If you were to distill the feeling of driving a neon-lit coastal highway in 1985, listening to a synthetic drum machine, and singing about "Cyber Love" or "Russian Girls," you would get Italo Disco.
The first disc leans heavily into the emotional, high-energy synth-pop that defines the modern Italo sound. It features prominent returns from established 1980s figures alongside modern mainstays. va zyx italo disco new generation vol 23 2023
Disc 2 leans into diverse arrangements, from the space-synth vibes of Zene Witch & Kresikov to the high-energy "Don't Cry Tonight" remix by Block & Crown, which reimagines the Savage classic for modern Rimini-style clubbing. Why This Series Matters The Time Machine: A Guide to "ZYX Italo
One of the most remarkable aspects of New Generation Vol. 23 is the sonic clarity. Original 80s Italo Disco was often plagued by poor pressing quality, thin masters, and tape hiss. ZYX has ensured that Vol. 23 is loud, clean, and punchy. It features prominent returns from established 1980s figures