The New Wave Music Podcast

Season 4, Episode 70Andy Partridge may have disbanded XTC years ago, but that doesn't mean he hasn't kept busy.  On this episode we take a listen to his two EPs, My Failed Songwriting Career, Vol 1 and 2, as well as a side project he's doing entitled The 3 Clubmen. Not to be outdone, Cindy Wilson of the B-52s also has a brand new album called Realms. We'll find out what she's up to now that the B-52s have decided to pack it up. In music news, we have a single from Modern English, more from the collaboration of Lol Tulhurst (The Cure) and Bungie (Siouxsie and the Banshees), OMDs new album and Micky Dolenz giving REM the Monkees treatment.  In addition, we talk about Vice Clark's upcoming solo album and  two EPs from The Ocean Blue. Enjoy the podcast?  How about buying us a cup of coffee? https://www.buymeacoffee.com/newwavemusicSupport the show

Season 4, Episode 69We're going to be talking about The Sex Pistols on this episode......sort of. As you know, after that band dissolved, John Lydon formed Public Image Ltd.   They've just released their newest album, End Of World. For the other review, we're going to take a listen to the new album from the original bassist of The Sex Pistols, Glen Matlock entitled Consequences Coming. And in music news we have new singles from The Church, Billy Bragg, OMD, Duran Duran & Collin Hay.  In addition, we discuss the unexpected musical from Gordon Gano and more! Public Image Ltdhttps://www.pilofficial.comGlen Matlockhttp://www.glenmatlock.co.uk/Enjoy the podcast?  How about buying us a cup of coffee? https://www.buymeacoffee.com/newwavemusicSupport the show

Season 4, Episode 68It's been a while since a New Music Spotlight, so here we go! T-Bone had a chance to talk with Jonny Foster, lead singer and guitarist of Hardwicke Circus from Carlisle England, as well as their manager, the legendary Dave Robinson, co-founder of Stiff Records.  We talk about the bands beginnings, their influences, going on tour in the Czech Republic and so much more! Follow and support the band at;https://www.hardwickecircus.tv/Enjoy the podcast? How about buying us a cup of coffee? https://www.buymeacoffee.com/newwavemusicSupport the show

Season 4, Episode 67Susanna Hoffs has had a great career, post-Bangles, and in this episode we're going to take a listen to her new album of covers entitled "The Deep End." And an artist that is known for his cover songs has a brand new album of original material.  We take a listen to "Behind The Lens" from Paul Young. In music news we go over new singles from Jack Hues (Wang Chung) and Andy Taylor (Duran Duran).   In addition, we talk about Peter Murphy dropping out of the Bowie tribute tour and The Ocean Blue reissuing Davy Jones Locker as well as an update on an upcoming new album. Susanna Hoffs:https://www.susannahoffs.com/Paul Young:https://paul-young.com/Enjoy the podcast?  How about buying us a cup of coffee? https://www.buymeacoffee.com/newwavemusicSupport the show

Season 4, Episode 66. On this special episode of the podcast, Steve had the opportunity to talk with Jamie West-Oram, guitarist for the iconic band The Fixx.  They talk about the bands beginning, his favorites to play live and his brand new solo album, Skeleton Key. Jamie West-Oram - Skeleton Key:https://www.amazon.com/Skeleton-Key-Jamie-West-Oram/dp/B0C6TZJ7P2The Fixx Website:https://www.thefixx.com/Enjoy the podcast?  How about buying us a cup of coffee? https://www.buymeacoffee.com/newwavemusicSupport the show

Season 4, Episode 65Last year we reviewed the previous Lloyd Cole album, but now he has a brand new one, On Pain.   Also The Wonderstuff frontman, Miles Hunt, has a new album as well, Things Can Change.   This episode we take a deep dive into both albums.  In music news we discuss the newest single from Dave Gahan, new musical project from  The Cure’s Lol Tolhurst and Budgie of Siouxsie and the Banshees and more.  Lloyd Cole - On Pain Album:https://www.lloydcole.com/Miles Hunt - Things Can Change Album:https://mileshunt.bandcamp.com/album/things-can-change-2Enjoy the podcast?  How about buying us a cup of coffee? https://www.buymeacoffee.com/newwavemusicSupport the show

Season 4, Episode 64When you think of the icons of new wave, one person is bound to come to the top the list.  Yes, Howard Jones is who I'm referring to.  Steve had a chance to talk to him about everything from his influences to his current tour and his latest album, Dialogue. Howard Jones:http://www.howardjones.com/Enjoy the podcast?  How about buying us a cup of coffee? https://www.buymeacoffee.com/newwavemusicSupport the show

Season 4, Episode 63Sparks are at it again, so of course we're going to take a listen to their new 2023 release, The Girl Is Crying In Her Latte. And if the most you know of The Vapors is "Turning Japanese," well, you aren't alone. When we discovered they had a 2020 album, Together, we decided we better check it out. And in music news, we talk about tours from The Church, Culture Club (with Howard Jones and Berlin) and Modern English. In addition we discuss The Cure's phenomenally successful tour, an upcoming re-release of The Talking Heads "Stop Making Sense" album, the 30th anniversary of The Connells “Ring” album and finally the Darker Waves show this November in Huntington Beach, CA.  Sparks: https://allsparks.com/The Vapors:http://www.thevapors.co.uk/Darker Waves:https://www.darkerwavesfest.com/ Enjoy the podcast?  How about buying us a cup of coffee? https://www.buymeacoffee.com/newwavemusicSupport the show

Season 4, Episode 62.For this episode we take a listen to the 2023 album Quaker City Quiet Pill from punk satirists The Dead Milkmen. Plus, we had a chance to talk with Dean Clean, drummer for the band.  We discuss the bands history,  their distinct humor and all about the new album. The Dead Milkmen:http://www.deadmilkmen.com/Purchase Quaker City Quiet Pills:https://thedeadmilkmen.bandcamp.com/album/quaker-city-quiet-pillsEnjoy the podcast? How about buying us a cup of coffee? https://www.buymeacoffee.com/newwavemusicSupport the show

Season 4, Episode 61Josie Cotton has a brand new album, 2023's Day Of The Gun, so what better time to talk with her?  We discuss the controversy surrounding "Johnny Are You Queer," what she's been doing over the years and stories about this very diverse new album. Day of the Gun album:https://josiecottonmusic.bandcamp.com/album/day-of-the-gunJosie's social media links:https://www.instagram.com/josiecottonofficial/https://www.facebook.com/JosieCottonhttps://josiecotton.com/Enjoy the podcast?  How about buying us a cup of coffee? https://www.buymeacoffee.com/newwavemusicSupport the show