The next evolution from synth-punk act Toilet Rats. Pulsing drum machines, analog synths, and dark, driving energy.

Building on the release of Toilet Rats IV, Synth Redux Vol. 1 is the next evolution from Minneapolis synth-punk act Toilet Rats, available from Steadfast Records April 11, 2025 digitally, streaming, and on limited edition vinyl, CD, and cassette formats. With Synth Redux Vol. 1, Tommy Ratz (aka Thomas Rehbein) reimagines fan-favorites in a way that mirrors his live solo and duo sets–a stripped-down, synth-heavy version of Toilet Rats. Inspired by the solo shows he’s performed, Ratz leans into pulsing drum machines, classic analog synths, and the dark, driving energy of the early synth-pop and post-punk scenes. This collection taps into the underground sounds that defined the transition from punk to new wave, channeling the minimalist, raw energy that once filled dancefloors in dimly lit clubs. Through these reworked tracks, Toi