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In this episode, we’re tossing the new music format out the Part 4444 2x5x6 Wall with Window so we can focus entirely on Lego Castle (1979-1998) by Dreamcastle™. This phenomenally ambitious concept album/experimental film explores childhood and nostalgia through the lens of Legos, video games, and imagination. A genre-melding experience, covering everything from dungeon synth to vaporwave to video game music and synthwave, it is a wild journey that is best viewed as a film on YouTube. Join us and check out this amazing piece of art!Lego Castle: 1979-1998
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Lego Castle: 1979-1998 🅴🆇🆃🆁🅰Lego Castle: 1979-1998 by Dreamcastle™
Additional Shout OutsDeath Romantique by Skeleton Lipstick
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lost broadcast by 直子coed
Against the Fall of Night by sungazer
サバイバルホラー Survival Horror by ShymNoiz
Lost Loops Collection by Mount Shrine
BLOOD INCANTATION - The StargateMusic by: 2Mello
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In this episode, we delve into the Satanic Panic, which was the primo moral panic of the 1980s and 90s. Specifically, we’re looking at the Satanic Panic series of albums by Vacation Bible School. This series of five albums, like much of VBS’s work, navigates the conflicting emotions brought about by being raised as an Evangelical Christian in America’s hyper-consumerist society. Join us as we unpack the layers of nostalgia, fear, and critique embedded in these evocative soundscapes.satan's disco boogie from Revenge of the Satanic Panic! by Vacation Bible School
Albums Discussed
Satanic Leaders from Satanic Panic V: Suburban Sacrifice by Vacation Bible SchoolFall Festivals and the Satanic Panic by Vacation Bible School
Additional Links
Revenge of the Satanic Panic! by Vacation Bible School
Satanic Panic 3: Hell House by Vacation Bible School
Satanic Panic 4: Possession by Vacation Bible School
Satanic Panic V: Suburban Sacrifice by Vacation Bible SchoolOccult Demon Cassette - A Youtube archive of weird VHS
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Law Enforcement Guide to Satanic Cults (1994)
MONSTER Energy drinks are the work of SATAN!!!Music by: 2Mello
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In this episode, we’re exploring the music of The Nightcrawlers, a trio from Philadelphia who produced over 30 cassettes of amazing cosmic and ambient synth during the 80s. We talk about one of these cassettes and then cover their more recent 2018 compilation. Their music is phenomenal so we want to say thank you to the YouTube algorithm for incepting Ross.
Albums DiscussedNightcrawlers - Space Ritual at St Mary's
Additional Links
The Biophonic Boombox Recordings by The NightcrawlersAlbum of the Day: Nightcrawlers, “The Biophonic Boombox Recordings”
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The Nightcrawlers - Mexican Summer Record Label Page
The Nightcrawlers Remain an Obscure but Fascinating 80s Electronic BandMusic by: 2Mello
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For our September new music episode we’re leaving the summer jams behind and getting into some recent releases from our favorite genres. First, we’re checking out a huge and varied compilation from the signalwave community. Then we’re going to achieve our perfect inner self with the help of some corporate meditation jazz. Can you say “something for everyone?!”
Albums DiscussedThe Gas Station MegaCompilation by The Signalwave Community
Additional Links
Solutions by Windstar EnterprisesThe Signalwave Community: The Gas Station MegaCompilation on Vapor Memory
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In this episode, we’re giving summer a big old Labor Day sendoff by checking out the best Future Funk… of 2023! We go through the best future funk albums as voted on by the r/futurefunk subreddit along with an amazing mix from Vaporwave News Network. As usual with these episodes, we can’t cover the episodes in the detail they deserve so go support these artists!
Outro SampleComputer, Don't You Die on Me from Odd Queer by Poetically
r/FutureFunks Best of 2023 ListSpotify Playlist of Available Albums
VNN Best FutureFunk of 2023 Mix
MIDNIGHT MATSURI [夜中の祭り] by yuugen
BENDER II by THAT'S MATT!
Downtown by kouek
Evening (The Remixes) by Luanmer
Horizon by Brayan Rojitas
1980 Something by Jansport George
Neo Metro City by VANTAGE
Cyantology: Reborn by CyanBlue
Ocean View by Zai Kowen
Love by BarbWalters
Odd Queer by Poetically
Cyanotype by CyanBlueBest Future Funk of 2023 (DJ Set) || Mixed by TrucksPassingTrucks || Non-Stop Dance Music MegaMix
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For our August new music episode, we’re submitting to the heat wave by leaving behind the upbeat dance music and settling in with some beats-driven ambient and music about dinosaurs. We’re checking out the third album in the “after” series from Hushtone Records and a Dino Synth anthology from Unreal Estate Records.
Albums Discussedキャンドルを3本灯した後 by 後
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Echoes of Extinction (Dino Synth Anthology I) by Unreal Estate RecordsMusic by: 2Mello
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In this episode, we’re exploring albums and artists that blend dungeon synth with other genres of EDM such as house, dubstep, drum and bass, and breakcore. We talk about what it means to blend such potentially disparate genres and highlight a handful of albums that explore this concept.
We would love to hear if you have other examples of this blending of genres so please hit us up with recommendations!
Tracks SampledEsoteric Exegesis from Mesolithic Sound System by Mesolithic Sound System
Albums Mentioned
The Astral Clocktower from The Dungeon Steps by BxkrugMesolithic Sound System by Mesolithic Sound System
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Map of the Garden by Yotzeret Sheydim & Dragon Maiden
Half Tone Degradation by Oudeis
Chaos Within the Crimson Abyss by Rotspawn
Atmospheric breaks 2 - Ambient Mix by XnotMusic by: 2Mello
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In this episode, we’re chatting about the process of rescoring films. We largely focus on two examples: Terror Vison’s recent Blu-ray release of Dante’s Inferno and Steven Soderbergh’s 2014 “educational” reimagining of Raiders of the Lost Ark.
Soundtrack samples pulled from the trailer here:
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Dante's Inferno (1911) Blu-ray TrailerDANTE'S INFERNO BLU-RAY (1911)
Related LinksL'Inferno
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Soderbergh on Raiders
The Soderbergh Variations: 2001, Recut
Ascenseur pour l'échafaud (soundtrack)
Man with a Movie CameraMusic by: 2Mello
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We’re mixing things up this month by doing our July new music episode first! We’re double mixing things up by doing albums from May! So mixed! Join us as we check out Before the Forest by FM Forest and www by christtt, two amazing vaporwave concept albums.
Albums DiscussedBefore The Forest by FM Forest
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www by christttMusic by: 2Mello
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Summer is upon us so we’re easing into the season with two albums packed full of summer jams. Join us for a killer Future Funk party with THAT’S MATT! and then remember to stay hydrated with QUENCHED 💎🏝️🧃 by iacon.
Albums DiscussedTHE LONE RAGER by THAT'S MATT!
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QUENCHED 💎🏝️🧃 by iaconMusic by: 2Mello
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What started as a way to fill an episode when we ran out ideas has turned into one of our favorite traditions. Twice a year we dig through music posted on our Patreon Discord and choose a handful of albums to discuss. Join us as we check out eight (nine!) wonderful recommendations from classic vaporwave to modern neoclassical.
Samples chosen at random.
Songs Sampledｎｅｇｏｔｉａｔｏｒ from ｃｒｙｐｔｏｃｒａｃｙ by Ｓｐｏｒｔ３０００
Albums Discussed
what could have been from millbrook memories by CT57Pulsating Liquid Chloroform by Kagami Smile
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Bastian Void / Endurance by Bastian Void / Endurance
millbrook memories by CT57
OfficeJazz by Λｔａｖｉｓｔｉｃ エターニティー
ｃｒｙｐｔｏｃｒａｃｙ by Ｓｐｏｒｔ３０００
Somewhat the Same by Jameson Nathan Jones
dessert stand sells corn at night by y o u r l o b o t o m y
Новый Взгляд (A New Look) by Мнемоника 2000
Intrusion Countermeasures Electronics by phazmaMusic by: 2Mello
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In our May new music episode, we’re covering Constant Night by Alpha Chrome Yayo and New Position by luxury noise. Two amazing albums that highlight the broad range of influences artists can bring to vaporwave with each offering to take the listener on a wild and distinct musical journey. Check them out!
Albums DiscussedConstant Night by Alpha Chrome Yayo
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New Position by luxury noiseJojo Mayer & Nerve: Jabon (live)
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In this episode, we’re checking out Hot Takes Vol. 1, a community-driven compilation album. Proceeds from the album are donated to the Palestine Children's Relief Fund to support victims of genocide in Gaza. As is tradition, we try to cover way too much great music in one episode, so you should definitely go support this project and check it out for yourself!
Support The Compilation HereHot Takes Vol. 1 by Hot Takes Podcast
Songs Sampledluxury noise - Lost Coast
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Topaz Gang - The Golden SphereMusic by: 2Mello
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We’re finishing off April with an exploration of some new music. In this episode, we’re covering And Then All Was Quiet by The Nightworker and Our Lovelessness by Hantasi. Two very different haunted albums. Join us and check them out!
Albums DiscussedAnd Then All Was Quiet by The Nightworker
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Our Lovelessness by HantasiMusic by: 2Mello
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For our second episode of Record Label Month™, we’re talking about the Japanese label Dec-Affe-Inated Records. This private label is populated by the numerous aliases of a single artist whose music often focuses on themes of depression, isolation, and loneliness. Join us as we check out two albums that take the listen on an eclectic plunderphonic journey.
Albums Discussed冬の憂鬱 by 因縁を爆撃する
Dec-Affe-Inated Records Links
NoRIP-E, The Plundered by NoRIP-E, The PhilosopherNoRIP-E, The Philosopher / Dec-Affe-Inated RECORDS
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Dec-Affe-Inated RECORDS on SoundCloud
Dec-Affe-Inated RECORDS on YouTubeMusic by: 2Mello
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For the month of April we’re talking about record labels of all kinds. In our first episode, we check out two albums from Ill-Advised Records, a record label focused on dark lo-fi and similarly dark-themed subgenres of haunted music. Join us as we celebrate Halloween in April!
Albums DiscussedDated - Lofi Halloween Annual Vol. 2
Ill-Advised Records Links
Dated - Lofi Halloween Annual Vol. 2 on YouTube
Ghostwave - DEAD MALL
Ghostwave - DEAD MALL on YouTubeIll-Advised Records - Main Website
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Ill-Advised Records - YouTubeMusic by: 2Mello
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On this month’s new music episode we’re checking out some excellent new vaporwave albums: Magnétoscope by ab97 and Aquatic Galleria by platinum towers, ホテル shampoo, & midnight première.
Come join us and check out some great vaporwave!
Albums DiscussedMagnétoscope by ab97
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Aquatic Galleria by platinum towers, ホテル shampoo, & midnight premièreMusic by: 2Mello
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In this episode, we’re digging into Utopia District’s 2023 Year In Review, a feature highlighting some of the best vaporwave (and associated genres) albums of 2023 as suggested by the community. Including our own Ross Payton! This kind of curation and highlighting the work of artists is so important. We had a blast checking out the 17 albums on the list that we had not previously covered.
Come join us and find yourself some great music!
The ArticleUtopia District’s Features: 2023 A YEAR IN REVIEW
Tracks SamplesPlaque from my last whispers are the worst goodbyes by Machina Pensant
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Forgive Yourself from Forgive Yourself by Luxury NoiseMusic by: 2Mello
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In this episode, we’re starting our 2024 project of trying to focus more on new releases. There’s no overarching theme or over intellectualizing, just talking about two albums from the past month or so that we really enjoyed. For our inaugural discussion, we’re talking about Dated New Aesthetic by Windows96 and KEYGEN🔐 by Crystal Eternal.
Albums DiscussedDated New Aesthetic by Windows96
KEYGEN🔐 by Crystal Eternal
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We’re back! We spent January delving into the content dungeons and we’ve returned with two great dungeon synth albums. In this episode, we’re exploring the music of Cryo Crypt, the dark fantasy/dungeon synth sister label of Cryo Chamber. We discuss the first two albums on the label and share our thoughts on the current state of the genre. Stay awhile and listen.
Albums DiscussedThe Ghost from Sheol by Vikorra Doom
Related Links
Grayshadow Ruins by Mountain RealmCryo Crypt on Bandcamp
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Cryo Chamber Launches Dark Fantasy Label Cryo CryptMusic by: 2Mello
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