Can understand it also, as:
Nostalgia, 80s, 90s

Categorize it as:
Impressionism, Modernism

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Detailed Description

Retrowave is a subgenre of electronic music and visual arts that draws inspiration from 1980s culture, music, and art. The term was coined by music producer and DJ, Kavinsky, in 2010. The style is characterized by its use of synthesizers and drum machines, as well as its retro-futuristic aesthetic. Retrowave has been gaining popularity in recent years, with a number of artists and labels releasing music and art in the style. Some of the most famous retrowave artists include Kavinsky, Perturbator, Carpenter Brut, and Danger. The retrowave aesthetic is often inspired by movies and video games from the 1980s, as well as the art of that era. This can be seen in the work of many retrowave artists, who often incorporate elements of neon and chrome into their work. Retrowave is not just limited to music, but extends to other forms of art as well. There are a number of retrowave artists who create visual art, often in the form of digital paintings and illustrations. These artists often take inspiration from 80s pop culture, as well as the retro-futuristic aesthetic. Some of the most famous retrowave visual artists include Dain Yoon, Simon Stalenhag, and Robert Beatty. Retrowave art often features bright colors and bold patterns, as well as a sense of nostalgia for the 1980s. If you’re interested in exploring the world of retrowave, be sure to check out the work of some of the artists and labels mentioned above. You can also find a wealth of retrowave art and music on sites like Bandcamp and Soundcloud.

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1. Retrowave is a subgenre of electronic music that pays homage to the 1980s.

2. The genre is often characterized by synthesizers, drum machines, and retro video game soundtracks.

3. Retrowave artists often take inspiration from 80s pop culture, including movies, TV shows, and video games.

4. The genre first gained popularity in the early 2010s with the rise of synthwave artists like Kavinsky and College.

5. Retrowave has since evolved to include a variety of subgenres, including outrun, darksynth, and future funk.

6. While retrowave often has a nostalgic or melancholic tone, some artists use the genre to create more upbeat or positive music.

7. Retrowave is often associated with the visual aesthetic of vaporwave, which often features retro graphics and imagery.

8. Some well-known retrowave artists include The Midnight, Timecop1983, FM-84, and Gunship.

9. Retrowave often features heavy use of synthesizers and drum machines, resulting in a retro sound.

10. Synthesizers commonly used in retrowave include the Roland Juno-106 and Yamaha DX7.

11. Drum machines often used include the Roland TR-808 and TR-909.

12. Retrowave tracks often have a slow tempo, typically ranging from 80 to 110 BPM.

13. The genre is often heavily influenced by 80s pop and new wave music.

14. Artists often use vintage hardware and software to create their music, giving it a more authentic 80s sound.

15. Retrowave often features elements of other genres, including synth-pop, darkwave, and electro.

16. The genre has been used in a variety of media, including movies, TV shows, and video games.

17. Retrowave has been featured in the movies Drive and The Guest, as well as the TV show Stranger Things.

18. A number of video games have also used retrowave soundtracks, including Hotline Miami and Far Cry 3: Blood Dragon.

19. While retrowave is often electronic-based, some artists have incorporated live instruments into their music.

20. Retrowave is continuing to grow in popularity, with new artists and subgenres emerging all the time.
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Artists (be aware, speculation possible):

1. Janelle Monáe (1985-) 2. Grimes (1988-) 3. CHVRCHES (2011-) 4. Purity Ring (2010-) 5. Beach House (2004-) 6. M83 (2001-) 7. Neon Indian (2006-) 8. Washed Out (2009-) 9. Toro y Moi (2009-) 10. Com Truise (2011-) 11. Anoraak (2008-) 12. Timecop1983 (2011-) 13. The Midnight (2008-) 14. Kavinsky (2005-) 15. Carpenter Brut (2012-) 16. Perturbator (2012-) 17. Danger (2009-) 18. Lazerhawk (2007-) 19. Dynatron (2011-) 20. Dan Terminus (2014-) 21. GosT (2011-) 22. Vektroid (2010-) 23. FM-84 (2015-) 24. The Outrunners (2016-) 25. Makeup and Vanity Set (2010-) 26. Miami Nights 1984 (2012-) 27. Le Cassette (2011-) 28. Protector 101 (2011-) 29. Waveshaper (2011-) 30. Neon Nox (2015-)

Artworks (be aware, speculation possible)

1. “The Great Wave off Kanagawa” by Katsushika Hokusai (1829-1833) 2. “The Hay Wagon” by Andrew Wyeth (1937) 3. “Nighthawks” by Edward Hopper (1942) 4. “American Gothic” by Grant Wood (1930) 5. “The Persistence of Memory” by Salvador Dali (1931) 6. “The Scream” by Edvard Munch (1893) 7. “The Starry Night” by Vincent van Gogh (1889) 8. “The Birth of Venus” by Sandro Botticelli (1486) 9. “The Mona Lisa” by Leonardo da Vinci (1503-1519) 10. “The Last Supper” by Leonardo da Vinci (1495-1498) 11. “Guernica” by Pablo Picasso (1937) 12. “The Night Watch” by Rembrandt van Rijn (1642) 13. “The Haystack in the Floods” by J.M.W. Turner (1840) 14. “The Fighting Temeraire” by J.M.W. Turner (1839) 15. “The Sistine Chapel Ceiling” by Michelangelo (1508-1512) 16. “The Creation of Adam” by Michelangelo (1511) 17. “The Statue of David” by Michelangelo (1501-1504) 18. “The Vitruvian Man” by Leonardo da Vinci (1490) 19. “The Last Judgment” by Michelangelo (1534-1541) 20. “The Ghent Altarpiece” by Jan van Eyck (1432) 21. “The Arnolfini Portrait” by Jan van Eyck (1434) 22. “The Madonna of the Pinks” by Raphael (1506-1507) 23. “The Madonna and Child” by Michelangelo (1497-1498) 24. “The Sistine Madonna” by Raphael (1513-1514) 25. “The School of Athens” by Raphael (1509-1511) 26. “The Transfiguration” by Raphael (1516-1520) 27. “The Baptism of Christ” by Andrea del Verrocchio (1475-1478) 28. “The Annunciation” by Leonardo da Vinci (1472-1475) 29. “The Adoration of the Magi” by Leonardo da Vinci (1481-1482) 30. “The Battle of Anghiari” by Leonardo da Vinci (1503-1505)

Epoch

The art style Retrowave emerged in the early 2010s.