Step into the neon-lit labyrinth of Espen Kraft’s studio, where sound becomes architecture and every note is a shard of dystopian light. In this immersive glimpse behind the scenes, Espen invites us to witness the alchemy of crafting a cyberpunk industrial synth track—where analog legends and human breath entwine. Here, rhythm pulses like a city’s restless heart, and textures drift between the mechanical and the spectral. For those who crave music that feels like rain on chrome and echoes in abandoned corridors, this is a journey worth taking.

Roland Jupiter-8, Roland TR-808

17. February 2026

Underdog Electronic Music School

Underdog Electronic Music School: From Silence to Sonic Cosmos – Crafting Techno with Sinewaves and Feedback

LUMINA

In the hands of Underdog Electronic Music School, silence is not emptiness but a canvas for cosmic birth. This video is a meditation on the alchemy of sound, where a single sinewave—barely more than a whisper—swells into a universe of shifting drones and pulsing textures. Through feedback, subtle modulation, and the embrace of minimalism, we witness the transformation of nothingness into a living, breathing techno landscape. Underdog’s poetic, educational style invites us to listen not just with our ears, but with our whole sense of presence. For those who seek the beauty in restraint, this is a masterclass in making … Read more

ROAR, Slink Filter

16. February 2026

The Unperson

West Coast Mayhem: The Unperson’s Eurorack Goes Full Buchla

SPARKY

Ever wondered if Eurorack can pull off a proper West Coast wig-out? The Unperson dives headfirst into the world of wavefolders, low pass gates, and function generators—leaving the filter-huggers behind. With a rack built from scratch and a pile of Make Noise modules, this video is a rave bunker crash course in Buchla-inspired chaos. Expect modulation madness, complex oscillators doing the sonic limbo, and a final jam that’ll make your East Coast kit weep. If you like your synthesis weird, wobbly, and wild, this is your ticket to the leftfield.

ALM Busy Circuits MFX, ALM Pamela’s Pro Workout, Doepfer A-182, Glasgow Synth Guild Octone, Instro & DivKid Oct, Make Noise DPO, Make Noise LXD, Make Noise Maths, Make Noise Mod Demix, Tango Quartet

16. February 2026

TAETRO

TAETRO’s Streetwise Hack: Ableton Note + Synido TempoKey W25 vs. Ableton Move

RILEY

If you’ve been eyeing the Ableton Move but your wallet’s screaming for mercy, TAETRO’s got a back-alley trick that’ll have you cooking up beats for the price of a cheap lunch. In this video, he flips the script by pairing the Ableton Note app with the Synido TempoKey W25 MIDI controller, showing how you can snag most of the Move’s magic without selling your sneaker collection. Expect a workflow that’s slick, tactile, and way more affordable than dropping cash on the latest hardware. TAETRO’s signature blend of hands-on demos and no-nonsense advice makes this a must-watch for anyone hustling to … Read more

Ableton Move, Ableton Note, Synido TempoKey W25

16. February 2026

Voltage Labs

Voltage Labs Illuminates Sweden’s Hypnotic Sonic Tapestry

LUMINA

Beneath Sweden’s polished pop veneer, Voltage Labs guides us into a world where sound is sculpted from restraint, intention, and the magnetic pull of the underground. This video is not just a history lesson—it’s a journey through fog-laced dancefloors, vinyl sanctuaries, and sonic portals shaped by visionaries like Adam Beyer, Cari Lekebusch, and the enigmatic architects of Northern Electronics. Here, minimalism is not absence, but a charged presence—a canvas for hypnotic counter-movements and immersive atmospheres. Prepare to drift through the shifting nebulae of Swedish techno, where each generation reinvents the rules and the ghosts of groove linger in every pulse.

15. February 2026

sunwarper

Sunwarper vs. Roland P-6: Hacking the Chop Game

SPARKY

Sunwarper dives headfirst into the Roland P-6’s infamous auto-chop limitation and comes out swinging with a workaround that’s pure groovebox street smarts. If you’ve ever wanted to wrestle more control from your P-6’s sample slicing, this video is your new cheat code. Expect quick-fire tips, a bit of clunkiness, and some proper hands-on beat surgery. Sunwarper’s LA-drenched, no-fluff style keeps things moving, and by the end, you’ll be itching to try parameter locks yourself. Don’t expect a bedtime story—this is more like a rave in a toolbox.

15. February 2026

Sanjay C

Sanjay C Drops the Sweetest Freebies: Plugins, Synths, and Sonic Mayhem

SPARKY

Sanjay C is back with a news blast that’s hotter than a toaster-fight in a rave bunker. This week, he’s slinging a fresh batch of plugins, synths, and deals that’ll make your wallet sweat and your DAW beg for mercy. From saturating EQs to modular multi-effects and a reverb that turns your tracks into cosmic soup, it’s all here—plus a buyer’s guide for the gear-obsessed. If you like your music news fast, punchy, and loaded with actual value, Sanjay C’s got you covered. Dive in, but don’t blame us if you end up with a plugin habit.

15. February 2026

Scott’s Synth Stuff

Scott’s Synth Stuff Throws Down: The New Bee SK17 – Budget FX Pedal or Secret Synth Weapon?

SPARKY

Ever wondered if a $55 pedal could turn your dry mono synth into a rave bunker beast? Scott’s Synth Stuff dives headfirst into the New Bee SK17, a pint-sized multi-effects pedal that claims to do it all—modulation, delays, reverbs, amp sims, and even USB audio. Scott’s no-nonsense style means you get the real dirt: what slaps, what flops, and whether this box is just for guitarists or a legit synth sidekick. If you’re tired of plastic promises and want to know if cheap gear can punch above its weight, this one’s for you. Spoiler: the SH-101 gets a serious glow-up.