


What’s especially savvy about this playlist is how user “aofd3” pits modern synthwave from the likes of Gesaffelstein and S U R V I V E against the pioneering sounds of Vangelis and Tangerine Dream, erasing difference with a hazy and timeless mix. Like the title suggests, these retro synth forward tracks verge on the spacier territory, making this playlist the perfect canvas for your deep thoughts or daydreams. If you’re pining to turn your commute into a neon Miami dream “Synthwave from space” is a surefire way to make that happen. This playlist acknowledges their incredible history putting out records from Model 500 and Aphex Twin while juxtaposing that legacy with more recent releases from Maarten van der Vleuten, giving listeners a solid impression of the label’s aesthetic and sound. Run by husband and wife duo Renaat Vandepapeliere and Sabine Maes, this Belgian label now based in the UK continues to be one of the best labels in dance music today. Collaborative and Blended Playlists Playlist Folders Music Discovery Private Listening and Private Playlists 0 seconds of 1 minute, 13 secondsVolume 0 00:25 01:13 Crossfade & Transitions If you enjoy listening to songs without abrupt cuts or transitions, you should consider toggling some of Spotify’s playback settings. This list, compiled by the good folks at R&S Records, celebrates their incredible back catalog which extends all the way back to 1983. Though this is a frequently updated playlist, its goal isn’t to keep you informed of all the latest tracks, but rather it’s all about mood– sending you on a well curated deep dive through “dark and mystifying, trippy beats.”

With tech house you get the best of both worlds from techno and house: the sleek obsidian lines from the former and the more melodic tendencies of the latter.
