By Mike Romero
With so much music in the Provo music scene, it’s easy to get sucked in and start listening to music in a bubble. It’s always great to see what awaits you in the broader world of sonic textures, and to find new recommendations that can inspire you to make music differently than you did before.
Hailing from Luxembourg, Magnus & John are a synth pop duo whose penchant for soaring vocals and rumbling production is sure to please fans of ’80s synth pop revival. Their latest track, “Sublime,” wouldn’t feel out of place on Carpenter Brut’s Blood Machines soundtrack.
The track will thrill fans of Kraftwerk and U2 in equal measure. The synths are EPIC, with very cool arpeggiators, gnarly bass, and THICK pads. Magnus & John not only nail the vibe, but elevate it with Bono-esque vocals. Ohad NISSIM’s mix and master shouldn’t be overlooked – everything gels and locks as it should. It’s a cool blend of the retro and the futuristic, and definitely worth a listen.
If you like what you hear, make sure to follow Magnus & John on Instagram. You can hear their song “Sublime” below.