time has come
time has come · kwasi kao
Kwasi Kao is more than a musician—he’s the architect of Blackstarvania, a world where music, fashion, and gothic allure collide. Blending eerie yet seductive sonics with darkwave, post-punk, and indie rock influences, Kwasi crafts hypnotic soundscapes that pull listeners into his universe. His aesthetic is equally captivating, embodying an enigmatic vampire persona that exudes effortless charm and danger.
With a growing cult following of over 960,000 across social platforms, Atlanta born Kwasi Kao isn’t just making music—he’s building a movement. His storytelling unfolds through haunting visuals, avant-garde fashion, and immersive experiences that leave fans entranced. From electrifying performances in New York, Los Angeles, Atlanta, and Orlando, Kwasi has brought his world to life on stage—kaodancing through the smoke and strobes, pulling crowds deeper into his hypnotic realm.
Welcome to Blackstarvania—where the night never ends.
kwasi kao has inspirations such as Siouxsie and the Banshees, The Cure, The Smiths, and more.
kwasi kao - creepin’ thru (lyric video)
kwasi kao - creepin’ thru (lyric video)
kaodance
kaodance · kwasi kao
will i love
will i love · kwasi kao
Silver Tears: "Waste of time"
Silver Tears: "Waste of time"
Silver Tears is the latest collaborative project between two icons of the Post-Punk scene: Luca, the enigmatic frontman of Curses, and Damian, known for his amazing project with Skelesys and performed both last year at Grauzone. Drawing inspiration from the melancholic and dreamy sounds of 90’s grunge and shoegaze, Silver Tears taps into a world of romantic darkness. With a highly anticipated LP set for release on Avant! Records in 2025, this new project is already generating a lot of buzz in the underground music world.
Grauzone Festival will mark Silver Tears’ debut live performance, making it an unmissable event for fans of goth, post-punk, and shoegaze. Luca and Damian have both played Grauzone last year, but this is the first time the two will join forces live, promising a unique and powerful experience. We are thrilled to host the premiere of Silver Tears, and you won’t want to miss this rare opportunity to witness their hauntingly beautiful sound live at Grauzone.
Piece of Mind
Piece of Mind · Marina Zispin
Marina Zispin is a duo made up of Bianca Scout and Martyn Reid – today marks the release of their new album by the ever on point Scenic Route who seem to be becoming synonymous with unearthing the most interesting acts in leftfield pop and alternative music. The album is titled ‘Now You See Me (Now You Don’t)’ and features a kaleidoscopic assortment of dreamy soundscapes, new wave, synthpop and beyond.
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Crying Vessel - Falling In Love With A Ghost (Official Video) [COLD TRANSMISSION MUSIC]
Crying Vessel - Falling In Love With A Ghost (Official Video) [COLD TRANSMISSION MUSIC]
With a sound as haunting and cryptic as the name suggests, Crying Vessel has been at the forefront of the goth and post-punk scene revival since 2011. The band consists of the Slade Templeton, who brings his evocative vocals, guitar, and synth skills to the fore, and the dynamically intense Basil Oberli, whose drums are the heartbeat of the group’s dark, rhythmic allure.
Crying Vessel’s music is a seamless fusion of past and present, paying homage to the aesthetic of the 80s and 90s while injecting a fresh, modern sensibility. As leading exponents in their genre, they’ve carved out a niche with their unique blend of darkwave, post-punk, gothic, and synth-pop influences, echoing the legacy of iconic acts of eras.
With six albums already under their belt and an eagerly anticipated dual-disc seventh album slated for release in 2025, Crying Vessel continues to build their impressive discography. Their prowess extends beyond original compositions, as they are also known for their compelling remixes and covers that reimagine the classics from bands such as The Cure or Depeche Mode.
Crying Vessel’s work has received critical acclaim and widespread recognition, leading to releases on notable labels including Manic Depression Records, Cleopatra Records, and Cold Transmission. Their passionate performances and authentic sound make them a captivating act for live shows, guaranteeing an experience that resonates with fans of the genre and beyond.
Crying Vessel has cultivated a devoted following by crafting a captivating universe through storytelling, blending visual and sonic elements to intricately connect each song and album, creating a cohesive world.
Night Caves - Journey into the Depths
Night Caves - Journey into the Depths - Jolanda Moletta
Vocal-based ambient music is a very particular niche, one that houses some of the genre’s greatest vibes and achievements. It takes outstanding courage and a steadfast dedication to this aesthetic choice to venture out into these waters, and only the finest voices who take the plunge will rise to the surface. Enter Jolanda Moletta, a multi-media artist and vocalist from Italy. Her journey towards the music that eventually became Night Caves, recorded in her native Italy after years spent living abroad, led Moletta to explore naturally resonant spaces within the regions of Piedmont and Liguria. Or, in other words, the titular caves. Sea caves, to be exact. And mountains.
‘The landscape I encountered was unlike anything I’d ever seen on our planet’s surface. It actually felt like being on another planet. It was as though I had entered a sacred and secret space, far from the anxieties and worries of our modern world. Some of these caves have taken millions of years to form. There hasn’t been much change in these spaces since our ancestors explored them thousands of years ago.‘
Trevor Something: "In the night"
Trevor Something: "In the night"
Clayton Bullard, better known by his stage name Trevor Something, is an American musician known for creating synthwave music. He creates both original music as well as remixed music through the sampling and mixing of music by other artists.
LPs
Synthetic Love (2014)
Death Dream (2015)
Soulless Computer Boy and The Eternal Render (2016)
Die With You (2017)
ULTRAPARANOIA (2018)
Bots Don't Cry (2019)
microwaves (2020)
Deep Wave Data Dark Web Daemons (2020)
Love Me and Leave Me (2021)
The Death Of (2022)
Archetypes (2024)
The Shadow (2025)
Astrophysics - oneironaut
Astrophysics - oneironaut
𝐌𝐢𝐤𝐮'𝐬 𝐁𝐢𝐳𝐚𝐫𝐫𝐞 𝐋𝐨𝐯𝐞 𝐓𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐥𝐞
𝐌𝐢𝐤𝐮'𝐬 𝐁𝐢𝐳𝐚𝐫𝐫𝐞 𝐋𝐨𝐯𝐞 𝐓𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐥𝐞
Ms. Hatsune Miku called me again, she wants to do some classic songs from now on. New Order released Bizarre Love Triangle on this day 39 years ago! This song changed my life.
New Order are an English rock band formed in Salford in 1980 by vocalist and guitarist Bernard Sumner, bassist Peter Hook, and drummer Stephen Morris. Their fusion of post-punk and electronic dance music made them one of the most acclaimed and influential bands of the 1980s. The band was formed after the disbandment of their previous band, Joy Division, following the suicide of lead singer Ian Curtis. Later that year, keyboardist Gillian Gilbert joined the band. They became the flagship band for the Manchester-based independent record label Factory Records and its nightclub, The Haçienda. They worked in a long-term collaboration with graphic designer Peter Saville who worked on their album covers.
Nightcall
Nightcall · Astrophysics The First Sound of The Future Past
Astrophysics
Miku's Instant Crush
Miku's Instant Crush Astrophysics
Lyrics of Instant Crush by Daft Punk, Julian Casablancas
verse
I didn′t want to be the one to forget
I thought of everything I'd never regret
A little time with you is all that I get
That′s all we need because it's all we can take
One thing I never see the same when your 'round
I don′t believe in him, his lips on the ground
I wanna take you to that place in the "Roche"
But no one gives us any time anymore
He asked me once if I′d look in on his dog
You made an offer for it, then you ran off
I got this picture of us, gets in my head
And all I hear is the last thing that you said
pre-chorus
"I listened to your problems
Now listen to mine"
I didn't want to anymore, oh oh oh
chorus
And we will never be alone again
′Cause it doesn't happen every day
Kinda counted on you being a friend
Can I give it up or give it away?
Now I thought about what I wanna say
But I never really know where to go
So I chained myself to a friend
′Cause I know it unlocks like a door
And we will never be alone again
'Cause it doesn′t happen every day
Kinda counted on you being a friend
Can I give it up or give it away?
Now I thought about what I wanna say
But I never really know where to go
So I chained myself to a friend
Some more again
verse
It didn't matter what they wanted to see
He thought he saw someone that looked just like me
That summer memory that just never dies
We worked too long and hard to give it no time
He sees right through me, it's so easy with lies
Cracks in the road that I would try and disguise
He runs his scissors at the seem in the wall
He cannot break it down or else he would fall
One thousand lonely stars hiding in the cold
Take it, I don′t wanna sing anymore
pre-chorus
"I listened to your problems
Now listen to mine"
I didn′t want to anymore, oh oh oh
chorus
And we will never be alone again
'Cause it doesn′t happen every day
Kinda counted on you being a friend
Can I give it up or give it away?
Now I thought about what I wanna say
But I never really know where to go
So I chained myself to a friend
'Cause I know it unlocks like a door
And we will never be alone again
′Cause it doesn't happen every day
Kinda counted on you being a friend
Can I give it up or give it away?
Now I thought about what I wanna say
But I never really know where to go
So I chained myself to a friend
′Cause I know it unlocks like a door
verse
I don't understand, don't get upset
I′m not with you
We′re swimming around
It's all I do, when I′m with you
chorus
And we will never be alone again
'Cause it doesn′t happen every day
Kinda counted on you being a friend
Can I give it up or give it away?
Now I thought about what I wanna say
But I never really know where to go
So I chained myself to a friend
'Cause I know it unlocks like a door
And we will never be alone again
′Cause it doesn't happen every day
Kinda counted on you being a friend
Can I give it up or give it away?
Now I thought about what I wanna say
But I never really know where to go
So I chained myself to a friend
'Cause I know it unlocks like a door
Writer(s): Thomas Bangalter, Guy-manuel De Homem Christo, Julian Casablancas
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Kael Alden - "In My Dreams"
Kael Alden - "In My Dreams"
Kael Alden - Where you belong
Kael Alden - Where you belong
Kael Alden - "How Can You Sit There?"
Kael Alden - "How Can You Sit There?"
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deftones - my mind is a mountain [official music video]
deftones - my mind is a mountain [official music video]
Deftones is an American alternative metal band formed in Sacramento, California, in 1988. They were formed by frontman Chino Moreno, lead guitarist Stephen Carpenter and drummer Abe Cunningham, with bassist Chi Cheng and keyboardist and turntablist Frank Delgado joining the lineup in 1990 and 1999, respectively. The band's experimental nature has led some critics to describe them as "the Radiohead of metal".
Ethel Cain - Janie (Lyrics)
Ethel Cain - Janie (Lyrics)
Hayden Silas Anhedönia (born March 24, 1998), known professionally as Ethel Cain, is an American singer-songwriter, record producer, and model. She became known for her ambient and southern gothic-style music and lyrics. She began releasing recordings under various aliases, before releasing multiple extended plays including Inbred (2021) which garnered various singles including "Crush".
Reflecting on her religious upbringing in a 2021 interview, Anhedönia said that she still considered herself a Southern Baptist: "Whether I like it or not, God always has and always will be a huge part of my life. Whether he's being used as a comforting figure or a threat, I've always been surrounded by it. It's not really something you can walk away from. And I'd rather just sit with it than be like 'Fuck the church!'"
Ethel Cain - Willoughby's Interlude (Official Visualizer)
Ethel Cain - Willoughby's Interlude (Official Visualizer)
In an interview for Rolling Stone in August 2023, she revealed that all of her family have since left the church, though she clarified they are still religious in some ways. She elaborated in a Tumblr post in 2022 that she does not consider herself a Christian, nor as someone who cares about religion. However, she "still abides by the values [she] was raised on", such as kindness, graciousness, and loving her neighbor.
Ninajirachi - iPod Touch (Official Video)
Ninajirachi - iPod Touch (Official Video)
Nina Wilson (born 10 August 1999), also known by her stage name Ninajirachi, is an Australian electronic DJ and producer. Wilson grew up in Kincumber on the Central Coast. She attended Gosford High School. Wilson taught herself electronic music production as a teenager, using FL Studio. Her stage name is a combination of her first name and Jirachi, her favourite Pokémon.
Ninajirachi - All I Am (Official Video)
Ninajirachi - All I Am (Official Video)
Sofia Kourtesis - 'Sisters' (Official Audio)
Sofia Kourtesis - 'Sisters' (Official Audio)
Sofia Kourtesis (born 18 August 1985) is a Peruvian DJ and producer based in Berlin, Germany. She was born in Magdalena, Lima, Peru. Kourtesis released her debut EP, This Is It, in 2014. Kourtesis released her self-titled second EP in 2019 and an EP of four songs in 2020 titled Sarita Colonia. This was followed by a five-song EP in 2021 called Fresia Magdalena.
Ariel Pink - Everyone's Wrong (Official Video)
Ariel Pink - Everyone's Wrong (Official Video)
Ariel Marcus Rosenberg born June 24, 1978), professionally known as Ariel Pink, is an American musician, singer, and songwriter whose work draws heavily from the popular music of the 1960s–1980s. His lo-fi aesthetic and home-recorded albums proved influential to many indie musicians starting in the late 2000s. He is frequently cited as the "godfather" of the hypnagogic pop and chillwave movements, and he is credited with galvanizing a larger trend involving the evocation of the media, sounds, and outmoded technologies of prior decades, as well as an equal appreciation between high and low art in independent music.
During a discussion of his religious views in 2012, Pink stated that he was always "reluctant to be religious, to fully embrace the tenets of Christianity or Judaism or whatever, but I also don't fully fall in with the science crew either". When asked if he celebrated Hanukkah, he explained that he did not, except when his parents invited him to do so. In a 2010 interview with Heeb Magazine, he remarked that people who boast of their Jewish pride are "fucking stupid". He explained: "I'm totally against all that. I think you're a man of the world. Worldly. We're all from the same DNA strand, you know. It's like potatoes are our brothers. So, so, so silly.
Alison Goldfrapp - Hey Hi Hello (Official Visualiser)
Alison Goldfrapp - Hey Hi Hello (Official Visualiser)
Alison Elizabeth Margaret Goldfrapp was born on the 13th May 1966, in Enfield, London, the youngest of six children. Her mother, Isabella Barge, was a nurse. Her father, Nicholas Goldfrapp, had been an army officer, and worked in advertising. Goldfrapp's surname is of German origin.
While Alison was growing up, her family moved frequently, eventually settling in Alton, Hampshire, where Alison attended the independent Alton Convent School. She sang in a choir at the school and has said that she loved being in a school with nuns. However, she was forced to leave at age 11 after failing the senior exam, and attended the local comprehensive school, Amery Hill School.
She moved into a squat in London aged 16, then lived in Belgium for a brief time. Four years later, she went to art school, where she started experimenting with music.
Strange Things Happen
Strange Things Happen · Alison Goldfrapp
Summer Sends The Rain (Ordinary Day Pt.2)
Summer Sends The Rain (Ordinary Day Pt.2) · Alison Goldfrapp Flux