Hey there, fellow synth lovers! Remember those late-night drives in the '80s, windows down, with that shimmering synth line cutting through the humid air like a neon sign flickering to life? Yeah, me too—or at least, that's the vibe Trip Tease nails so effortlessly on his latest track "Palcon Funch." In a world where synthwave is exploding again (hello, Stranger Things soundtrack royalties), this Mexican producer drops a seven-minute gem that's equal parts dreamy escape and dancefloor ignition. If you're craving that italo disco pulse wrapped in nostalgic haze, buckle up—this one's for you.
Let's dive into the man behind the magic: Trip Tease, aka Carlos Salame, hails from Mexico City, born in 1991, and he's been crafting electronic soundscapes for over two decades. Picture this—a kid in the bustling streets of CDMX soaking up global beats, blending pop's catchy hooks with techno's relentless drive, lo-fi house's chill introspection, and synthwave's retro futurism. His melodic structures are like emotional roadmaps, guiding you through hazy atmospheres that feel both intimate and expansive. Salame's no stranger to the big leagues either; he's remixed heavy-hitters like Rhye and Polo & Pan, and collabed with talents such as Kris Berle, Ólafur Arnalds, Photay, and Alejandro Molinari. It's that cross-pollination that makes his work pop—think ethereal vocals floating over pulsating basslines, all engineered to hit you right in the nostalgia feels.
"Palcon Funch" is the standout from his fresh collab EP Sex Having Disco with Alain Vice (aka Carlos Saleme—wait, another Carlos? The synth gods are smiling), out now on Astrolead Recordings. Dropped just last month, this five-track ride clocks in at a breezy 37 minutes, but don't let the runtime fool you—it's a full-on cosmic journey. Kicking off with the wavy "Acapulco Wave" (pure beach-rock reverie), it builds to "Palcon Funch," a track that's got reviewers buzzing for its sly nod to old-school italo disco. At 110 BPM in B minor, it's got that mid-tempo groove that sneaks up on you, starting with lush, dreamy pads that evoke foggy '80s sunsets, then layering in funky bass stabs and shimmering arpeggios that scream nu-disco revival. Production-wise, Salame and Vice keep it clean yet immersive: no over-the-top effects, just spacey synths breathing like they're alive, punctuated by those crisp hi-hats that make your hips move involuntarily. Oh, and the title? A cheeky twist on "Falcon Punch," landing like a playful uppercut to your eardrums—hot, hazy, and utterly addictive.
What really elevates "Palcon Funch" is how it taps into today's synthwave surge. We're in the thick of a retro renaissance, with artists like The Midnight and FM-84 dominating playlists, but Trip Tease flips the script by infusing cosmic disco and beach rock edges. It's like if Daft Punk threw a pool party in 2098 (shoutout to the EP's closing track "Milano 2098," remixed by the legendary Prins Thomas for extra Diskomiks flair). In an industry buzzing with AI-generated beats and fleeting TikTok trends, Salame's organic, melody-driven approach feels like a breath of fresh (or should I say, vintage) air. Critics over at You and the Music called it a "clean dancefloor party melange," and I couldn't agree more—it's the kind of track that bridges underground clubs in Mexico City to global festivals, proving indie electronic is thriving.
As we wrap this up, "Palcon Funch" isn't just a song; it's a portal back to simpler vibes, reminding us why we fell for synthpop in the first place. Trip Tease is out here proving that nostalgia doesn't have to be dusty—it can groove, it can dream, and it can pack a punch. If you're spinning this on repeat, hit play on the full EP and let it transport you.
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What about you? Does "Palcon Funch" hit that 80s sweet spot, or are you team cosmic disco all the way? Drop your thoughts in the comments—I live for these chats. And if you've got a submission brewing, slide into my DMs. Let's keep the waves rolling!
