Classtronaut find Synthwave solace on instrumentally beautiful EP, “Songs From Hospital Rooms”
With Songs From Hospital Rooms, Boise-based synthpop quartet Classtronaut transforms the pain and introspection of long nights into an electrifying 13-minute journey through emotion and sound. This 3-song EP is proof to the band’s ability to weave personal adversity into music that feels intimate yet universally relatable. Drawing from the haunting melodies of ’80s synthwave and infusing them with a modern, introspective edge, Classtronaut delivers a deeply evocative sophomore effort.
Opening with “Nightshift,” the EP sets a contemplative tone. The track is a sonic slow burn, filled with shimmering synth pads and a laidback rhythm that evokes the quiet stillness of hospital corridors late at night. It’s introspective yet hopeful, creating a meditative space that draws listeners into the EP’s world. The delicate interplay of layered synths and soft, resonant vocals feels like a lullaby for heavy hearts.
The second track, “Some Other People,” picks up the emotional pace, delivering a poignant exploration of connection and disconnection. The song’s dreamy production—tinged with arpeggiated synths and a subtle, pulsing beat—brings a cinematic quality to the introspective lyrics. Classtronaut’s ability to blend nostalgia with contemporary sensibilities shines here, creating a track that feels simultaneously retro and refreshingly modern.
Closing with “Orbit,” the EP crescendos into its most dynamic and energetic moment. The track’s soaring funky synth leads and punchy percussion radiate a sense of triumph, while the impassioned vocals channel a cathartic release. It’s a celebration of resilience, capturing the euphoric highs that follow the darkest lows. The juxtaposition of intricate production and raw emotion makes “Orbit” an unforgettable closer, leaving listeners on a high note that feels earned and authentic.
What sets Songs From Hospital Rooms apart is its ability to blend vulnerability with escapism. The EP doesn’t shy away from its roots in personal struggle, but it never dwells in despair. Instead, Classtronaut uses music as a vehicle for transformation, creating a soundscape where pain gives way to beauty, and introspection sparks creativity.
On this outstanding EP, Classtronaut proves they are more than just a rising name in synthpop—they are storytellers capable of turning life’s most difficult chapters into something profoundly beautiful. This EP isn’t just music; it’s a reminder of the healing power of art, and it’s one you’ll find yourself returning to again and again.
They’ve taken pain and experience and seemingly transformed it through musical precision to something that felt cathartic for us. We love it overwhelmingly and urge everyone out there to click those links below to listen and stay tuned for more.
Listen to “Songs From Hospital Rooms”
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