Trinkaus, Eriksson, and Kwid joined forces in 2015 to progress the sound of the current synthwave/retro/’80s scene. Combining synthwave sounds infused with elements of jazz fusion, ’80s library, and modern Shibuya-kei, they create a sophisticated blend of rich harmonic heavily melodic music that pairs well with a chilled glass of Dom Perignon.

Their main instruments of choice primarily consist of digital synthesizers manufactured in the 1980s in Japan with the frequent addition of live guitars. More information on the artists can be found at their individual music projects below.

Phaserland (Ross Trinkaus)

Phaserland is an ’80s inspired Future/Retro project from Detroit. Blending rich, saturated synthesizer tones that interweave melodies with guitar fantasies, Phaserland hopes to invoke wonder, nostalgia, future love, and perhaps a booty wiggle or two.

Soundcloud: @phaserlandmusic

Pengus (Gustav Eriksson)

A Swedish newcomer in the retro synth production scene. Gustav has practically lived in his studio since 2014, and has been working hard to get a foothold in both the commercial audio scene while remaining an independent artist. He really enjoys experimenting with new styles and vibes, but his love for 80′s digital synths tends to make him lean in that direction in seemingly every production.

Soundcloud: @pengus

Matt Kwid

Music producer and indie game developer located in Austin, Texas, Matt has been actively playing guitar and writing music for many years. Matt’s favorite musical weapons of choice are the Fender Stratocaster and the Yamaha DX7.

Soundcloud: @mattkwid

Art by the talented Heather Hermann

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TEK -  Volume 1

TEK Volume 1 Album Preview
A collaborative album from Pengus, Phaserland, and Matt Kwid. Available September 17th as a digital download, CD, and cassette.
www.telefuturenow.com
https://www.facebook.com/Teksynthmusic/

Album cover art by the talented Heather Hermann

TEK Vol. 1 (Album Preview) - Available on Telefuture

TEK - Volume 1 

A collaborative album from Pengus, Phaserland, and Matt Kwid. 

Available September 17th 2015 as a digital download, CD, and cassette on Telefuture Records.

www.telefuturenow.com
www.teksynthmusic.com

Album cover art by the talented Heather Hermann

Pengus & Phaserland - Fast Runnin'

TEK - Volume 1

A collaborative album from Pengus, Phaserland, and Matt Kwid.

Available September 17th 2015 as a digital download, CD, and cassette on Telefuture Records.

www.telefuturenow.com
www.teksynthmusic.com

Album cover art by the talented Heather Hermann

Pengus - First Class To Tokyo

Phaserland - Let's Meet Up

Pengus - Obsessing Much (ft. Matt Kwid)

Phaserland - Sideways

Pengus - Strolling Around (ft. Matt Kwid)

Pengus - Aijou Jazz

Matt Kwid - Bon Voyage

Pengus - Jackpot

Phaserland - Seaside Again

Matt Kwid - High Contrast

TEK - Volume 1

A collaborative album from Pengus, Phaserland, and Matt Kwid.

Available September 17th 2015 as a digital download, CD, and cassette on Telefuture Records.

www.telefuturenow.com
www.teksynthmusic.com

Album cover art by the talented Heather Hermann


Phaserland - Transport Beauty

Pengus - Shiny Morning

TEK Music Project - "Volume 1" album released 9/17/2015 https://soundcloud.com/tek-synth
https://telefuturenow.bandcamp.com/album/volume-one

Album Review by Divide and Conquer: https://goo.gl/LZZx2H
"it's as close to a flashback to the ‘80s you can have without actually having a time machine"

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"The Gordian Knot" mobile game released 04/05/2015
https://www.facebook.com/thegordianknotgame

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"Passive Listener" album released 11/05/2013

Album Review by Hypnagogue: 
http://goo.gl/aWdnlR
"While Passive Listener retains a strong retro feel for most of its run, Kwid throws intriguing curveballs into the mix. It’s why the release has become one of my preferred downtime listens"

Album Review by Divide and Conquer: https://tinyurl.com/yycznho6
"It is a time machine into the future and a capsule into the past."