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Synth & Surf Saloon: More Electro-aggression with Kevin “Von Schnell” Snell (Part 2 of 2)

In the conclusion of our 2-part conversation with Kevin Snell (Chmcl Str8jckt, Von Schnell, Handsome Abominations), we talk ’80s icons like Howard Jones, Gary Numan and OMD and discuss why A.I. is an affront to all art forms. We also play a couple of Von Schnell tracks in their entirety: an industrialized cover of the…

Synth & Surf Saloon: Electro-Aggression with Kevin “Von Schnell” Snell (Part 1)

Host Jeff Cioletti finally sits down with old friend Kevin Snell of NJ/Texas industrial outfit Chmcl Str8jckt explores his synth-fluences & gives the lowdown on his side projects Von Schnell and Handsome Abominations. Subscribe wherever you get podcasts!

Synth & Surf Saloon: Kraftwerk, Riki, Donzii & the Upcoming Summer of Synth & Surf

We recap some recent live shows by Kraftwerk, Riki, Donzii and Delores Galore, and we preview some of the top surf rock, synthpop, industrial, EDM, post-punk and dark wave festivals from now through the fall of 2025.

Synth & Surf Saloon: Classic Finds from Yazoo, Depeche Mode, Surfaris, Phantom Surfers, Ministry & More!

On the latest episode of the podcast, we continue to visit record stores around the world with classic vinyl record finds from the likes of Yazoo, The Phantom Surfers, The Surfaris, Erasure, Depeche Mode, Visage and more! For recipes: Leipziger Rouladenwww.daringgourmet.com/rouladen-recipe/ Czech Bread Dumplingswww.cooklikeczechs.com/houskove-kned…ad-dumplings/ Drinks Links: leipziger-spirituosen-manufaktur.de/?fbclid…1tjxIvQ

Synth & Surf Saloon Episode 2: Vinyl Shopping in London & Ottawa

Host Jeff Cioletti discusses some recent trips to London, UK and Ottawa, Canada and the spoils of his record hunting there. Bands include Telex, Soft Cell, The Ventures, The Phantoms, Japanese Television. Alien Sex Fiend, Sextile, the Phantoms, and Yazoo. Fix yourself a gin & tonic, grab a shawarma, and give it a listen!

At Long Last: The 1st Official Episode of the Synth & Surf Saloon is Here!

In this episode we spotlight some of the best surf guitar and synth-based records of 2024 and offer some booze & snack recommendations to wash them down.