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Stranger Things Music: How a TV Show Reignited the Love for 80s Synths

Stranger Things didn’t just become a cultural phenomenon because of its story — its music played a massive role. The show reintroduced the emotional power of ’80s analog synths, sparked a global synthwave revival, and even pushed decades-old songs back to the top of the charts. This article breaks down how the soundtrack shaped modern music production, why analog imperfections matter, and how today’s producers can recreate that nostalgic, cinematic sound using modern tools like Serum.