Experimental Electronic Music
Through his retro-futuristic alter ego Starcadian, George Smaragdis transformed memory into music—channeling the faded glow of 80s analog culture into vivid, cinematic soundscapes. With every synth line, he rewound time, crafting not just songs, but immersive “ear movies” where disco, sci-fi, and nostalgia collided. What began as a creative spark shared between friends became a cult-favorite legacy—one that continues to resonate with warmth, wonder, and interstellar groove.
As ever, Kernkrach have unearthed an artist of enviable talent. El Pesado Silencio is an album that illustrates Nublo Roboten’s range and style, contemporary synth-pop that is produced with a sureness of expression and a deftness of touch.
Antler Records, the iconic label born in 1981 from the vision of Roland Beelen, rose anew in 2024—reborn, recharged, and resonating once more. Delving into its vaults, the label unveils a treasure trove of rare sonic artifacts, painstakingly compiled by Lieven De Ridder of Walhalla Records. But this revival isn’t just about the past—retrospective (and new) releases are on the horizon. The legacy lives on as history spins forward—until 2026.
Brutalist is an intriguing and varied collection of electronic tracks that reflect a smorgasbord of sub-genres, the most of which are readily identifiable by attentive listening.
A very well produced piece that expresses deep human feelings— although it is synthesis based music—while exploring different palettes of sadness as a main theme.
