SNAKES OF RUSSIA

EDITORS’ PICK ///

As editors at ABSYNTH.space, we take pride with utmost sincerity in finding some real hidden gems in synth-based music. Thanks to our friend, FUTURE ENEMIES, we recently struck black gold.

Introducing, SNAKES OF RUSSIA.

Little is known about our new all-time favorite dark, progressive synth artist. But that’s alright. Sometimes, retaining mystery is always best.

How do you like your synth music? We personally like ours with Beluga caviar and fine vintage Krug (we love dark, rich bubbles). SNAKES OF RUSSIA just delivered that in his EP At Home with Lions. Rich, intoxicating, moody, ambient yet decadently executed with harsh, bottom-end heavy jet black synths that are also effervescent - and at times even ethereal- like smoke. Did we catch a hint of alabaster tones and sandalwood in there? It won’t surprise us. We love to nerd over the culture and intelligence behind music in every modulation. We are completely lost in our own awe of the experiential value this EP provides. Something we truly treasure, which has not happened in a very, very long time.

Go dive in, get drunk and high. You’ll thank us later.

For all SNAKES OF RUSSIA, visit snakesofrussia.bandcamp.com and Spotify.

XENNON | Reflections

UK-Based Artist-Producer, XENNON Unveils 2nd Single From Upcoming Conceptual Full-Length Nostalgia

Synthwave artist XENNON has been known to champion several artists in the global synthwave scene, leading and curating one of the most popular and fastest-growing independent Spotify playlists in the genre “Synthwave Sounds.” It is also no wonder that his releases often cover themes of heroes and champions — from his first debut full-length LP Miami Cop to his recent single called Hilt and now, Reflections, both from his upcoming concept album Dark of a Distant World. Inspired by the sci-fi and fantasy movies of the 80s such as The Neverending Story and Masters of the Universe, the album will take the listener on a journey to other worlds as we follow Kurt, a boy who holds the key to saving the planet Eternicron, and embarks on an adventure that transcends time and space. 

XENNON is a Producer from the U.K who up until recently was based in Tokyo, Japan, where a lot of his inspirations stem from. He is heavily influenced by synthesizers and 80s nostalgia, delivering music that takes listeners back thru time, yet with a modern, contemporary pop-rock twist and lyricism that are truly uniquely his.

For more XENNON, visit www.xennonsynthwave.com

CAT TEMPER | Curiosity Thrilled the Cat

Curiosity Thrilled the Cat is the Latest Release in Cat Temper’s Electrified, Pulse-Pounding Thrill Ride.

Like the rest of the world Cat Temper has been forced to deal with the frustration of sheltering in place during the pandemic of 2020. Curiosity Thrilled The Cat is an album inspired by the walls closing in on a head full of pent-up yowls and mad laughter. 9 songs, one for each life that would have been at risk if music wasn’t there to keep him out of trouble.

Known for its witty, clever and lovable combo of musical and visual branding, Cat Temper is the solo project of Boston-based meowsician and design guru Mike Langlie. After ending his long-running toytronica project Twink The Toy Piano Band, Mike returned to his musical roots mixing old school electro, heavy metal excess, and a bratty punk posture to create synthwave with cattitude. He's released 6 albums exploring the sounds of darksynth, 1980s sci-fi scores, and even a full alternate soundtrack to David Lynch's cult classic film Eraserhead.  Mike also has one of the most extensive and covetable toy keytar collections known to man.

Further explore the genius of Cat Temper at http://www.cattemper.com

SBK01 | CONTROL

Emerging London-based Electro-Synthpop Artist Steps into The Unknown, Takes Control with New Single and Music Video

SBK01’s new single “Control” opens with an expansive, retro drum kit and an off-kilter melody that sets her vocals against dark twisting 90’s-esque synth pads. The lyrics confront us with the cold, uncomfortable truth of living from a place of fear. A hopeful horizon emerges as layered synthesizers break through, surrounded by choral, cleverly layered harmonies and a middle-eight that reminds us of the beauty of being human. With vocals reminiscent of Kate Bush, Banks and Metronomy, SBK01’s unusual vocal toplines with understated, existential lyrics, all neatly arranged over moody synth aesthetics, creating a unique other-worldly dreamscape.

Combined with a high-fashion approach to her visuals, SBK01’s performances place her somewhere between musician and machine; robotic gestures are juxtaposed with distinctly carbon-based emotions, provoking questions about humanity’s increasing assimilation with technology and the digital-world.

For more updates on SBK01, visit www.sbk01music.com