Jupe Jupe Releases Synth-Pop and Darkwave Infused Single

Across seven albums, Jupe Jupe has created a catalog that blends synth-pop, the darkness of post-punk, and atmospheric elements. They are unafraid to explore emotional themes, wrapping them in a unique sound, showcased in “Kill Your Darlings”.

Kill Your Darlings

“There are sounds colored by breaths of Depeche Mode, Gary Numan and OMD, and even some quick little winks and grins towards Haircut 100 and early Cure. Sonic references to further the genre and push it into the future. A future that is danceable, joyous, and stained with beautiful melancholy.” Says The Big Takeover

Synth-pop and post-punk fusion band Jupe Jupe have unleashed a new single, titled “Kill Your Darlings”. The song arrives paired with a visualizer, which showcases various black and white scenes. Clips of scissors, driving, and the song title cycle throughout the video. The song is perfect for fans of Depeche Mode, with a touch of The Cure, Cold Cave, Nation of Language, and Psychedelic Furs.

The song is available on all streaming platforms now!

“Anyone with even a passive appreciation for expertly applied, fluid synth riffs, drama-filled vocals, infectious pop choruses, and deft dance-rock grooves will be able to ease right in.” States All Music Guide.

Guitarist and Multi-instrumentalist Bryan Manzo spoke about the new single, “Darkwave and Post-Punk…’Synthesis’ is not just about electricity, but also about texture and sound. What if Marc Bolan played guitar on Depeche Mode’s Black Celebration or Trent Reznor programmed synths on Echo and the Bunnymen’s Heaven Up Here? That is the sonic firmament we tried to build for ‘Kill Your Darlings.’ Through that we wanted to drive a pulsing bass, tribal drums, and post-punk rhythmic guitar jangle. The lyrics, which often arrive more as a process of channeling than grinding, tell a tale with which every artist struggles; what to keep and what to kill. We hope this song provides a fresh heartbeat for introspective listeners looking for sanctuary, out in the darkness of the Pacific Northwest.”

King of Sorrows

“Kill Your Darlings” is the first single from Jupe Jupe’s upcoming album, King of Sorrows. The album will be available in February of 2026.

The album was created with help from the band’s longtime collaborators Evan Foster and Matt Bayles. Foster, known for working with The Sonics, Dirty Sidewalks, and The Boss Martians, engineered recordings at No-Count Studios in Seattle. Bayles handled mixing at the Red Room in Seattle as well. He is known for being a previous member of Minus the Bear and working in audio for bands such as Mastodon, Botch, Nox Novacula, and more.