# vaporwave (blogs) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 5 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover vaporwave. Page: Feed: --- ## [Best New Ambient: Lusine](https://www.zensounds.de/p/best-new-ambient-lusine) _2026-08-21 · Stephan Kunze · zensounds 禅の音_ Melting Days is the perfect soundtrack for a slow late summer ## [Enofa - Small Modernist House in Woodland Setting](https://www.onthefringesofsound.com/2026/08/enofa-small-modernist-house-in-woodland.html) _2026-08-21 · Fringes of Sound · Fringes of Sound_ Released: August 14 The most succinct and accurate way to describe the latest album from Enofa is contrasting. Throughout its more than 80 minute runtime, everything feels like a contrast; a sitar among the sounds of the English countryside, a hammer striking processed wood as ghostly vocalizations emanate from amplified environmental noises, gently plucked strings over a ramshackle assortment of… ## [goral dreens - pink stain](https://www.onthefringesofsound.com/2026/08/goral-dreens-pink-stain.html) _2026-08-19 · Fringes of Sound · Fringes of Sound_ Released: July 30 Pink Stain , the latest short album from goral dreens, is ostensibly a lurid experiment to see what happens when shoegaze meets harsh noise. And to that end, it explores this combination quite well. But it comes out to be a bit more than that, especially in some of the later tracks. But to open up, we start with “Home song,” a noisy track that features a lot of cymbal work. This… ## [AOTW #16: II by AUDIO ENGINEERING](https://vaporloot.com/aotw-16-ii-by-audio-engineering/) _2026-08-19 · B O R T media · VAPORLOOT_ This week AOTW : II There is nothing quite like the thrill of stumbling upon incredible new talent, and watching them earn well-deserved recognition early in their journey. With just two releases under their belt, AUDIO ENGINEERING is already turning heads in the scene, and after spending some quality time with their latest project, II, \[…\] The post AOTW #16: II by AUDIO ENGINEERING appeared first… ## [Zui - Zerbricht Fels](https://www.onthefringesofsound.com/2026/08/zui-zerbricht-fels.html) _2026-08-18 · Fringes of Sound · Fringes of Sound_ Released: August 6 German electronic duo Hui’s latest album is a sublime and disorienting adventure for a few reasons. First, the composition of each track is so hoghly variable that it feels as though none of the tracks are at all the same. There’s a rather metallic air about it all, even with the more organic sounding bits sprinkled in. The tracks breathe in an unnatural way as one sound will… ## [Zui - Zerbricht Fels](https://www.onthefringesofsound.com/2026/08/zui-zerbricht-fels.html) _2026-08-18 · Fringes of Sound · Fringes of Sound_ Released: August 6 German electronic duo Hui’s latest album is a sublime and disorienting adventure for a few reasons. First, the composition of each track is so hoghly variable that it feels as though none of the tracks are at all the same. There’s a rather metallic air about it all, even with the more organic sounding bits sprinkled in. The tracks breathe in an unnatural way as one sound will… ## [I'm Done With Traveling](https://www.zensounds.de/p/im-done-with-traveling) _2026-08-18 · Stephan Kunze · zensounds 禅の音_ And it's not just about my carbon footprint ## [Halberd - Depths of the Lich Lord](https://www.onthefringesofsound.com/2026/08/halberd-depths-of-lich-lord.html) _2026-08-18 · Fringes of Sound · Fringes of Sound_ Released: August 11 Returning with his first release under the Halberd moniker, composer Georgie Franco brings us an impressive and expansive new album of chiptune dungeon synth fun and adventure. It’s so well executed that I felt as though I had just played any one of my old school RPG favorites - Lufia, Breath of Fire, maybe even a bit of Zelda - again. The album has an amazing flow to it,… ## [Slushwave 2026’s Mini-Sets Unveiled](https://vaporloot.com/slushwave-2026s-mini-sets-unveiled/) _2026-08-17 · Lost Colossus · VAPORLOOT_ The wait is finally over we now know which four artists will be taking the stage (virtually) for the highly anticipated mini-sets during Saturday’s Main Event at Slushwave 2026 ! For those who’ve been counting down the days, this is the moment we’ve all been waiting for. Vaporloot is thrilled to bring you a small \[…\] The post Slushwave 2026’s Mini-Sets Unveiled appeared first on VAPORLOOT . ## [Style Wars over Stockhausen: In Memory of Sensational (1974-2026)](https://www.zensounds.de/p/style-wars-over-stockhausen-in-memory) _2026-08-15 · Stephan Kunze · zensounds 禅の音_ Remembering the boundary-breaking hip-hop artist and illbient pioneer ## [Retro Grid Dungeon Crawler (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/v0oGf1uji8oH) _2026-08-15 · **Sponsored**_ Retro grid movement with first-person combat, loot and skill-tree progression. ## [Vapor Talks #40: you still feel them out there, don't you](https://www.zensounds.de/p/vapor-talks-40-you-still-feel-them) _2026-08-14 · zensounds 禅の音_ Your favorite slushwave producer’s favorite slushwave producer ## [AOTW #15: With You by Notorious Secret](https://vaporloot.com/aotw-15-with-you-by-notorious-secret/) _2026-08-13 · Pool Plants · VAPORLOOT_ This week AOTW : With You It’s that time of the summer when it’s getting hot, sticky, even steamy if you’re lucky, and Notorious Secret dropped the perfect soundtrack for the moment. Filled with sultry cuts of Kizomba, originating from Angola, this album offers a different perspective on the late night lofi sound. Grab your \[…\] The post AOTW #15: With You by Notorious Secret appeared first on… ## [Chris Irregardless - Worn Down To The Rope](https://www.onthefringesofsound.com/2026/08/chris-irregardless-worn-down-to-rope.html) _2026-08-12 · Fringes of Sound · Fringes of Sound_ Released: July 31 As a purveyor of strange sounds, I was a little surprised by the latest release from Florida-based Chris Irregardless. His album previous to this was a rather noisy and intense album in terms of dynamics and arrangement. Conversely, Worn Down To The Rope is far more subdued and slow in many parts, though there is still a fair amount of organized cacophony to be heard throughout.… ## [Jesse Force - Like Waves Crashing](https://www.onthefringesofsound.com/2026/08/jesse-force-like-waves-crashing.html) _2026-08-12 · Fringes of Sound · Fringes of Sound_ Released: July 30 For his first proper album of 2026 and the first in some years before that, experimental composer Jesse Force returns with the four track Like Waves Crashing . Now, the title gives some indication of the theme, but isn’t quite to be taken literally. What we actually get here is more like the aesthetic of waves portrayed by an exam done selection of collaged sounds. The opening… ## [Dungeon curation #19 : ishiiburidai](https://vaporloot.com/dungeon-curation-19-ishiiburidai-%e9%9f%b3%e6%a5%bd%e6%bc%94%e5%a5%8f/) _2026-08-11 · Lost Colossus · VAPORLOOT_ There are artists who experience rapid growth in our scene, and one that comes to mind is ishiiburidai. I first experienced his work during the URL Beats for a Broken World, when he did the visuals for Mabisyo. And ever since, I keep seeing his work everywhere. He’s naturally established himself as a prominent figure \[…\] The post Dungeon curation #19 : ishiiburidai appeared first on VAPORLOOT . ## [Best New Ambient (July/August 2026)](https://www.zensounds.de/p/best-new-ambient-julyaugust-2026) _2026-08-11 · Stephan Kunze · zensounds 禅の音_ These records will take you places ## [NorthSouthSea - VISUALSNOW](https://www.onthefringesofsound.com/2026/08/northsouthsea-visualsnow.html) _2026-08-11 · Fringes of Sound · Fringes of Sound_ Released: July 16 Throughout this first EP of 2026 from St. Louis-based NorthSouthSea, there’s a certain pattern that seems to emerge. Each track, save for a couple, begins with a single pad like element that slowly expands and drifts about the soundspace, setting a foggy atmosphere. Once it has established itself, fully enveloping the space and setting an atmosphere, another element comes along… ## [NorthSouthSea - VISUALSNOW](https://www.onthefringesofsound.com/2026/08/northsouthsea-visualsnow.html) _2026-08-11 · Fringes of Sound · Fringes of Sound_ Released: July 16 Throughout this first EP of 2026 from St. Louis-based NorthSouthSea, there’s a certain pattern that seems to emerge. Each track, save for a couple, begins with a single pad like element that slowly expands and drifts about the soundspace, setting a foggy atmosphere. Once it has established itself, fully enveloping the space and setting an atmosphere, another element comes along… ## [Vapor Talks #39: Hydroplaned Into a False Reality!](https://www.zensounds.de/p/vapor-talks-39-hydroplaned-into-a) _2026-08-08 · zensounds 禅の音_ The Gen Z producer about the allure of Nintendo Wii soundtracks and Frutiger Aero-inspired vaporwave ## [Sandy Winiferová - Knitwear](https://www.onthefringesofsound.com/2026/08/sandy-winiferova-knitwear.html) _2026-08-07 · Fringes of Sound · Fringes of Sound_ Released: July 28 Marking her first release on Molt Fluid, Sandy Winiferová brings us an understated and peculiar album. Knitwear is a work that is difficult to place and feels a bit like something in passing. First, there’s a variety of sonic fragments that litter virtually every track. The first two, “Forgetful Places” and “Leaving Early,” are minute little pieces that feature soft piano keys… ## [Install Manifest V3 Extension (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/uMuHKbRLFETb) _2026-08-07 · **Sponsored**_ Get this Manifest V3 extension from the official TronBrowser Store listing. ## [Sandy Winiferová - Knitwear](https://www.onthefringesofsound.com/2026/08/sandy-winiferova-knitwear.html) _2026-08-07 · Fringes of Sound · Fringes of Sound_ Released: July 28 Marking her first release on Molt Fluid, Sandy Winiferová brings us an understated and peculiar album. Knitwear is a work that is difficult to place and feels a bit like something in passing. First, there’s a variety of sonic fragments that litter virtually every track. The first two, “Forgetful Places” and “Leaving Early,” are minute little pieces that feature soft piano keys… ## [AOTW #14: Shorts! Vol. 1 by Toys From Taiwan](https://vaporloot.com/aotw-14-shorts-vol-1-by-toys-from-taiwan/) _2026-08-06 · Pool Plants · VAPORLOOT_ This week AOTW : Shorts! Vol. 1 Toys From Taiwan has been a favorite of mine for more than a year now. His cheerful one-man jams using live sample loopers and sound fonts are matched on screen with computer animated backgrounds and the occasional outfit. But if you’ve ever wanted to enjoy the music with \[…\] The post AOTW #14: Shorts! Vol. 1 by Toys From Taiwan appeared first on VAPORLOOT . ## [Everyday Dust - The Relic Room](https://www.onthefringesofsound.com/2026/08/everyday-dust-relic-room.html) _2026-08-04 · Fringes of Sound · Fringes of Sound_ Released: July 19 Everyday Dust’s latest release has the appearance of an album but actually is more than that. The Relic Room is the beginning of an archive of sorts, initially starting off with ten tracks that were recorded sometime between the late 90s and the present day. Much of these are those pieces an artist would come up with as an exercise or maybe a few things that didn’t quite fit on… ## [The Weird World of My YouTube Algorithm](https://www.zensounds.de/p/the-weird-world-of-my-youtube-algorithm) _2026-08-04 · Stephan Kunze · zensounds 禅の音_ Singing coaches, DIY influencers, tiny house tours and reckless comedy from Down Under ## [David Boothby - We Pretend We Are Birds](https://www.onthefringesofsound.com/2026/08/david-boothby-we-pretend-we-are-birds.html) _2026-08-03 · Fringes of Sound · Fringes of Sound_ Released: July 17 Marking his first solo EP, Welsh composer David Boothby dedicates his initial offering to his three daughters - Cadence, Bell, and Eva. The result is three quite heartfelt compositions that are intended to be heard as one continuous experience, with the final track being a continuous mix of the EP. The album has an excellent flow to it altogether, blending seamlessly and… ## [The 10 Best Chillwave Albums](https://www.zensounds.de/p/the-10-best-chillwave-albums) _2026-08-01 · Stephan Kunze · zensounds 禅の音_ Revisiting the psychedelic bedroom pop of the late aughts ## [Ryan Huber - Witching Hour](https://www.onthefringesofsound.com/2026/07/ryan-huber-witching-hour.html) _2026-07-31 · Fringes of Sound · Fringes of Sound_ Released: July 20 Ryan Huber (aka RL Huber) has a rather long discography of cinematic ambient music. So I was a bit pleasantly surprised when I received this EP and heard some rather extensive percussion. Compared to previous works “Witching Hour” is intensely rhythmic while still maintaining that hypnotic feeling present in his more cinematic stuff. What’s more interesting is how much of a… ## [Slushwave 2026 & Zer0 Rei : Building Belgium’s Most Unique Festival](https://vaporloot.com/slushwave-2026-zer0-rei-building-belgiums-most-unique-festival/) _2026-07-31 · Lost Colossus · VAPORLOOT_ After several years of exploring the Slushwave scene online, I had the opportunity to be invited as a performing artist on the second day of Slushwave 2025. It was an amazing weekend, filled with great music, interesting meetings, and a lot of kindness from everyone involved. That experience left a lasting mark on me, and \[…\] The post Slushwave 2026 & Zer0 Rei : Building Belgium’s Most Unique… ## [AOTW #13: Doll on Earth by Nakunatta98](https://vaporloot.com/aotw-13-doll-on-earth-by-nakunatta98/) _2026-07-30 · Pool Plants · VAPORLOOT_ This week AOTW : Doll on Earth There has been a burst of energy lately from Brazilian artist Nakunatta98, with a couple short EPs and a longer album coming shortly before last week’s Doll on Earth. This release caught my attention with its classic vapor vibes applied to a variety of quite receptive samples. I \[…\] The post AOTW #13: Doll on Earth by Nakunatta98 appeared first on VAPORLOOT . ## [Vapor Talks #38: Eyeliner](https://www.zensounds.de/p/vapor-talks-38-eyeliner) _2026-07-29 · zensounds 禅の音_ The Kiwi vaporwave legend, MIDI enthusiast and digital fantasist in conversation ## [From any door to your door (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/acOcbYZaOCZB) _2026-07-29 · **Sponsored**_ Book rides, errands, deliveries, groceries and home help in one app ## [Vapor Talks #37: Copywrong/CANAL+](https://www.zensounds.de/p/vapor-talks-37-copywrongcanal) _2026-07-24 · zensounds 禅の音_ The Arizona-based producer creates atmospheric signalwave with a new wave aesthetic ## [Vapor Talks #36: 식료품groceries](https://www.zensounds.de/p/vapor-talks-36-groceries) _2026-07-21 · zensounds 禅の音_ Yes! We're Open – An in-depth conversation with Jordan Bortner ## [signalcon 2026: An Interview With 直子coed](https://vaporloot.com/signalcon-2026-an-interview-with-%e7%9b%b4%e5%ad%90coed/) _2026-07-16 · Pool Plants · VAPORLOOT_ Signalcon 2026 took place over this last weekend and pretty much everyone agrees it was a huge success. Having watched and thoroughly enjoyed almost all of the packed 3 days myself, I couldn’t stop thinking about it over the past couple days. This was my second signalcon and I’ve gotten especially involved with the scene \[…\] The post signalcon 2026: An Interview With 直子coed appeared first on… ## [AOTW #12: Moose Factory Ont. Conditions Q2 2026 by n u s p e a k](https://vaporloot.com/aotw-12-moose-factory-ont-conditions-q2-2026-by-n-u-s-p-e-a-k/) _2026-07-09 · Pool Plants · VAPORLOOT_ This week AOTW : Moose Factory Ont. Conditions Q2 2026 The “weather channel music” album has been a staple of vaporwave for a while, but we’ve all heard plenty of smooth jazz right? This release by n u s p e a k, an alias of YANKEES SUCK, brings an entirely new angle by translating \[…\] The post AOTW #12: Moose Factory Ont. Conditions Q2 2026 by n u s p e a k appeared first on VAPORLOOT . ## [signalcon 2026: The Ultimate Online Gathering for Signalwave Fans](https://vaporloot.com/signalcon-2026-the-ultimate-online-gathering-for-signalwave-fans/) _2026-07-06 · Lost Colossus · VAPORLOOT_ For nearly four years, a certain 直子coed (Naoko coed) has been the master of ceremonies for an annual event widely regarded as the premier gathering for signalwave enthusiasts and she is, without question, the unofficial queen of the scene. This year, the second weekend of July has been chosen to host the most unconventional online \[…\] The post signalcon 2026: The Ultimate Online Gathering for…