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Jonathan Carbon
Naïve Magic: The Best Dungeon Synth of 2022 (Thus Far)
This edition of Dungeon Synth Digest takes stock of Dungeon Synth in 2022 and makes a list for everyone to check out
Pixelated Dungeons: The Adventures of Dungeon Synth and Chiptune
This edition of Dungeon Synth Digest explores the caves of chip inspired dungeon synth with a conversation with some of its foundational creators.
Naïve Magic: A Dungeon Synth Digest #11—Roundup
This edition of Dungeon Synth Digest gets through all of the tapes and esoteric trinkets that came in the mail during the last few months.
Naïve Magic: Imagination Never Fails… A Decade With Erang
This special edition of The Dungeon Synth Digest sits down with Erang, who is celebrating ten years making Dungeon Synth. We chat about ten years of music, the past, and the influences which shaped his records.
Naïve Magic: A Dungeon Synth Digest #10—Roundup
This edition of Dungeon Synth Digest gets through all of the tapes and esoteric trinkets that came in the mail during the last few months.
Cirkeln Paints “Thine Winter Realm Enthroned” In Glorious Shades of Black Metal (Early Track Stream)
We delve into the fantasy black metal world of Cirkeln while getting an education in Tolkien book covers.
Naïve Magic: A Dungeon Synth Digest #9—Comfy Synth
This edition of Dungeon Synth Digest settles down with a warm cup of tea and reads from the history of comfy synth.
Kaptain Carbon’s Top Dungeon Synth of 2021
Put on your robe and wizard hat—we're delving deep into the magical realms of dungeon synth. Kaptain Carbon, author of our "Naive Magic" column, lists his favorite dungeon synth releases this year.
Ulvesang Bring Haunting Folk to “Revolt and Regicide” Benefit Compilation (Track Premiere)
Ulvesang's dark folk brings a novel eclecticism to the dungeon synth-heavy opening half of Realm and Ritual's impending "Revolt and Regicide" benefit compilation.
Naïve Magic: A Dungeon Synth Digest #8—Dungeon Rap
This edition of Dungeon Synth Digest travels further into the weeds and examines the existence of dungeon rap.