SPANISH SYNTH WAVE W/ KAPI

Kapi’s work in vinyl “sound archaeology” captures a unique part of Spain's music history, exploring the Synth Wave, Minimal Synth, and Techno Pop movements that thrived in the 1980s. This period was transformative in Spain, coinciding with the country's transition to democracy and a cultural revolution among its youth. These genres are characterized by their predominant use of synthesizers and drum machines, which produced futuristic and danceable sounds that stood in stark. Spain's younger generations, drawn to electronic experimentation and modernism. Iconic bands like Heroica, Vocoder, Última Emoción, Oviformia SCI, Fanzine, Septimo Sello, Tiempo 555, El Aviador Dro Y Sus Obreros Especializados, Touriste De Luxe, Vam Cyborg, Deus Ex Machina or Demian became pioneers, skillfully integrating synthesizers, drum machines, and a minimalistic yet romantic aesthetic. This era also embraced Spanish-singing international acts, such as Peter Schilling with his Spanish version of "Major Tom" and Cetu Javu, whose Spanish-influenced vocalist added cultural depth. Fueled by DIY ethics and independent labels, these artists not only shaped Spanish electronic music but also added social and political themes, creating a distinct genre that is still cherished by collectors and electronic music enthusiasts today.