SYNAESTHETIC_TAPES 06 / MORE MORRICONE
A playlist to celebrate the synaesthetic genius and vision of Ennio Morricone, through a selection of lesser-known soundtrack cuts defeating the often limited understanding of the Maestro, including cocktail sambas, psychedelic experiments and groovy disco.
Synaesthetic Tapes 05 / Italoscillazioni
Milan-based musician and synth-collector ItalOscillazioni curated a playlist of Italo Disco gems and talked to Synaesthetic Magazine about his artistic vision.
Synaesthetic_Tapes 04 / Kit Sebastian
Ranging from Kitchen Sink Realism soundtracks to Soviet Disco, Kit Sebastian’s Kit and Merve curate a playlist reflecting on the aesthetics inspiring their music and chat to Synaesthetic Magazine about their latest release.
Synaesthetic_Tapes 03 / Reggae Not Reggae - Vol.I
Investigating white musicians’ fascination with reggae and its groove, journalist, DJ and curator Lorenzo Cibrario (Soho Radio, Sugo, Frieze) selected a flamboyant playlist where - regardless of genre, from Patti Smith to The Smiths - to stand out is the legacy of Jamaica in popular music.
Synaesthetic Tapes 02 / Charlatan Jazz
Bristol-based radio show and music promotion Charlatan Jazz explore the stylistic fluidity of contemporary British jazz in the new installment of Synaesthetic_Tapes. Founder and resident DJ Gabriel Gifford, helped by Kira Radley, put together a playlist that guides the listener to discover the new UK Jazz scene, beyond obvious circles.
Synaesthetic_Tapes 01 / The Orielles - Concrete Isolation
Finding inspiration in isolation, The Orielles’ Sid Dee-Halford selected an eclectic and evocative playlist for Synaesthetic Magazine blending jazz, ambient and experimental jams, from Liverpool to Ethiopia and back.
Synaesthetic_Tapes 00 / Space is the Place
Exploring popular culture’s fascination with space age and cosmic explorations, Synaesthetic_Tapes 00 - Space is the Place is a playlist featuring cosmic jazz, space disco, and experimental library music including the likes of Sun Ra, Piero Umiliani, Jamiroquai and Air.