Where to Start with new wave

music genre that encompasses pop-oriented styles from the late 1970s through the 1980s

1268 artists

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About new wave

What is new wave?

music genre that encompasses pop-oriented styles from the late 1970s through the 1980s

Where should I start with new wave?

Start with "Talking Heads: 77" by Talking Heads. It captures what makes new wave worth exploring.

What are the best new wave albums?

The new wave albums worth hearing first: "Talking Heads: 77" by Talking Heads, "Power, Corruption & Lies" by New Order, "Stop Making Sense" by Talking Heads, "The Liberty of Norton Folgate" by Madness and "Welcome to Wherever You Are" by INXS.

How many new wave artists are there?

Spinsource covers 1268 new wave artists, each with a recommended starting album and listening path.