The albums that define
coldwave.
Our picks for where to start with coldwave — with a one-line read on why each one matters.
The coldwave essentials
Twenty-four picks. Press play on any of them.
Molchat Doma
Etazhi
Ethereal synths and haunting vocals create a cold, melancholic soundscape that evokes both nostalgia and yearning.
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Monument
A haunting blend of coldwave and post-punk, underscored by nostalgic synth melodies and somber vocals.
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S krysh nashikh domov
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