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Karl Magi
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Freelance writer/blogger, poet, photographer, art lover, foodie, video game music addict, synth head.
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Greetings #synthfam! Take a peek at my review of Nature of Wires & Machina X’s “Twilight Zone” which carries desolate emotional weight. Review here: www.absynth.space/articles/synth-single-review-twilight-zonenbspby-nature-of-wires-amp-machina-x
#goth #synth #vampire #twilightzone
Synth Single Review: “Twilight Zone” by Nature of Wires & Machina X — ABSYNTH
by Karl Magi Nature of Wires and Machina X’s “Twilight Zone” carries desolate emotional weight as it unfolds. Portentous chords rise on brassy tones while strings cry out with taut melancholy and whi...
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February 17, 2026 at 10:01 PM
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Hi #synthfam! Check out my review of Project K’s remix of @roguefxsynth.bsky.social/Liquid1nc’s “Liquid Soul” which adds sharp edges and intense power. Review here too: www.absynth.space/articles/synth-single-review-liquid-soul-by-liquid1nc-remixed-by-project-k

#dancemusic #housemusic #synthpop
Synth Single Review: “Liquid Soul” by Liquid1nc (remixed by Project K) — ABSYNTH
by Karl Magi Project K’s remix of Liquid1nc’s “Liquid Soul” adds sharp edges, intense power and a floor-filling charge. The track opens with wobbling notes colliding against massive drums that batter...
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February 17, 2026 at 10:00 PM
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Hello #synthfam! Here's my review of @jacket.’s “I Miss You” which unfolds with fondness, ache and abiding love. Review here: www.absynth.space/articles/synth-single-review-i-miss-you-by-jacket
#synthwave #chillwave #retrowave
Synth Single Review: “I Miss You” by jacket. — ABSYNTH
by Karl Magi jacket.’s “I Miss You” unfolds with fondness, ache and abiding love. Shadowy yet wistful tones echo into open space while massive bass rebounds and ticking percussion shapes the air. The...
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February 16, 2026 at 5:10 PM
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Hey #synthfam! Here’s my take on @skel.one’s “Echo Protocol” which is saturated with a dark technological aura. Review here too: www.absynth.space/articles/synth-single-review-echo-protocol-by-skelone
#synthwave #80smusic #synthmusic #synth #musicproducer
Synth Single Review: “Echo Protocol” by SkelOne — ABSYNTH
by Karl Magi SkelOne’s “Echo Protocol” is saturated with a dark technological aura. The track opens as slashing bass echoes into open space while a crisp cymbal clicks into the music and a snare begi...
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February 16, 2026 at 5:10 PM
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Greetings #synthfam! Take a look at my review of @edenfuture.bsky.social’s “Wave Shred” which is dense with force and drama. Review here: www.absynth.space/articles/synth-single-review-wave-shred-by-
#synthwave #retrowave #outrun #guitar #retroreverbrecords
Synth Single Review: “Wave Shred” by 𝙀𝙙𝙚𝙣 𝙁𝙪𝙩𝙪𝙧𝙚 — ABSYNTH
by Karl Magi 𝙀𝙙𝙚𝙣 𝙁𝙪𝙩𝙪𝙧𝙚’s “Wave Shred” is dense with force and drama. The track comes to life as whispering notes swell and strength gathers around a thumping kick drum, the entire piece surging wit...
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February 16, 2026 at 5:09 PM
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Hi #synthfam! Check out my review of @colortheory.bsky.social’s “And Which Way Is Up” which is an exploration of remembrance and hope. Review here: www.absynth.space/articles/synth-single-review-and-which-way-is-up-by-color-theory
#synthpop #newwave #electropop #synth #electronicmusic
Synth Single Review: “And Which Way Is Up” by Color Theory — ABSYNTH
by Karl Magi Color Theory’s “And Which Way Is Up” is an exploration of remembrance and hope. The song opens with metallic tones trembling through a calming melody as a panpipe-like synth exhales. Col...
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February 13, 2026 at 6:56 PM
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Hello #synthfam! Here's my review of Late Night Hour’s “No Signal” which drifts slowly into space as it unfolds. Review here: www.absynth.space/articles/synth-single-review-no-signal-by-late-night-hour
#synthwavemusic #synthwaveproducer #newmusic
Synth Single Review: “No Signal” by Late Night Hour — ABSYNTH
by Karl Magi Late Night Hour’s “No Signal” drifts slowly into space as it unfolds. The track begins with distant static crackling into emptiness. A steadily expanding computerized tone shifts before ...
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February 13, 2026 at 6:55 PM
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Hey #synthfam! Here’s my take on @jessymach.bsky.social’s “West of the Heat” which creates a cinematic journey down the open road. Review here: www.absynth.space/articles/synth-ep-review-west-of-the-heat-by-jessy-mach
#synthwavemusic #synthpop #retrowave #outrun #eighties #80smusic #roadmovie
Synth EP Review: “West of the heat” by Jessy Mach — ABSYNTH
by Karl Magi Jessy Mach’s “West of the Heat” creates a cinematic journey down the open road, telling the story of two people running from their past and seeking a new future. It speaks of dreams of f...
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February 13, 2026 at 6:52 PM
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Greetings #synthfam! Take a peek at my @absynth.space review of Positronic’s “Interstellar” which travels on a celestial journey. Review here: www.absynth.space/articles/positronic-nbspinterstellar
#positronic #synthpop #electronicmusic #retrosynthrecords #interstellar
Positronic - Interstellar — ABSYNTH
Review by Karl Magi Overall Album Impressions Positronic’s “Interstellar” travels across the universe on a journey of profound love and celestial feeling. The artist imbues the music with unforg...
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February 13, 2026 at 6:51 PM
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Hey #synthfam! Here’s my take on SynthPrincipal’s “Frontrunner” which evokes a lonely highway journey. Review here: www.absynth.space/articles/synth-single-review-frontrunner-by-synthprincipal
#synthwave #retrowave #outrun #80s #electronicmusic
Synth Single Review: “Frontrunner” by SynthPrincipal — ABSYNTH
by Karl Magi SynthPrincipal’s “Frontrunner” evokes a lonely highway journey. The track begins with rising notes glowing with a sunrise’s warmth before slowly encircling arpeggios swirl into motion. T...
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February 13, 2026 at 3:07 AM
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Hello #synthfam! Here's my review of Everdune’s “The Remnant” which surges with exhilarating strength. Review here: www.absynth.space/articles/synth-single-review-the-remnant-by-everdune
#spacesynth #synthwave #retrowave
Synth Single Review: “The Remnant”’ by Everdune — ABSYNTH
by Karl Magi Everdune’s “The Remnant” surges with exhilarating strength. The piece begins with hollow drums exploding into life over a resounding bassline. Glimmering tones rise like sunlight while e...
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February 13, 2026 at 3:06 AM
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Hi #synthfam! Check out my review of CainxD’84’s “Tokyo Drift" which paints images of late-night racing through neon-lit streets. Review here: www.absynth.space/articles/synth-single-review-tokyo-drift-by-cainxd84
#synthwave #retrowave #outrun #80svibes
Synth Single Review: “Tokyo Drift" by CainxD'84 — ABSYNTH
by Karl Magi CainxD'84’s “Tokyo Drift" paints images of late-night racing through neon-lit streets. The track begins as monumental, surging bass moves with hammering drums, accelerating into a feroci...
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February 11, 2026 at 7:16 PM
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Greetings #synthfam! Take a look at my review of lxst child’s “Saraia” which evokes majestic visions of cosmic vistas. Review here: www.absynth.space/articles/synth-single-review-saraia-by-lxst-child
#chillwave #synthwave #chillsynth #retrowave #spacesynth
Synth Single Review: “Saraia” by lxst child — ABSYNTH
by Karl Magi lxst child’s “Saraia” evokes majestic visions of cosmic vistas. The piece commences with astronomically immense bass flowing beneath whisper-soft notes that twirl into an ever-accelerati...
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February 11, 2026 at 7:16 PM
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Hello #synthfam! Here's my review of Faulty Lights & Orbita’s’ “Final Voyage" which is a chilled-out, warmth-drenched journey. Review here: www.absynth.space/articles/synth-single-review-final-voyage-by-faulty-lights-amp-orbita
#chillwave #synthwave #chillsynth #dreamwave #spacewave
Synth Single Review: “Final Voyage" by Faulty Lights & Orbita — ABSYNTH
by Karl Magi Faulty Lights & Orbita’s “Final Voyage" is a chilled-out, warmth-drenched journey. The track begins with trumpeting notes that flash out as the underpinnings rise with deep bass. Fla...
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February 10, 2026 at 7:23 PM
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Greetings #synthfam! Take a peek at my review of @glennmain.bsky.social & July Sax’s “Sax You Up” which exudes serenity and sensuality. Review here: www.absynth.space/articles/synth-single-review-sax-you-up-by-glenn-main-amp-july-sax
#synthwave #retrowave #80sretro #saxophone #keytar
Synth Single Review: “Sax You Up” by Glenn Main & July Sax — ABSYNTH
by Karl Magi Glenn Main & July Sax’s “Sax You Up” exudes serenity and sensuality. The track opens as tranquil notes move like water against the shore while a sweeping synth floats. July Sax’s sax...
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February 10, 2026 at 7:23 PM
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Greetings #synthfam! Take a look at my review of Skylane Drive’s “Doomseeker” which contains fragility, darkness and power. Review here: www.absynth.space/articles/synth-single-review-doomseeker-by-skylane-drive
#cyberpunk #retrofuturism #synthwave #futurism
Synth Single Review: “Doomseeker” by Skylane Drive — ABSYNTH
by Karl Magi Skylane Drive’s “Doomseeker” contains fragility, darkness and power. The track begins with twinkling, string-like notes descending through reverberant space before the drums erupt. A fie...
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February 9, 2026 at 5:41 PM
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Hey #synthfam! Here’s my take on New Arcades’ “Still Falling” which is drenched in warmth and beautiful memory. Review link here: www.absynth.space/articles/synth-single-review-still-falling-by-new-arcades
#synthwave #retrowave #newarcades #80s #m83
Synth Single Review: “Still Falling” by New Arcades — ABSYNTH
by Karl Magi New Arcades’ “Still Falling” is drenched in warmth and beautiful memory. The track starts as deeply surrounding bass moves with luminous synth, tripping in flowing patterns. Rapidly revo...
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February 9, 2026 at 5:40 PM
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Hello #synthfam! Here's my @absynth.space review of Magnavolt’s “Shadows of Redemption” which tells a cinematic tale of revenge and salvation. Review here: www.absynth.space/articles/magnavolt-shadows-of-redemption
#synthwave #cyberpunk #midtempo #magnavolt #darksynth #darkelectro
Magnavolt - Shadows of Redemption — ABSYNTH
Review by Karl Magi Overall Album Impressions Magnavolt’s “Shadows of Redemption” carries listeners through a cinematic tale of revenge and salvation. The music is heavily shadowed and full of m...
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February 6, 2026 at 7:34 PM
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Greetings #synthfam! Take a look at my @absynth.space review of Avro’s “Psychopathé” which explores the darker side of human emotion. Review here too: www.absynth.space/articles/avro-psychopath
#synthpop #darksynth #electropop #NewWave
Avro - Psychopathé — ABSYNTH
Review by Karl Magi Overall Album Impressions Avro’s “Psychopathé” is a twisty, shadowy synth-pop exploration of the darker side of human emotion. The way in which the album mixes Avro’s express...
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February 6, 2026 at 7:34 PM
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Hey #synthfam! Here’s my take on @aisle9music.bsky.social’s “Phosphorescent” which carries outward into space with indigo light. Review here: www.absynth.space/articles/synth-single-review-phosphorescent-by-aisle-9
#synthwave #retrowave #chillwave #dreamwave #synthwavevibes #vaporwave
Synth Single Review: “Phosphorescent” by Aisle 9 — ABSYNTH
by Karl Magi Aisle 9’s “Phosphorescent” carries outward into space with indigo light. The track opens as elegantly intertwining, lush tones move and chimes flit with sun-dappled energy. The percussio...
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February 6, 2026 at 6:56 PM
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Hi #synthfam! Check out my review of @donnalewismusic.bsky.social & David Lowe’s “Meet Me” which captures all the warmth of a familiar relationship. Review here:
www.absynth.space/articles/synth-single-review-meet-me-by-donna-lewis-amp-david-lowe
#electropop #synthpop #singersongwriter #newmusic
Synth Single Review: “Meet Me” by Donna Lewis & David Lowe — ABSYNTH
by Karl Magi Donna Lewis & David Lowe’s “Meet Me” captures all the happiness and warmth of a familiar relationship. The song commences as an easily flowing beat moves alongside a full-sounding, l...
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February 6, 2026 at 6:56 PM
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Hello #synthfam! Here's my review of Innervisions’ “Velocity” which combines motion and peaceful relaxation into a lusciously engaging whole. Review here: www.absynth.space/articles/synth-ep-review-velocity-by-innervisions
#synthwave #retrowave #dreamwave #80s
Synth EP Review: “Velocity” by Innervisions — ABSYNTH
by Karl Magi Innervisions’ “Velocity” combines motion and peaceful relaxation into a layered, lusciously engaging whole. As the track unfolds, I am carried away on a journey of turquoise voices and e...
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February 5, 2026 at 7:09 PM
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Hi #synthfam! Check out my review of @ekohflare.bsky.social & @pashang.bandcamp.com’s “Vanish” which creates a vivid vision of galactic beauty. Review here: www.absynth.space/articles/synth-single-review-vanish-by-ekohflare-amp-pashang-
#synthwave #newmusic #electronicmusic #cyberpunk
Synth Single Review: “Vanish” by Ekohflare & Pashang 爬上 — ABSYNTH
by Karl Magi Ekohflare & Pashang 爬上’s “Vanish” creates a vivid vision of galactic beauty. The track begins with a hissing void, quickly broken into by rushing synth and widely bursting drums. In ...
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February 5, 2026 at 3:24 PM
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Greetings #synthfam! Take a look at my review of Out Runner’s “Reborn” which unfolds as a vast, tender starscape. Review here: www.absynth.space/articles/synth-single-review-reborn-by-out-runner
#synthwave #retrowave #guitarwave #chillwave #guitarsolo
Synth Single Review: “Reborn” by Out Runner — ABSYNTH
by Karl Magi Out Runner’s “Reborn” unfolds as a vast, tender starscape. The track starts as soothing but vast bass swells outward, joined by a broadly slipping arpeggio that radiates calming grace. T...
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February 5, 2026 at 3:24 PM