Pacific Northwave Collective

UPDATE: luxury noise has been added to the Oct 10th lineup!

luxury noise is the musical project of Paul Nunn, a Denver-based electronic music producer, guitarist, and visual artist. His music blends elements of vaporwave breakbeats, ambient jungle, IDM, and ambient music, a style he affectionately refers to as "vaporbreaks" and "ASMR ding d**g music". Nunn also serves as a co-host on the internet music scene podcast "Hot Takes," and helps with other events and streams like i2k and V***r Aid. luxury noise performances feature live triggered visuals, moody rhythms, and lush soundscapes. During 2025-26, luxury noise has been performing and testing pieces off the nearly complete next LP at events around the US. Much of this new material will feature in the upcoming set.

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Spooky season is approaching us-the leaves change their colors, the chilly breeze settles through the streets and the skies dim earlier than expected...it can feel almost cinematic-like an eerie 80s B-Flick horror movie.

Why not enjoy the ambiance and reminisce to those soundtracks at Trouble Bar PDX this October 3rd for SYNTHCADIA?

We've got Vangelis and John Carpenter inspired tunes that will take you back to those classic movie soundtracks along with other local music showcases amongst the synth community.

Your guides and djs Moon Talk and Velocity 128 have got you covered.

Talk about your fave 80s horror flick and enjoy a drink with the PNWC this upcoming weekend! IT COULD BE YOUR LAST MWHAHAHAHA (it probably wont but the probability of an evil sentient cassette tape attacking you is slim-but never 0)

See you soon.

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PNWC PRESENTS: The Alphabet Zero, ODDitee & Limerence

Live at Shanghai Tunnel Bar, PDX, Oct 10th, 2026!

We've got one final outing back at Shanghai Tunnel Bar! With returning artists and new talent being showcased in this dreamy/synth filled night.

The Alphabet Zero a Popwave/Electronic Ambient Synth project from across the bridge in Vancouver, WA, "TAZ" had a brief stint in Nashville before returning to the PNW area. Writing soundtracks for film and tinkering with sounds-an underrated beacon amongst the PNWC members. He is returning with a few more live additions along with the debut of new music from his most recent album 'This Is Not The End'.

ODD a common and solidified fixture within the local synth community-releasing a new EP named 'Days Gone By' through the esteemed Rosso Corsa Records and recently performing at the cyberpunk festival Neotropolis: ODD has embraced his unique funky synth sound and incorporated more of his Latino heritage within his look and performance. Still and undeniably an unrelenting force of energy to hype the night.

patchnotes / limerence (fka patchnotes) is a moniker of Allen Schwendinger; a Portland based producer. Allen Started making music early pandemic after stumbling upon the predominantly online vaporwave scene. He started off making vaporwave, but then transitioned his sound into something more out of the 2010 era of Chillwave and electronic shoegaze.

We hope to see have you join us for one last nostalgic journey at Shanghai. 2026 has been an incredible year of PNWC synth events and we thank you for supporting us.

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The Alphabet Zero
patchnotes / limerence

Poster design DANIEL • QUASAR

Tickets here and in bio: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-alphabet-zero-odditee-limerence-daniel-quasar-at-shanghai-tunnel-bar-tickets-2001394291201?aff=oddtdtcreator

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SYNTH IN TRANSIT

Back 2 back shows, the night before in Seattle-the next in PDX! Returning to a familiar venue in Shanghai Tunnel Bar who have welcomed our retro synth community with open arms. This will be the Cassette Realese Show of Velocity 128 debuting new music and their full fledged duo live performance alongside 𝐈 𝐓 𝐄 𝐑 𝐀 𝐓 𝐈 𝐎 𝐍 𝐒.

NIGHT 2: SEPTEMBER 19TH, SATURDAY Shanghai Tunnel Bar PORTLAND, OR

Velocity 128 has become a reoccuring name within the blooming PNWC and Synth music community. Appearing in nearly every iteration of the bi-monthly SynthCadia synth nights- Retro tinged-Cinematic and electronic instrumentals with some modular flare makes for a unique sound and performance.

ODD Performimg early in Spring in the Mojave desert at Neotroplolis-ODDitee has recently released his second EP 'Days Gone By' once again on Rosso Corsa Records. Evolving to incorporate more crowd interaction, more intensity and more fun along with Latin, Dia De Lost Mu***os motifs-he continues to be a flurry of drumsticks, midi keyboards, keytars, vocals and dance-his performance is nonstop and unmatched energy. With a new shade of sound that harkons back to the early roots of Synthwave, its a performance not to miss.

futureflux84 Returning from their recent 3 day mini tour across the PNW in the summer including- Richland, Yakima and PDX-a dynamic synthwave duo, transporting listeners to a retro-futuristic realm where neon hues meet pulsating beats. Delivering a transcendent experience that transcends time, beckoning listeners to join them on a journey through the neon-lit corridors of tomorrow.

Daniel Quasar Recently releasing his latest album: "I Am..." - an Experimental Ambient extended play utilizing IDM, Downtempo, and elements of Electronica and Synthpop to craft an immersive experience. Its sonic and lyrical narrative paints an image framed by desire, longing, and the concept of "The End," taking the listener deeper into the great expanse we all share within ourselves. Fall into the sky as you float amongst the stars in this unique release from Daniel Quasar.

See you soon!

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SYNTH RETURNS TO SEATTLE

Its been nearly a year since PNWCs last venture up north in Seattle and we are once again bringing in local and talented favorites!

NIGHT 1: SEPTEMBER 18TH, FRIDAY Darrell’s Tavern SEATTLE, WA

Velocity 128 has become a reoccuring name within the blooming PNWC and Synth music community. Appearing in nearly every iteration of the bi-monthly SynthCadia synth nights- Velocity128 is returning as their full fledged duo with 𝐈 𝐓 𝐄 𝐑 𝐀 𝐓 𝐈 𝐎 𝐍 𝐒 . Retro tinged-Cinematic and electronic instrumentals with some modular flare makes for a unique sound and performance.

𝘿𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙢 𝘾𝙤𝙢𝙢𝙖𝙣𝙙𝙚𝙧 Recently releasing his newest EP 'Levels' and having a string of live appearances in both PDX and Seattle-thr combination of atmospheric and moody instrumentals with hints of retro arcade game motifs-along with impressive keyboard skills-he is definitely one to watch.

ODD Performimg early in Spring in the Mojave desert at Neotroplolis-ODDitee has recently released his second EP 'Days Gone By' once again on Rosso Corsa Records. Evolving to incorporate more crowd interaction, more intensity and more fun along with Latin, Dia De Lost Mu***os motifs-he continues to be a flurry of drumsticks, midi keyboards, keytars, vocals and dance-his performance is nonstop and unmatched energy. With a new shade of sound that harkons back to the early roots of Synthwave, its a performance not to miss.

futureflux84 Returning from their recent 3 day mini tour across the PNW in the summer including- Richland, Yakima and PDX-a dynamic synthwave duo, transporting listeners to a retro-futuristic realm where neon hues meet pulsating beats. Delivering a transcendent experience that transcends time, beckoning listeners to join them on a journey through the neon-lit corridors of tomorrow.

We cant wait to return! See you soon!

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Sometimes the reboots dont hit as well as the original classics but our grand return was met with a fantastic warm welcome. So we had announce The Sequel to the return to V I C E B E E R!

Its good to be back. So please, come and have a drink, fill up on some food and enjoy the Synthwave tunes as nostalgia takes over.

Many of our members tend to stay to chat for a while so if youd like more info on upcoming shows, music releases from artists or just wanna relax and make new retro friends-the PNWCA is here to indulge.

Velocity 128 will be riding solo on this one being your personal guide through this Synthwave Odyssey! (We've read the book actually, allegories and all that-heard the movie was good oh-)

Hope to see you this Saturday, August 15th!

6pm-10pm, ALL AGES, FREE ENTRY.

SYNTHCADIA: 4TH OF JULY

What better way to celebrate 250 years of Independence than with a drink, patriotic themed VHS classics and some Synthwave tunes? We've got you covered over Trouble Bar PDX on the 4th! Fireworks overhead, lets make the soundtrack to your night better.

Celebrate the night with tunes catered by our resident PNWC member and dj Velocity 128 along with very special guest and Trouble Bar regular DJ NORDICTRÅK!

Try our themed drink "Synth On The Beach", grab a bite to eat with a Trouble Dog and enjoy a classic americana film on the wall of CRT tvs while listening to 80s inspired tracks.

Looking forward to celebrating with you!

*SYNTHCADIA is every first Saturday of every month at Trouble Bar.*

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Some of you may have already noticed but for those still unaware-we have moved our June 27th, Saturday Yakima show from The Chainsaw Cat to Brews and adding EIFFEL. NULL. to the lineup rounding out the Synthwave Luau theme of the night! Our 3 day Synth weekend is still in effect and hope to see you grooving out with us soon!

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WEEKEND OF SYNTH AND CYBERPUNK IN PDX!

3 DAYS
3 CITIES
5 SYNTH BANDS/ARTISTS

The summer is kicking off hot and heavy with a weeekend of Synthwave and Cyberpunk across the PNW!! Capping off the weekend on June 28th, Sunday at Shanghai Tunnel Bar in Portland, OR!

Featured lineup:

futureflux84 a dynamic synthwave duo, transporting listeners to a retro-futuristic realm where neon hues meet pulsating beats. Delivering a transcendent experience that transcends time, beckoning listeners to join them on a journey through the neon-lit corridors of tomorrow.

Wolftron a solo dark synth, futuristic, cyborg, artist who hails from the Northwest, Washington State. Filled with intense bassline beats, melodic harmony tunes and rich vocal strings. It will lock onto your brain and soul and refuse let you go. Wolftron will take you to so many outer dimensions and worlds that you wouldnt think exist.

Λ Ｌ Ξ Ｘ ＬＩＧＨＴＳ P Ξ Ξ Ｄ a U.S. synthwave and EDM artist, utilizing vintage guitars, synths, and drums to produce masterful and unique outrun and retro music. A veteran of the PNW dance music scene, Lightspeed has cemented his legacy as one of the most distinguished and authentic artists in decades.

ODD a whirlwind of synths, keytars, vocals and dance-his performance is nonstop, unbrideled energy. With a new shade of sound that harkens back to the early roots of Synthwave, groovy basslines, dreamy pads, bold and bright synth melodies and an 80s- Euro tinged vocal base to tie it all together -dancing will be innevitable.

Neon and vintage synth sounds coming your way soon, so be sure to bring your fave choom and shake your chrome! Cyberpunk summer is here!

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WEEKEND OF SYNTH AND CYBERPUNK IN THE PNW!!!

3 DAYS
3 CITIES
5 SYNTH BANDS/ARTISTS

The summer is kicking off hot and heavy with a weeekend of Synthwave and Cyberpunk across the PNW! Starting in Richland, WA at June 26th, Friday then the following day June 27th, Saturday at in Yakima, WA and finally capping off the weekend on June 28th, Sunday at in Portland, OR!

Featured on the rotating lineups:

an eclectic indie/alt-rock group hailing from the PNW with an eclectic and often unpredictable sound blending synthetic post-punk and dance rock with a flair for the dramatic.

a dynamic synthwave duo, transporting listeners to a retro-futuristic realm where neon hues meet pulsating beats. Delivering a transcendent experience that transcends time, beckoning listeners to join them on a journey through the neon-lit corridors of tomorrow.

a solo dark synth, futuristic, cyborg, artist who hails from the Northwest, Washington State. Filled with intense bassline beats, melodic harmony tunes and rich vocal strings. It will lock onto your brain and soul and refuse let you go. Wolftron will take you to so many outer dimensions and worlds that you wouldnt think exist.

a U.S. synthwave and EDM artist, utilizing vintage guitars, synths, and drums to produce masterful and unique outrun and retro music. A veteran of the PNW dance music scene, Lightspeed has cemented his legacy as one of the most distinguished and authentic artists in decades.

a whirlwind of synths, keytars, vocals and dance-his performance is nonstop, unbrideled energy. With a new shade of sound that harkens back to the early roots of Synthwave, groovy basslines, dreamy pads, bold and bright synth melodies and an 80s- Euro tinged vocal bas to tie it all together -dancing will innevitable.

Neon and vintage synth sounds coming your way soon, so be sure to bring your fave choom and shake your chrome! Cyberpunk summer is here!

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