Synthpop

Synthpop is a genre characterized by its prominent use of synthesizers, distinctive drum machine beats, and catchy, often atmospheric melodies. Emerging in the late 1970s and gaining mainstream popularity in the 1980s, synthpop drew from disco, punk, and art rock to create a futuristic sound that captivated audiences worldwide. Defined by its blend of rich, layered textures and introspective lyrics, synthpop often explored themes of love, technology, and social commentary. With its innovative production techniques and iconic vocal styles, synthpop influenced a range of subsequent genres, including electronic, dance, and indie rock. Notable for its blend of accessibility and artistry, synthpop's unique fusion of human emotion and technological experimentation continues to inspire new generations of musicians and fans.

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AR/CO
Able Heart
Against The Current
Agent Zed
Alex D'Rosso
Allie X
Anet Sai
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Annie Lennox
Antiflvx
BOVSKI
Baby Angel
Bea
Bens
Bexnil
CHVRCHES
CamrinWatsin
Carly Rae Jepsen
Catching Sunrises
Chappell Roan
Charly García
Ellie Goulding
Eurohead
Feather
Freya Skye
GUDFELLA
Gary Numan
Giulio Cercato
Greg Taro
Grimes
Gunship
Hot Chip
Howard Jones
ILLIT
Ironmouse
JADE
JRM
Jaki Nelson
Jax
Jenice
John Laurant
Kagamine Rin
Katya Ishutina
Laback
Lane Boy
Leblanc
Lelo
Leviro
M!LK
MICO
MINNIE
Masha Hima
Megurine Luka
MilkyyMelodies
Moody Violet
Mougleta
NESYA
Naomi Prie
Narvent
Pet Shop Boys
Prince
RAEM
Rare Candy
Re:um
Reverse Pathogen
Robyn
Rêve
Röyksopp
Sapphink
Scarlett
Sin Cos Tan
Sofie
Sorana
Swimming Paul
Sān-Z
TURY
Tame Impala
Tatli
Taylor Swift
Tears For Fears
The Midnight
The Palm Tree Boy
The Park
Towa
Vane Lily
Working Men's Club
Yves
Zara Larsson
Zymba
adore
elijah woods
fakemink
maybealice
pehmoaino
sArah
too unbothered.
Étienne Daho
ния
姫森ルーナ
茉ひる
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The Weeknd
Lady Gaga
Jimin
Dua Lipa
Chappell Roan
Zara Larsson
Harry Styles
Gorillaz
Katy Perry
Justin Timberlake
Charli xcx
leftovermax
Halsey
Tame Impala
Daft Punk
Lorde
The Strokes
Conan Gray
Madonna
The Cure
Ellie Goulding
Artemas
Mark Ronson
Depeche Mode
fakemink
Beach House
a-ha
ILLIT
Alphaville
Theodora
Billy Idol
Tears For Fears
MARINA
M83
Annie Lennox
Ayesha Erotica
Bastille
MØ
Duran Duran
Zachi
Eurythmics
The Stranglers
overtonight
oskar med k
Modern Talking
Carly Rae Jepsen
Kim Petras
Tream
Tommy Richman
ONIRIA
Icona Pop
Pet Shop Boys
Clara La San
Two Door Cinema Club
White Gold
Jaymes Young
Freya Skye
Bronski Beat
Starship
Magdalena Bay
New Order
JADE
Snow Strippers
BL3SS
francis
Caroline Polachek
Grimes
Higashi
LAGOS
adore
Cocteau Twins
M!LK
John Martin
King & Prince
Dauner
Metronomy
Culture Club
Fitz and The Tantrums
Laura Branigan
Far East Movement
KIDDO
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Ichiss
Charly García
Arc De Soleil
Chris Brown
Ironmouse
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Alice Deejay
Rick Astley
The Human League
Jamie Paige
Soft Cell
Leony
Stellar
Berlin
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