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Sounds like:
George Maple,
Kilo Kish,
Flight Facilities
By
Tobias Handke
on
Jul 4, 2018
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As soon as the opening synth line from "Love Nobody" hits, you're transported back to a time when colourful suits, bad hair and spandex ruled the world.
The debut single from Perth based phenomenon Reija Lee (one half of duo Kito and Reija), "Love ...
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2

Sounds like:
Bruxas,
Motion Graphics,
Bonobo
By
Gabe Kahan
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May 28, 2018
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Shy Layers has defied genres for several years now. With stakes in electropop, jazz-fusion, and downtempo, the Atlanta-based artist has begun to make a name for himself. Midnight Marker, the full-length album that dropped just a few days ago, is his ...
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By
Tobias Handke
on
May 6, 2018
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London collective PREP have just dropped their latest EP, Cold Fire, another joyful release of vibrant synth-pop and infectious vocals.
Having already shared the synth-tastic first single, "Don't Bring Me Down," the band have followed the EP's relea...
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4

Sounds like:
Years & Years,
Kavinsky
By
Tobias Handke
on
May 3, 2018
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I don't think the '80s will ever go out of fashion when it comes to music, and Video Age are doing their best to keep the decade alive with the new, glorious single "Lover Surreal."
Video Age are made up of longtime friends Ross Farbe and Ray Micare...
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By
Tobias Handke
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Mar 30, 2018
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There's something about eerie '80s synth tunes that strike a chord with me, so upon listening to NightStop's "Under A Killing Moon" it's pretty clear to hear why I'm all about this one.
The rising Finnish producer has crafted a hauntingly vibrant t...
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6

Sounds like:
The Drums,
Beach Fossils,
Redspencer
By
Christiana Bartolini
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Mar 29, 2018
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Sports' single, "Panama" may not be brand spanking new but it sure is timeless.
With tinges of '80s synth pop mixed with modern-day off-kilter tuning, an undeniably catchy tune emerges. The harmonized guitars strum their way into each verse, which g...
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7

Sounds like:
Myd,
Myth Sizer,
Lewis OfMan
By
Arnaud Dallemagne
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Mar 5, 2018
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I have to say I really like the path French music is taking lately, with a scene promoting fresh music and promising newcomers.
So, I was only half surprised to learn after hearing this song on the radio that it was supported by both Pain Surprises ...
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8

Sounds like:
Bauhaus,
Joy Division,
The Wire
By
Tobias Handke
on
Feb 15, 2018
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Preoccupations continue to ramp up the release of their new album, New Material, with the release of penetrating single "Antidote."
This one feels like it's straight out of '80s Manchester, with the pummeling and systematic drumming; very Joy Divisi...
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