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The State of Synth
@thestateofsynth.com
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A weekly synthwave podcast featuring the best and most notable artists from around the globe https://thestateofsynth.com

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You'll hear music from our guest, as well as Evanton, Johan Agebjörn (feat. NINA), Synth Fellow Hawk, @edenfuture.bsky.social, @bunnyxofficial.bsky.social (feat. Don Dellpiero), and Renz Wilde - Muzik (feat. Dimi Kaye)

Shout-outs to @aztecrecordsuk.bsky.social and @retrosynthrecords.bsky.social!
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Alt: John Travolta dancing to disco
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September 8, 2026 at 12:30 AM
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Tuesday, Sept 8th at 5pm EST, 10pm UK time, @thestateofsynth.com returns for another season of synthy goodness. We will be joined by UK artist L'Avenue.

@nr.fm. Better than an advance copy of GTA 6

Tune in and join the chat here:
lissen.to/chat
or here:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=UjlM...
A picture at sunset of surf hitting the beach with birds in the sky and the logos of UK artist L'Avenue and The State Of Synth
September 8, 2026 at 12:30 AM
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School is back in session!

The State of Synth returns September 8th with old favorites, new talent, and some serious synth legends.

Do your homework: thestateofsynth.com

Listen live: Nightride.FM / lissen.to

Nightride FM - Always head of the Class
September 2, 2026 at 8:06 PM
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You'll hear music from our guest, as well as Sun City, @toxxicproject.bsky.social (Stilz remix), MEGAS & @nightflyermusic.bsky.social, Earmake, and SynthPrincipal (Emil Rottmayer remix)
Not Bad, For A Human.
Alt: The character Bishop (android) lying on the floor with fluids dribbling out of his body saying "Not Bad, For a Human". From the movie Aliens (1986)
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June 29, 2026 at 1:43 PM
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Monday, June 29th at 6pm EDT, @thestateofsynth.com wraps up our season with Droid Bishop!

@nr.fm. In space, everyone can hear you synthwave.

Tune in live and join the chat here:
lissen.to/chat
or here:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=UjlM...

TSOS will return after the summer break!
June 26, 2026 at 4:28 PM
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neonfawkes.com
You'll hear tunes from our guest, as well as Ness Daniels, Shadowrunner, jacket. & @echowolfmusic.bsky.social, @ferusmelek.bsky.social, and L'Avenue!

Shout out to @newretrowave.bsky.social!
Sunset Palm Aesthetic
Alt: Magenta sky with palm trees flying past the windshield of a car.
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June 22, 2026 at 3:18 PM
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Tuesday, June 23rd at 6pm EDT, @thestateofsynth.com is joined by synth legend @michaeloakleymusic.bsky.social to fawn over his new album "Prologue"

@nr.fm. See you, space IT cowboy!

Tune in live and join the chat here:
lissen.to/chat
or here:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=UjlM...
An image of the artist Michael Oakley with his logo over top of the The State Of Synth logo with a blue swirling background
June 22, 2026 at 3:18 PM
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neonfawkes.com
You'll hear music from our guest, as well as @lystmusic.bsky.social & @dimikaye.bsky.social, FM Attack, Chelsea Owen, and @7rising.bsky.social & @mayahcamara.bandcamp.com!

Shout outs to @zenithsounds.bsky.social!
Tropical Sunset with Palm Trees
Alt: Tropical Sunset with Palm Trees
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June 15, 2026 at 2:07 PM
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Tuesday, June 16th at 5pm EDT, 11pm CEST, @thestateofsynth.com shreds some croissants with @jessymach.bsky.social!

@nr.fm. A palm tree a day keeps the doctor away.

Tune in live and join the chat here:
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or here:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=UjlM...
A photo of the artist Jessy Mach over a background of Nice, France with his logo and the The State Of Synth logo
June 15, 2026 at 2:07 PM
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neonfawkes.com
You'll hear music from our guest, as well as L'Avenue, Code 89, Wice, New Arcades, @marvel83.bsky.social, and Trevor Something!

Shout outs to @purzynthrekords.bsky.social and Keytar Records!
Knight Rider Synthwave
Alt: A car driving on a street at night in the magenta blow of street lights and buildings.
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June 9, 2026 at 1:14 PM
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Tonight at 5pm EDT, 11pm SwedeDT, @thestateofsynth.com gets shredded by Midnight Danger!

@nr.fm. Can't beat the real thing.

Tune in live and join the chat here:
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or here:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=UjlM...
An image of the lead guitarist from Midnight Danger with a creepy midnight treeline background and his logo. Also the The State Of Synth logo above them.
June 9, 2026 at 1:14 PM
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neonfawkes.com
You'll hear music from our guest, as well as @powerrob.bsky.social (feat. Fulvio Colasanto), @myrone, Neon Shards, Mitch Hunt, @cassetter.bsky.social & Cyberwalker (feat. Out Runner), and Trevor Something!
Retrowave Synthwave Sunset Drive
Alt: Retrowave Synthwave Sunset Drive
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June 1, 2026 at 7:46 PM
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Tuesday, June 2nd at 5pm EDT, 11pm SwedeDT, @thestateofsynth.com gets a physical from Swedish legend @robertparker.bsky.social !

@nr.fm. Ok. Now cough.

Tune in live and join the chat here:
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or here:
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June 1, 2026 at 7:46 PM
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neonfawkes.com
You'll hear tunes from our guest, as well as Valley Lights, @projectbeckett.bsky.social, @mayahcamara.bandcamp.com, Oscillian, @bunnyxofficial.bsky.social, @vostosynth.bsky.social, and L'Avenue!

Shout-outs to Outland, @zenithsounds.bsky.social, @aztecrecordsuk.bsky.social!
Synthwave 80s Car
Alt: Synthwave 80s Car
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May 25, 2026 at 11:57 PM
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Tuesday, May 26th at 9pm EDT, @thestateofsynth.com and @kaarinzoelee.com get to chat with none other than Android Automatic!

@nr.fm. Your synth clothes. Give them to me.

Tune in live and join the chat here:
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or here:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=UjlM...
An image of a city skyline in magenta glow with the artist logo Android Automatic and a smaller logo of The State Of Synth
May 25, 2026 at 11:57 PM
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neonfawkes.com
Shout-outs to @purzynthrekords.bsky.social , @timeslaverec.bsky.social , and @fixtmusic.bsky.social !
Кот на проигрывателе
Alt: A cat spinning on a record player
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May 19, 2026 at 12:44 PM
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neonfawkes.com
You'll hear music from our guests, as well as @anniee-music.bsky.social, The Midnight (@driver405.bsky.social remix), Ferrari Kid , @sunesismusic.bsky.social, Sleepless Nights, and Kodeseven (w. Fury Weekend)!
Retro City Sunset Drive
Alt: Retro City Sunset Drive
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May 19, 2026 at 12:44 PM
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Tonight, May 19th, at 9pm EDT, 6pm PDT, @thestateofsynth.com chats with Nouveau Arcade!

@nr.fm. Everything old is new again. But with neon.

Tune in live and join the chat here:
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or here:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=UjlM...
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May 19, 2026 at 12:44 PM
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neonfawkes.com
You'll hear tunes from our guest, as well as @simulakrumlab.bsky.social & @turboknight.bsky.social, @michaeloakleymusic.bsky.social, Droid Bishop, @lukhash.bsky.social and Scandroid!

Shout-outs to @fixtmusic.bsky.social and @newretrowave.bsky.social!
Dangiuz Cyberpunk Neon Cityscape
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May 12, 2026 at 12:48 AM
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Tuesday, May 12th at 5pm EDT, 11pm CET, @thestateofsynth.com gets slayed by Polish artist Jeremiah Kane!

@nr.fm. We've been to the stars and back, and hoo boy.

Tune in live and join the chat here:
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or here:
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May 12, 2026 at 12:48 AM
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We drifted into deep orbit with Australian chillsynth artist DavZ for a website-exclusive interview about fake nostalgia, dreamy atmospheres, warped tape textures, and beautifully broken sound.

“DavZ - Perfecting the Imperfect Sound”
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DavZ - The Art of Perfecting Imperfect Sound - The State of Synth
Interview with DavZ about chillsynth, nostalgic textures, music production, analog warble effects, game soundtrack influences, and crafting beautifully imperfect soundscapes.
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May 8, 2026 at 3:33 PM
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Ladies and Gentlemen. The time is NOW! After 5 years, our "Synthmaster" Michael Oakley is finally back with a new project, vision and sound. NRW is proud to present "Prologue". Pre-Order Today: michaeloakley.lnk.to/Prologue
#retrowave #synthwave #newretrowave
Prologue
Listen to content by Michael Oakley.
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May 8, 2026 at 3:29 PM
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neonfawkes.com
You'll hear music from our guests, as well as @wolftron.bsky.social, Starfounder, @starfarermusic.com, Rezodrone, Fury Weekend, and Guidebook!

Shout-out to @fixtmusic.bsky.social!
a man in a suit is dancing on a stage
Alt: a man in a suit playing air guitar
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April 23, 2026 at 2:16 PM
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It's crunch time for @thestateofsynth.com. Our last huzzah before Neotropolis is Sunday, April 26th at 3pm EDT as we melt faces with @megatronix.bsky.social!

Tune in live and join the chat here:
nightride.fm/chat?station...
or here:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=UjlM...
The artists Megatronix in a neon hazy background with their logo and the logo of The State Of Synth. Time to melt faces.
April 23, 2026 at 2:16 PM