The Virtual Ocean

Vaporwave is an art aesthetic that embodies the anxiety, disillusionment, and nihilism of the modern world.

In music form, vaporwave dives deep into these unconscious anxieties, manifesting sounds from past decades - warping them, manipulating them, and summoning the ghost of the good times that were promised by modern capitalism, but never came.

Vaporwave is an expression of the pains of the collective modern unconscious, taking the form of heroin-level escapism, ecstasy-inducing pop music, or dystopian ambient worlds.

Because of its internet-based nature, its aesthetics have evolved so rapidly, further reflecting the chaotic subconscious of the modern mind.

Vaporwave captures the modern unconscious of humans raised by the internet succinctly, and understanding this art form matters.

In each episode, we listen to tracks that make up genre and give our thoughts, analysis, emotions, and commentary on them. Let's set sail on the Virtual Ocean.

And now, for today’s episode.

This is the debut album of Italian vaporwave artist Paradox. This album has nice elements of both vaporwave and lofi, and will lull you into a peaceful zen that you didn't know you needed.

Let's set sail for Paradox's Paradox Dreams. 

Vaporwave is an art aesthetic that embodies the anxiety, disillusionment, and nihilism of the modern world.

In music form, vaporwave dives deep into these unconscious anxieties, manifesting sounds from past decades - warping them, manipulating them, and summoning the ghost of the good times that were promised by modern capitalism, but never came.

Vaporwave is an expression of the pains of the collective modern unconscious, taking the form of heroin-level escapism, ecstasy-inducing pop music, or dystopian ambient worlds.

Because of its internet-based nature, its aesthetics have evolved so rapidly, further reflecting the chaotic subconscious of the modern mind.

Vaporwave captures the modern unconscious of humans raised by the internet succinctly, and understanding this art form matters.

In each episode, we listen to tracks that make up genre and give our thoughts, analysis, emotions, and commentary on them. Let's set sail on the Virtual Ocean.

And now, for today’s episode.

This is our second 식료품groceries's record on this show. The concept of this particular album is extremely fascinating.  인터넷 쇼핑 (Ascension) is the musical expression of the dopamine cycle of online shopping. It treats the modern-day capitalist consumption cycle as almost a force of nature, something that we can't break out of, and musically it almost honors it the way an artist would honor true natural forces like the ocean, or a mountainscape.

Let's set sail for 식료품groceries' 인터넷 쇼핑 (Ascension).

Vaporwave is an art aesthetic that embodies the anxiety, disillusionment, and nihilism of the modern world.

In music form, vaporwave dives deep into these unconscious anxieties, manifesting sounds from past decades - warping them, manipulating them, and summoning the ghost of the good times that were promised by modern capitalism, but never came.

Vaporwave is an expression of the pains of the collective modern unconscious, taking the form of heroin-level escapism, ecstasy-inducing pop music, or dystopian ambient worlds.

Because of its internet-based nature, its aesthetics have evolved so rapidly, further reflecting the chaotic subconscious of the modern mind.

Vaporwave captures the modern unconscious of humans raised by the internet succinctly, and understanding this art form matters.

In each episode, we listen to tracks that make up genre and give our thoughts, analysis, emotions, and commentary on them. Let's set sail on the Virtual Ocean.

And now, for today’s episode.

We dive into the dark, heavy beats of NxxxxxS with his 2017 album "Remember Last Summer". A well produced, deep sounding vaportrap record that makes you headbang as you reminisce on your directionless existence.  

Vaporwave is an art aesthetic that embodies the anxiety, disillusionment, and nihilism of the modern world.

In music form, vaporwave dives deep into these unconscious anxieties, manifesting sounds from past decades - warping them, manipulating them, and summoning the ghost of the good times that were promised by modern capitalism, but never came.

Vaporwave is an expression of the pains of the collective modern unconscious, taking the form of heroin-level escapism, ecstasy-inducing pop music, or dystopian ambient worlds.

Because of its internet-based nature, its aesthetics have evolved so rapidly, further reflecting the chaotic subconscious of the modern mind.

Vaporwave captures the modern unconscious of humans raised by the internet succinctly, and understanding this art form matters.

In each episode, we listen to tracks that make up genre and give our thoughts, analysis, emotions, and commentary on them. Let's set sail on the Virtual Ocean.

And now, for today’s episode.

Today's episode is truly a masterpiece. Giant Claw is no stranger to The Virtual Ocean's curation, but this episode features one of the best albums we've featured on this show. Mirror Guide is a symphonic experience through the ins and outs of what appears to be a reflection of consciousness. It evokes feelings of benevolence, grief, terror, and elation. You'll just have to listen to it and see what we mean.

Let's set sail for Giant Claw's Mirror Guide. 

Vaporwave is an art aesthetic that embodies the anxiety, disillusionment, and nihilism of the modern world.

In music form, vaporwave dives deep into these unconscious anxieties, manifesting sounds from past decades - warping them, manipulating them, and summoning the ghost of the good times that were promised by modern capitalism, but never came.

Vaporwave is an expression of the pains of the collective modern unconscious, taking the form of heroin-level escapism, ecstasy-inducing pop music, or dystopian ambient worlds.

Because of its internet-based nature, its aesthetics have evolved so rapidly, further reflecting the chaotic subconscious of the modern mind.

Vaporwave captures the modern unconscious of humans raised by the internet succinctly, and understanding this art form matters.

In each episode, we listen to tracks that make up genre and give our thoughts, analysis, emotions, and commentary on them. Let's set sail on the Virtual Ocean.

And now, for today’s episode.

The early 2000's internet is described by some as the Golden Age of the Internet. There is a distinct nostalgia for this era from its decentralized nature and humanity adjusting to such new possibilities from the internet. Wichita Limewire's album "Still On The Lime" combines meme vaporwave with some great future funk concepts, resulting in a vaporwave album that explores Y2K piracy, the dangers of the internet at the time, and the nostalgia that comes with it.

Let's set sail for Wichita Limewire's Still on The Lime.

Vaporwave is an art aesthetic that embodies the anxiety, disillusionment, and nihilism of the modern world.

In music form, vaporwave dives deep into these unconscious anxieties, manifesting sounds from past decades - warping them, manipulating them, and summoning the ghost of the good times that were promised by modern capitalism, but never came.

Vaporwave is an expression of the pains of the collective modern unconscious, taking the form of heroin-level escapism, ecstasy-inducing pop music, or dystopian ambient worlds.

Because of its internet-based nature, its aesthetics have evolved so rapidly, further reflecting the chaotic subconscious of the modern mind.

Vaporwave captures the modern unconscious of humans raised by the internet succinctly, and understanding this art form matters.

In each episode, we listen to tracks that make up genre and give our thoughts, analysis, emotions, and commentary on them. Let's set sail on the Virtual Ocean.

And now, for today’s episode.

It is with deep condolence that we mourn the passing of Brazilian vaporwave artist Lindsheaven Virtual Plaza. LVP has been in the vaporwave scene in 2013 and recently passed away. In this episode, we honor them and memorialize their work with their standout ambient album, "NTSC Memories." This album takes on a new context in light of recent events, and it brings to ponder the purpose of art in life and death. This listen teaches us the value of one's art as a monument to a human being beyond death, and combining this with the hazy nostalgia of vaporwave, NTSC Memories is certainly an emotional journey that reminds us of the sweetness of our limited time on earth.

Let's set sail for Lindsheaven Virtual Plaza's NTSC Memories.

THE "LET'S LISTEN" VAPORWAVE PODCAST.

Vaporwave is an art aesthetic that embodies the anxiety, disillusionment, and nihilism of the modern world.

In music form, vaporwave dives deep into these unconscious anxieties, manifesting sounds from past decades - warping them, manipulating them, and summoning the ghost of the good times that were promised by modern capitalism, but never came.

Vaporwave is an expression of the pains of the collective modern unconscious, taking the form of heroin-level escapism, ecstasy-inducing pop music, or dystopian ambient worlds.

Because of its internet-based nature, its aesthetics have evolved so rapidly, further reflecting the chaotic subconscious of the modern mind.

Vaporwave captures the modern unconscious of humans raised by the internet succinctly, and understanding this art form matters.

In each episode, we listen to tracks that make up genre and give our thoughts, analysis, emotions, and commentary on them. Let's set sail on the Virtual Ocean.

And now, for today’s episode.

For our 50th episode, we re-listen to a vaporwave classic to see how even 10 years later, it's still the most important records of the 2010s.  

THE "LET'S LISTEN" VAPORWAVE PODCAST.

Vaporwave is an art aesthetic that embodies the anxiety, disillusionment, and nihilism of the modern world.

In music form, vaporwave dives deep into these unconscious anxieties, manifesting sounds from past decades - warping them, manipulating them, and summoning the ghost of the good times that were promised by modern capitalism, but never came.

Vaporwave is an expression of the pains of the collective modern unconscious, taking the form of heroin-level escapism, ecstasy-inducing pop music, or dystopian ambient worlds.

Because of its internet-based nature, its aesthetics have evolved so rapidly, further reflecting the chaotic subconscious of the modern mind.

Vaporwave captures the modern unconscious of humans raised by the internet succinctly, and understanding this art form matters.

In each episode, we listen to tracks that make up genre and give our thoughts, analysis, emotions, and commentary on them. Let's set sail on the Virtual Ocean.

And now, for today’s episode.

The Midnight is a well renowned duo in the synthwave world. Their album "Nocturnal" takes on the intense emotions that arise in the late night, like lust, love and regret. As our show ventures deeper in the world of synthwave, Noctural shows us what's possible when combining beautiful lyrics, deep synth textures, and the release of a repressed shadowy mood. 

THE "LET'S LISTEN" VAPORWAVE PODCAST.

Vaporwave is an art aesthetic that embodies the anxiety, disillusionment, and nihilism of the modern world.

In music form, vaporwave dives deep into these unconscious anxieties, manifesting sounds from past decades - warping them, manipulating them, and summoning the ghost of the good times that were promised by modern capitalism, but never came.

Vaporwave is an expression of the pains of the collective modern unconscious, taking the form of heroin-level escapism, ecstasy-inducing pop music, or dystopian ambient worlds.

Because of its internet-based nature, its aesthetics have evolved so rapidly, further reflecting the chaotic subconscious of the modern mind.

Vaporwave captures the modern unconscious of humans raised by the internet succinctly, and understanding this art form matters.

In each episode, we listen to tracks that make up genre and give our thoughts, analysis, emotions, and commentary on them. Let's set sail on the Virtual Ocean.

And now, for today’s episode.

Oddling's Infinity is an astral projection in synthwave form. Each track takes you on a unique journey through the infinite beauty of space. It's lucid, adventurous, and alive.  It's certainly one of our favorite albums on this show by far. 

Let's set sail for Oddling's Infinity.

THE "LET'S LISTEN" VAPORWAVE PODCAST.

Vaporwave is an art aesthetic that embodies the anxiety, disillusionment, and nihilism of the modern world.

In music form, vaporwave dives deep into these unconscious anxieties, manifesting sounds from past decades - warping them, manipulating them, and summoning the ghost of the good times that were promised by modern capitalism, but never came.

Vaporwave is an expression of the pains of the collective modern unconscious, taking the form of heroin-level escapism, ecstasy-inducing pop music, or dystopian ambient worlds.

Because of its internet-based nature, its aesthetics have evolved so rapidly, further reflecting the chaotic subconscious of the modern mind.

Vaporwave captures the modern unconscious of humans raised by the internet succinctly, and understanding this art form matters.

In each episode, we listen to tracks that make up genre and give our thoughts, analysis, emotions, and commentary on them. Let's set sail on the Virtual Ocean.
And now, for today’s episode.


VHSテープリワインダー's Red Light District is a 2015 classic vaporwave record that was actually recorded and played back on VHS. This album combines the lustful emotions of the red light district with the dystopian nostalgia of vaporwave; and it sounds authentic af.