New Wave
See all GenresNew Wave is a genre that emerged in the late 1970s and early 1980s, characterized by a combination of punk energy with pop aesthetics. It typically includes electronic sounds and synthesizers, incorporating imaginative production. It adopts elements from punk rock, disco, reggae, and electronic music, combining them in an innovative way. Lyrics that comment on social issues with a clever and ironic style are common, while new wave artists often stand out for their eccentric dress and artistic presentation. Bands such as Talking Heads, Depeche Mode, The Stranglers, Blondie, and Duran Duran were among the big names of the genre.
