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My friend @oscarcontender filmed and edited this sweet video for my song Life Flex Ultra. Most of it was shot when I performed @belltownyachtclub and some of it at his house. It’s kind of strange being in a music video where you are literally in every single frame but I really love how it turned out, and I’m looking forward to working on more projects with Adam in the future! Go check out his other awesome video work when you have a chance...and ALSO come check out my live set this Thursday @lofiseattle with @atomicpines and @cybertigermusic . Cheers! (link to the full video in my main page) 🎹 - #newvideo #lifeflexultra #musicvideo #liveperformancevideo #synth #creativevideo #synthwavevideo #synthfam #seattlesynth #livesynth #oscarcontender #belltownyachtclub #spacesynth #lasers #korg #korgkross #korgkross2 #onemanband #80ssynth #videogamemusic

I have a new single out available on all platforms. The Sentinel is a two part meditative electronic piece that begins with a stoic breeze and eventually builds its way up to a fruitful climax, and it’s full of textures. I'll also be performing in Seattle @lofiseattle Thursday, April 13 with @atomicpines and @cybertigermusic for those of you who enjoy and like to support live music. Come relish the final days of this long standing, eclectic local music venue with us. Hope to see some of you out there! 🎹 #newrelease #seattlemusic #seattlesynth #synthfam #bandcampfriday #instrumentalsynth #electronicmusic #synthmusic #newmusic #livesynth #pnwmusic #synthwave #cinematicelectronicmusic

SHOW ANNOUNCEMENT Saturday, June 20 @addaball @jupejupemusic (hot off the recent release of King of Sorrows) @swanderer.band (Ballet Arcane LP Release) @dreamcommander (Levels EP Release) Save the date now, and start off your summer right with this killer DOUBLE RELEASE show from two up and comers Dream Commander and Swanderer, with seasoned synth-goth-pop veterans Jupe Jupe closing the night out. Swanderer has recently released two singles and is gearing up to drop their new full length Ballet Arcane, after building up some steam with their recent live performances around town. Dream Commander has been in hibernation but will be unveiling his new EP Levels on this evening of musical delight. His latest EP will be a bold step forward both sonically and creatively. We’re so excited to share this event with you all, so be sure to mark your calendars accordingly, and we hope to see you at the arcade! (...bring quarters) 🎟️ ticket link - /e/dream-commander-2026-06-20-add-a-ball-amusements-seattle-421d25 #seattlemusic #pnwmusicscene #seattleconcerts #livemusicseattle #seattlemusicscene #seattlenightlife #seattlesynth #seattleindiemusic #bringquarters

Weekend of Synth was definitely one to remember! I felt so fortunate to be able to share the stage with @imtheus3r @odditee_ @danielquasar and @velocity128 Looking forward to doing this kind of thing again in the near future! Meanwhile, I’ll be hibernating for the next few months in preparation to release my new EP which I’m hoping will be finished very soon. And don’t forget, I still have a few shirts for sale over in the Bandcamp store.👚 Thanks to all who were able to help be a part of it and thanks to @nofunportland and @goodtimesbadbar for having us! Videos captured by @topsytishy @pacificnorthwave @j_lim23rd 🎹🔮🎵🎤 🎶 #seattlesynth #portlandsynth #synthmusic

SEATTLE NIGHT OF SYNTH!!! OCTOBER 26TH, SUNDAY @goodtimesbadbar SEATTLE, WA An unbelievably stacked lineup! @imtheus3r to summarize Seattle based dystopian pop-artist US3R would be a monumental task as his accolades stretch a vast, VAST landscape. Multiple Top 10 local radio chart appearances, over 750,000 streams on Spotify, countless interviews and a long tenured live presence with the likes of Parallels, Betamaxx, Street Cleaner, Moris Blak-the list just goes on AND ON. A musical phenom, his unique style blurs and breaks many electronic genres to create a sound so bold, diverse and original-pushing the boundaries while remaining familiar. His most recent album ‘Dopam1ne’ has been garnering significant positive feedback, with lead single “Hatesong” bringing a menacing but intoxicating allure. @danielquasar recently releasing their latest album ‘Memories Of A Future Never Came’ a multi-genre exploration of nostalgia and possibility, PDX based Daniel Quasar is elegant and innovative in their approach to their craft. Appearing live this summer with Alex Lightspeed and @dreamcommander for their album release, a diverse and expressive display of tracks spanning across 4 albums with vocals and synths-an experience like no other. @dreamcommander back in Seattle once again with his combination of atmospheric, moody instrumentals and hints of retro arcade game motifs-along with impressive keyboard skills. Musical educator by day and cosmic key playing aficionado by night! @odditee_ this event will make his first live appearance in Seattle marking a significant expanded reach for the PDX based artist. One of PNWCs leading figures, ambition and growth is what drives his unparalleled energetic performance. Vocals, keys, keytar and dance, you will be engaged from start to finish. See you there! #synthmusic #synth #synthwaveartist #synthwaveproducer #synthwave #synthwaveaesthetic #ｓｙｎｔｈｗａｖe #livemusicseattle #liveeventsseattle #seattle #seattlelife #seattlewa #seattleevents #seattlelive #seattlemusic #seattlelivemusic #seattleconcerts

COSMIC SYNTH NOSTALGIA: OCTOBER 25TH, SATURDAY @nofunportland @velocity128 has become a reaccuring name within the blooming PNWC and Synth music community. Appearing in nearly every iteration of the bi-monthly SynthCadia synth nights and recently djing for the official afterparty of the Rose City Comic Con- youll likely be seeing their name appear more often and for good reason. Retro tinged-Cinematic and electronic instrumentals with some modular flare makes for a unique sound and performance. @dreamcommander hot off the recent performance with Daniel Quasar at Twilight cafe earlier this summer-Seattle based Dream Commander is back live in PDX with his undeniable command of the keys. Appearing live at the legendary Bell Town Yacht Club as well as opening for the likes of GosT, US3R and Alex LightSpeed, his combination of atmospheric and moody instrumentals with hints of retro arcade game motifs-along with impressive keyboard skills-he is definitely one to watch. @odditee_ after making a bold debut back in Spring with Night Rider 87 and Businesswave officianado Michael Weber, the young and burgeoning masked artist is once again called to the stage. Recently releasing an EP under the legendary Rosso Corsa Records and making a guest appearance on this years cyberpunk, desert festival Neotropolis, the future looks promising for the upstart. 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. See you in PDX! #synthmusic, #synth, #synthwaveartist, #synthwaveproducer, #synthwave, #synthwavemusic, #synthpop, #ｓｙｎｔｈｗａｖｅ, #retro, #retrowave, #retrowaveaesthetic, #liveeventspdx, #livemusicpdx, #portland, #pdxevents, #local, #musiccollective, #pdxshows, #80s, #pdxconcerts, #portlandevents, #portlandmusic, #portlandlivemusic

Updated the blog with an artist focus on Seattle’s @dreamcommander 🎶 🎹 Read it at jonathan23rd.com (link in bio). Dream Commander is bringing that funky synthwave to Portland and Seattle with @danielquasar @velocity128 @odditee_ @imtheus3r in October! We cover Dream Commander’s creative origins, the Seattle music scene, and upcoming plans. #synthwave #retrowave #livesynth #electronicmusic #musicblog @pacificnorthwave

SEATTLE NIGHT OF SYNTH!!! NIGHT 2: OCTOBER 26TH, SUNDAY @goodtimesbadbar SEATTLE, WA An unbelievably stacked lineup in Seattle! @imtheus3r to summarize Seattle based dystopian pop-artist US3R would be a monumental task as his accolades stretch a vast, VAST landscape. Multiple Top 10 local radio chart appearances, over 750,000 streams on Spotify, countless interviews and a long tenured live presence with the likes of Parallels, Betamaxx, Street Cleaner, Moris Blak-the list just goes on AND ON. A musical phenom, his unique style blurs and breaks many electronic genres to create a sound so bold, diverse and original-pushing the boundries while remaining familiar. His most recent album 'Dopam1ne' has been garnering significant positive feedback, with lead single "Hatesong" bringing a menacing but intoxicating allure. @danielquasar recently releasing their latest album 'Memories Of A Future Never Came' a multi-genre exploration of nostalgia and possibility, PDX based Daniel Quasar is elegant and innovative in their approach to their craft. Appearing live this summer with Alex Lightspeed and @dreamcommander for their album release, a diverse and expressive display of tracks spanning across 4 albums with vocals and synths-an experience like no other. @dreamcommander returns to Seattle once again with his combination of atmospheric, moody instrumentals and hints of retro arcade game motifs-along with impressive keyboard skills. Music Educator by day and cosmic key playing aficionado by night! @odditee_ this event will make his first live appearance in Seattle marking a significant expanded reach for the PDX based artist. One of PNWCs leading figures, ambition and growth is what drives his unparralleled energetic performance. Vocals, keys, keytar and dance, you will be engaged from start to finish. See you in Seattle! #synthmusic, #synth, #synthwaveartist, #synthwaveproducer, #synthwave, #synthwaveaesthetic, #ｓｙｎｔｈｗａｖｅ , #livemusicseattle, #liveeventsseattle, #seattle, #seattlelife, #seattlewa, #seattleevents, #seattlelive, #seattlemusic , #seattlelivemusic, #seattleconcerts

PNWC RETURNS WITH 2 MORE SYNTH EVENTS!!! You read that right, we have 2 more events to round out the Autumn season with local PNWC members and some extra help from some talented hands from up north in Seattle. NIGHT 1: OCTOBER 25TH, SATURDAY @nofunportland @velocity128 has become a reaccuring name within the blooming PNWC and Synth music community. Appearing in nearly every iteration of the bi-monthly SynthCadia synth nights and recently djing for the official afterparty of the Rose City Comic Con- youll likely be seeing their name appear more often and for good reason. Retro tinged-Cinematic and electronic instrumentals with some modular flare makes for a unique sound and performance. @dreamcommander hot off the recent performance with Daniel Quasar at Twilight cafe earlier this summer-Seattle based Dream Commander is back live in PDX with his undeniable command of the keys. Appearing live at the legendary Bell Town Yacht Club as well as opening for the likes of GosT, US3R and Alex LightSpeed, his combination of atmospheric and moody instrumentals with hints of retro arcade game motifs-along with impressive keyboard skills-he is definitely one to watch. @odditee_ after making a bold debut back in Spring with Night Rider 87 and Businesswave officianado Michael Weber, the young and burgeoning masked artist is once again called to the stage. Recently releasing an EP under the legendary Rosso Corsa Records and making a guest appearance on this years cyberpunk, desert festival Neotropolis, the future looks promising for the upstart. 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. See you in PDX! #synthmusic, #synth, #synthwaveartist, #synthwaveproducer, #synthwave, #synthwavemusic, #synthpop, #ｓｙｎｔｈｗａｖｅ, #retro, #retrowave, #retrowaveaesthetic, #liveeventspdx, #livemusicpdx, #portland, #pdxevents, #local, #musiccollective, #pdxshows, #80s, #pdxconcerts, #portlandevents, #portlandmusic, #portlandlivemusic

I’ve got a couple of upcoming shows this month. July 17 @darrellstavern in Seattle Album release for @mechanicalplague w/ @replicasband July 25 @twilightcafeandbar in Portland Album release for @danielquasar w/ @alex_lightspeed & @moon__talk I plan on playing around three “new” tracks from an upcoming EP that’s in the works and hope to be releasing very soon. Let’s get this party started! #pnwmusicscene #seattlesynth #portlandsynth #livemusic #electronicmusic

It is UPON US May 31st, THIS SATURDAY an amazing show @addaball to celebrate the launch of the soundtrack by @dreamcommander for my game Saturday Super Day… a point and click exploratory choose your own adventure game. An incredible musical journey in Fremont with the VHS VJ stylings of Street Weeny followed by chip tune excellence from @nikolalazarwhallon 10 bucks at the door 🚪 #seattle #seattlemusic #pnw #music #90s #videogames #localmusic #videogames #poster #gigposter #art #soundtrack #arcade #saturday

@pacificnorthwave Presents Daniel Quasar Featuring: @alex_lightspeed @dreamcommander @moon__talk Come for a night of synth-infused music that will have you dancing, dreaming, and thinking about infinite futures. This show coincides with the release of Daniel Quasar's fourth album and debut on Retro Synth Records @retrosynthrecords 'Memories Of A Future Never Came', a collection of hard-hitting synths, dreamy soundscapes, and intentional lyricism. $10 Advance Tickets / $15 At The Door Doors at 7:30PM / Show at 8PM | 21+ Only /tickets/447778 ***Buying your ticket in advance gives you a voucher at the show for a free CD from Daniel Quasar or Alex Lightspeed*** @twilightcafeandbar 832 SE Grand Ave, Portland, OR 97214 Daniel Quasar (PDX) is a synth-infused artist, currently based in Portland OR, taking disparate ideas and genres and making them feel whole together. Cosmic soundscapes, intentional and grounded lyricism, and thought-provoking sonic choices come together to form something new and interesting. Their latest album "Memories Of A Future Never Came" is out soon through Retro Synth Records. Alex Lightspeed (PDX) is a synthwave and cyberpunk source of euphoria wrapped in cybernetic musicality, based in Vancouver, WA. Not just music but also a mixed media collage of sound, visual, and narrative writing, his latest album 'Lost Future' dropped recently via the legendary Rossa Corsa Records. Dream Commander (SEA) is contemplative synth instrumentals best listened to alone at a reasonable volume. Founded in 2019 by Seattle rock musician and educator Eric Junge, Dream Commander is an explorative electronic odyssey with modern and classic influences alike. His latest EP Worldbuilder "is full of unique, intriguingly interwoven synth tones, timbres and textures. It explores varied moods, emotions and images through ear-catching soundscapes as it unfolds." Moon Talk (PDX) is a Portland, OR based artist where vintage synths meet modern production techniques to satiate your brain's daily required dose of 80s inspired dream pop. /tickets/447778