The best synthwave playlist in the universe! Cover art by Ninja Jo.

Get ready to travel back to the neon-lit streets of the '80s with the "Synthwave / Retro Electro" playlist. Packed with tracks that ooze nostalgia and electronic vibes, this collection is perfect for fans of shimmering synths and retro-futuristic beats. From Cassetter's pulsating "Cloning Factory" to Ace Buchannon's stirring "Into the Fray" and Euan Ellis' dreamy "Moonwalker," each tune will transport you to an era where digital met analog in a dance of soundscapes. Absolute Valentine's "Strange Hope" and Gunship’s evocative "When You Grow Up, Your Heart Dies" add layers of emotion and storytelling, capturing the essence of the genre.

This playlist doesn’t just stop at the classics; it also introduces contemporary twists with tracks like "Less Than Zero" by Scandroid and King Protea, and "Running in the Night" by FM-84 and Ollie Wride, keeping the energy vibrant and fresh. Whether you're cruising down the boulevard or lounging at home, the rhythmic allure of "Synthwave / Retro Electro" will keep your spirits high and your feet tapping. Tune into this sonic journey and bask in the electric glow of retro-futurism.

Playlist Genres

Synthwave

Electropop

Popwave

Pop

Indie Pop

Darksynth

Chillsynth Dream Pop Ambient Nightrun Synthpop Chillwave Alternative Pop Spacewave New Wave Art Pop Dance Pop Cyberpunk Nu Disco Indietronica Indie Rock Electronica Edm Downtempo House Future Bass Vaporwave Singer-songwriter Experimental R&b