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Ben Tantra Punk
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  1. MAR 31

    Custom Leatherwork For Goths, Punks, and Metallers with Nick Dominatrix | 479

    I’m Nick, a southern California punk. I grew up in the OC scene in Anaheim. I lived in Pomona after. I hand make my own leatherwork, DIY with only hand tools from the ground up. I have an 80s inspired style and specialize in custom work. instagram: domminatrix_x_x This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tantrapunk.substack.com/subscribe

    38 min
  2. Curating The Legacy Of Dark And New Wave 80's Music With Ultra MODE | 478

    MAR 19

    Curating The Legacy Of Dark And New Wave 80's Music With Ultra MODE | 478

    Ultra MODE is a high-energy Depeche Mode tribute band that delivers an electrifying live experience, capturing the iconic sound and style of the legendary synth-pop pioneers. With authentic vocals, vintage synths, and a passion for the music, they transport fans back to the golden era of new wave and darkwave. John Paul Gonzalez - "Ultra Dave Gahanzalez" - Lead Vocals John was in his first Tribute band back in 1990 called Halo (Depeche Mode) 1990 - 1992 and then took a 30-year break and returned in 2023 to join Ultra MODE! Jay Tando - "Marty Fletch" - Lead Vocals, Backing Vocals, Keyboards, Programming Jay has been a professional singer since 2009 performing in the musical, "I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change!" in Malibu, CA. The long-time Tribute Band scene fan has been a veteran on stage singing with various original and Tribute bands including guest backing vocals with When In Rome UK (Featuring Original Singer Clive Farrington) 2012 - 2016, Devotional (Depeche Mode) 2019 - 2021, Sweetest Perfection (Depeche Mode) 2019, Technique (New Order) 2021, MODE 101 (Depeche Mode) 2022 - 2023, Only You (Yazoo) 2023 - 2024, Yazrasure (Yazoo + Erasure) 2025 - current, Ultra MODE (Depeche Mode) 2023 - current. Dave Tong - "D-Alan" - Backing vocals, Keyboards Dave is a classically trained pianist and is very thankful his mother forced him to take piano lessons as a kid as he now thoroughly enjoys playing and singing along to the Depeche Mode tracks! Ultra MODE - A Depeche Mode Tribute Band Bringing the DEPECHE MODE MUSIC to the MASSES EPK: Https://youtu.be/ZZd2Fh4W2Fc YouTube Playlist: Https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL-GWGn8vNrLHkbVQLuE_6RGPJd2EglGi8 Facebook Page: Https://www.facebook.com/UltraMODETribute Facebook Group: Https://www.facebook.com/groups/1566015970256021 Instagram Page: Https://www.instagram.com/ultramodetributeband/ Link Tree: https://linktr.ee/ultramodetribute This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tantrapunk.substack.com/subscribe

    1h 8m

  3. MAR 14

    Dark Psytrance For Spiritual Growth With Miguel Of Silent Movement | 477

    Silent_Movementmusic IG https://on.soundcloud.com/LmjoO25Ky7rIk7iljw https://www.facebook.com/SilentMovementMusic?mibextid=wwXIfr&mibextid=wwXIfr English:Silent MovementGenre: Forest, Dark Psy, Psychedelic TranceFounded: Summer of 2016Role: U.S. Label Director for Tripura Yantra Records; Member of Absolut Shit Records; Founder of RLPS ProductionsSilent Movement is a versatile and influential artist within the psychedelic trance and electronic music scenes, known for crafting deep, hypnotic soundscapes that transport listeners into mystical, otherworldly realms. Since its formation in the summer of 2016, Silent Movement has gained global recognition, blending dark psy and forest trance to create transformative auditory experiences.Silent Movement’s music has received widespread support from iconic figures in the psytrance world, including Goa Gil and other prominent psytrance artists. This recognition underscores the impact of their music in the global psychedelic community.In addition to the Silent Movement project, the artist has multiple aliases that explore different facets of electronic music. F00 represents the Twilight/Night Psy/Forest project, offering darker, more atmospheric sounds. RLPS is the techno project, known for its dark, peak-hour, and hypnotic techno vibes, featuring high-energy rhythms that captivate dancefloors. Abominable explores DNB/Liquid sounds, further showcasing Silent Movement’s diverse production range.As the U.S. Label Director for Tripura Yantra Records and a member of Absolut Shit Records, Silent Movement plays a pivotal role in shaping the psytrance genre. Through RLPS Productions, Silent Movement has been organizing psytrance and techno events since 2015, contributing significantly to the underground music scene.Whether through production, performance, or event curation, Silent Movement continues to leave a lasting impression on the global electronic music landscape. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tantrapunk.substack.com/subscribe

    2h 2m

  4. FEB 1

    Harmony and Hustlin: A Musical And Spiritual Mission To Empower With StarGurl | 476

    StarGurl is the dynamic host of the Harmony & Hustlin podcast, where music, entrepreneurship, and spirituality collide. A singer and performer at heart, she brings authenticity, passion, and soulful energy to every conversation. StarGurl is a proud mom of two, a dedicated nurse, and a loving dog mom who balances healing, creativity, and hustle in her everyday life. Her musical taste spans rock, goth, 80’s, jazz, indie, pop, and rap, reflecting her eclectic spirit and deep connection to sound as a form of expression and empowerment. She enjoys hiking, Roller skater and a former musician. (Bass Player) https://www.youtube.com/@HarmonyHustlinPodcast IG: Harmony_hustlin_podcast This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tantrapunk.substack.com/subscribe

    1h 27m

  5. JAN 25

    Keeping Death Rock Roots Alive In The Digital Era With The Goth Party | 475

    The meaning behind The Goth Party is we are our own party in a sense of a political party we don’t just play for the living we play for the dead. https://linktr.ee/thegothparty This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tantrapunk.substack.com/subscribe

    32 min

  6. JAN 22

    The Goth/Metal/Synthpop Adventures Of Witch Mermaid Diva Luna Thorn | 474

    https://www.lunathorn.com/ Instagram Luna Thorn is a Synth Pop Noir enchantress and Soldier of the Moon Kingdom, weaving spells of dark love and haunted beauty through electronic soundscapes. Her music channels the mysticism of a transgender witch’s heart, transforming heartbreak, desire, and transcendence into shimmering synths and whispered shadows. Drawing influence from 80s gothic synth pop and early 90s trip hop, Luna’s songs pulse with ethereal melancholy and sensual power — a siren call for those who find light within darkness. Infused with a dark Sailor Moon aesthetic, her voice moves like moonlight over still water, luring listeners into a celestial dream of romance, magick, and revelation. Let her seduce you — the night is hers, and she’s inviting you in. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tantrapunk.substack.com/subscribe

    1 hr

  7. JAN 4

    Finding Beauty In Darkness With Stylist, Psychic, Healer And Fetishist Kimie | 473

    My name is Kimie also known as NALA I’m a proven psychic medium and an amazing stylist with my masters in holistic healing my journey has brought me to help in many different ways the whips the chains the pictures the dancing the fashion shows and nightlife is just what I do for fun. I’m a natural performer it’s my gift. instagram: kimiesguidance1111 This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tantrapunk.substack.com/subscribe

    58 min

  8. 12/30/2025

    Keeping Goth Queer And Witchy AF with Casa De Brujas | 472

    Casa De Brujas The all-female Darkwave/Post-Punk trio from Los Angeles County and the Inland Empire crafts a captivating sound that fuses eclectic vocals with haunting guitar melodies and deep, resonant bass lines. Their unique, layered compositions evoke an atmospheric vibe, all while remaining true to their roots. https://linktr.ee/casadebrujas This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tantrapunk.substack.com/subscribe

    2h 29m
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Explorations Into Liberation, Healing And Empowerment WithIn Music Subcultures tantrapunk.substack.com

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  • Creator
    Ben Tantra Punk
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    64
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © Tantra Punk
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