Matt Williams Synthpop Symphony
About Synthpop Symphony
Synthpop Symphony is the ultimate destination for the finest selection of new and classic Modern Electronic Dance Music. Since its launch in 2018, the show has grown exponentially, now reaching over 60 countries each week. Artists, producers, remixers, and labels regularly submit their latest tracks, making it a go-to platform for fresh electronic sounds.
Each episode takes you on a thrilling journey through Electropop, New Wave, Synthwave, Italo Dance, and Alternative Independent Electronic Dance Music—from the iconic sounds of the ’80s to today’s cutting-edge tracks. Where else can you hear classic hits from Howard Jones, Depeche Mode, Erasure, and OMD alongside their hottest new releases? Plus, we showcase the best new synth-driven music from artists like Empire of the Sun, Cannons, Dua Lipa, Boy Harsher, Nuevo Testamento, Italoconnection, and more, along with exclusive remixes you won’t hear anywhere else.
Helmed by Los Angeles-based DJ Matt Williams, whose career began in 1987, Synthpop Symphony benefits from his extensive experience, from college radio to top Modern Rock station “The Edge,” where he launched The Underground Lounge mix show. Matt has also opened for A Flock of Seagulls, Anything Box, Red Flag, Cause and Effect, Moby, and The Prodigy. Collaborations with guest DJs and producers such as Matt POP, TSF DiscoMix, Sergei Elias, and Ross Alexander further expand the show’s reach, bringing in new audiences worldwide.
What truly sets Synthpop Symphony apart is its one-of-a-kind curation—seamlessly blending multiple styles into something truly special. Each mix is crafted to deliver an electrifying experience, fusing nostalgia with innovation to create an unforgettable sonic journey.
Whether you’re a longtime fan or new to the scene, Synthpop Symphony is here to satisfy your unyielding craving for dance.
Get ready to move—because at Synthpop Symphony, the rhythm is unstoppable!
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Matt Williams Synthpop Symphony
Synthpop Symphony 293 Electropop Synthpop Synthwave + Sinister Disco Mix & Synth Mix 293!
This week on Synthpop Symphony 293
Two full hours where the past, present, and future of synth-driven music come together!
We’re featuring Sheffield legends Heaven 17 in a special School of Synth spotlight — debuting their brand-new single “Something About You” followed by a powerful Heaven 17 Megamix of their greatest hits.
Plus, brand-new tracks from Phantogram, Christopher Anton, Future Analog, Blackbook, Isaac Howlett, Vaporin, and The Sound Veil Society.
We’ll dive into a Sinister Disco Mini-Mix featuring the brand-new Peter Wilson track “The Answer,” along with fresh Italo-disco energy from Doctr, Walsh & Company, and Ciao Ciao.
And to close the show — Synth Mix 293, loaded with remixes and floor-fillers from Bronski Beat, Paul Parker, Nuovo Testamento, Space Monkey, Ferry Corsten, Ross Alexander, and more.
Don’t miss Synthpop Symphony 293 — connecting the world through music.
Hour 1
Anything Box – Living in Oblivion [Epic/RCA]
Christopher Anton – Will You Be There (Celebrate the Nun remake) [Self-released]
Future Analog – Second Chances [Self-released]
Phantogram – In My Head [Republic/Universal]
Vaporin – Machines [Self-released]
The Sound Veil Society – OK [Self-released]
School of Synth – Heaven 17
Heaven 17 – Something About You [Self-released]
Heaven 17 – Megamix [Virgin/EMI]
Hour 2
Tears for Fears – Head Over Heels (Rhythm Scholar Remix) [Mercury]
Isaac Howlett & Eggshell – New Single [Self-released]
Blackbook – Stay Strange [Self-released]
Sinister Disco Mini-Mix
Peter Wilson – The Answer [Analog Language]
Doctor – This is Not Real [Independent]
Walsh & Company – Forget What I Forgot [Independent]
Ciao Ciao – When I Dream of You [Independent]
Synth Mix 293
Digitalo – Don’t Play (Hi-NRG Remake) [Digitalo]
Bronski Beat – Hit That Perfect Beat [London]
Nuovo Testamento – Heat (Digimax 80s Remix) [Avant! Records]
Space Monkey – On the Beam (Razormai Remix) [EMI]
Paul Parker – Right On Target (dB Remix) [Megatone]
Donna Summer ft. Adele – Rolling In (Remix) [White Label]
Ferry Corsten – We Belong (Extended Mix) [Flashover Recordings]
Ross Alexander – Blue Monday [Pumpin’ UK Media]