Vaporwave, Retrowave, etc. are all interesting throwback forms that seem to be grounded in reproducing and modernizing a certain audiovisual aesthetic...without

Vaporwave, Retrowave, etc. are all interesting throwback forms that seem to be grounded in reproducing and modernizing a certain audiovisual aesthetic...without being specifically constrained by the forms being paid homage to. I find this movement very cool. For decades there's also been a few "underground" digital art scenes that are unusually vibrant and have gained some measure of respect outside of their specific milieus. The demoscene in particular has become famous for audio/visual and technical excellence that almost requires an educated and informed audience to appreciate on deep levels, but is also at least entertaining to non-in-crowd viewers.