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ORIGINAL MUSIC &

80'S COVERS ON ANALOG SYNTHESIZERS 

ABOUT

Rocco Desgres is an LGBTQ+ musician from Chicago, Illinois, exploring the lo-fi sounds

of the 80s on analog synthesizers. With soaring falsetto vocals, pulsating electron dance beats, and live analog synthesizers. Their two Studio Records, “The Very Very Best of Rocco Desgres” followed by “Rocco Desgres Now in Five Exciting New Flavors!”, are high-energy synth pop songs recorded exclusively on analog synthesizers. Their live electronic sound has classic inspirations from Depeche Mode, O.M.D., and Italo Disco, and modern inspirations such as Holy Wire, Dutch Experts, and Odor Eater. Rocco Desgres has collaborated with many artists such as Recent History, Moving Day, Translucent Industry, and Cosmic Duct Tape. They have been dazzling audiences with their high-energy performances at the best venues in Chicago, most notably, Coles Bar, The Burlington Bar, and the Fallin' Log. The pulsating electronic dance music and captivating high-energy performance of Rocco Desgres always give audiences an unforgettable experience.

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NEW MUSIC VIDEO: SPACE BETWEEN LIVES

“Space Between Lives” by Rocco Desgres reflects the recent normalization and resurgence of hookup culture. Upon a bed of moody, and seductive synthesizer tones, the lyrics ask the questions “Does you’re picture match your face? Your place or mine? Do you do this all the time?” Recorded entirely on analog synthesizers and drum machines for a genuine lo-fi 80s sound.

"COME OUT WITH YOU"

Come Out With You! From the upcoming Album "Rocco Desgres: Now In Five Exciting New Flavors!" On all streaming platforms, August 28 2025!

NEW SINGLE AND MUSIC VIDEO OUT NOW!

“Everybody Party” by Rocco Desgres began as a parody of 2010’s pop music like “Tik Tok“ and “Party Rock Anthem” and evolved into an Italo Disco, Synth Funk song. Now available on all streaming Platforms!

NEW SINGLE AND MUSIC VIDEO!
"MONOPHONIC LOVE SONG"

Show your devotion to that special someone this Valentine's Day with “Monophonic Love Song” Inspired by the Grooves of William Oneabor, and the soulful vocals of George Mccrae, this pulsating synth-pop disco classic will surely get you and your partner on the dancefloor. Produced with authentic vintage analog synthesizers and drum machines including The Minimoog and the Roland TR-77 and even an electronic Cabasa for a genuine 70’s vintage sound! Forget about your greaves, and remind yourself about what really matters, your one and only true love. “Monophonic Love is the only kind I need” - Rocco Desgres

NEW SINGLE AND MUSIC VIDEO! "LAST TIME"

“Last Time” is a Retro Synth Pop Disco smash with inspirations from Depeche Mode, Madonna, and even the Village People. Using entirely analog synthesizers including the Mini Moog, Solina Sting Synth, Juno 106, and Roland TR-78 for an authentic vintage vibe. With an upbeat tempo and lyrics such as “Heartache Boogie Boogie,” you will find the motivation to go through with the inevitable in your lonely doomed relationship, by blasting “Last Time by Rocco Desgres” in your 1983 Ford Fiesta.

The Very Very Best of Rocco Desgres is over an hour of Original Music written and recorded from 2017-2023 on cassette tapes. Featuring a wide variety of genres including Electronic Music to acoustic Music.

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