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Synthwave Events This Month in New York City
Emerging in the early to mid-2000s, synthwave is a nostalgic electronic genre that draws heavy inspiration from 1980s action film soundtracks, video game scores, and pop culture aesthetics. Find upcoming Synthwave events in New York City this month below.
Synthwave Events This Month · New York City
Sound profile
An electronic, danceable sound.
energy
65
danceability
70
valence
60
grit
35
organicness
15
commerciality
45
tempo
55
vocality
30
About Synthwave
Emerging in the early to mid-2000s, synthwave is a nostalgic electronic genre that draws heavy inspiration from 1980s action film soundtracks, video game scores, and pop culture aesthetics. The sound is characterized by the prominent use of vintage analog synthesizers, gated reverb percussion, and classic drum machines like the LinnDrum to create a distinctively retro-futuristic atmosphere. Typically maintaining moderate tempos between 80 and 140 BPM, the genre often features driving four-on-the-floor rhythms or syncopated basslines that evoke a sense of cinematic momentum. While it remains structurally linked to synth-pop and electronic music, its focus on neon-soaked escapism and melancholic yet triumphant melodies distinguishes it from more aggressive or purely dance-oriented styles.
Also known as: retrowave, outrun, futuresynth
Parent genre:Electronic
Synthwave events in New York City this month - FAQ
- What Synthwave events are in New York City this month?
- Mood tracks all Synthwave events in New York City this month - club nights, concerts, DJ sets, and live shows. The calendar is updated daily as new events are announced. Each listing includes the full lineup, venue address, ticket prices, and a direct purchase link. Browse the complete monthly schedule above to plan ahead and book before events sell out.
- Where can I find Synthwave in New York City this month?
- Emerging in the early to mid-2000s, synthwave is a nostalgic electronic genre that draws heavy inspiration from 1980s action film soundtracks, video game scores, and pop culture aesthetics. Find every Synthwave venue and event in New York City this month above - with lineups, door times, and tickets.
- What is Synthwave music?
- Emerging in the early to mid-2000s, synthwave is a nostalgic electronic genre that draws heavy inspiration from 1980s action film soundtracks, video game scores, and pop culture aesthetics. The sound is characterized by the prominent use of vintage analog synthesizers, gated reverb percussion, and classic drum machines like the LinnDrum to create a distinctively retro-futuristic atmosphere. Typically maintaining moderate tempos between 80 and 140 BPM, the genre often features driving four-on-the…
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