“Incoming Signals” by Tableau Vivant: Review

The synthwave scene is about to get a serious shake-up. Tableau Vivant are stepping into the spotlight with their debut single, “Incoming Signals.” Mixing cinematic nostalgia with raw, emotive live instrumentation, they’re carving out a new space in the genre—one where synths shimmer, guitars soar, and emotion cuts deep.

Incoming Signals is a love letter to the 80s, wrapped in a modern, electrifying sound. It pulses with vintage synth textures, dramatic e-bow guitars, and moody, deep basslines, creating an atmosphere so thick you can almost touch it. But the real magic is Teggs Boyce’s vocals. The soaring, expressive delivery gives the track a heart—both cosmic and intensely human, like a transmission straight from the soul.

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The mastermind behind “Incoming Signals” is Richard Gray, who wrote and produced the track with one goal: to bring the warmth and grit of live instrumentation into the polished world of synthwave. While much of the genre leans toward pristine digital production, Gray embraces analog textures, lo-fi imperfections, and alt-rock energy to craft a sound that feels organic, cinematic, and completely immersive.

The music video for Incoming Signals dropped the same day as the single—January 31st on YouTube—and it’s a retro-futuristic fever dream. Full of neon-lit mystery, cosmic transmissions, and a story that pulls you straight into Tableau Vivant’s universe.

With “Incoming Signals,” Tableau Vivant aren’t just joining the synthwave scene—they’re redefining it. This is just the start of something big.

Tune in. The signal is coming.

“Incoming Signals” is out now on all major streaming platforms

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