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Synth Single Review: “Ebb & Flow’’ by LightSource & The Bad Dreamers

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Karl Magi @synthwriter80s.bsky.social · 15h

Greetings #synthfam! Take a look at my review of @lightsource-music.bsky.social & The Bad Dreamers’ “Ebb & Flow” which is an expression of lasting and fulfilling love. Review here: hubpages.com/entertainmen...
#synthwave #synths #retro #electronicmusic #80s #nostalgia

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Synth Single Review: “Hopeless Emotions’’ by Sunset Wave

Karl Magi @synthwriter80s.bsky.social · 1d

Hello #synthfam! Here's my review of Sunset Wave’s “Hopeless Emotions” which is a dreamy exploration of lost affection and longing. Review here: hubpages.com/entertainmen...
#retrowave #synthspirit #80style #nostalgia #dreampop #newmusic #nowonbandcamp

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Synth Single Review: “Necromancer’’ by DROIDGLOW

Karl Magi @synthwriter80s.bsky.social · 1d

Greetings #synthfam! Take a peek at my review of Droidglow’s “Necromancer” which creates images of ancient magic unleashed. Review here: hubpages.com/entertainmen...
#darksynth #darksynthwave #cyberpunk #newretrowave #retrowave #80s #nowonbandcamp

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Synth Single Review: “Mind Corporation (Dilemmachine Remix)’’ by Rogue FX

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Karl Magi @synthwriter80s.bsky.social · 1d

Hi #synthfam! Check out my review of ‪@roguefxsynth.bsky.social‬ & Dilemmachine’s “Mind Corporation” (Dilemmachine Remix) which gives a rocking edge to the original. Review here: hubpages.com/entertainmen...
#synthwave #retrowave #newwave #synthrock #nowonbandcamp

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Synth Single Review: “Nightstalker (2025)’’ by Electric Seagulls

Karl Magi @synthwriter80s.bsky.social · 2d

Hey #synthfam! Here’s my take on @electric_seagulls’ “Nightstalker (2025)” which is a mixture of urgency, shadow and haunting power. Review here: hubpages.com/entertainmen...
#synthwave #darkwave #cyberpunk #musicproducer #electronicmusic #onbandcampnow

Synth Single Review: “Against The Odds’’ by Tonebox & Lucy In Disguise

Karl Magi @synthwriter80s.bsky.social · 2d

Greetings #synthfam! Take a look at my review of Tonebox & @lucyndisguise.bsky.social’s “Against the Odds” which combines hope and calming sensations as it evolves. Review here: hubpages.com/entertainmen...
#synthwave #synthwaveaesthetic #outrun #aesthetic #retrowave

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Synth EP Review: “High Noon’’ by Maestro Eternal

Karl Magi @synthwriter80s.bsky.social · 5d

Hey #synthfam! Here’s my take on @maestroeternal.bsky.social’s “High Noon” which transports listeners on a cinematic journey through the Old West. Review here: hubpages.com/entertainmen...
#musician #synthmusic #composer #synthwave #musicstudio #analogsynth

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PantherWolfe - Vegas Vice — ABSYNTH

Karl Magi @synthwriter80s.bsky.social · 5d

Hello #synthfam! Here's my review of @pantherwolfe_music’s “Vegas Vice” which takes listeners on a wild ride through a classic buddy cop movie from the '80s. Review here: www.absynth.space/articles/pantherwolfe-vegas-vice
#retrowave #synthwave #80smusic #80s

Review by Karl Magi Overall Album Impressions PantherWolfe’s Vegas Vice takes listeners on a wild ride through a classic buddy cop movie from the '80s. The artist interweaves first-rate melodi...

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Synth Single Review: "Vitality" by Alex Boychuk & Dopamine

Karl Magi @synthwriter80s.bsky.social · 5d

Greetings #synthfam! Take a peek at my review of Alex Boychuk & Dopamine’s “Vitality” which interweaves serenity and propulsion. Review here: hubpages.com/entertainmen...
#synthwave #retrowave #dreamwave #chillwave #chillsynth #downtempo

Synth Single Review: “Werewolves’’ by Beachdolls

Karl Magi @synthwriter80s.bsky.social · 5d

Hi #synthfam! Check out my review of Beachdolls’ “Werewolves” which explores passionate remembrance and burning need. Review here: hubpages.com/entertainmen...
#synthwave #retrowave #outrun #halloween #sax #electronicmusic

Read on to learn about “Werewolves” which explores passionate remembrance and burning need.

Synth Single Review: “Stranger in the Dark” by Dress To Impress

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Karl Magi @synthwriter80s.bsky.social · 7d

Hey #synthfam! Here’s my take on Dress To Impress’ “Stranger in the Dark” which creates impressions of fear in the misty night. Review here: hubpages.com/entertainmen...
#synthwave #retro #retrowave #halloween #availableonbandcamp

Synth Single Review: “Frisson’’ by jacket. & Sleepless-Nights

Karl Magi @synthwriter80s.bsky.social · 7d

Greetings #synthfam! Take a look at my review of jacket. & Sleepless-Nights’ “Frisson” which is suffused with autumnal light. Review here: hubpages.com/entertainmen...
#synthwave #retrowave #dreamwave #autumn #availableonbandcamp

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Synth Single Review: “Clarion’’ by Echo Wolf

Karl Magi @synthwriter80s.bsky.social · 9d

Hi #synthfam! Check out my review of @echowolfmusic.bsky.social’s “Clarion” which is an exhilarating synth voyage across the universe. Review here: hubpages.com/entertainmen...
#synthwave #retrowave #electronicmusic

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Synth Single Review: “At Night’’ by Yota

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Karl Magi @synthwriter80s.bsky.social · 9d

Greetings #synthfam! Take a peek at my review of Yota’s “At Night” which is full of need and ache as it evolves. Review here: hubpages.com/entertainmen...
#retrowave #synthwave #newretrowave

Read along to learn about “At Night” which is full of need and ache as it evolves.

Synth Single Review: “Almost Human’’ by AC83

Karl Magi @synthwriter80s.bsky.social · 9d

Greetings #synthfam! Take a look at my review of @ac83music.bsky.social’s “Almost Human” which explores the consequences of a sentient AI developing emotions. Review here: hubpages.com/entertainmen...
#synthwave #retrowave #cyberpunk #synthpop #availableonbandcamp

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Synth Single Review: “Pixel Crush’’ by LukHash

Karl Magi @synthwriter80s.bsky.social · 9d

Hello #synthfam! Here's my review of @lukhash.bsky.socials “Pixel Crush” which is full of cruising motion and celebration. Review here: hubpages.com/entertainmen...
#8bit #chiptunes #electrofunk #arcade #gameboymusic #availableonbandcamp

Read on to learn about “Pixel Crush” which is full of cruising motion and celebration.

Synth Single Review: “So Close (Spiraling)’’ by Wellside

Karl Magi @synthwriter80s.bsky.social · 9d

Hey #synthfam! Here’s my take on Wellside’s “So Close (Spiraling)” which transmits chilled-out vibes as it evolves. Review here: hubpages.com/entertainmen...
#synthwave #newmusic #chillsynth #retrowave #spiraling #availableonbandcamp

Synth Single Review: "Skywarp – Supercharged" by Flashback & Neon Shards

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Karl Magi @synthwriter80s.bsky.social · 12d

Hey #synthfam! Here’s my take on Neon Shards & Flashback's “Skywarp – Supercharged” which evokes the thrill of high speed flight. Review link here: hubpages.com/entertainmen...
#retrowave #synthwave #guitar #neuraldsp #80smusic #topgun #availableonbandcamp

Synth Single Review: “Spencer Street’’ by Heartbreak City

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Karl Magi @synthwriter80s.bsky.social · 12d

Hello #synthfam! Here's my review of Heartbreak City’s “Spencer Street” which brims over with memories of shared love. Review link here: hubpages.com/entertainmen...
#synthpop #synthwave #retrowave #futurewave #80s #availableonbandcamp

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Hotel Pools & Brothertiger - Paradigms — ABSYNTH

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Karl Magi @synthwriter80s.bsky.social · 12d

Hi #synthfam! Check out my @absynth.space review of @hotelpools.bsky.social & @brothertiger.bsky.social’s “Paradigms” Review here: www.absynth.space/articles/hotel-pools-amp-brothertiger-paradigm
#chillwave #chillsynth #synthwave #electronicmusic #availableonbandcamp

Review by Karl Magi Overall Album Impressions Hotel Pools & Brothertiger’s Paradigms is full of fragility, emotional complexity and serene soundscapes. Hotel Pools contributes his unique s...

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Karl Magi @synthwriter80s.bsky.social · 13d

Greetings #synthfam! Take a peek at my review of Arcade Beach’s “Dance the Pain Away” which carries a message of renewal and reconnecting. Review link here: hubpages.com/entertainmen...
#retrowave #synthwave #outrun #availableonbandcamp

Synth Single Review: “Dance the Pain Away’’ by Arcade Beach

Synth Single Review: “Running The Red Light’’ by Palm Lakes

Karl Magi @synthwriter80s.bsky.social · 13d

Hello #synthfam! Here's my review of Palm Lakes & Nikki Simmons “Running the Red Light” which is a high-energy blast of wild desire. Review link here: hubpages.com/entertainmen...
#retrorock #synthrock #80sinspired

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Synth Single Review: "Find Me" by Color Theory & UAP

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Karl Magi @synthwriter80s.bsky.social · 13d

Hey #synthfam! Here’s my take on @colortheory.bsky.social & UAP’s “Find Me” which tells the tale of an enduring promise. Review here: hubpages.com/entertainmen...
#retrowave #synthwave #synthpop #availableonbandcamp

Read on to learn about “Find Me” which tells the tale of an enduring promise.

Synth Single Review: “Fire’’ by SIXMIXSIX

Karl Magi @synthwriter80s.bsky.social · 14d

Hi #synthfam! Check out my review of @sixmixsix.bsky.social’s “Fire” which erupts with heavy intensity. Review link here: hubpages.com/entertainmen...
#darkdisco #retrosynth #housemusiclovers #availableonbandcamp