work in electronic music. Odyssey and Eric talk about his unique upbringing and his first exposure to electronic music. His first love of Drum and Bass and how that affects his music production today. Odyssey also talks about who he thinks is doing interesting things in chillwave now, His appreciation for Electronic Gems, future vinyl projects and how he's making music for the future.

If you enjoyed the interview with this artist and would like to learn more about them. You can find their music on all streaming platforms and through their socials. But we highly recommend you supporting them through their Bandcamp page

Bandcamp - https://voyage95.bandcamp.com/

Twitter - https://twitter.com/voyage_synths?lang=en

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/voyage_synths/?hl=en

And if you like our show and want to know more, we would love it, if you liked, shared and retweeted on our social media pages. We want to hear from YOU!!

Episode 51. Clyde Shelton

In this weeks episode we talk to pioneering Datawave artist CLYDE SHELTON. We talk a lot about his musical process. Datawave, how he started to make the style that he does and more. We also are for the first time including music in the episode to show case how special this artist is.

Songs in the episode

Earthwalker- from the album Earthwaker

The Distance from the alum Earthwalker

Ill Gotten from the E.P. Obscure Means II

Risk from the E.P. Obscure Means II

CLYDE would also like to Shout out Voja.World who does his amazing album covers

https://www.instagram.com/voja_world/?hl=en

all songs used with permission from Polychora Records and CLYDE SHELTON

If you enjoyed the interview with this artist and would like to learn more about them. You can find their music on all streaming platforms and through their socials. But we highly recommend you supporting them through their Bandcamp page

Bandcamp - https://clydeshelton.bandcamp.com/

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/clydeshelton._/?hl=en

Episode 50. Makeup and Vanity Set X Com Truise Pt. 2

In this extremely special two part interview we have Makeup and Vanity Set interview Com Truise. With the help of us or course. These two get right to the heart of it. They talk about their struggles with fame and how to interact with the world. How strife and real world dystopia has effected their creative output. Their annoyance of Zoom calls and how they stay grounded as creative people. There's a lot to unpack but. This a very intimate look into two electronic legends world.

Kiel and I need to state that we are eternally grateful to both Seth and Matt for having the trust and confidence to do this project with us.

If you enjoyed the interview with this artist and would like to learn more about them. You can find their music on all streaming platforms and through their socials. But we highly recommend you supporting them through their Bandcamp page

Com Truise

Bandcamp - https://comtruise.bandcamp.com/

Twitter - https://twitter.com/comtruise

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/comtruise

Makeup and Vanity Set-

Bandcamp- https://makeupandvanityset.bandcamp.com/

Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/makeupandvanityset

Twitter- https://twitter.com/vanityset

And if you like our show and want to know more, we would love it, if you liked, shared and retweeted on our social media pages. We want to hear from YOU!!

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Some of our episodes can also be found on the Nightride FMs Youtube page

Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLUFw2iRP9vmEwG06MLou9viKIUtdTyM-p

Support our Patreon page, anything you give goes 100% back into this show. It helps pay for hosting fees, merch and more. We have exclusive content and will be adding more frequently. Exclusive episodes, outtakes and more.

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Theme song written and performed by Baldocaster

Mastered by Tonebox

Episodes recorded at The Paradise Arcade and are mixed and mastered by Eric Riedel

Logo and art design by Eric Riedel

Episode 49. Makeup and Vanity Set X Com Truise Pt. 1

In this extremely special two part interview we have Makeup and Vanity Set interview Com Truise. With the help of us or course. These two get right to the heart of it. They talk about their struggles with fame and how to interact with the world. How strife and real world dystopia has effected their creative output. Their annoyance of Zoom calls and how they stay grounded as creative people. There's a lot to unpack but. This a very intimate look into two electronic legends world.

Kiel and I need to state that we are eternally grateful to both Seth and Matt for having the trust and confidence to do this project with us.

If you enjoyed the interview with this artist and would like to learn more about them. You can find their music on all streaming platforms and through their socials. But we highly recommend you supporting them through their Bandcamp page

Com Truise
Bandcamp - comtruise.bandcamp.com/
Twitter - twitter.com/comtruise
Instagram - www.instagram.com/comtruise

Makeup and Vanity Set-
Bandcamp- makeupandvanityset.bandcamp.com/
Instagram- www.instagram.com/makeupandvanityset
Twitter- twitter.com/vanityset

And if you like our show and want to know more, we would love it, if you liked, shared and retweeted on our social media pages. We want to hear from YOU!!

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Some of our episodes can also be found on the Nightride FMs Youtube page

Youtube - www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLU…MLou9viKIUtdTyM-p

Support our Patreon page, anything you give goes 100% back into this show. It helps pay for hosting fees, merch and more. We have exclusive content and will be adding more frequently. Exclusive episodes, outtakes and more.

Patreon - www.patreon.com/theparadisearcade

Theme song written and performed by Baldocaster
Mastered by Tonebox

Episodes recorded at The Paradise Arcade and are mixed and mastered by Eric Riedel

Logo and art design by Eric Riedel

Episode 48. Slyvinyl Records

IIn this episode Eric sits down with Eric from Slyvinyl records. The two Eric's discuss his journey into being the CEO of Slyvinyl. His passion for music and most importantly vinyl records. They discuss Eric's attention to quality and the future of Slyvinyl

If you enjoyed the interview with this artist and would like to learn more about them. You can find their music on all streaming platforms and through their socials.

Website - https://store.slyvinyl.com/

Twitter - https://twitter.com/slyvinyl

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/slyvinyl

And if you like our show and want to know more, we would love it, if you liked, shared and retweeted on our social media pages. We want to hear from YOU!!

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Some of our episodes can also be found on the Nightride FMs Youtube page

Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLUFw2iRP9vmEwG06MLou9viKIUtdTyM-p

Support our Patreon page, anything you give goes 100% back into this show. It helps pay for hosting fees, merch and more. We have exclusive content and will be adding more frequently. Exclusive episodes, outtakes and more.

Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/theparadisearcade

Theme song written and performed by Baldocaster

Mastered by Tonebox

Episodes recorded at The Paradise Arcade and are mixed and mastered by Eric Riedel

Logo and art design by Eric Riedel

Episode 47. ADMO

In this episode we bring on long time Chill Synth producer ADMO. We talk about his upcoming album "Flying Colors" through Startford CT. His move from the U.K. to Oakland California, his music writing process and philosophy. We talk about about how the Chill Synth Discord got started and his handing over the reigns. Then reflect on his being on the ground floor of the genre and help defining it.

If you enjoyed the interview with this artist and would like to learn more about them. You can find their music on all streaming platforms and through their socials. But we highly recommend you supporting them through their Bandcamp page

Bandcamp - https://admoyo.bandcamp.com/

Twitter - https://twitter.com/admoyoo?lang=en

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/admo_audio/?hl=en

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Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/theparadisearcade/

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Some of our episodes can also be found on the Nightride FMs Youtube page

Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLUFw2iRP9vmEwG06MLou9viKIUtdTyM-p

Support our Patreon page, anything you give goes 100% back into this show. It helps pay for hosting fees, merch and more. We have exclusive content and will be adding more frequently. Exclusive episodes, outtakes and more.

Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/theparadisearcade

Theme song written and performed by Baldocaster

Mastered by Tonebox

Episodes recorded at The Paradise Arcade and are mixed and mastered by Eric Riedel

Logo and art design by Eric Riedel

Episode 46. Stratford CT

In this episode we have Andrew Walker co-founder and owner of Stratford CT Records on the show to discuss music, his labels origins and history. He takes us through his early days of the record label up to what he is doing now. We get into the details of running a label and he gives his unguarded insight into what its like to be an independent label. We discuss vinyl of course and his philosophies regarding what and how he releases records.

Andrew has been at the forefront of what is known as Chillwave or Chillsynth music. He helped launch the genre of music into something truly unique both in terms of sound and culture. Andrew is know for his specific curation of music and passion to bring artists to the fore Either through his label as a full release or through his secret selections series that brings up and coming artists to the attention of many.

Episode 45. Polychora Records

Nick of Polychora Records joins us this episode. He talks to us about what got him into running his label. How he ended up taking over the Chillsynth Discord server and what is involved in being the premiere Com Truise archivist. He talks to us about his vision for the future and teases some exceptional upcoming projects. We also get into a lively debate about music genre labels and if they're useful or not.

Nick is mostly in the background doing some very heavy lifting for the electronic music community. Please support his efforts like and follow his social media accounts. His work allows the music we love to get exposure and a platform to be heard.

If you enjoyed the interview with this person and would like to learn more about them. You can find their music on all streaming platforms and through their socials. But we highly recommend you supporting them through their Bandcamp page

Bandcamp - music.polychora.co/
Twitter - twitter.com/polychorarecs
Instagram - www.instagram.com/polychorarecs/
Youtube - www.youtube.com/channel/UCjPLBJtP7zq16YVcT3_gmkg

And if you like our show and want to know more, we would love it, if you liked, shared and retweeted on our social media pages. We want to hear from YOU!!

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Some of our episodes can also be found on the Nightride FMs Youtube page

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Support our Patreon page, anything you give goes 100% back into this show. It helps pay for hosting fees, merch and more. We have exclusive content and will be adding more frequently. Exclusive episodes, outtakes and more.

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Theme song written and performed by Baldocaster
Mastered by Tonebox

Episodes recorded at The Paradise Arcade and are mixed and mastered by Eric Riedel

Logo and art design by Eric Riedel

Episode 44. Memorex Memories

In this episode Eric is joined by Matt Pusti AKA Makeup and Vanity Set to interview the rising star of what is being called Datawave. Sean Harte AKA Memorex Memories. Sean takes Matt and Eric through his musical journey up to this point in his life. His major influences both in terms of music such as Aphex Twin and Squarepusher. To the effect of growing up and living in a working class city in Scotland. They spend lots of time talking about his new up coming release "In Motion 2" through Stratford CT February 2/25/22. Matt and Sean talk a lot about creativity, work flow and what it means for them to make music.

If you enjoyed the interview with this artist and would like to learn more about them. You can find their music on all streaming platforms and through their socials. But we highly recommend you supporting them through their Bandcamp page

Bandcamp - https://memorexmemories.bandcamp.com/

Twitter - https://twitter.com/MemorexMemories

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/memorex_memories/?hl=en

And if you like our show and want to know more, we would love it, if you liked, shared and retweeted on our social media pages. We want to hear from YOU!!

Some of our episodes can also be found on the Nightride FMs Youtube page

Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLUFw2iRP9vmEwG06MLou9viKIUtdTyM-p

Support our Patreon page, anything you give goes 100% back into this show. It helps pay for hosting fees, merch and more. We have exclusive content and will be adding more frequently. Exclusive episodes, outtakes and more.

Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/theparadisearcade

Theme song written and performed by Baldocaster

Mastered by Tonebox

Episodes recorded at The Paradise Arcade and are mixed and mastered by Eric Riedel

Logo and art design by Eric Riedel

Episode 43. Electronic Purification Records

In this episode we have the pleasure of sitting down with Marek and Ina of Electronic Purification Records. They are one of the early record labels that have released some of the greatest Synthwave records of all time. They talk about the creation of EPR. The effort and detail that goes into running the label. They offer some humorous anecdotes and give us a taste of whats coming next from them.

Episode 42. Waveshaper

This weeks incredible episode we have the legendary Waveshaper on. He was on the top of our list of dream guests when we started the show. We are incredibly honored and humbled he took time with us and navigating a 7 hour time difference. While Tom might be considered part of the second wave of Synthwave acts his presence is widely felt through out the scene. Roughly starting in the genre around 2012 he quickly garnered acclaim for his song writing prowess and use of hardware synths. Please take the time to listen his music and follow him on social media.

If you like our interviews please like share and subscribe. This is 100% a passion project to document this movement as is happens. Speaking with legends and up and coming artists. We strive to have earnest conversations that are insightful, thought provoking and funny.

Episode 41. Demin

Joining us for the first episode of 2022 the mysterious Demin comes out of the shadows to help us kick off the new year. We discuss many things including and obviously his music. His start in house music. Demins affinity for Com Truise and those rumors that he may be Seth Haley. He gives insight into his writing process and what we can expect from him in the future.

Episode 40. Night Audit

In this weeks episode Sean AKA Night Audit makes his The Paradise Arcade debut. We chat about his new album High Score, working with Megan McDuffee. His horror themed E.P. and we get into a whole bit of non sense with mid-western food chains. We also chat about his upcoming live performance with North Innsbruck and Lucy in Disguise.

Episode 39. Night at the Grindhouse 2

In this special episode we have both STRNGR and Destyur AKA Andrew and Chris on. We chat about their new album Night At The Grindhouse 2. We get into the process of making the record, the inspirations and hows it's different from the first record. How it's like the turducken of Dark Synth. Their favorite horror movies, their grand plans and hopes for the record.

Episode 38. Nitrowave TC

In this special episode we have 4 guests on. Psyk, System 96, North Innsbruck and Galaxy 80 join Eric to talk about the Nitrowave TC concert they were about to play, The up coming Neon Rose Fest and whats new in each of their worlds

Episode 37. Cobra Wipeout

This week we have the Australian wonder Greg AKA Cobra Wipeout on the show. This is technically the second episode hes been on, but the first one will never be aired. We chat growing up in Australia as a B-Boy. His musical progression. How Greg got started making music. His video work with Nightwav and cultural difference between Brooklyn and Australia.

Episode 36. Eye Witness Records

This week we have Alex of Eye Witness records on the show. We chat with him about his journey into running a record label. How he got there. The things that have influenced him. What it was like to Release Home's Odyssey as his first release and what he looks for in new artists

Episode 35. Mecha Maiko

This week we catch up with the one and only Mecha Maiko. We chat about simplifying life during Covid. New music that's on the horizon. future plans of possible touring and get into a debate about New Retrowave. Than the important stuff like pizza crust. Join us for an often funny and sometimes absurd conversation.

Episode 34 System 96

In this episode we have Blake AKA System 96 on. We chat about his influences and his unique take on nostalgia. releases on physical media, playing neon rose fest and what future system 96 records look like

Episode 33 Antoni Maiovvi AKA Jason Priest

In this episode we have have Antoni Maiovvi AKA Jason Priest on to discuss his new album " Jason Priest is Missing" we chat about it's origins. Talk about his expansive career, film and his very interesting upbringing.

Episode 32 PilotPriest

This week we have legendary Canadian filmmaker and Musician Anthony Scott Burns AKA PilotPriest on the show. We go very in depth into his new movie Come True. We discuss the genesis of the film. We chat about many of the ideas that went into the film and trust me there is a lot. We discuss why horror and sci-fi are so satisfying to him. Making a movie with a micro crew and budget. The limitations of traditional studios and telling original stories.We chat about the importance of making an emotional connection with the audience. Using old movie tropes in a modern context and so much more.

Episode 31 Street Cleaner

This week we have Mr. Cleaner himself on west coast darksynth legend Street Cleaner AKA Jesse Bishop on the show. We caht about his new album Edge and how it's a love letter to 80's anime. We also get into Street Cleaner the video game. Jesse's love for Lords of Acid and how it led to him going Viral. We talk about Jesse's influnces growing up such of Front Line Assembly and Pig. What is was like opening for Stabbing Westward. Touring with Protector 101. We get a bit topical with Misogyny in synthwave. Jesse talks about working Electronic Purification records and future release plans

Episode 30

Hotel Pools

This Week we have west coast Chillsynth artist Ben Braun AKA Hotel Pools on the show. Ben talks to Eric about what he has been up to for the last year. His new album that is coming out mid year. The process of making the record and what we can look forward to with. Ben talks about his new Synth he used on the record. His musical upbringing. The beginning of the chillsynth movement and becoming a mentor for up and coming artists. Ben Also talks about making special limited run of merch, vinyl represses and so much more.

Episode 29 Dan Terminus

This week we have the legendary french maestro Dan Terminus on. We catch up with Dan with what he has been up to. We talk about the fickle nature of inspiration. Living in the moment, the importance of sincerity.  He also breaks down the mystic and absurdity of needing expensive equipment or programs to make great music. We talk about missing friends and he goes on to regale us with touring stories with Gost and Perturbator. We chat about his last album Last Call For All Passengers. The amusing origin of the title. The music video for Ruins. His opinions of the synthwave scene and some of his personal passions.

Episode 28

Das Mortal

This week we have Montreal based electronic musician Das Mortal on the show. He brings us up to date with what has been going on during Covid. We go very in depth into the making and thoughts around his album Miami Beach Witches. What it's like working with a label and the major differences between that and self releasing. We touch on how he got on the Streets of Rage 4 soundtrack. The making of the when it comes music video. we chat about touring and meeting such icons as Perturbator and Dance With The Dead. Why physical releases such as vinyl are so great. We lament the loss of video rental stores. We also talk about how his musical has evolved as he has gotten older and his feelings on being called Synthwave. We also get into some of the music he got into growing up such as Aphex Twin and video games.

Episode 27-

The Motion Epic

This week we have a very appropriate Valentines Day guest. Pat DiMeo AKA The Motion Epic. We catch up with Pat with what he has been doing over the last year. We talk in depth about his 3rd upcoming album. Pat talks about his musical process and what he hopes people gain from listening to his music. He talks about his influences ( How much he loves Huey Lewis) recording a Micheal Jackson song. His song writing process and so much more.

Episode 26- GOST

This week is a doozy, We have James Lollar AKA Gost on the show. We sit down and chat with him about what he has been doing for the past year. We chat about his project with his wife "Burnt Offerings" Of course we get into the new album he is working on, it's vibe, when it's coming out and who's putting it out. Also James regales us with stories about touring with Perturbator, Carpenter Brut, Dance With The Dead and Dan Terminus. The early days of the synthwave scene His musical history Depeche Mode Touring with Mayhem Taking the mask off Playing in Russia Vinyl box set through Century Media Lil Uzi Vert And more!

Episode 25

Megan McDuffee

This week we have the multi talented Megan McDuffee on the show. She discusses her long history in the music industry including her formative years. Her work on Video game soundtracks, how she got into the synthwave scene. She gives us her insights into the scene and many other anecdotes. She also gives valuable insight into what it takes to be an independent artist. Finally Eric recalls his horrifying experience moving in with someone from Craig's list

Episode 24

Ivan Castell

This week Eric goes solo, and speaks to the director of The Rise of the Synths to discuss the genesis of the documentary. What drove him to make the film, The long and sometimes frustrating process. He talks about the contrast to the scene when he started to where it is now. The amazing blessing that having John Carpenter involved in the film was. Weather or not the scene will ever achieve mainstream status and many other interesting anecdotes from his very interesting perspective.

Episode 23

Dance With The Dead

This week Tony Kim joins us from Dance With The Dead. We catch up with what he has been up to during his time during the pandemic. How he has been occupying his time. We touch on the origins of DWTD, What's coming up. Video games he has been playing. The PS5 hunt. Horror movies and so much more.

Episode 22 Lightspear

This week we have Electric Dream Records alum, Lightspear on. He sits down with us and talks about his background in music. How he got into Synthwave. We dive deep into his influences and his music production mindset. His top tier artists that he looks up to production wise. We talk classic production techniques from artists such as Daft Punk, George Michael, Michael Jackson and Queen. He gives us the background influences and history of his 2 albums. The importance of physical media and he hints at whats next

Episode 21 ALEX

This week we have the one and only synth master and chameleon ALEX. He joins us to talk about his new E.P. through Playmaker 2020 A.D. We chat about his influences. If he still considers himself a "synthwave" artist. We also get into what drives him now to make music and the difficulties in the Covid era. He gives us many hints at what's to come. Of course we chat about his pal Tokyo Rose and the Akuma serie. other synthwave artists he thinks are great. Cough... Andrew Tremblay AKA STRNGR cough... So much to unpack in this episode.

Episode 20 Makeup and Vanity Set

This week we have synthwave legend Matt Pusti AKA Makeup and Vanity set joining us to talk about all your MAVS related questions. We start off with Tacobell and get into his new album, the music video. This episode is over 2 hours of engaging riffs.

Episode 19 Lazerpunk

This week we have legendary Hungarian dark synth maestro Gabor' AKA the one and only Lazerpunk. We chat about the success of his new video. The charity all the proceeds are going to. What Covid is like in Hungary. What it takes to be successful as an independent artist, touring America and much more.

Episode 18

STRNGR AKA Andrew Tremblay

This week we have the secret synthwave weapon, Andrew Tremblay. He chats with us about all the work he has done illustrating some of the top darkwave acts. making music, his influences and the upcoming Night at the Grindhouse collab with Destryur.