Sometimes we think of synth and electronic music as coming primarily from NYC, LA, various parts of Europe. But if you’re here in San Francisco, you’ve heard lush and beautiful electronic soundscapes coming from studios big and small throughout the Bay Area. Here are my absolute favorites from 2020.Continue Reading

Adam's done what few musicians can do well, transitioning from band to solo artist while simultaneously radically shifting genres. "Piece of Mind" is exquisite electronic pop, expertly arranged as though he's been working in this style all along.Continue Reading

In the seventh episode of MISSION:MUSIC, Adam Brookes & Leanne of New Spell join the crew to talk about each of their histories as musicians and play a few songs for the show. Topics include how to tell the difference between organic sounds and electronically made ones, growing out of the sounds you started out...Continue Reading