The New Wave Music Podcast – Details, episodes & analysis

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Steve is joined by Don from the Album Nerds Podcast for a deep dive into two standout new releases — David Byrne’s Who Is the Sky and Birdsong, the latest from The Blow Monkeys. Together, they explore how both artists continue to evolve while staying true to their distinctive sounds.

In music news, the duo covers fresh tracks from Heaven 17, Boys Don’t Cry, Depeche Mode, Men Without Hats, James and Haircut 100 — plus a nostalgic twist with a classic ’80s cover from Andy Bell of Erasure. Tune in for lively discussion, sharp insights, and a celebration of the best in modern and classic new wave.

David Byrne:

https://whoisthesky.davidbyrne.com/

The Blow Monkeys

https://www.theblowmonkeys.com/

Album Nerds Podcast:

https://rss.com/podcasts/albumnerds/

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In this episode of The New Wave Music Podcast, Steve takes an in-depth look at the latest albums from The Chameleons and Peter Murphy. From shimmering guitars to brooding vocals, he breaks down how each artist continues to evolve while honoring their signature sound.

In music news, there are rumors of a new album from The Cure, new tracks from Pop Will Eat Itself and Daniel Ash’s newest band, and an unexpected reinterpretation of a Bauhaus classic by EMF.

The Chameleons:

https://chameleonsband.com

Peter Murphy:

https://www.petermurphy.info/

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In this episode, Steve sits down with Strangelove – The Depeche Mode Experience to talk about life on the road, sharing the stage with legendary New Wave artists, and their deep connection to Depeche Mode’s legacy. 

The band also discusses their new album Rendition, which features their first original track, “Sublime.” Tune in as we explore the creative process behind the record, the influences that shaped it, and what’s next for the band.

Strangelove - The Depeche Mode Experience:

https://www.depechetribute.com/

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Season 2, Episode 21

T-Bone and Steve review Naked Eyes 2021 album "Disguise the Limit."
We also give our thoughts on the new 2022 album from XPropaganda, "The Heart is Strange."

After recording the episode, we found out the players on Disguise The Limit, and would like to give them the credit they deserve:

Neil Taylor - Electric Guitar
James Terris - Synths
Charles Scott - Synths

In music news we discuss new singles from Simple Minds, Bananarama and Katrina & The Waves.   

Finally,  we have Lost 80's Live tour dates and line ups, as well as recent concerts we attended: The Violent Femmes, and The Fixx.

Naked Eyes - Disguise the Limit
https://www.nakedeyesmusic.com/shop/naked-eyes-cd-disguise

XPropaganda - The Heart is Strange
https://www.amazon.com/music/player/albums/B0B17C8CFR?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=

Lost 80's Live
https://lost80slive.com/event/

The Violent Femmes Tour Dates
https://vfemmes.com/tour

The Fixx Tour Dates
https://www.thefixx.com/tour

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Season 1, Episode 20

For the final episode of the first season, we are thrilled to present an interview with Fee Waybill, the lead singer of the legendary band, The Tubes. 

We discuss his many roles with the band, their history and other aspects of his life, including how he went from roadie to the lead singer and why their first album had to have a warning label.  Also, why the song “Talk To You Later” was never released in the United States as a single. 

In addition, Fee tells us how Frank Zappa didn’t want to follow The Tubes and they became a festival headliner.  As The Tubes prepare to hit the road, Fee also shares what fans can look forward to when they see The Tubes live this year and so much more!

The Tubes Tour Dates
https://thetubes.com/pages/tour

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Season 1, Episode 19

After a short break we are back with a brand new episode!

This episode we discuss Pet Shop Boys 2020 release, “Hotspot. ”  Also we jump into the new 2022 album “Happiness not included” from Soft Cell.   Will Steve and T-bone find happiness in these releases? 

We also start a new segment, The New Music Spotlight.   This new feature will highlight some the best newer bands that have that new wave sound and recommendations from Steve and T-bone.  This episode we are joined by an up and coming artist Jillelli.   We discuss her new single “Stoic”

And finally concerts are back and we review Cruel World Festival, OMD, and Tears for Fears.   

Pet Shop Boys: Hotspot
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B084252Z2M/ref=tmm_fbs_msc_title_0?ie=UTF8&amp&qid=1654471091&amp&sr=8-2

Soft Cell: Happiness Not Included
https://www.softcell.co.uk/happiness-not-included/

Jillelli
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCq5_1G6Qz9hH4Mdvg3cLlvw

https://www.instagram.com/jillellimusic/?hl=en

https://jillelli.bandcamp.com/track/stoic

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Season 1, Episode 18

On this episode we discuss the new album "The Boy Named If" from Elvis Costello.  We also check out “Now and the Evermore” from Men at Work frontman Colin Hay. 

In music news we have new songs  from The Fixx and Miles Hunt of the Wonderstuff.  Also, tour dates for Crowded House and B52’s.  In addition, we give our review of the English Beat’s show in Salt Lake City!

Elvis Costello - The Boy Named If
https://shop.elviscostello.com/products/elvis-costello-the-imposters-the-boy-named-if-digital-album

Colin Hay - Now and the Evermore
https://compassrecords.lnk.to/nowandtheevermoreWE

Miles Hunt - Things Can Change
https://mileshunt.bandcamp.com/

The Fixx - Take What You Want
https://orcd.co/TheFIXXEveryFiveSeconds

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Season 1, Episode 17

We had the privilege of sitting down for a conversation with Dave Faulkner from the legendary Australian band Hoodoo Gurus. 

Join us as we discuss the new album “Chariot of the Gods.”  Dave shares some great stories about working on this album and his time with the Hoodoo Gurus.  

Follow https://www.hoodoogurus.net for tour updates and to purchase the new album.  

Follow Hoodoo Gurus
https://m.facebook.com/hoodoogurus/

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Season 1, Episode 16

On this episode we discuss the new album "Chariot of the Gods" by the Hoodoo Gurus.  Then we dive into the "The Last Few Beautiful Days" by The Motels. 

In music news we look at the new single from Howard Jones, tour dates for Oingo Boingo Former Members, talk about Danny Elfman's recent Coachella set, and a review of Michael Aston from Gene Love Jezebel recent show in Salt Lake City!

Hoodoo Gurus - Chariot of the Gods
https://www.hoodoogurus.net/

The Motels - The Last Few Beautiful Days
https://www.themotels.com/product-page/last-few-beautiful-days

Howard Jones - I Believe in You
https://orcd.co/HowardJonesIBelieveInYou

Oingo Boingo Former Members Tour Dates
https://www.oingoboingoformermembers.com/

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Season 1, Episode 15 -

Join us on this episode as we discuss new wave legends Men Without Hats and their 2021 EP "Again, Part 1” along with 2022's “Again, Part 2.”  Also, we speak with lead singer Ivan Doroschuk about these two albums and what's next for Men Without Hats.

In music news we discuss the new single from Soft Cell & Pet Shop Boys.  Also new music from Sparks, Bauhaus, & Clan of Xymox.  Along with tour dates for Heaven 17 and Roxy Music. 

Men Without Hats
Again Part 1
https://www.safetydance.com/product/again-part-1-cd/

Men Without Hats
Again Part 2
https://www.safetydance.com/product/again-part-2-cd/

Soft Cell & Pet Shop Boys
Purple Zone
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09TYGYXX8/ref=dm_rwpmb_pur_lnd_albm_unrg_nodl

Bauhaus
Drink the New Wine
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09W4K48TX/ref=dm_rwpmb_pur_lnd_albm_unrg_nodl

Clan of Xymox
Save Our Souls
https://clanofxymox.bandcamp.com/track/save-our-souls

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