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Introduction of Blogwave Music
Blogwave is a genre of electronic music that emerged in the 1980s and is characterized by the use of synthesizers and other electronic music production equipment. It often incorporates elements of 1980s pop culture, including retro futuristic design elements and nostalgiciac references to 1980s films, television shows, and video games.
Blogwave music often has a nostalgiciac, retro feel and is known for its use of vintage synthesizers and other electronic music production equipment. It is often associated with the subculture known as “retrowave,” which encompasses a variety of art and media inspired by 1980s pop culture.
Blogwave has gained popularity in recent years, with many artists and DJs creating and performing music in this genre. It is often associated with the retrofuturism movement, which looks back to the past and imagines what the future might have looked like if certain technological or cultural developments had taken a different path.
In general, Blogwave is known for its nostalgiciac, retro feel and its use of vintage synthesizers and other electronic music production equipment. It is a popular genre of electronic music that has gained a dedicated following around the world.
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Recent Blogwave Artists Interviews
Ryan Flynn Interview on Nagamag
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Nagamag:
What are the genres that describe better your music style?
Ryan Flynn:
The genres that better describe the music style would be Synth Pop, Indie Pop, and Indie Electronic.
Nagamag:
Few words about your musical background and career?
Ryan Flynn:
Originally begun as an experimental side project while in film school, ryan flynn has since evolved into a perpetual orb-praising space pop venture. It was in Rochester, NY that ryan flynn established his signature funky synth pop sound, solidified by the release of an eponymous EP in 2019 with widespread praise from the local community.
In 2020, ryan flynn took to the road with his Moog synthesizer, writing and performing improvisational pieces inspired by the scenery across the country.
Currently, ryan flynn is focusing on writing and releasing new tunes such as "Seems Like Yesterday," "Pressure," and "Outside" alongside creating tasteful visuals to accompany the releases.
Nagamag:
Do you remember your first connection of love to music that was the right impact to be a music artist now?
Ryan Flynn:
My first connection to music was certainly through my parents love for music. I was consistently surrounded by great music and was fortunate to have a piano in our home. No one else could play, but I'm pretty sure it was just there when we bought our house on Long Island. I would fool around and eventually grew to love the instrument! Once high school hit, I found myself writing and performing in a metal band with some great friends. I'd say with all of those things coming together, this was my pathway into music.
Nagamag:
Do you have any plans to follow the release of the latest single, "Outside?"
Ryan Flynn:
Yes! We have a music video for "Outside" coming out December 16th. For the music video, I've combined and edited the works of two amazing artists together; Micah Buzan, who does the beautiful animation, and Taryn Elliot, who does the amazing landscape filmography. The combination of the two really vibes with the the track and I can't wait for people to connect the visuals with the track!
Nagamag:
Most artists have a favorite song from a different music genre than the one they are producing music for... Which is yours?
Ryan Flynn:
Steely Dan "Hey Nineteen"
Nagamag:
Of Course Nagamag would love to listen also which track from a similar artist you admire?
Ryan Flynn:
Tame Impala Let It Happen
Peter Nigido Interview on Nagamag
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Nagamag:
What are the genres that describe better your music style?
Peter Nigido:
Alternative, Electronic, Trip Pop
Nagamag:
Few words about your musical background and career?
Peter Nigido:
I first learnt to play the drums when I was in my early teens. I took an interest in hybrid playing, introducing electronic pads, looping systems and live programming set ups to my drum kit. This also encouraged my decision to study studio production. I’m currently signed to indie label Cultivator Records releasing music I produce and now sing and front my own solo works.
Nagamag:
Do you remember your first connection of love to music that was the right impact to be a music artist now?
Peter Nigido:
Yes, I used to play with mums wooden spoons on a chair accompanying my brother on the acoustic guitar playing songs from U2’s Achtung Baby. Dad popped his head in and asked if I wanted to take drum lessons.
Nagamag:
Have you produced anything this year?
Peter Nigido:
Yeah, I was part of the Facebook group Live Electronic Musicians of Melbourne’s “Covers/Remix” compilation album. We were partnered up with another artist where we had to either remix or cover was her others song. I was paired with Melbourne’s Arcane Trickster and took on the song Project Sign. Arcane Trickster Remixed my song Touch. Was an awesome little project to take on. I real my liked what Arcane Trickster produced with their remix of Touch.
Nagamag:
Anything new releasing over the remainder of the year?
Peter Nigido:
Yep, I have an EP releasing on 11.12.20. It’s an Ep that features a radio edit of the single Touch, 2 B-Sides and 2 feature artists remix of 2 other songs of mine.
Nagamag:
Most artists have a favorite song from a different music genre than the one they are producing music for... Which is yours?
Peter Nigido:
Tori "Amos Spark"
Nagamag:
Of Course Nagamag would love to listen also which track from a similar artist you admire?
Peter Nigido:
Pucifer "Horizons"
Blogwave Featured Releases
Matteo Franchi – Dive or fly
“Эмоциональный Nu Jazz с впечатляющими музыкальными элементами в звучании. В начале трека слышны приятные звуки перкуссии и гитары, а затем постепенно акцент смещается на глубокую ритмическую основу. Мелодия прекрасно передаёт смысл и настроение песни, а также предоставляет слушателю качественную продукцию, из которой можно почерпнуть много вдохновения и энергии.”
“Emotional nu jazz with impressive musical elements in the sound. At the beginning of the track, pleasant sounds of percussion and guitars are heard, and then gradually the emphasis shifts the deep rhythmic basis. The melody perfectly conveys the meaning and mood of the song, and also provides the listener with quality products from which you can draw a lot of inspiration and energy.” *
“Emotional Nu Jazz con elementi musicali impressionanti nel suono. All’inizio della pista, vengono ascoltati suoni piacevoli di percussioni e chitarre, e poi gradualmente l’enfasi sposta la profonda base ritmica. La melodia trasmette perfettamente il significato e l’umore della canzone e fornisce anche all’ascoltatore prodotti di qualità da cui puoi trarre molta ispirazione ed energia.” *
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Song Sources for “Matteo Franchi – Dive or fly”:
Spotify: open.spotify.com/track/2raddAMVGf06auZPcq18LY
Youtube: www.youtube.com/watch?v=9ex-EPuVqNM
Apple Music: music.apple.com/us/album/dive-or-fly/1594255966?i=1594255967
Deezer: www.deezer.com/track/1546806362
Find Matteo Franchi on Socials:
TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@matteofranchi61
Website of Matteo Franchi:
music.apple.com/it/artist/matteo-franchi/1446671695
Benjamin Cook – Aeon
“Это потрясающая инструментальная, неоклассическая композиция, которая сочетает в себе красивые и завораживающие оркестровые звуки. Музыка передаёт красоту и эмоциональное напряжение, создавая чувство гармонии и блаженства. Мелодия увлекает слушателя своей красотой, а фоновые музыкальные текстуры добавляют загадочные звуки для создания эмоциональной глубины.”
“This is an amazing instrumental, neoclassical composition that combines beautiful and bewitching orchestral sounds. Music conveys beauty and emotional stress, creating a sense of harmony and bliss. The melody captivates the listener with its beauty, and background musical textures add mysterious sounds to create an emotional depth.” *
“Πρόκειται για μια εκπληκτική οργανική, νεοκλασική σύνθεση που συνδυάζει όμορφους και μαγευτικούς ορχηστρικούς ήχους. Η μουσική μεταφέρει την ομορφιά και το συναισθηματικό άγχος, δημιουργώντας μια αίσθηση αρμονίας και ευδαιμονίας. Η μελωδία αιχμαλωτίζει τον ακροατή με την ομορφιά του και οι μουσικές υφές του φόντου προσθέτουν μυστηριώδεις ήχους για να δημιουργήσουν ένα συναισθηματικό βάθος.” *
-Nagamag.com
Song Sources for “Benjamin Cook – Aeon”:
Spotify: open.spotify.com/track/5bCRB2AyoK43xtjSUOnGYe
Aistè – GIVE ME
“Энергичная и яркая песня в жанре Indie R&B, которая моментально вас заведёт и заставит двигаться! Вокал -Aistè- звучит искренне и многогранно и это добавляет песне еще больше взрывной энергии! Эта песня о том, как нужно без страха и сожалений следовать своим мечтам и помочь вашему сердцу ощутить всю ту красоту, которая нас окружает. Музыка, которая заряжает на бесконечный оптимизм и не оставит равнодушным никого!”
“An energetic and bright song in the Indie R&B genre, which will instantly start you and make you move! The vocals -aistè- sounds sincere and multifaceted and this adds to the song even more explosive energy! This song is about how to follow your dreams without fear and regrets and help your heart feel all the beauty that surrounds us. Music, which charges endless optimism and will not leave anyone indifferent!” *
“Ένα ενεργητικό και φωτεινό τραγούδι στο είδος indie R & B, το οποίο θα σας ξεκινήσει αμέσως και θα σας κάνει να κινηθείτε! Τα φωνητικά -Aistè -ακούγεται ειλικρινής και πολύπλευρη και αυτό προσθέτει στο τραγούδι ακόμα πιο εκρηκτική ενέργεια! Αυτό το τραγούδι είναι για το πώς να ακολουθήσετε τα όνειρά σας χωρίς φόβο και να λυπηθείτε και να βοηθήσετε την καρδιά σας να αισθανθεί όλη την ομορφιά που μας περιβάλλει. Μουσική, η οποία χρεώνει ατελείωτη αισιοδοξία και δεν θα αφήσει κανέναν αδιάφορο!” *
-Nagamag.com
Song Sources for “Aistè – GIVE ME”:
Spotify: open.spotify.com/track/4OrwQPg1KVmLVRLuj1S8mc
Youtube: www.youtube.com/watch?v=VlZBreW-_YE
Find Aistè on Socials:
Instagram: www.instagram.com/alovebuzz/
Website of Aistè:
www.aistemusic.com
Latest Blogwave discoveries
Mordent.iO – Love, Darlingtron
Όμορφη και ατμοσφαιρική μελωδία με τις χαρούμενες αρμονικές νότες της να αναπτερώνουν την καρδιά μου. Οι υπέροχοι συνδυασμοί ήχων μεταφέρουν τη μυστηριακή και ... >>> Read more & listen to this song on Nagamag #indieelectronic #synthwave #mordentio #unitedstates #nagamag #musicmagazine IG: @mordent.io TW: @MordentIO
Cameo Adele – Communication
Незыблемый, многогранный и очаровывающий своей магией звука жанр Disco будет жить вечно! Новый релиз от -Cameo Adele- манит вас своим мягким ритмом, позитивной... >>> Read more & listen to this song on Nagamag #disco #dancepop #cameoadele #unitedstates #nagamag #musicmagazine IG: @cameoadele_
Timecop1983 x Waves_On_Waves – Dangerous
Timecop 1983 is definitely one of the leading acts of the synth wave movement. This song just proves that their sound quality is out of this world. Smooth and ... >>> Read more & listen to this song on Nagamag #chillwave #synthpop #timecop1983 #timecop1983xwaves_on_waves #unitedstates #netherlands #nagamag #musicmagazine
Archer, Ian Dempsey – Summer Ain’t What It Used To Be (Remix by Rogue VHS)
Ламповый и тёплый как солнечный день Synthwave, в звуковых вибрациях и лучах которого так приятно искупаться. Мягкий бит, мелодия винтажных синтезаторов и спок... >>> Read more & listen to this song on Nagamag #synthwave #archer #iandempsey #unitedstates #nagamag #musicmagazine IG: @archermusic84 TW: @archermusic84
Sir Winston – Sex in Paris
Ο ηλεκτρισμένος και ξέφρενος ρυθμός δημιουργεί μια υπέροχα φορτισμένη ατμόσφαιρα. Με ένταση και αισθησιασμό τα φωνητικά μας μεταφέρουν τα παθιασμένα συναισθήμα... >>> Read more & listen to this song on Nagamag #indierock #altpop #nudisco #sirwinston #australia #nagamag #musicmagazine IG: @sirwinston.official
Bel Epoq – Never Enough
For those who may have too many choices but never get enough, we suggest the right one; A track full of catchy and addictive Synthwave magic, packed with endle... >>> Read more & listen to this song on Nagamag #synthwave #belepoq #germany #nagamag #musicmagazine IG: @bel_epoq
Red Cell – Going Back Before Going On
The Sweedish duo "Red Cell" impressed us one more time with their fantastic Synthwave production and artistic creativity. Enjoy a rich palette of melodic elect... >>> Read more & listen to this song on Nagamag #synthpop #synthwave #newwave #redcell #sweden #nagamag #musicmagazine IG: @redcellmusic
IDEON – Leaving
Full on majestic synth wave sounds, this song will definitely take into the 80's club scene. Its bigger than life synths and lush melodies creates truly wonder... >>> Read more & listen to this song on Nagamag #synthpop #synthwave #ideon #italy #nagamag #musicmagazine
Archer, Ian Dempsey – Summer Ain’t What It Used To Be
Positive and really amazing synth wave song. It have all the elements you need if you love this sound. Lush synth themes, catchy vocals, groovy beat with that ... >>> Read more & listen to this song on Nagamag #commercial #synthwave #archer #iandempsey #unitedstates #nagamag #musicmagazine IG: @archermusic84 TW: @archermusic84
Some Blogwave subgenres
There are several subgenres of Blogwave, including:
Outrun: a subgenre of Blogwave that is characterized by its use of 1980s-inspired synthesizers and its focus on themes of speed, neon lights, and futuristic cities.
Darksynth: a subgenre of Blogwave that combines elements of Blogwave with darker, more aggressive themes and sounds.
Dreamwave: a subgenre of Blogwave that is characterized by its use of smooth, atmospheric synthesizers and its focus on themes of nostalgia and longing.
Cyberpunk: a subgenre of Blogwave that is inspired by the cyberpunk genre of science fiction and is characterized by its use of futuristic sounds and themes.
Retrowave: a subgenre of Blogwave that is characterized by its use of vintage synthesizers and its focus on themes of nostalgia and retrofuturism.
Horror Synth: a subgenre of Blogwave that combines elements of Blogwave with horror-inspired themes and sounds.
Future funk: a subgenre of Blogwave that combines elements of funk, disco, and electronic music, often with a futuristic or cyberpunk-inspired aesthetic.
Electro funk: a subgenre of Blogwave that combines elements of funk, disco, and electronic music, often with a retro or nostalgiciac feel.
Electro house: a subgenre of Blogwave that combines elements of house music and electronic music, often with a focus on danceability and energetic beats.
Chillwave: a subgenre of Blogwave that is characterized by its laid-back, atmospheric sound and its focus on themes of relaxation and introspection.
Vaporwave: a subgenre of Blogwave that is characterized by its use of slowed-down, chopped-up samples from 1980s and 1990s pop and smooth jazz music, often combined with synthesizers and other electronic elements.
Future garage: a subgenre of Blogwave that combines elements of garage music and electronic music, often with a futuristic or experimental aesthetic.
Dub techno: a subgenre of Blogwave that combines elements of techno and dub music, often with a focus on deep, immersive sounds and experimental production techniques.
Synthpop: a subgenre of Blogwave that combines elements of pop music and electronic music, often with a focus on catchy melodies and upbeat rhythms.
These are just a few examples of the many subgenres of Blogwave that have emerged over the years. Many Blogwave artists and DJs draw inspiration from multiple subgenres and may incorporate elements of several different styles into their music.
The most used instruments in Blogwave Music
In Blogwave music, synthesizers are the most common and important instrument used. Synthesizers are electronic instruments that generate sounds by creating and modifying waveforms. They can produce a wide range of sounds, including melodies, chords, basslines, and effects, and are often used to create the signature sound of Blogwave music.
Other common instruments used in Blogwave music include drum machines, samplers, and sequencers. Drum machines are electronic instruments that produce drum and percussion sounds, while samplers allow users to record and play back samples of sounds, such as drum hits or individual notes from a synthesizer. Sequencers are used to program and arrange musical patterns and can be used to create complex, layered compositions.
Guitars, basses, and other traditional instruments are also sometimes used in Blogwave music, often in conjunction with synthesizers and other electronic instruments. In some cases, these instruments may be played live, while in others they may be processed through electronic effects or played using software instruments.
Vocals: Vocals can be used in Blogwave music, but they are not always present. Some Blogwave tracks are purely instrumental, while others feature vocals as a prominent element.
In Blogwave music, vocals are often treated as just another sound source, similar to a synthesizer or drum machine. They may be processed through electronic effects to give them a particular sound or texture, or they may be used in combination with other electronic instruments to create a more layered, complex sound.
Many Blogwave tracks feature vocals that are sung or spoken in a style that is reminiscent of 1980s pop and new wave music. These vocals may be treated with effects such as reverb, delay, or vocoding to give them a retro or futuristic feel.
Overall, the use of vocals in Blogwave music is a matter of personal preference for the artist or producer creating the track. Some Blogwave tracks are purely instrumental, while others feature vocals as a key element of the sound.
Overall, the most important instrument in Blogwave music is the synthesizer, which is used to create the majority of the sounds heard in this genre. Other electronic instruments, such as drum machines and samplers, are also commonly used to shape and augment the sounds produced by synthesizers.