Tag: synth

Devin James Fry Releases Intriguingly-Named ‘Half Ball Pit Half Bloodbath’

May 20, 2025

Known to readers of Essentially Pop as the former vocalist for Austin set, Name Sayers, Devin James Fry is now based in Denver, Colorado, and has set out on his own with new single, ‘Half Pit Half Bloodbath’ plus a range of remixes. These can be streamed and downloaded via his Bandcamp page.

OIM Records Drop Latest Single From Mood Series ‘shared secrets:WAVE’ With ‘Seriphos’ By Astralien

May 13, 2021

Sit back and relax as you listen to ‘Seriphos’ by Astralien. The latest track to be released from OIM Records new compilation, ‘shared secrets:WAVE’, it’s laid back, chilled, and mellow, and sure to give you peace of mind and contentment.

INTERVIEW – Empathy Test Talk to Us About Their Album ‘Monsters’

June 4, 2020

The synth-pop band Empathy Test released their brand-new album last month. ‘Monsters’ has received rave reviews from multiple media outlets. You can stream the album via the band’s Spotify.

Circuit3 Set To Release New Electro Pop Single THE RAIN April 3rd With Launch At Whelan’s

March 11, 2020

Irish electro-pop artist Circuit3 returns on April 3 with latest single, ‘THE RAIN’. The track will be available in all digital stores, streaming platforms, and on limited edition 10-track remix CD, which will be available from Bandcamp.

Premiere: U.S Duo Peppermint Heaven Share Retro-Tinged New Single ‘Waiting For You’

January 17, 2020

LA based synth pop duo Peppermint Heaven have released their latest single. ‘Waiting For You’, out today, is an infectiously strong start for the new decade, and the perfect cap to a big 2019.

Future West Releases New Video For Latest Single ‘See What I See’

August 7, 2019

Irish singer songwriter Future West returns with the video for his latest single, ‘See What I See’.

Soft People Get ‘Tender’ With New Single Out July 12

July 10, 2019

Late last year we introduced readers to Soft People, a husband and husband duo from San Luis Obispo, almost exactly in between San Francisco and LA. Their song ‘Absolute Boy’, struck us with its deeply personal lyrics, and 80s stylings, and we really enjoyed their sound. So we’re happy to announce that their new single, ‘Tender’, is set for release this Friday July 12, ahead of their performance at The California Central Coast Pride Festival that weekend.

Future West Returns With New Single ‘See What I See’ Ahead Of Summer Dates

June 15, 2019

Future West returns with ‘See What I See’, the follow up to ‘Human’, which was released back in February. Out yesterday, June 14, ‘See What I See’ is a retro-tinged synth-led track which sees Future West imploring an unknown other person to skip town with them. It’s a full-on bop with a super-catchy chorus.

Peppermint Heaven Release ‘New Moons’ EP

April 19, 2019

New Moons, the latest EP from Peppermint Heaven is out today. More upbeat than their previous releases, it nonetheless maintains their characteristic 80s flashback style.

Peppermint Heaven Release ‘When I Look In Your Eyes’ First Single From New EP

April 5, 2019

‘When I Look In Your Eyes’ is the first single from Peppermint Heaven’s latest EP, ‘New Moons’. An upbeat number with Peppermint Heaven’s characteristic 80s style synth-laden sound, it gives off a vibe of Heaven 17 or Depeche Mode.

Future West - 'Human' - Artwork by Charlotte Schreiber

Future West Is ‘Human’ Just Like You

March 1, 2019

Future West is the performance name of London based Irish multi-instrumentalist and producer, Francis Watters. His latest track, ‘Human’, is a synth-heavy, electronic track, evoking Gary Numan, 80s Bowie, and Arctic Monkeys circa 2009-2012.

Devin Tait’s ‘By My Side’ Is An 80s Style Anthem With A Modern Heart

February 27, 2019

Devin Tait earned his musical stripes as a member of queercore band, Shitting Glitter, back in the early 2000s. His latest single, ‘By My Side’, is from his forthcoming album, ‘Art Damage’, and reflects the UK artists of the 1980s who are at the core of his inspiration.