The New Wave Music Podcast

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In this episode of The New Wave Music Podcast, Steve & Don takes a deep dive into two releases that highlight different corners of the new wave and alternative landscape. 
First up is a track-by-track look at The Lost Record from Susanna Hoffs — an album that blends timeless songwriting with that unmistakable melodic style fans have loved for decades. Then the spotlight shifts to Real, the long-shelved and rediscovered album from Kirsty MacColl, exploring how this lost chapter fits into the evolving early-’80s new wave sound.
Plus, the latest New Music News featuring new releases and updates from U2, Trashcan Sinatras, They Might Be Giants, Joe Jackson, and Morrissey. 

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Darkwave and post-punk take center stage in this episode of The New Wave Music Podcast as Steve welcomes rising act Silent WVLF for the show’s New Music Spotlight.
Joined by band members Jeff and Tory, the conversation explores the band’s origins, the story behind their name, and the influences shaping their haunting, atmospheric sound that’s resonating with modern alternative and new wave audiences.
Silent WVLF:  
https://silentwvlf.bandcamp.com/
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Steve is joined by special co-host Riff Royal for an in-depth review of two solo releases from New Wave icons. Together, they dive into The Ten Crowns, the latest solo album from Erasure front-man Andy Bell, and Night Mirror, the new solo album from Claudia Brücken.
The episode also features a packed music news segment, covering new releases and announcements from They Might Be Giants, Morrissey, Peter Gabriel, Ian McNabb featuring R.E.M.’s Peter Buck, and more.
Andy Bell: https://www.andybell.com/
Claudia Brücken: https://www.claudiabrucken.co.uk/
Riff Royal: 
 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/riff_royale/?hl=en 
@riff_royale
Stranger Radio website Page: https://www.strangerradio.com/riff-for-love 
Warrior X Radio: https://warriorxradio.org/the-happenings/ 
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Steve is joined by guest host Don from The Album Nerds to review two new releases from New Wave icons: Men Without Hats’ On the Moon and Sparks’ latest album Mad, digging into the highlights and standout moments.
Plus, in New Wave music news, there’s new music from Joe Jackson, Kissing the Pink, Billy Idol, Squeeze, and Cindy Wilson of The B-52s.
Men Without Hats:  https://www.safetydance.com/
Sparks:  https://allsparks.com/

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Steve and a surprise guest count down their 10 Best Albums of 2025. From darkwave and synth-pop to legendary artists delivering late-career highlights, this episode is a full year-end reflection on the records that defined 2025. 
Along the way, they break down standout tracks, key moments, and why these albums rose above the rest. If you’re looking for a thoughtful, passionate look back at the year in new wave and classic alternative music, this is the episode.
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