Record Time: <RETROWAVE.EXE>
- Christopher Roche
- Aug 23, 2024
- 2 min read

Howdy folks welcome back to another edition of Record Time! I hope everyone is feeling good. Ready to dive into some 80's vibes? If you’re a fan of synth-heavy beats, neon lights, and the nostalgic pulse of the '80s with a modern twist, then you’re in for a treat. This week’s playlist is all about capturing the essence of Retrowave—a genre that blends the electronic sounds of the past with the energy of the present.
Inspired by late-night drives, neon skylines, and the cinematic soundscapes of your favorite '80s movie soundtracks, this playlist will take you on a sonic journey back in time while keeping one foot firmly planted in the now. So buckle up and let’s hit the digital highway!
Tracklist:
01 Go - The Chemical Brothers
02 Shoemaker Levy 9 - Hierophants
03 Emerge - Fischerspooner
04 Obedear - Purity Ring
05 Slam (Angel Miners) - AWOLNATION
06 The Apartment - Foreign Air
07 Empire Ants (feat. Little Dragon) - Gorillaz, Little Dragon
08 Dangerous - Oliver Remix - Big Data, Joywave, Oliver
09 In Cold Blood - Baauer Remix - alt-J, Baauer
10 The Safety Dance - Men Without Hats
11 Telephone Operator - Pete Shelley
12 We’ve Got To Try - The Chemical Brothers
13 E-Pro - CapeLion V2 Remix - Beck
14 Mister Impossible - Phantogram
15 Renaissance - BUNT., VisionV
16 Long Way Down - Robert DeLong
17 On Melancholy Hill - Gorillaz
18 Algorithm - Muse
As always, thank you for tuning in. If you enjoyed the playlist, don’t forget to share it with your friends. Stay tuned for next week’s Record Time drop. Until then, happy listening!
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