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What is The State of Synth?

TSOS is a weekly live synthwave podcast/radio show that is broadcasted weekly on Nightride FM. It’s one part news show, two parts music, with interviews and just a touch of old-time serial radio. It’s funny, surreal, yet hugely informative and features great music from synthwave’s best artists.

The State of Synth is an All Live Event

The State of Synth is a live show with live interviews, live banter, and live crowd participation. Because of this, guests are highly encouraged to jump in our chats (YouTube or IRC) and come for the fun. Our shows feature live shout-outs as well as free giveaways. Come be a part of it!

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When it all comes down to it, there is no better source for new music, events, and news than The State of Synth. We consistently deliver the freshest music and keep you well informed on all that’s going on in the synthwave scene. Not only will you find great new releases, but you can also look forward to never-heard-before exclusive tracks and music premieres.

The State of Synth Features Amazing Guests

What’s a good show without a great guest? Each week we feature a special guest from the synthwave scene. Over the years we have had some really amazing guests on the show. Some of our past guests included the following:

Nina • Makeup and Vanity Set • Robert Parker • W O L F C L U B • Yota • d r e a m k i d • Sunglasses Kid
• Betamaxx • Michael Weber • Bunny X • Megan McDuffy • Michael Oakley • Thought Beings • Primo The Alien • Max Cruise • Kick Puncher • Jonathan Belle • Elevate The Sky • Retro Revolutions • and more


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  • S13E1 - Jetsetting w/ Glenn Main

    S13E1 - Jetsetting w/ Glenn Main

    Feb 12, 2025 • 02:20:07

    Dennis and Neon Fawkes spin fresh tracks, take requests, and share highlights from their winter break. Later in the show, they catch up with synth-whisperer Glenn Main. Grab your hot toddy—it’s time for a new season of TSOS!

  • S12E15 - Creative Therapy w/ Bad Guys Get Dead

    S12E15 - Creative Therapy w/ Bad Guys Get Dead

    Dec 20, 2024 • 00:00:00

    Dennis G and Neon Fawkes close out Season 12 with an extraordinary chat with Pittsburgh producer Bad Guys Get Dead. This episode is sponsored by the Exovant Corporation.

  • S12E14 - Space Milk w/ Sunesis

    S12E14 - Space Milk w/ Sunesis

    Dec 11, 2024 • 01:37:00

    Dennis G and Neon Fawkes cozy up with some space milk—er, Bantha milk—as they chat with spacewave producer Sunesis. They discuss her musical inspirations, her love for space stations, and where to find the best empanadas.