“A remarkable group of New-Wave works that are impressive with their unique synthesizer sounds and avant-garde rhythms.”
Elvis Costello And The Attractions – Let Them All Talk
Release: 24th single released in 1984.A song by Elvis Costello & the Attractions, an artist representing 80’s new wave/rock.
The band was formed in London in late 1977 and left a huge mark on the rock world with their diverse musicality.He was also inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2003.
Recommended points A perfect fusion of new wave’s edgy guitar and rhythm and sophisticated pop feel.This is an important song that lets you feel the energy of the 80’s UK rock/new wave scene behind it.
Tracklist
A. Let Them All Talk
B. The Flirting Kind
Youtube
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Buggles – The Age of Plastic
Release: Posted on May 1, 2025.The debut album by The Buggles (UK new wave unit consisting of Trevor Horn and Geoff Downes).
Recommended points: A masterpiece that symbolizes the era, including iconic synth pop/new wave songs such as “Video Killed the Radio Star.”It also became a hot topic that the two later joined the band Yes.
Tracklist
1. Living In The Plastic Age
2. Video Killed The Radio Star
3. Kid Dynamo
4. I Love You (Miss Robot)
5. Clean, Clean
6.Elstree
7. Astroboy (And The Proles On Parade)
8. Johnny On The Monorail
Youtube
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The Expression – The Expression
Release: Posted on October 26, 2023.A self-titled album by an Australian synth-pop new wave band.
Recommended points: New wave with a strong pop flavor, with sharp guitar riffs, synths, and unique vocals.Perfect for those who like early 80’s synth pop.
Tracklist
A1. Present Communication
A2. With Closed Eyes
A3. Total Eclipse
A4. Keep Appointments
A5. Right To A Slice
B1. Dawn, Day And Sleep
B2.Decisions
B3. You And Me
B4. Nothing Changes
B5. Satisfied Strangers
Youtube
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A Flock Of Seagulls – Listen
Release: Posted on October 15, 2023.The second album released in 1983 by Flock of Seagulls, a new wave/synth pop/new romantic band from Liverpool.
Recommended points: Contains representative songs such as “Wishing (If I Had a Photograph of You)”.This is a piece that shines with its glittering synth sound and aesthetic worldview.
Tracklist
A1. Wishing (If I Had A Photograph Of You)
A2. Nightmares
A3. Transfer Affection
A4. What Am I Supposed To Do
B1. Electrics
B2.The Traveler
B3. 2:30
B4. Over The Border
B5.The Fall
B6. (It's Not Me) Talking
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Furniture – I Can’t Crack
Release: Posted on September 9, 2023.A 1985 EP by a band with British pop/new wave/post-punk elements.
Recommended points: A unique world view that combines catchy melodies, atmospheric sounds, and introspective lyrics.This work received high praise from critics.
Tracklist
A1. I Can't Crack
A2. Switch Off
A3.Pause
B1. I Can't Crack (Broken Mix)
Youtube
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Devo – New Traditionalists
Release: Posted on May 18, 2024.The fourth self-produced album by Devo, a representative of US new wave (1981).
Recommended points: An innovative album that combines minimal and cool synth lines, electronic percussion, and the theme of “deevolution.”Contains representative songs such as “Through Being Cool”.
Tracklist
A1. Through Being Cool
A2. Jerkin' Back 'N' Forth
A3. Pity You
A4.Soft Things
A5. Going Under
B1. Race Of Doom
B2. Love Without Anger
B3. The Super Thing
B4. Beautiful World
B5. Enough Said
B6. Working In The Coal Mine
Youtube
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Black – More Than The Sun
Release: Posted on October 13, 2023.A work by UK singer-songwriter Colín Vearncombe’s solo name Black.
Recommended points: A new wave/rock piece that combines delicate melodies and melancholic lyrics.The deep worldview is appealing.
Tracklist
A1. More Than The Sun
A2. Butterfly Man
B1. I Could Kill You
B2. Widemouth
B3.Stephen
Youtube
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The Rapture – In The Grace Of Your Love
Release: Posted on December 18, 2024.The 3rd album (released in 2011) by a post-punk/dance-punk/new wave band from New York. m.m.r Recommended points: Their approach is a bold mix of post-punk, electro, disco, etc.Recommended as a dancing new wave with a revival feel even in recent years.
Tracklist
1.Sail Away
2. Miss You
3. Blue Bird
4. Come Back To Me
5. In The Grace Of Your Love
6. Never Die Again
7. Roller Coaster
8.Children
9. Can You Find A Way?
10. How Deep Is Your Love?
11. It Takes Time To Be A Man
Youtube
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