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New to The Virtual Ocean? Here's a bit more about our show:Vaporwave is an art aesthetic that embodies the anxiety, disillusionment, and nihilism of the modern world.In music form, vaporwave dives deep into these unconscious anxieties, manifesting sounds from past decades - warping them, manipulating them, and summoning the ghost of the good times that were promised by modern capitalism, but never came.Vaporwave is an expression of the pains of the collective modern unconscious, taking the form of heroin-level escapism, ecstasy-inducing pop music, or dystopian ambient worlds.Because of its internet-based nature, its aesthetics have evolved so rapidly, further reflecting the chaotic subconscious of the modern mind.Vaporwave captures the modern unconscious of humans raised by the internet succinctly and understanding this art form matters.In each episode, we listen to tracks that make up the genre and give our thoughts, analysis, emotions, and commentary on them. Consider donating to us! $thevirtualocean on CashApp will get you your name and any message you want read at the end of the show, starting episode 63. Let's set sail on the Virtual Ocean.

Happy Halloween! This year Brandon and I take in the Halloween vibes with a strong classical vaporwave record by EPX90.Hallowave is a 2019 halloween vaporwave album that brings together all the spooky tropes of halloween and turns it into a plunderphonic-heavy vaporwave LP. The record plays like an unlabeled broken casette tape you may have found amongst the brown autumn leaves.Let's set sail for EPX90's Hallowave.New to The Virtual Ocean? Here's a bit more about our show:Vaporwave is an art aesthetic that embodies the anxiety, disillusionment, and nihilism of the modern world.In music form, vaporwave dives deep into these unconscious anxieties, manifesting sounds from past decades - warping them, manipulating them, and summoning the ghost of the good times that were promised by modern capitalism, but never came.Vaporwave is an expression of the pains of the collective modern unconscious, taking the form of heroin-level escapism, ecstasy-inducing pop music, or dystopian ambient worlds.Because of its internet-based nature, its aesthetics have evolved so rapidly, further reflecting the chaotic subconscious of the modern mind.Vaporwave captures the modern unconscious of humans raised by the internet succinctly and understanding this art form matters.In each episode, we listen to tracks that make up the genre and give our thoughts, analysis, emotions, and commentary on them. Consider donating to us! $thevirtualocean on CashApp will get you your name and any message you want read at the end of the show, starting episode 63. Let's set sail on the Virtual Ocean.

Fantasy. Temptation. Escape. Dreams are an unknown ancient realm that we move to and from every single day.Soft Replica's debut album "Only Ever In Dreams" is a synthesis of many styles: the hypnagogia of vaporwave, the everlasting echoes of dream-pop, and the blurred sonic blanket of shoegaze. Their sounds will envelope you in a warm electronic embrace, and we're excited to share that embrace with you.Let's set sail for Soft Replica's Only Ever In Dreams.New to The Virtual Ocean? Here's a bit more about our show:Vaporwave is an art aesthetic that embodies the anxiety, disillusionment, and nihilism of the modern world.In music form, vaporwave dives deep into these unconscious anxieties, manifesting sounds from past decades - warping them, manipulating them, and summoning the ghost of the good times that were promised by modern capitalism, but never came.Vaporwave is an expression of the pains of the collective modern unconscious, taking the form of heroin-level escapism, ecstasy-inducing pop music, or dystopian ambient worlds.Because of its internet-based nature, its aesthetics have evolved so rapidly, further reflecting the chaotic subconscious of the modern mind.Vaporwave captures the modern unconscious of humans raised by the internet succinctly and understanding this art form matters.In each episode, we listen to tracks that make up the genre and give our thoughts, analysis, emotions, and commentary on them. Consider donating to us! $thevirtualocean on CashApp will get you your name and any message you want read at the end of the show, starting episode 63. Let's set sail on the Virtual Ocean.

Let's start off by saying this album is a masterpiece. Death's Dynamic Shroud is a vaporwave trio made of Keith Rankin (aka Giant Claw), James Webster (HCMJ), and Tech Honors. However, this album is a solo album by Keith Rankin under the Death's Dynamic Shroud project."Transcendence Bot" is a masterful display of Keith's high-volume, intentional sampling style. The project concept evokes a range of experiences from post-humanist, to Dante's Inferno-esque angel aesthetic, to ethereal; all blending together in a fusion topped by samples of Christina Perry and Katy Perry.I don't think words can do it justice. You'll just have to listen along with us.Let's set sail for Death's Dynamic Shroud's Transcendence Bot. New to The Virtual Ocean? Here's a bit more about our show:Vaporwave is an art aesthetic that embodies the anxiety, disillusionment, and nihilism of the modern world.In music form, vaporwave dives deep into these unconscious anxieties, manifesting sounds from past decades - warping them, manipulating them, and summoning the ghost of the good times that were promised by modern capitalism, but never came.Vaporwave is an expression of the pains of the collective modern unconscious, taking the form of heroin-level escapism, ecstasy-inducing pop music, or dystopian ambient worlds.Because of its internet-based nature, its aesthetics have evolved so rapidly, further reflecting the chaotic subconscious of the modern mind.Vaporwave captures the modern unconscious of humans raised by the internet succinctly and understanding this art form matters.In each episode, we listen to tracks that make up the genre and give our thoughts, analysis, emotions, and commentary on them. Consider donating to us! $thevirtualocean on CashApp will get you your name and any message you want read at the end of the show, starting episode 63. Let's set sail on the Virtual Ocean.

Kawaii-desu!On this episode of The Virtual Ocean, we sail to the world of Mikazuki Bigwave's EP collection titled "She Is a Magical Girl". The collection of tracks is our first introduction to their music and reflects the fantasy and perfection of, well, an anime magic girl. It's a sound as pink and sweet as bubble gum, and even pulls us to muse upon this magical girl for a minute.You'll just have to listen along to see what we mean. Let's set sail for "She is a Magical Girl" by ミカヅキBIGWAVE. New to The Virtual Ocean? Here's a bit more about our show:Vaporwave is an art aesthetic that embodies the anxiety, disillusionment, and nihilism of the modern world.In music form, vaporwave dives deep into these unconscious anxieties, manifesting sounds from past decades - warping them, manipulating them, and summoning the ghost of the good times that were promised by modern capitalism, but never came.Vaporwave is an expression of the pains of the collective modern unconscious, taking the form of heroin-level escapism, ecstasy-inducing pop music, or dystopian ambient worlds.Because of its internet-based nature, its aesthetics have evolved so rapidly, further reflecting the chaotic subconscious of the modern mind.Vaporwave captures the modern unconscious of humans raised by the internet succinctly and understanding this art form matters.In each episode, we listen to tracks that make up the genre and give our thoughts, analysis, emotions, and commentary on them. Consider donating to us! $thevirtualocean on CashApp will get you your name and any message you want read at the end of the show, starting episode 63. Let's set sail on the Virtual Ocean.

Lust is a sin that feigns its reward. In today's episode, we explore our first Macroblank album with their latest release "Dungeon of Lust." The album makes use pairing unlikely hard hitting  samples from what appears to be medieval times and Hindustani music. The album is a subconscious foray exploring the emotions, psychology, and excitement of committing the one deadly, but exciting, sin.Let's sail for Macorblank's Dungeon of Lust.  New to The Virtual Ocean? Here's a bit more about our show:Vaporwave is an art aesthetic that embodies the anxiety, disillusionment, and nihilism of the modern world.In music form, vaporwave dives deep into these unconscious anxieties, manifesting sounds from past decades - warping them, manipulating them, and summoning the ghost of the good times that were promised by modern capitalism, but never came.Vaporwave is an expression of the pains of the collective modern unconscious, taking the form of heroin-level escapism, ecstasy-inducing pop music, or dystopian ambient worlds.Because of its internet-based nature, its aesthetics have evolved so rapidly, further reflecting the chaotic subconscious of the modern mind.Vaporwave captures the modern unconscious of humans raised by the internet succinctly and understanding this art form matters.In each episode, we listen to tracks that make up the genre and give our thoughts, analysis, emotions, and commentary on them. Consider donating to us! $thevirtualocean on CashApp will get you your name and any message you want read at the end of the show, starting episode 63. Let's set sail on the Virtual Ocean.

Every now and then, we enjoy going back to "old" vaporwave albums to live in ambiance of that time.Space Magic is a vaporwave artist from the golden era of vaporwave (in our opinion, 2011-2015). His album 98 'Waves is a collection of nostalgic spaces from various locales, both physical and digital, fashioning a nostalgia that can only be as focused and immersive as it is in the vaporwave space.This album brought some very specific vivid memories, and we enjoyed how it lulled us into them. We hope it does for you too.Let's set sail for SPACE MAGIC's 98 'Waves.New to The Virtual Ocean? Here's a bit more about our show:Vaporwave is an art aesthetic that embodies the anxiety, disillusionment, and nihilism of the modern world.In music form, vaporwave dives deep into these unconscious anxieties, manifesting sounds from past decades - warping them, manipulating them, and summoning the ghost of the good times that were promised by modern capitalism, but never came.Vaporwave is an expression of the pains of the collective modern unconscious, taking the form of heroin-level escapism, ecstasy-inducing pop music, or dystopian ambient worlds.Because of its internet-based nature, its aesthetics have evolved so rapidly, further reflecting the chaotic subconscious of the modern mind.Vaporwave captures the modern unconscious of humans raised by the internet succinctly and understanding this art form matters.In each episode, we listen to tracks that make up the genre and give our thoughts, analysis, emotions, and commentary on them. Consider donating to us! $thevirtualocean on CashApp will get you your name and any message you want read at the end of the show, starting episode 63. Let's set sail on the Virtual Ocean.

Color Theory is a synthwave artist from Huntington Beach California with quite a discography to his name. His 12th LP, Mages, is an album that homages to the escapism of DnD, but also to the hardships, victories, and joys of life itself. It is a lyrically strong, honest, and tightly arranged 10 tracks that uses the nostalgic sounds of synthwave to express some very sincere sentiments.  Let's set sail for Color Theory's Mages.New to The Virtual Ocean? Here's a bit more about our show:Vaporwave is an art aesthetic that embodies the anxiety, disillusionment, and nihilism of the modern world.In music form, vaporwave dives deep into these unconscious anxieties, manifesting sounds from past decades - warping them, manipulating them, and summoning the ghost of the good times that were promised by modern capitalism, but never came.Vaporwave is an expression of the pains of the collective modern unconscious, taking the form of heroin-level escapism, ecstasy-inducing pop music, or dystopian ambient worlds.Because of its internet-based nature, its aesthetics have evolved so rapidly, further reflecting the chaotic subconscious of the modern mind.Vaporwave captures the modern unconscious of humans raised by the internet succinctly and understanding this art form matters.In each episode, we listen to tracks that make up the genre and give our thoughts, analysis, emotions, and commentary on them. Consider donating to us! $thevirtualocean on CashApp will get you your name and any message you want read at the end of the show, starting episode 63. Let's set sail on the Virtual Ocean.

Happy Holidays everyone :)As we go into our indefinite hiatus of 2022, we reflect on the amazing year we had creatively with both the podcast and things outside of it (that we hope you'll be able to experience soon!)To follow the short film that Brandon and I produced, check out @avelino.film on Instagram.In this episode, we recap our time at a live Pacific Plaza Records show in Oakland, our appreciation for our community (if you DM'd us recently, you got a shoutout), our thoughts on Vaporwave now that we are "seasoned" listeners, and our thoughts on expanding the show into other subgenres.For the holidays, we wanted to give you something to make you feel little more at home, and this was a nice conversation to close off a beautiful holiday season for us.Thank you for listening to The Virtual Ocean. We'll see you in 2022! 

When the internet came to the world, the world became much smaller. The power to gain information through technology gave many optimism for the future. If you were in elementary school school in the late 90s and the early 2000s, chances are you've experienced learning through software. Pangeapedia Plus by Daniel White takes the sound of what appears to be 90s educational software and takes us back to the optimism that pervaded the earlier parts of the information age. While we don't reminisce romantically on computer class as young elementary students in the American school system, this album takes those memories and sonically presents it to us as something sweet, curious, and truthfully: it was a true time of innocence.Let's set sail for Daniel White's Pangeapedia Plus.   

Silkersoft is a Berlin-based who is the sound designer and composer for Crows Crows Crows, an indie video-game studio that released the 2011 cult hit "The Stanley Parable", as well as many others.1000 Eyes is an album that takes us, track to track, through a beautiful, terrifying, and lulling journey. Silkersoft's talent for composing both background and foreground sounds shine in this record, taking us to 12 unique scenes that transition as seamlessly abrupt as the way things transition in your dreams.You'll just have to listen to see what we mean. Let's set sail for silkeroft's 1000 eyes.*********silkersoft.bandcamp.comtwitter.com/silkersoftinstagram.com/silkersoft*********Video:youtube.com/watch?v=ROzV11JRym4New to The Virtual Ocean? Here's a bit more about our show:Vaporwave is an art aesthetic that embodies the anxiety, disillusionment, and nihilism of the modern world.In music form, vaporwave dives deep into these unconscious anxieties, manifesting sounds from past decades - warping them, manipulating them, and summoning the ghost of the good times that were promised by modern capitalism, but never came.Vaporwave is an expression of the pains of the collective modern unconscious, taking the form of heroin-level escapism, ecstasy-inducing pop music, or dystopian ambient worlds.Because of its internet-based nature, its aesthetics have evolved so rapidly, further reflecting the chaotic subconscious of the modern mind.Vaporwave captures the modern unconscious of humans raised by the internet succinctly and understanding this art form matters.In each episode, we listen to tracks that make up the genre and give our thoughts, analysis, emotions, and commentary on them. Consider donating to us! $thevirtualocean on CashApp will get you your name and any message you want read at the end of the show, starting episode 63. Let's set sail on the Virtual Ocean.

What does a perfect morning at an airport feel like? To those who are unaccustomed to travel, it sounds like an strange idea, and to those who are accustomed to travel, it's a straight up absurd idea. The airport is  a space that has undergone some strange moments in the past year, and Russian vaporwave artist Bronston Bridge channels that wanderlust fantasy into a beautifully composed chillwave album. Using beautiful synthesizer compositions, this record transports you to headspace where the airport is a place of pleasure, relaxation, and pure bliss.Let's set sail for Bronster Bridge's Breakfast on the Runway.New to The Virtual Ocean? Here's a bit more about our show:Vaporwave is an art aesthetic that embodies the anxiety, disillusionment, and nihilism of the modern world.In music form, vaporwave dives deep into these unconscious anxieties, manifesting sounds from past decades - warping them, manipulating them, and summoning the ghost of the good times that were promised by modern capitalism, but never came.Vaporwave is an expression of the pains of the collective modern unconscious, taking the form of heroin-level escapism, ecstasy-inducing pop music, or dystopian ambient worlds.Because of its internet-based nature, its aesthetics have evolved so rapidly, further reflecting the chaotic subconscious of the modern mind.Vaporwave captures the modern unconscious of humans raised by the internet succinctly and understanding this art form matters.In each episode, we listen to tracks that make up the genre and give our thoughts, analysis, emotions, and commentary on them. Consider donating to us! $thevirtualocean on CashApp will get you your name and any message you want read at the end of the show, starting episode 63. Let's set sail on the Virtual Ocean.

Happy Halloween!!This year, we are giving a listen to 波S E R V I C E's (aka N. Padre) 2018 Halloween Record, HARVEST.WAV, a collection of different ambient tracks that evoke our childhood fears.It features some great nostalgic homages while sustaining feelings of uneasiness and deep-seated fears.We had a great time experiencing this nostalgia-infused homage to death, and we'd love to have you experience it with us too.Let's set sail for HARVEST.WAV by 波S E R V I C E, aka N.Padre. New to The Virtual Ocean? Here's a bit more about our show:Vaporwave is an art aesthetic that embodies the anxiety, disillusionment, and nihilism of the modern world.In music form, vaporwave dives deep into these unconscious anxieties, manifesting sounds from past decades - warping them, manipulating them, and summoning the ghost of the good times that were promised by modern capitalism, but never came.Vaporwave is an expression of the pains of the collective modern unconscious, taking the form of heroin-level escapism, ecstasy-inducing pop music, or dystopian ambient worlds.Because of its internet-based nature, its aesthetics have evolved so rapidly, further reflecting the chaotic subconscious of the modern mind.Vaporwave captures the modern unconscious of humans raised by the internet succinctly and understanding this art form matters.In each episode, we listen to tracks that make up the genre and give our thoughts, analysis, emotions, and commentary on them. Consider donating to us! $thevirtualocean on CashApp will get you your name and any message you want read at the end of the show, starting episode 63. Let's set sail on the Virtual Ocean.

Vaporwave is an art aesthetic that embodies the anxiety, disillusionment, and nihilism of the modern world.In music form, vaporwave dives deep into these unconscious anxieties, manifesting sounds from past decades - warping them, manipulating them, and summoning the ghost of the good times that were promised by modern capitalism, but never came.Vaporwave is an expression of the pains of the collective modern unconscious, taking the form of heroin-level escapism, ecstasy-inducing pop music, or dystopian ambient worlds.Because of its internet-based nature, its aesthetics have evolved so rapidly, further reflecting the chaotic subconscious of the modern mind.Vaporwave captures the modern unconscious of humans raised by the internet succinctly and understanding this art form matters.In each episode, we listen to tracks that make up the genre and give our thoughts, analysis, emotions, and commentary on them. Consider donating to us! $thevirutalocean on CashApp will get you your name and any message you want read at the end of the show, starting episode 63. Let's set sail on the Virtual Ocean.And now, for today's episode.We think it's important to return to the prime years of vaporwave and listen to albums that existed among the sea of so many others.Today, we listen to bodyline's computer imagina, a vaporwave album that can only be described as human memories processed into 8 different floppy disks, played in sequence for a machine to experience romance and nostalgia.You're just going to have to listen with us to see what we mean.Let's set sail for bodyline's comptuer imagina.

Vaporwave is an art aesthetic that embodies the anxiety, disillusionment, and nihilism of the modern world.In music form, vaporwave dives deep into these unconscious anxieties, manifesting sounds from past decades - warping them, manipulating them, and summoning the ghost of the good times that were promised by modern capitalism, but never came.Vaporwave is an expression of the pains of the collective modern unconscious, taking the form of heroin-level escapism, ecstasy-inducing pop music, or dystopian ambient worlds.Because of its internet-based nature, its aesthetics have evolved so rapidly, further reflecting the chaotic subconscious of the modern mind.Vaporwave captures the modern unconscious of humans raised by the internet succinctly and understanding this art form matters.In each episode, we listen to tracks that make up the genre and give our thoughts, analysis, emotions, and commentary on them. Consider donating to us! $thevirutalocean on CashApp will get you your name and any message you want read at the end of the show, starting episode 63. Let's set sail on the Virtual Ocean.And now, for today's episode.Tupperwave is a future funk powerhouse, and Marina is a 2020 album that shows his experience of living in the ever-shifting world of vaporwave. Marina is sweet, euphoric, and transports you to a space of magic realism. Notable tracks for us are definitely "Esplanade", evoking that familiar feeling of experiencing heavy infatuation, as well as "Pacific Highway", bringing you to a perfect version of Highway One that could change the mind of any cynic.You'll just have to listen to see what we mean.Let's set sail for Tupperwave's Marina.

Vaporwave is an art aesthetic that embodies the anxiety, disillusionment, and nihilism of the modern world.In music form, vaporwave dives deep into these unconscious anxieties, manifesting sounds from past decades - warping them, manipulating them, and summoning the ghost of the good times that were promised by modern capitalism, but never came.Vaporwave is an expression of the pains of the collective modern unconscious, taking the form of heroin-level escapism, ecstasy-inducing pop music, or dystopian ambient worlds.Because of its internet-based nature, its aesthetics have evolved so rapidly, further reflecting the chaotic subconscious of the modern mind.Vaporwave captures the modern unconscious of humans raised by the internet succinctly and understanding this art form matters.In each episode, we listen to tracks that make up the genre and give our thoughts, analysis, emotions, and commentary on them. Consider donating to us! $thevirutalocean on CashApp will get you your name and any message you want read at the end of the show, starting episode 63. Let's set sail on the Virtual Ocean.And now, for today's episode.Krosia is a French chillsynth artist who can really orchestrate you into a blissful escape. Better Hours is their latest release as of August 28th 2021 and is by far one of the easiest, happiest, and most laid back listens we've had in a long time.Let's set sail for Krosia's Better Hours

Vaporwave is an art aesthetic that embodies the anxiety, disillusionment, and nihilism of the modern world.In music form, vaporwave dives deep into these unconscious anxieties, manifesting sounds from past decades - warping them, manipulating them, and summoning the ghost of the good times that were promised by modern capitalism, but never came.Vaporwave is an expression of the pains of the collective modern unconscious, taking the form of heroin-level escapism, ecstasy-inducing pop music, or dystopian ambient worlds.Because of its internet-based nature, its aesthetics have evolved so rapidly, further reflecting the chaotic subconscious of the modern mind.Vaporwave captures the modern unconscious of humans raised by the internet succinctly and understanding this art form matters.In each episode, we listen to tracks that make up the genre and give our thoughts, analysis, emotions, and commentary on them. Let's set sail on the Virtual Ocean.And now, for today's episode.It's hot. I'm calm. I feel new. These are the words written by English vaporwave artist "desert sand feels warm at night" in presenting his album Everlasting Summer (常夏). This sample-free album is extremely reflective, bringing forth formative subconscious memories of our summers' past to the forefront, both as escape, examination, and most beautifully, as release. Let's renew ourselves together. Let's set sail for desert sand feels warm at night's Everlasting Summer.

Vaporwave is an art aesthetic that embodies the anxiety, disillusionment, and nihilism of the modern world.In music form, vaporwave dives deep into these unconscious anxieties, manifesting sounds from past decades - warping them, manipulating them, and summoning the ghost of the good times that were promised by modern capitalism, but never came.Vaporwave is an expression of the pains of the collective modern unconscious, taking the form of heroin-level escapism, ecstasy-inducing pop music, or dystopian ambient worlds.Because of its internet-based nature, its aesthetics have evolved so rapidly, further reflecting the chaotic subconscious of the modern mind.Vaporwave captures the modern unconscious of humans raised by the internet succinctly and understanding this art form matters.In each episode, we listen to tracks that make up the genre and give our thoughts, analysis, emotions, and commentary on them. Let's set sail on the Virtual Ocean.And now, for today's episode.Home's Odyssey may be a familiar album to you, because it stands as one of the most influential albums in the "chillsynth" subgenre of vaporwave. The album is known for its masterful choice of synth sounds that orchestrate into dopamine-heavy melodies while making your body float into a peaceful astral space.The track "Resonance" may be one you may have heard somewhere, sometime on your time on the internet, and here on The Virtual Ocean we will be exploring the album's significance, a bit of the mixing techniques that make chillsynth so unique, and why chillsynyth came into creation in the first place.Let's set sail for Home's Odyssey.

Vaporwave is an art aesthetic that embodies the anxiety, disillusionment, and nihilism of the modern world.In music form, vaporwave dives deep into these unconscious anxieties, manifesting sounds from past decades - warping them, manipulating them, and summoning the ghost of the good times that were promised by modern capitalism, but never came.Vaporwave is an expression of the pains of the collective modern unconscious, taking the form of heroin-level escapism, ecstasy-inducing pop music, or dystopian ambient worlds.Because of its internet-based nature, its aesthetics have evolved so rapidly, further reflecting the chaotic subconscious of the modern mind.Vaporwave captures the modern unconscious of humans raised by the internet succinctly, and understanding this art form matters.In each episode, we listen to tracks that make up genre and give our thoughts, analysis, emotions, and commentary on them. Let's set sail on the Virtual Ocean.And now, for today's episode.How do we cope with the existentially dreadful lifestyle of the 9-5 office job? It's a question that has plagued the modern human since the late 20th century. Now with a post-Covid world with many having a taste of working from home, the office job lifestyle sounds as absurd as ever... And yet, it is still work, and therefore necessary for most people's survival. In this week's episode, we listen to Sounds For The Office by コディ (pronounced Kodi). This album is an amazing score of smooth jazz and late-night lofi that hooks you from the start. Kodi expresses a romanticized ideal of what it should feel like to work in an office. Why does this ideal even exist? Because it's an ideal we need to tell ourselves to get through the dread of having to spend our lives in an office to simply live. Ok, but trust us, this romanticized version of the office is something you'll definitely want to hear. ESPECIALLY if you work in one.Let's set sail for Sounds For The Office by コディ. 

Vaporwave is an art aesthetic that embodies the anxiety, disillusionment, and nihilism of the modern world.In music form, vaporwave dives deep into these unconscious anxieties, manifesting sounds from past decades - warping them, manipulating them, and summoning the ghost of the good times that were promised by modern capitalism, but never came.Vaporwave is an expression of the pains of the collective modern unconscious, taking the form of heroin-level escapism, ecstasy-inducing pop music, or dystopian ambient worlds.Because of its internet-based nature, its aesthetics have evolved so rapidly, further reflecting the chaotic subconscious of the modern mind.Vaporwave captures the modern unconscious of humans raised by the internet succinctly, and understanding this art form matters.In each episode, we listen to tracks that make up genre and give our thoughts, analysis, emotions, and commentary on them. Let's set sail on the Virtual Ocean.And now, for today's episode.If you want to know what it feels like to fly through cotton candy clouds and blissfully experience the innocence of the 90's, this is an album you want to experience. Simply Syrup's Make Me Float combines this very open space with a touch of funk and hip hop, and it does that it says it does: it makes you float. Its nostalgia is a reminder that our memories can be used as a prime source of joy, and it's ok to fall into them and relax.Let's set sail for Simple Syrup's Make Me Float. 

Vaporwave is an art aesthetic that embodies the anxiety, disillusionment, and nihilism of the modern world.In music form, vaporwave dives deep into these unconscious anxieties, manifesting sounds from past decades - warping them, manipulating them, and summoning the ghost of the good times that were promised by modern capitalism, but never came.Vaporwave is an expression of the pains of the collective modern unconscious, taking the form of heroin-level escapism, ecstasy-inducing pop music, or dystopian ambient worlds.Because of its internet-based nature, its aesthetics have evolved so rapidly, further reflecting the chaotic subconscious of the modern mind.Vaporwave captures the modern unconscious of humans raised by the internet succinctly, and understanding this art form matters.In each episode, we listen to tracks that make up genre and give our thoughts, analysis, emotions, and commentary on them. Let's set sail on the Virtual Ocean.And now, for today's episode.This is the debut album of Italian vaporwave artist Paradox. This album has nice elements of both vaporwave and lofi, and will lull you into a peaceful zen that you didn't know you needed.Let's set sail for Paradox's Paradox Dreams. 

Vaporwave is an art aesthetic that embodies the anxiety, disillusionment, and nihilism of the modern world.In music form, vaporwave dives deep into these unconscious anxieties, manifesting sounds from past decades - warping them, manipulating them, and summoning the ghost of the good times that were promised by modern capitalism, but never came.Vaporwave is an expression of the pains of the collective modern unconscious, taking the form of heroin-level escapism, ecstasy-inducing pop music, or dystopian ambient worlds.Because of its internet-based nature, its aesthetics have evolved so rapidly, further reflecting the chaotic subconscious of the modern mind.Vaporwave captures the modern unconscious of humans raised by the internet succinctly, and understanding this art form matters.In each episode, we listen to tracks that make up genre and give our thoughts, analysis, emotions, and commentary on them. Let's set sail on the Virtual Ocean.And now, for today's episode.This is our second 식료품groceries's record on this show. The concept of this particular album is extremely fascinating.  인터넷 쇼핑 (Ascension) is the musical expression of the dopamine cycle of online shopping. It treats the modern-day capitalist consumption cycle as almost a force of nature, something that we can't break out of, and musically it almost honors it the way an artist would honor true natural forces like the ocean, or a mountainscape.Let's set sail for 식료품groceries' 인터넷 쇼핑 (Ascension).

Vaporwave is an art aesthetic that embodies the anxiety, disillusionment, and nihilism of the modern world.In music form, vaporwave dives deep into these unconscious anxieties, manifesting sounds from past decades - warping them, manipulating them, and summoning the ghost of the good times that were promised by modern capitalism, but never came.Vaporwave is an expression of the pains of the collective modern unconscious, taking the form of heroin-level escapism, ecstasy-inducing pop music, or dystopian ambient worlds.Because of its internet-based nature, its aesthetics have evolved so rapidly, further reflecting the chaotic subconscious of the modern mind.Vaporwave captures the modern unconscious of humans raised by the internet succinctly, and understanding this art form matters.In each episode, we listen to tracks that make up genre and give our thoughts, analysis, emotions, and commentary on them. Let's set sail on the Virtual Ocean.And now, for today’s episode.We dive into the dark, heavy beats of NxxxxxS with his 2017 album "Remember Last Summer". A well produced, deep sounding vaportrap record that makes you headbang as you reminisce on your directionless existence.  

Vaporwave is an art aesthetic that embodies the anxiety, disillusionment, and nihilism of the modern world.In music form, vaporwave dives deep into these unconscious anxieties, manifesting sounds from past decades - warping them, manipulating them, and summoning the ghost of the good times that were promised by modern capitalism, but never came.Vaporwave is an expression of the pains of the collective modern unconscious, taking the form of heroin-level escapism, ecstasy-inducing pop music, or dystopian ambient worlds.Because of its internet-based nature, its aesthetics have evolved so rapidly, further reflecting the chaotic subconscious of the modern mind.Vaporwave captures the modern unconscious of humans raised by the internet succinctly, and understanding this art form matters.In each episode, we listen to tracks that make up genre and give our thoughts, analysis, emotions, and commentary on them. Let's set sail on the Virtual Ocean.And now, for today’s episode.Today's episode is truly a masterpiece. Giant Claw is no stranger to The Virtual Ocean's curation, but this episode features one of the best albums we've featured on this show. Mirror Guide is a symphonic experience through the ins and outs of what appears to be a reflection of consciousness. It evokes feelings of benevolence, grief, terror, and elation. You'll just have to listen to it and see what we mean.Let's set sail for Giant Claw's Mirror Guide. 

Vaporwave is an art aesthetic that embodies the anxiety, disillusionment, and nihilism of the modern world.In music form, vaporwave dives deep into these unconscious anxieties, manifesting sounds from past decades - warping them, manipulating them, and summoning the ghost of the good times that were promised by modern capitalism, but never came.Vaporwave is an expression of the pains of the collective modern unconscious, taking the form of heroin-level escapism, ecstasy-inducing pop music, or dystopian ambient worlds.Because of its internet-based nature, its aesthetics have evolved so rapidly, further reflecting the chaotic subconscious of the modern mind.Vaporwave captures the modern unconscious of humans raised by the internet succinctly, and understanding this art form matters.In each episode, we listen to tracks that make up genre and give our thoughts, analysis, emotions, and commentary on them. Let's set sail on the Virtual Ocean.And now, for today’s episode.The early 2000's internet is described by some as the Golden Age of the Internet. There is a distinct nostalgia for this era from its decentralized nature and humanity adjusting to such new possibilities from the internet. Wichita Limewire's album "Still On The Lime" combines meme vaporwave with some great future funk concepts, resulting in a vaporwave album that explores Y2K piracy, the dangers of the internet at the time, and the nostalgia that comes with it.Let's set sail for Wichita Limewire's Still on The Lime.

Vaporwave is an art aesthetic that embodies the anxiety, disillusionment, and nihilism of the modern world.In music form, vaporwave dives deep into these unconscious anxieties, manifesting sounds from past decades - warping them, manipulating them, and summoning the ghost of the good times that were promised by modern capitalism, but never came.Vaporwave is an expression of the pains of the collective modern unconscious, taking the form of heroin-level escapism, ecstasy-inducing pop music, or dystopian ambient worlds.Because of its internet-based nature, its aesthetics have evolved so rapidly, further reflecting the chaotic subconscious of the modern mind.Vaporwave captures the modern unconscious of humans raised by the internet succinctly, and understanding this art form matters.In each episode, we listen to tracks that make up genre and give our thoughts, analysis, emotions, and commentary on them. Let's set sail on the Virtual Ocean.And now, for today’s episode.It is with deep condolence that we mourn the passing of Brazilian vaporwave artist Lindsheaven Virtual Plaza. LVP has been in the vaporwave scene in 2013 and recently passed away. In this episode, we honor them and memorialize their work with their standout ambient album, "NTSC Memories." This album takes on a new context in light of recent events, and it brings to ponder the purpose of art in life and death. This listen teaches us the value of one's art as a monument to a human being beyond death, and combining this with the hazy nostalgia of vaporwave, NTSC Memories is certainly an emotional journey that reminds us of the sweetness of our limited time on earth.Let's set sail for Lindsheaven Virtual Plaza's NTSC Memories.

THE "LET'S LISTEN" VAPORWAVE PODCAST.Vaporwave is an art aesthetic that embodies the anxiety, disillusionment, and nihilism of the modern world.In music form, vaporwave dives deep into these unconscious anxieties, manifesting sounds from past decades - warping them, manipulating them, and summoning the ghost of the good times that were promised by modern capitalism, but never came.Vaporwave is an expression of the pains of the collective modern unconscious, taking the form of heroin-level escapism, ecstasy-inducing pop music, or dystopian ambient worlds.Because of its internet-based nature, its aesthetics have evolved so rapidly, further reflecting the chaotic subconscious of the modern mind.Vaporwave captures the modern unconscious of humans raised by the internet succinctly, and understanding this art form matters.In each episode, we listen to tracks that make up genre and give our thoughts, analysis, emotions, and commentary on them. Let's set sail on the Virtual Ocean.And now, for today’s episode.For our 50th episode, we re-listen to a vaporwave classic to see how even 10 years later, it's still the most important records of the 2010s.  

THE "LET'S LISTEN" VAPORWAVE PODCAST.Vaporwave is an art aesthetic that embodies the anxiety, disillusionment, and nihilism of the modern world.In music form, vaporwave dives deep into these unconscious anxieties, manifesting sounds from past decades - warping them, manipulating them, and summoning the ghost of the good times that were promised by modern capitalism, but never came.Vaporwave is an expression of the pains of the collective modern unconscious, taking the form of heroin-level escapism, ecstasy-inducing pop music, or dystopian ambient worlds.Because of its internet-based nature, its aesthetics have evolved so rapidly, further reflecting the chaotic subconscious of the modern mind.Vaporwave captures the modern unconscious of humans raised by the internet succinctly, and understanding this art form matters.In each episode, we listen to tracks that make up genre and give our thoughts, analysis, emotions, and commentary on them. Let's set sail on the Virtual Ocean.And now, for today’s episode.The Midnight is a well renowned duo in the synthwave world. Their album "Nocturnal" takes on the intense emotions that arise in the late night, like lust, love and regret. As our show ventures deeper in the world of synthwave, Noctural shows us what's possible when combining beautiful lyrics, deep synth textures, and the release of a repressed shadowy mood. 

THE "LET'S LISTEN" VAPORWAVE PODCAST.Vaporwave is an art aesthetic that embodies the anxiety, disillusionment, and nihilism of the modern world.In music form, vaporwave dives deep into these unconscious anxieties, manifesting sounds from past decades - warping them, manipulating them, and summoning the ghost of the good times that were promised by modern capitalism, but never came.Vaporwave is an expression of the pains of the collective modern unconscious, taking the form of heroin-level escapism, ecstasy-inducing pop music, or dystopian ambient worlds.Because of its internet-based nature, its aesthetics have evolved so rapidly, further reflecting the chaotic subconscious of the modern mind.Vaporwave captures the modern unconscious of humans raised by the internet succinctly, and understanding this art form matters.In each episode, we listen to tracks that make up genre and give our thoughts, analysis, emotions, and commentary on them. Let's set sail on the Virtual Ocean.And now, for today’s episode.Oddling's Infinity is an astral projection in synthwave form. Each track takes you on a unique journey through the infinite beauty of space. It's lucid, adventurous, and alive. It's certainly one of our favorite albums on this show by far. Let's set sail for Oddling's Infinity.

THE "LET'S LISTEN" VAPORWAVE PODCAST. Vaporwave is an art aesthetic that embodies the anxiety, disillusionment, and nihilism of the modern world. In music form, vaporwave dives deep into these unconscious anxieties, manifesting sounds from past decades - warping them, manipulating them, and summoning the ghost of the good times that were promised by modern capitalism, but never came. Vaporwave is an expression of the pains of the collective modern unconscious, taking the form of heroin-level escapism, ecstasy-inducing pop music, or dystopian ambient worlds. Because of its internet-based nature, its aesthetics have evolved so rapidly, further reflecting the chaotic subconscious of the modern mind.Vaporwave captures the modern unconscious of humans raised by the internet succinctly, and understanding this art form matters. In each episode, we listen to tracks that make up genre and give our thoughts, analysis, emotions, and commentary on them. Let's set sail on the Virtual Ocean.And now, for today’s episode.VHSテープリワインダー's Red Light District is a 2015 classic vaporwave record that was actually recorded and played back on VHS. This album combines the lustful emotions of the red light district with the dystopian nostalgia of vaporwave; and it sounds authentic af.

THE "LET'S LISTEN" VAPORWAVE PODCAST. Vaporwave is an art aesthetic that embodies the anxiety, disillusionment, and nihilism of the modern world. In music form, vaporwave dives deep into these unconscious anxieties, manifesting sounds from past decades - warping them, manipulating them, and summoning the ghost of the good times that were promised by modern capitalism, but never came. Vaporwave is an expression of the pains of the collective modern unconscious, taking the form of heroin-level escapism, ecstasy-inducing pop music, or dystopian ambient worlds. Because of its internet-based nature, its aesthetics have evolved so rapidly, further reflecting the chaotic subconscious of the modern mind.Vaporwave captures the modern unconscious of humans raised by the internet succinctly, and understanding this art form matters. In each episode, we listen to tracks that make up genre and give our thoughts, analysis, emotions, and commentary on them. Let's set sail on the Virtual Ocean.And now, for today’s episode.And now, for today’s episode.Deep Cobra's Simulation is a high energy album that hits HARD. This record from the Australian label Sunset Grid is a fun display in the rhythmic potential of vaportrap.

The Virtual Ocean will return in February 2021!Brandon and Jerrel quickly reflect and discuss their plans for the future.

THE "LET'S LISTEN" VAPORWAVE PODCAST. Vaporwave is an art aesthetic that embodies the anxiety, disillusionment, and nihilism of the modern world. In music form, vaporwave dives deep into these unconscious anxieties, manifesting sounds from past decades - warping them, manipulating them, and summoning the ghost of the good times that were promised by modern capitalism, but never came. Vaporwave is an expression of the pains of the collective modern unconscious, taking the form of heroin-level escapism, ecstasy-inducing pop music, or dystopian ambient worlds. Because of its internet-based nature, its aesthetics have evolved so rapidly, further reflecting the chaotic subconscious of the modern mind.Vaporwave captures the modern unconscious of humans raised by the internet succinctly, and understanding this art form matters. In each episode, we listen to tracks that make up genre and give our thoughts, analysis, emotions, and commentary on them. Let's set sail on the Virtual Ocean.And now, for today’s episode.And now, for today’s episode.Merry Christmas! This episode is part 2 of our 2020 Christmas Special, where Jerrel and Brandon have more of a conversation about their lives, vaporwave in 2020, and the current insanity of the world. All while enjoying the comfort of an album the draws conjures a childhood Christmas nostalgia like no other... Come join us by the fireplace. :) Happy holidays!

THE "LET'S LISTEN" VAPORWAVE PODCAST. Vaporwave is an art aesthetic that embodies the anxiety, disillusionment, and nihilism of the modern world. In music form, vaporwave dives deep into these unconscious anxieties, manifesting sounds from past decades - warping them, manipulating them, and summoning the ghost of the good times that were promised by modern capitalism, but never came. Vaporwave is an expression of the pains of the collective modern unconscious, taking the form of heroin-level escapism, ecstasy-inducing pop music, or dystopian ambient worlds. Because of its internet-based nature, its aesthetics have evolved so rapidly, further reflecting the chaotic subconscious of the modern mind.Vaporwave captures the modern unconscious of humans raised by the internet succinctly, and understanding this art form matters. In each episode, we listen to tracks that make up genre and give our thoughts, analysis, emotions, and commentary on them. Let's set sail on the Virtual Ocean.And now, for today’s episode.And now, for today’s episode.Today is a nice, hip-hop and R&B vaporwave albumMaitro’s EP Holiday Season takes the vibe you come to expect from a vaporware album and paints a picture of his personal idea of a holiday season.To us, Maitro’s winter world is one of nice west-coast beats and nostalgic 90’s samples. It’s something we love to see, especially considering Maitro himself is an artist from the Netherlands.While the condition of the world is stronge, we want to welcome you to enjoy the holiday vibes with. Let’s set sail for Maitro’s Holiday Season EP.

THE "LET'S LISTEN" VAPORWAVE PODCAST. Vaporwave is an art aesthetic that embodies the anxiety, disillusionment, and nihilism of the modern world. In music form, vaporwave dives deep into these unconscious anxieties, manifesting sounds from past decades - warping them, manipulating them, and summoning the ghost of the good times that were promised by modern capitalism, but never came. Vaporwave is an expression of the pains of the collective modern unconscious, taking the form of heroin-level escapism, ecstasy-inducing pop music, or dystopian ambient worlds. Because of its internet-based nature, its aesthetics have evolved so rapidly, further reflecting the chaotic subconscious of the modern mind.Vaporwave captures the modern unconscious of humans raised by the internet succinctly, and understanding this art form matters. In each episode, we listen to tracks that make up genre and give our thoughts, analysis, emotions, and commentary on them. Let's set sail on the Virtual Ocean.And now, for today’s episode.What is up with the nostalgia around pre-9/11 cities? See-Muh Vanity, aka Dead Dream Vanity, explores this idea in the 2014 proto-ish vaporware album “fantasy Mayonaka Noapāto “, aka fantasy Midnight Apartment This record dropped during the early days of vaporwave, where the method of manipulating old samples to create something moody and dark started popping up all over the internet.This LP will engulf your entire body in the comfort of a leather couch stuffed with clouds. While you lay in its luxury, you begin to realize that the ideal city that this album takes you back to doesn’t exist.It never did.Let’s set sail for Dead Dream Vanity’s Fantasy Midnight Apartment.

the first virtual ocean immersion episode.you chose this.

THE "LET'S LISTEN" VAPORWAVE PODCAST. Vaporwave is an art aesthetic that embodies the anxiety, disillusionment, and nihilism of the modern world. In music form, vaporwave dives deep into these unconscious anxieties, manifesting sounds from past decades - warping them, manipulating them, and summoning the ghost of the good times that were promised by modern capitalism, but never came. Vaporwave is an expression of the pains of the collective modern unconscious, taking the form of heroin-level escapism, ecstasy-inducing pop music, or dystopian ambient worlds. Because of its internet-based nature, its aesthetics have evolved so rapidly, further reflecting the chaotic subconscious of the modern mind.Vaporwave captures the modern unconscious of humans raised by the internet succinctly, and understanding this art form matters. In each episode, we listen to tracks that make up genre and give our thoughts, analysis, emotions, and commentary on them. Let's set sail on the Virtual Ocean.And now, for today’s episode.When it comes to haunted things, rarely do they frighten us with harshness and jumpscares in the way that Hollywood movies have shown us.What make something creepy is a strange element of gentleness. When the unknown peers into us, it does so in a state of softness. When death stalks its prey, it moves in silence… In stillness.Today is our halloween special, and we have one thing on our minds: death. The album we’ve chosen for this year’s special is “Even The Gods May Cry”, by Origami Girl, a female asian vaporwave producer who also goes by the alias eightxnights. You can find her on both the dream catalogue and asura revolver music labels.This album takes on a hardvapour sound, infused with the occult-themed electronic music of Witch house. This album is a 45 minute rave set in the underground caverns of a gothic mansion in hell. A perfect experience to get you in the mood for the spooky season.Set sail with us for Origami Girl’s “Even The Gods May Cry.”

THE "LET'S LISTEN" VAPORWAVE PODCAST. Vaporwave is an art aesthetic that embodies the anxiety, disillusionment, and nihilism of the modern world. In music form, vaporwave dives deep into these unconscious anxieties, manifesting sounds from past decades - warping them, manipulating them, and summoning the ghost of the good times that were promised by modern capitalism, but never came. Vaporwave is an expression of the pains of the collective modern unconscious, taking the form of heroin-level escapism, ecstasy-inducing pop music, or dystopian ambient worlds. Because of its internet-based nature, its aesthetics have evolved so rapidly, further reflecting the chaotic subconscious of the modern mind.Vaporwave captures the modern unconscious of humans raised by the internet succinctly, and understanding this art form matters. In each episode, we listen to tracks that make up genre and give our thoughts, analysis, emotions, and commentary on them. Let's set sail on the Virtual Ocean.And now, for today’s episode.We have a nice, easy-on-the-ears mallsoft album. ECCO 深い夢 (ecco fukai-yume)’s album Deluxe Visions is a trip down memory lane. It’s a mallsoft album that evokes the need for consumer dopamine while also displaying how different sensuality and desire felt in the past. This is a nice, relaxing, breezy record to indulge in.Join us in setting sail for ECCO 深い夢’s Deluxe Visions.

THE "LET'S LISTEN" VAPORWAVE PODCAST. Vaporwave is an art aesthetic that embodies the anxiety, disillusionment, and nihilism of the modern world. In music form, vaporwave dives deep into these unconscious anxieties, manifesting sounds from past decades - warping them, manipulating them, and summoning the ghost of the good times that were promised by modern capitalism, but never came. Vaporwave is an expression of the pains of the collective modern unconscious, taking the form of heroin-level escapism, ecstasy-inducing pop music, or dystopian ambient worlds. Because of its internet-based nature, its aesthetics have evolved so rapidly, further reflecting the chaotic subconscious of the modern mind.Vaporwave captures the modern unconscious of humans raised by the internet succinctly, and understanding this art form matters. In each episode, we listen to tracks that make up genre and give our thoughts, analysis, emotions, and commentary on them. Let's set sail on the Virtual Ocean.We are venturing into the world of dark vaporwave.Chinese Hackers, a New York-based vaporwave artist, has one mission: combine vaporwave and industrial to make a new subgenere of vaporwave: vaporgoth.Their 2015 album, “死” (syuh) which translates to death, is an interesting experiment that is beyond creepy: it’s uncomfortably primordial.Today’s episode is a short one, but it’s definitely one to check out if you want to hear some creepy shit. Let’s set sail for Chinese Hackers’ 死

THE "LET'S LISTEN" VAPORWAVE PODCAST. Vaporwave is an art aesthetic that embodies the anxiety, disillusionment, and nihilism of the modern world. In music form, vaporwave dives deep into these unconscious anxieties, manifesting sounds from past decades - warping them, manipulating them, and summoning the ghost of the good times that were promised by modern capitalism, but never came. Vaporwave is an expression of the pains of the collective modern unconscious, taking the form of heroin-level escapism, ecstasy-inducing pop music, or dystopian ambient worlds. Because of its internet-based nature, its aesthetics have evolved so rapidly, further reflecting the chaotic subconscious of the modern mind.Vaporwave captures the modern unconscious of humans raised by the internet succinctly, and understanding this art form matters. In each episode, we listen to tracks that make up genre and give our thoughts, analysis, emotions, and commentary on them. Let's set sail on the Virtual Ocean.And now, for today’s episode.One of my favorite things about doing this podcast is finding hidden talent that makes me feel like I have NO talent whatsoever. Today, we are setting sail for Enraile’s SpaceWorld 2000, in our opinion, one of the most underrated vaporwave records on this show.Enraile is one of the youngest in our catalog of featured artists, but do NOT underestimate the insane talent that exists in this guy’s brain.SpaceWorld 2000 is a hyperactive vaportrap-ish album that moves like an EDM epic akin to the likes of Porter Robinson’s Virtual Self. It’s safe to say, Enraile has a bright future in music production, and we want you all to witness why.Come along with us. Let’s set sail for Enraile’s SpaceWorld 2000.

THE "LET'S LISTEN" VAPORWAVE PODCAST. Vaporwave is an art aesthetic that embodies the anxiety, disillusionment, and nihilism of the modern world. In music form, vaporwave dives deep into these unconscious anxieties, manifesting sounds from past decades - warping them, manipulating them, and summoning the ghost of the good times that were promised by modern capitalism, but never came. Vaporwave is an expression of the pains of the collective modern unconscious, taking the form of heroin-level escapism, ecstasy-inducing pop music, or dystopian ambient worlds. Because of its internet-based nature, its aesthetics have evolved so rapidly, further reflecting the chaotic subconscious of the modern mind.Vaporwave captures the modern unconscious of humans raised by the internet succinctly, and understanding this art form matters. In each episode, we listen to tracks that make up genre and give our thoughts, analysis, emotions, and commentary on them. Let's set sail on the Virtual Ocean.And now, for today’s episode.VCR-Classique’s album “Atlantic Memories” is water-themed classic vaporwave record that has brought us much joy and relaxation.VCR-Classique is part of the business casual vaporwave label, which is one of the most prolific vaporwave labels to date. This record uses plunderphonics, a musical style that takes existing sounds and samples and creates its own composition out of them. This technique is almost signature to vaporwave because of its nature as an art form that reforms content of the past.This particular record though, transports you into a relaxed state of floating on a nice cool ocean under a perfect sky. This was a gorgeous album to escape into and we hope you can join us.

THE "LET'S LISTEN" VAPORWAVE PODCAST. Vaporwave is an art aesthetic that embodies the anxiety, disillusionment, and nihilism of the modern world. In music form, vaporwave dives deep into these unconscious anxieties, manifesting sounds from past decades - warping them, manipulating them, and summoning the ghost of the good times that were promised by modern capitalism, but never came. Vaporwave is an expression of the pains of the collective modern unconscious, taking the form of heroin-level escapism, ecstasy-inducing pop music, or dystopian ambient worlds. Because of its internet-based nature, its aesthetics have evolved so rapidly, further reflecting the chaotic subconscious of the modern mind.Vaporwave captures the modern unconscious of humans raised by the internet succinctly, and understanding this art form matters. In each episode, we listen to tracks that make up genre and give our thoughts, analysis, emotions, and commentary on them. Let's set sail on the Virtual Ocean.And now, for today’s episode.Once again, we have been pulled into the future funk label NeonCity Records for another BANGER. Today’s episode is an album just came out: it is Momo Club by Desired.This future funk album is tight, smooth, and syrupy sweet… the most intriguing part of this record is its soft concept though.“Momo Club” seems to be inspired by the dark side of being a celebrity idol; the drugs, the excess, and sometimes, the suicide.Did I just say suicide? Yes. I’m not kidding.You’re just gonna have to listen to see what I mean.Let’s set sail for Desired’s Momo Club.

THE "LET'S LISTEN" VAPORWAVE PODCAST. Vaporwave is an art aesthetic that embodies the anxiety, disillusionment, and nihilism of the modern world. In music form, vaporwave dives deep into these unconscious anxieties, manifesting sounds from past decades - warping them, manipulating them, and summoning the ghost of the good times that were promised by modern capitalism, but never came. Vaporwave is an expression of the pains of the collective modern unconscious, taking the form of heroin-level escapism, ecstasy-inducing pop music, or dystopian ambient worlds. Because of its internet-based nature, its aesthetics have evolved so rapidly, further reflecting the chaotic subconscious of the modern mind.Vaporwave captures the modern unconscious of humans raised by the internet succinctly, and understanding this art form matters. In each episode, we listen to tracks that make up genre and give our thoughts, analysis, emotions, and commentary on them. Let's set sail on the Virtual Ocean.And now, for today’s episode.In 2016, a collaboration between Vaperror, a Vaportrap pioneer, and telepath, the prolific leader in ambient vaporwave, was born. This album is a quintessential record of the vaporwave subgenre and microcosm known as “slushwave.Slushwave is a subgenre that is attached to the prolific artist telepath, known for its heavily layered tracks and long runtimes.We have covered telepath many times before on this show, and in this album, the collaboration with the vaportrap pioneer vaperror creates a thick, unique, and sedative aesthetic.Come chill with us.Let’s set sail for Terre Vape’s album, “Forever.”

THE "LET'S LISTEN" VAPORWAVE PODCAST. Vaporwave is an art aesthetic that embodies the anxiety, disillusionment, and nihilism of the modern world. In music form, vaporwave dives deep into these unconscious anxieties, manifesting sounds from past decades - warping them, manipulating them, and summoning the ghost of the good times that were promised by modern capitalism, but never came. Vaporwave is an expression of the pains of the collective modern unconscious, taking the form of heroin-level escapism, ecstasy-inducing pop music, or dystopian ambient worlds. Because of its internet-based nature, its aesthetics have evolved so rapidly, further reflecting the chaotic subconscious of the modern mind.Vaporwave captures the modern unconscious of humans raised by the internet succinctly, and understanding this art form matters. In each episode, we listen to tracks that make up genre and give our thoughts, analysis, emotions, and commentary on them. Let's set sail on the Virtual Ocean.And now, for today's episode.We dive into the second LP of upcoming vaporwave artist Ahero, titled SPIRIT.In this album, Ahero takes a fresh spin on the ambient vaporwave sounds.Ahero, using his cunning compositional abilities, crafts an ambient world of his own but filled with life, rhythm, and optimism. A perfect form of escape in the year 2020.Let’s set sail for Ahero’s SPIRIT.

THE "LET'S LISTEN" VAPORWAVE PODCAST. Vaporwave is an art aesthetic that embodies the anxiety, disillusionment, and nihilism of the modern world. In music form, vaporwave dives deep into these unconscious anxieties, manifesting sounds from past decades - warping them, manipulating them, and summoning the ghost of the good times that were promised by modern capitalism, but never came. Vaporwave is an expression of the pains of the collective modern unconscious, taking the form of heroin-level escapism, ecstasy-inducing pop music, or dystopian ambient worlds. Because of its internet-based nature, its aesthetics have evolved so rapidly, further reflecting the chaotic subconscious of the modern mind.Vaporwave captures the modern unconscious of humans raised by the internet succinctly, and understanding this art form matters. In each episode, we listen to tracks that make up genre and give our thoughts, analysis, emotions, and commentary on them. Let's set sail on the Virtual Ocean.And now, for today's episode.Brandon and I had the pleasure of discovering a vaporwave up-and-coming artist.With only 2 LPs to his belt, Ahero has delivered a promising take on vaporwave by taking the classic sounds from the early era of the music genre (early, being only 6 years ago by the way) and adding his own blend of expertise as a hip-hop producer.Ahero is an artist you should have on your radar and we would love for you to listen to him with us.Let’s set sail for Ahero’s Ultima Flux.

The Virtual Ocean is the “Let’s Listen” vaporwave discovery podcast.What is vaporwave?Vaporwave is a music genre (and internet meme) that appropriates mood music from the past while presenting subtle takes on modern-day consumerist culture. The genre has drawn many passionate listeners with its powerful immersion, ambiguous commentaries, and the genre's unique ability to amalgamate with the memes created as its byproduct.It's a genre with several subgenres that are extremely distinct from one another in sound and style; and yet evoke similar archetypal ideas that say, either explicitly or implicitly, a lot about the modern world.It's also very, very, aesthetic.In each episode, we listen to tracks that make up genre and give our thoughts, emotions, and commentary on them.And now, for today’s episode.With the world in a state of erupted chaos, and with our social media feeds constantly injecting the new civil war straight into our minds from the comfort of our beds, sometimes you just need something to a taste of some thing a little… smooth.This week, we had the pleasure of listening to one of an insanely pleasing future funk albums from the Brazilian artist Pop Up!, part of the Business Casual vaporware labelThis future funk album is indeed the sonic equivalent of a perfect vanilla ice cream cone on a hot day; giving you that concentrated euphoria you come to expect from the genre with some fantastic compositional twists. And to be honest, there are a few tracks in this album that me and Brandon would consider genre best’sThe food aesthetic of the artist is also something I personally lovYou’ll have to listen to see what we mean.Let’s set sail for Pop Up!’s silky cool album, Smooth.

The Virtual Ocean is the “Let’s Listen” vaporwave discovery podcast.What is vaporwave?Vaporwave is a music genre (and internet meme) that appropriates mood music from the past while presenting subtle takes on modern-day consumerist culture. The genre has drawn many passionate listeners with its powerful immersion, ambiguous commentaries, and the genre's unique ability to amalgamate with the memes created as its byproduct.It's a genre with several subgenres that are extremely distinct from one another in sound and style; and yet evoke similar archetypal ideas that say, either explicitly or implicitly, a lot about the modern world.It's also very, very, aesthetic.In each episode, we listen to tracks that make up genre and give our thoughts, emotions, and commentary on them.And now, for today’s episodeThe world will never be the same.With this COVID epidemic, the old lifestyles we had in the past are gone, and if we do get them back, we’ll forever be carrying the scars of what this changed world has left us.This feeling is perfectly captured in the this week’s album, Mission Indigo’s “The Final Exhibit.” This album carries themes of finality; bringing you to the end of the old world and an arising of the new.While this theme is something we’ve covered in past albums, like telepath’s “to the future” and “building a better world”, this album takes the approach of more traditional 80s sounds, all of which are done tastefully - utilizing smart arrangements and evoking potent emotions.You’re just going to have to listen with us to see what we mean.Let’s set sail for Mission Indigo’s “The Final Exhibit.”

The Virtual Ocean is the “Let’s Listen” vaporwave discovery podcast.What is vaporwave?Vaporwave is a music genre (and internet meme) that appropriates mood music from the past while presenting subtle takes on modern-day consumerist culture. The genre has drawn many passionate listeners with its powerful immersion, ambiguous commentaries, and the genre's unique ability to amalgamate with the memes created as its byproduct.It's a genre with several subgenres that are extremely distinct from one another in sound and style; and yet evoke similar archetypal ideas that say, either explicitly or implicitly, a lot about the modern world.It's also very, very, aesthetic.In each episode, we listen to tracks that make up genre and give our thoughts, emotions, and commentary on them.Today, we will be concluding our journey into the elevators of Stevia Sphere.We will be listening to the last 2 tapes of the Elevator Relaxation Tapes series. These two tapes just solidify to us that this series of vaporware EPs are 100% a sleeper hit.This project contains one of the best plot twists story-wise and musically that we’ve ever seen in a vaporwave project.What is it?Well, you’re just going to have to sail with us to find out.Let’s set sail for Stevia Sphere’s Elevator Relaxation Tapes 3 and 4: The Future, and The End.

The Virtual Ocean is the “Let’s Listen” vaporwave discovery podcast.What is vaporwave?Vaporwave is a music genre (and internet meme) that appropriates mood music from the past while presenting subtle takes on modern-day consumerist culture. The genre has drawn many passionate listeners with its powerful immersion, ambiguous commentaries, and the genre's unique ability to amalgamate with the memes created as its byproduct.It's a genre with several subgenres that are extremely distinct from one another in sound and style; and yet evoke similar archetypal ideas that say, either explicitly or implicitly, a lot about the modern world.It's also very, very, aesthetic.In each episode, we listen to tracks that make up genre and give our thoughts, emotions, and commentary on them.Vaportrap. The beautiful marriage between the chill, ambient vibes of vaporwave and the power and kinetics of trap music.And now, for today’s episode.I think Brandon and I are proud to say that we’ve found another gem in the vaporwave space. Only 7 tracks in, we’ve grown SUPER invested in the works of Stevia Sphere’s Elevator Relaxation Tapes. This series of of short EPs based around an interesting concept: A bill was passed in the year 2046 where elevators must move a slow pace to allow workers time to rest, as “work collides with sleep” in this world.The concept isn’t the only interesting part of this project. It’s the music.This is one of the tightest ambient music we’ve conceptually gotten to listen to, and you will find yourself relaxed, calm, and in a state of euphoria with these tracks.You’re going to have to listen with us to find out what we mean.Let’s set sail for Stevia Sphere’s Elevator Relaxation Tapes 1 and 2.

The Virtual Ocean is the “Let’s Listen” vaporwave discovery podcast.What is vaporwave?Vaporwave is a music genre (and internet meme) that appropriates mood music from the past while presenting subtle takes on modern-day consumerist culture. The genre has drawn many passionate listeners with its powerful immersion, ambiguous commentaries, and the genre's unique ability to amalgamate with the memes created as its byproduct.It's a genre with several subgenres that are extremely distinct from one another in sound and style; and yet evoke similar archetypal ideas that say, either explicitly or implicitly, a lot about the modern world.It's also very, very, aesthetic.In each episode, we listen to tracks that make up genre and give our thoughts, emotions, and commentary on them.Vaportrap. The beautiful marriage between the chill, ambient vibes of vaporwave and the power and kinetics of trap music.But now, for today’s episode.We will be exploring the subgenere of mallsoft once again.Mallsoft, in case you didn’t know, is a subgenre of vaporwave that takes mall muzak, reverbed and washed out to create a lucid dream like feel, as though you are actually walking through the virtual plaza.Today’s album is a mallsoft banger that goes by the name of High Fashion. This album by Leisure Centre is an ambient artist from the Toronto label Adhesive Sounds. This album takes us on a journey to a hazy, lucid dream. In this dream, we stay in a relaxed, calm, hypnotized state, moving to different areas of this mall and just losing ourselves completely to sounds of a utopian ambience.You’re just going to have to listen with us to see what we mean.Let’s set sail for Leisure Centre’s High Fashion.

The Virtual Ocean is the “Let’s Listen” vaporwave discovery podcast.What is vaporwave?Vaporwave is a music genre (and internet meme) that appropriates mood music from the past while presenting subtle takes on modern-day consumerist culture. The genre has drawn many passionate listeners with its powerful immersion, ambiguous commentaries, and the genre's unique ability to amalgamate with the memes created as its byproduct.It's a genre with several subgenres that are extremely distinct from one another in sound and style; and yet evoke similar archetypal ideas that say, either explicitly or implicitly, a lot about the modern world.It's also very, very, aesthetic.In each episode, we listen to tracks that make up genre and give our thoughts, emotions, and commentary on them.Vaportrap. The beautiful marriage between the chill, ambient vibes of vaporwave and the power and kinetics of trap music.But now, for today’s episode.In this episode, we explore the work of Italian vaporwave artist Quadratox.This album is one of EIGHTY projects released by Quadratox under the Business Casual vaporwave label.This LP has by far THE most range than any album we’ve covered ever.Ever wonder what an acoustic ballad sounds like with a vaporwave tinge? What about eurotrap? How about industrial and METAL? Quadratox displays an impressive range and sticks the landing on most of it.Ready to hear what it sounds like?Let’s go atomic and set sail into the mind of Quadratox’s 1995.