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Synthpop

Synthpop puts the synthesizer at the center of pop songwriting, a sound crystallized in the late 1970s and 1980s by acts like Depeche Mode, the Human League, and Pet Shop Boys. Cold electronic textures wrapped around warm melodies remain its signature tension.

Synthpop on Riffiter: 690 albums, 41 rated by the community, averaging 4.0/5, spanning 1972 to 2026, from 90 artists including Depeche Mode, Beach House, Charli XCX.

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FAQ

Who is the most popular synthpop artist?
The most popular synthpop artist on Riffiter is Depeche Mode, rated by 36 listeners.
What is the best synthpop album?
Ranked by community ratings, the best synthpop album on Riffiter is Violator by Depeche Mode (4.8/5 from 5 ratings). See the full best synthpop albums ranking.
How many synthpop albums are on Riffiter?
Riffiter has 690 albums, 41 rated by the community, averaging 4.0/5. Browse them all on the synthpop albums page.
When was synthpop's most active era?
By community ratings, the most active era for synthpop on Riffiter is the 2010s. Its catalogue here spans 1972 to 2026.

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