COLOR THEORY

We stay put in Trumpland and this time we have a fresh synthpop, discoish darkwave track from Color Theory in "Time To Kill" 

I feel a bit of Howard Jones and Giorgio Moroder over it, usually when we hear new music from Color Theory it´s with inspiration from Depeche Mode and similar, and if you look at "Time to Kill" is picking up some lovely press from both sides of the Atlantic. 

Here are some highlights: 

Side-Line writes that the track "sets a melodic electropop arrangement against a lyric about suppressed anger," and that "mix of bright synthesizer melody and dark subject matter runs through most of his catalogue." 

Zero Music Magazine hears "a melodic and catchy electropop sound, but the lyrics are filled with thoughts of suppressed anger," spiraling into "twisted revenge fantasies about killer bees, wild boars, and helicopter blades." (translated from Swedish) 

AeschTunes hears "an influence from Giorgio Moroder with some hints of New Order," calling the track "a character study of someone who has some serious anger management issues." Lesley adds, "I'm glad to hear Brian taking a chance and trying something a little different here." 

ABSYNTH describes "an adrenaline pumping rhythm and an explosive synth burst," with vocals carrying "a melody that haunts the music" and "a cascade of fire" pouring out of the synths. 

Color Theory @ FACEBOOK 

Supported by Electric Cafe & Muzik Mag Sweden

 

DJ Thessla

VEXAGON

We proceed with more releases from last week and this time we head over to Trumpland and the constellation of Vexagon that release music through the label Cold Transmission. 

Vexagon released their new Coldwave single "Psalm Zero" at 9/11 

"Psalm Zero" is about the corrosive effect of theism on humanity and society. Religion was Man's first attempt at making sense of the world - fine for a first draft, but we know better now and it is time to move on. 

Vexagon @ FACEBOOK 

Supported by Electric Cafe & Muzik Mag Sweden

 

DJ Thessla

SRK GROUP

One of the biggest labels within our genre is Infacted Recordings and last week new music came out from SRK Group. 

Pressrelease: 

"SEBASTIAN KOMOR aka Icon of Coil / KOMOR KOMMANDO is here with his new project "SRK". It's personal, it's loud, it's danceable! A full attack on every dance floor! 

Check out this electro smasher!" 

"Spitfire" is OUT NOW!!! 

Supported by Electric Cafe & Muzik Mag Sweden

 

DJ Thessla

MENTAL DISCIPLINE x ARS NIKONOV

One of the releases from last week on NEW SYNTHMUSIC FRIDAY is the new single by Mental Discipline in "Darkest Night" that is OUT NOW through skyQode. 

Pressrelease: 

Out on September 10 is “Darkest Night”, the new collaboration between Mental Discipline and Ars Nikonov of Cold In May. The track marks their second collaboration, following “God & Devil” from the Mental Discipline's debut album. 

A euphoric blend of synthpop and futurepop, “Darkest Night” is driven by melodic synths and Ars Nikonov's distinctive vocals, delivering an anthemic and emotionally charged sound. “Darkest Night” is taken from Mental Discipline's upcoming album, due for release in October. 

Mental Discipline @ FACEBOOK 

Supported by Electric Cafe & Muzik Mag Sweden

 

 

DJ Thessla

ZENSTATION

In November 5:th it´s time for a great evening at Babel in Malmö. 

Sweden’s premier Depeche Mode tribute band, Zenstation, is coming to Babel Malmö on November 5, 2026, for a long-awaited show. As always, the special guest is DJ Bat out of Helsingborg—aka Steve Nilsson. 

Don’t miss an unforgettable evening. Come and experience 45 years of Depeche Mode’s absolute best material with Zenstation at Malmö’s hottest music venue. 

For more info and tickets, go HERE 

DJ Thessla

BLACK CELEBRATION HALLOWEEN 2026

We hanging on in October and this time we head over to Mossdala Gård and this years, Black Celebration Halloween. So far they have announced two bands that will be performing, Strikkland and Thin Eater, more bands and DJs to be announced. 

Many have asked, and the answer is YES! On Saturday, October 24, it’s time once again for the Hell & Vin party, featuring *kängdans* in the barn! We invite you to a full night with a dark theme and electronic music. We promise multiple live bands, DJs, food, a bar, and a few surprises along the way. Feel free to dress up—there will be a prize for the best Halloween costume. 

For more info and tickets, go HERE 

Strikkland @ FACEBOOK

 

Thin Eater @ FACEBOOK

 

DJ Thessla

SYNT-LOPHTET

Up next is a happening on October 3, also that in Lund. 

Four DJs, five hours, and a fog-filled dance floor. Synt-Lophtet is back at Lophtet in Lund. The music ranges from melodic synthpop that gets the crowd singing along to heavy, danceable EBM, taking in futurepop, darkwave, and classics along the way. 

TONIGHT'S DJS: 

DJ Undine · 20+ years behind the decks and a regular at Vogon, electriXmas, Neostalgia, and PlanB. Futurepop, upbeat synthpop, classics, and some tasty aggrotech. 

Steve · Bats Out Of Helsingborg. Vogon, electriXmas, Neostalgia, and a regular in the booth at C'mon. A familiar face in the Swedish synth scene since the early 90s. 

Castrup · Bats Out Of Helsingborg. DJ since the 90s; from The Tivoli to Electronic Summer, Depeche Mode parties in Malmö and Copenhagen, and—above all—C'mon. 

DJ Urusagi · EBM, darkwave, and synthpop. Sets at Subkultfestivalen, Plan B, and JonFest. 

For more info, go to the page HERE 

DJ Thessla