The New Wave Music Podcast

Season 5, Episode 85

New album releases means reviews, and we got 'em.

First up, Midnight Oils front man Peter Garrett has just released his second solo album, The True North.

Then, Modern English has kept busy over the past decade, and now have a new one, 1, 2, 3, 4.

In music news we go over new singles from The Alarm,  Pet Shop Boys, The Blow Monkeys, Blancmange, Bauhaus' David J and tour information on Stray Cats. 

Peter Garrett:
https://petergarrett.com.au/

Modern English:
https://modernenglish.me/

Rob Hurst, Jim Mohinie & Hamish Stuart 
‘Red Continent’ EP
https://robhirst.com.au/home

Jim Moginie Memoir
’The Silver River’
https://linktr.ee/the_silver_river

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Season 5, Episode 84

Another special episode!  Steve had the opportunity to talk with legendary drummer Terry Chambers from XTC.

They discuss the bands origins, the creative process, and most importantly, the band he has now, EXTC, including how they got together and their upcoming tour. 

And we promise... that review of the new Modern English album will be on the next episode!

EXTC:
https://extc.band/

EXTC Tour Dates:
https://extc.band/tour-dates

TC&I:
https://burningshed.com/artists/tcandi

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Season 5, Episode 83

Back in the 80s, everyone had an Obsession with Animotion.  See what we did there?  And in 2017 the band released their 3rd album, Raise Your Expectations, which we'll review in this episode.

And making matters even better, we had a chance to talk with original member, singer/guitarist Bill Wadhams.  He tells us about the bands origins, getting back together after a couple of decades, the joy of playing live and much more!

Animotion:
https://www.animotion.band/

Bill Wadhams:
https://billwadhams.com/

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Season 5, Episode 82

After some interviews, we're going to return to an album review episode.  Neither albums are brand new, but well worth looking into. 

First up is the 2017 release Pollinator from new wave legends Blondie.  After that, we'll take a deep dive into the solo album from Devo's Gerard V. Casale, originally released in 2006 and recently reissued in 2021 with extra tracks.

As for music news, we have new songs from The Blow Monkeys, The Call,  Crowded House, Pet Shop Boys and The Church.  There's also tour information for OMD, The Damned and Front 242.

Blondie:
https://www.blondie.net/discography/pollinator/

Devo’s  Gerald V Casale:
https://www.geraldvcasale.com/

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Season 5, Episode 81

Back in the late 80's, Kissing The Pink, or KTP, had a string of club hits.  They are back with a 5-disc anthology, including three of their albums, extensive remixes and even brand new songs.

We had an opportunity to talk to band members Nick Whitecross, Jon Hall,  Simon Aldridge and Pete Barnett.  We discuss the bands name, their history, this new anthology and much more! 


Kissing The Pink: Anthology 1982-2024, 5CD Box Set:
https://www.cherryred.co.uk/product/kissing-the-pink-anthology-1982-2024-5cd-box-set/

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Season 5, Episode 80

A new season begins with a great episode.  First up, we're going to review the latest from Jay Aston’s Gene Loves Jezebel, 2023's X - Love, Death, Sorrow.

Making the episode even better is that we had the opportunity to talk with Jay Aston, lead singer of the band.  We discuss the bands origins, working with long time band mates, the new album and much more!

Jay Aston’s Gene Loves Jezebel:
https://genelovesjezebel.co.uk/

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Season 5, Episode 79

New year, new albums.

Last year we reviewed Ian McNabb's Nabby Road, and loved it.   Now he's released his latest, New Brighton Rock.

After that is the latest from Missing Persons, Hollywood Lie, which was released at the very end of 2023.

As for music news, we have new singles from Modern English, James, Julian Shah-Tayler and Indigo Waves along with tour dates for The Alarm/Blow Monkeys/Belious Some and Madness.

Ian McNabb:
https://ianmcnabb.bandcamp.com/album/new-brighton-rock?logged_out_mobile_menubar=true&search_item_id=2824227239&search_item_type=b&search_match_part=%3F&search_page_id=3136899658&search_page_no=0&search_rank=2

Missing Persons:
https://missingpersonsdalebozzio.bandcamp.com/album/hollywood-lie?logged_out_mobile_menubar=true&search_item_id=2384609256&search_item_type=b&search_match_part=%3F&search_page_id=3136902889&search_page_no=0&search_rank=1


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Season 4, Episode 78

While attending the Darker Waves festival in California, we had the opportunity to see up-and-coming dark wave band Twin Tribes.

Steve had a chance to talk to Luis (vocal/guitar/synths) and Joel (bass/synths/vocals).  They discuss their origins, influences, their upcoming album "Pendulum" and tour and much more.


Twin Tribes:
https://www.twin-tribes.com/

Twin Tribes Pendulum album:
https://twintribes.bandcamp.com/album/pendulum

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Season 4, Episode 77

We're recording this episode on New Years Eve because Steve and T-Bone want to make sure you have something to listen to as 2024 begins.  We have a couple of new album reviews.

First up is from Peter Gabriel, an artist that we don't hear enough from.  After two decades, he's back with his new album, i/o.

In addition, we take a listen to Trevor Horn's Echos: Ancient And Modern.  This is a covers album of songs you'll recognize, sung by a variety of artists.

Finally, music news will have to wait.  It's the end of 2023 and we have our annual top 10 albums list.

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Season 4, Episode 76

We're going to start things out on this episode with the one and only Joe Jackson and his utterly unique 2023 album, Joe Jackson Presents Max Champion in What A Racket!

We'll follow that with a listen to the latest from Madness.  Their 2023 album is titled The Theater Of The Absurd Presents C'est La Vie.

Music news is loaded with new singles from The Vapors, Simple Minds/Icehouse, Real Life and Jesus And Mary Chain.   Then we have tour dates for Hoodoo Gurus, Adam Ant, Joe Jackson, Blow Monkeys and finally, the lineup for Cruel World 2024.

Joe Jackson:
http://joejackson.com/

Madness
https://www.madness.co.uk/

The Vapors - Hey Baby It's Christmas
http://www.thevapors.co.uk/2023/12/01/new-single-out-now/

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Season 4, Episode 75

We've reviewed previous works for both of our artists on this episode, but we love it when they release new material.

Up first is the latest from Duran Duran, 2023's Danse Macabre.  It's a fun Halloween themed album with old songs revisited, new songs and a number of covers.

Up next are two 2023 EPs from The Ocean Blue: Ayn and Denmark.  These aren't exactly new, but you'll have to listen to the episode to find out more.

As for music news, we have UK tour news for Lightning Seeds, the passing of Lars Williams, the saxophone player for The Psychedelic Furs and an extended discussion of attending the inaugural Darker Waves festival.


Duran Duran:
https://duranduran.com/

The Ocean Blue:
https://www.theoceanblue.com/

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Season 4, Episode 74

After an episode with OMD's synthesizers, we're going to go back to guitar based music.

Up first is from the UK's original punks The Damned and their 2023 release, Darkadelic.

Then, we'll dive into the latest from The Pretenders.  Their 2023 album is titled Relentless.

As for music news, there are new tracks from Joe Jackson, The Fixx, Jay Aston's Gene Loves Jezabel and of all things, a new Christmas single from Peter Schilling.  We also quickly mention the recent Oingo Boingo Former Members concert we attended. 

The Damned:
https://www.officialdamned.com/

Pretenders:
https://thepretenders.com/

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Season 4, Episode 73

Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark are at it again with a brand new album, Bauhaus Staircase. 

Making this episode even better, Steve had a chance to sit down with OMD lead singer Andy McCluskey.  They discuss the bands origins, longevity in the music business, the new album and much more!

Orchestral Manoeuvers In The Dark:
https://omd.uk.com/

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Season 4, Episode 72

Welcome to another New Music Spotlight!  This time we're talking with the alternative band Princess Goes.

Princess Goes consists of actor Michael C. Hall (Dexter, Six Feet Under, Lazarus) alongside keyboardist/guitarist Matt Katz-Bohen (Blondie, Cyndie Lauper) and drummer Peter Yanowitz (The Wallflowers, Morningwood).

We discuss their new album Come Of Age, how they’re got their unique name, their style of music and much more!

Princess Goes:
https://princessgoes.com/

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Season 4, Episode 71

The Alarm is back, and leukemia won't keep Mike Peters down.  They have a new album released in 2023 entitled Forward.

And Andy Taylor, guitarist for Duran Duran, who's also battling health issues, has a new solo album released this year, Man's A Wolf To Man.

And in music news, we have lots going on!  New musics from the B-52s Kate Pierson, The Soup Dragons and The Farm.  Joe Jackson and Missing Persons not only have singles, but have announced new albums.  Plus, artists that we've done New Music Spotlights with: Julian Shah-Taylor, Palm Ghosts, & Hardwicke Circus all have new material!

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Season 4, Episode 70

Andy 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.

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Season 4, Episode 69

We'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 Ltd
https://www.pilofficial.com

Glen Matlock
http://www.glenmatlock.co.uk/

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Season 4, Episode 68

It'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/

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Season 4, Episode 67

Susanna 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/


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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, his brand new solo album, Skeleton Key and much more! 

Jamie West-Oram - Skeleton Key:
https://www.amazon.com/Skeleton-Key-Jamie-West-Oram/dp/B0C6TZJ7P2

The Fixx Website:
https://www.thefixx.com/

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Season 4, Episode 65

Last 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-2

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Season 4, Episode 64

When 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/

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Season 4, Episode 63

Sparks 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/

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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-pills

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Season 4, Episode 61

Josie 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-gun

Josie's social media links:
https://www.instagram.com/josiecottonofficial/
https://www.facebook.com/JosieCotton
https://josiecotton.com/

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Season 4, Episode 60

For the start of our fourth season we had the opportunity to talk with David Newton, guitarist for The Mighty Lemon Drops.  We discuss that bands history, his influences and much more.

But before that, we delve into David's latest band, David Newton And Thee Mighty Angels and the 2020 album A Gateway To A Lifetime Of Disappointment.


Bandcamp:
https://theemightyangels.bandcamp.com/album/a-gateway-to-a-lifetime-of-disappointment

Spotify:

https://open.spotify.com/artist/70PpgBLg6Qp9Z5MUMBhTLJ?si=BLXV6yIyRwuUbk8vcwPE-Q

Apple Music:

https://music.apple.com/us/artist/david-newton-thee-mighty-angels/484089044

Facebook:

https://m.facebook.com/davidnewtonandtheemightyangels

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Season 3, Episode 59

On this episode, we're going to take a listen to the 2020 album Citizens Of Boomtown from The Boomtown Rats, followed by two EPs from Nik Kershaw, named Songs From The Shelf Vol. 1 (2022) and 2 (2023).

And in music news, we discuss a recent Hoodoo Gurus concert we attended,  new singles from Pretenders, Lloyd Cole, and Ian Donaldson from H20.  In addition there's a deluxe reissue of the latest Fixx album and a double album, The Lexicon Of Love Live, from ABC.  Also a  quick recap on T-Bone going to Cruel World.

The Boomtown Rats:
https://www.theboomtownratsofficial.com/

Nik Kershaw:
https://www.nikkershaw.net/

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Season 3, Episode 58

We've reviewed albums for many artists that haven't released new material in many years, sometimes decades, and that will be the case with this episode. First up we're going to listen to the newest from Everything But The Girl and their 2023 release Fuse, and after that we'll discuss the latest from Natalie Merchant, Keep Your Courage, also released in 2023.

As for music news, Kate Bush has been inducted into the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame, there's a new live album from The Connells (their first), Andy Partridge has a new band - The 3 Club Men - and new material from Oingo Boingo Former Members.  Not to be left out, Garbage has a cover of Siouxsie and the Banshees' Cities In Dust.

Everything But The Girl:
https://ebtg.com/

Natalie Merchant:
https://www.nataliemerchant.com/

Oingo Boingo Former Members - Still Alive EP:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C438YDVL/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=oingo+boingo+former+members+still+alive&qid=1683691809&sr=8-1

The Connells:
https://www.theconnells.com

Garbage cover of Cities in Dust:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vgAujpyDyTM

3 Club Men:
https://m.facebook.com/the3clubmen/

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Season 3, Episode 57

It's been a while since we had a New Music Spotlight, so with this special episode we're going to talk to Matt and Austin of new wave influenced indie band Indigo Waves.

We'll discuss their beginnings, the synths they use, unique song titles, their love of the film Ghost and much more.

A link tree to all things Indigo Waves:
https://linktr.ee/indigowavesband

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Season 3, Episode 56

Steve had an opportunity to do an interview with Paul Fishman, keyboardist for the band Re-Flex.  They discuss the bands history, his own story, his new album, Art Official Intelligence, and much more.

Paul Fishman Website:
https://www.paulfishman.co.uk/

Paul Fishman Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/artist/639EC1492yFwKsE4q7BAwE

Paul Fishman Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/paulfishmanmusic

Paul Fishman YouTube Page:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTyeigPOoIIklK96frjEB8A

Paul Fishman Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/paul.fishman/

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Season 3, Episode 55

Big artists deserve a review just as much as the smaller, and with this episode we look at the new 2023 release from Depeche Mode, Momento Mori.   After that we take a listen to the 2022 album Vibrate Generate from Re-Flex.  Remember them?  Then listen and see what we think.

In music news we talk about new singles from PIL, The Dead Milkmen, Michael Stipe and Sparks as well as tour dates for Culture Club (along with Howard Jones and Berlin) and a new EP from Pet Shop Boys.

Depeche Mode:
https://www.depechemode.com/

Re-Flex:
https://www.re-flex.com/

Michael Stipe:
https://earthpercent.bandcamp.com/track/michael-stipe-give-me-a-hand-feat-gaelynn-lea

Sparks:
https://allsparks.com/

Pet Shop Boys:
https://www.petshopboys.co.uk/home

PIL:
https://www.pilofficial.com/

Dead Milkmen:
http://www.deadmilkmen.com/

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Season 3, Episode 54

"They do it to such fine detail that its scary" - Martin Gore

"The best Depeche Mode tribute on the planet" - Richard Blade

Steve had the opportunity to interview Strangelove - The Depeche Mode Experience.  They discuss how the band was put together, their roles, the details they incorporate to make their shows a memorable experience and much more.

Strangelove Social Media Links

Website:
https://www.depechetribute.com/

Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/strangelovetribute

Youtube:
https://youtube.com/strangelove

Twitter:
@depechetribute

Instagram:
@strangelovetribute

Tik Tok:
@strangelovetribute

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Season 3, Episode 53

Ian McNabb was the voice behind The Icicle Works.  After the band broke up, he's gone on to have a lengthy successful solo career.  In this episode we're not only going to review his latest album, 2022's Nabby Road, but we're going to talk the man himself!

Ian McNabb's website:
https://www.ianmcnabb.com/

To purchase Nabby Road:
https://ianmcnabb.bandcamp.com/album/nabby-road

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Season 3, Episode 52

With this episode, we look at a couple of albums more in the dark wave vein.

First up is the 2021 release Limbo from Clan Of Xymox, followed by the 2007 solo album Mantaray from Siouxsie Sioux, which has just been reissued digitally and is soon to come out on CD and Vinyl.

In music news we discuss the new Josie Cotton single, additional Peter Gabriel tour dates, the now postponed Celebrating Bowie with Peter Murphy, the DEVO documentary that's in the works and a quick mention of the EXTC show we attended.

Clan Of Xymox Website:
https://clanofxymox.com/

Siouxsie's Mantaray:
https://www.amazon.com/Mantaray-Siouxsie/dp/B000S850GS/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?crid=24JEK8ZV2YJ7X&keywords=siouxsie+mantaray&qid=1679971065&sprefix=Siouxsie+m%2Caps%2C203&sr=8-1

EXTC 2023 Tour Dates:
https://extc.band/tour-dates

Josie Cotton Disco Ball:
https://josiecottonmusic.bandcamp.com/

Peter Gabriel 2023 Tour Dates:
https://petergabriel.com/news/i-o-the-tour-north-american-shows-announced/

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Season 3, Episode 51

With this episode, our first review is for the latest from The Church, 2023's The Hypnogogue.  We follow that with 2022's A Free Society from Night Crickets.  Who are Night Crickets?  Listen and find out!

In music news, we discuss the new Sparks single.  In addition, we look at Violent Femmes tour dates and Peter Murphy's Bowie tribute tour.  Finally a quick mention of a new Alarm album.

The Church:
https://www.thechurchband.net

Night Crickets:
https://nightcrickets.bandcamp.com/album/a-free-society

Sparks - The Girl is Crying in her Latte video:
https://youtu.be/UTAxPhxADo0

Violent Femmes 2023 Tour Dates:
https://vfemmes.com/tour

Celebrating David Bowie 2023 Tour Dates:
https://www.slicingupeyeballs.com/2023/02/21/celebrating-david-bowie-peter-murphy-tour-dates/

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Season 3, Episode 50

First up in this episode, we wanted to delve into Pretenders 2020 release, Hate For Sale.   After that, we take a listen to The Wonder Stuff's 2019 album, Better Being Lucky.

It was another big week for music news. We discuss the latest singles from The The, Everything But The Girl and The Alarm.  Plus, our friends Palm Ghosts are releasing more material.  Despite not having released Bonfire Of The Teenagers, Morrissey has another new album in the can.  And, more dates on the Momento Mori tour for Depeche Mode.

Pretenders:
https://www.amazon.com/Hate-Sale-Pretenders/dp/B085RTM81M

The Wonder Stuff:
https://thewonderstuff.bigcartel.com/

Miles Hunt's solo album:
https://mileshunt.bandcamp.com/album/things-can-change-2

The The:
https://www.thethe.com/product/1-dollar-one-vote/

The Alarm:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T71c6IG1gpo

Palm Ghosts:
https://palmghosts.bandcamp.com/

Everything But the Girl:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T71c6IG1gpo

Depeche Mode 2023 Tour Dates:
https://www.depechemode.com/#tour

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Season 3, Episode 49

On this episode, Steve and T-Bone are going to with the harder side of "new wave."  First up we take a listen to the 2017 album Damage And Joy from The Jesus And Mary Chain.  Then we go punk with the latest from living legend Iggy Pop and his 2023 album, Every Loser.

In music news we have details on new singles from Depeche Mode, The Church and Pet Shop Boys and tour dates for Gary Numan and Sisters Of Mercy.

The Jesus and the Mary Chain:
https://themarychain.com/

Iggy Pop:
https://iggypop.com

Depeche Mode - Ghost Again Video
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iIyrLRixMs8

The Church - No Other You
https://www.thechurchband.net/

Pet Shop Boys - Living in the Past
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bH-JzfkAvD8

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 Season 3, Episode 48

After an outstanding interview with the man himself, we're going to take a listen to Robyn Hitchcock's 2022 release, Shufflemania!

And speaking of singer/songwriters, we will delve into the 2021 album Queens Of The Summer Hotel from Aimee Mann of Til' Tuesday fame.

Music news is packed with new singles from Dave Gahan, PIL and Everything But The Girl, Sex Pistols Glen Matlock has an album coming soon, an instrumental album from Hitchcock, The Buggles on tour with Seal, the upcoming Cruel World Festival and the passing of the legendary guitarist/vocalist Tom Verlaine of Television.


Robyn Hitchcock:
https://www.robynhitchcock.com/shufflemania

Aimee Mann:
https://aimeemann.com

Public Image Limited - Hawaii
https://www.pilofficial.com/new-single-hawaii-available-now-pil-to-compete-for-ireland-at-eurovision-2023/

Everything But The Girl - Nothing Left To Lose
https://ebtg.lnk.to/Fuse-PreOrderWE

Dave Gahan - Chains
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BL52WVPX/ref=mp_s_a_1_7?crid=1PUL76T60TXPL&keywords=dave+gahan+chains&qid=1675211130&sprefix=dave+gahan+chains%2Caps%2C297&sr=8-7

Robyn Hitchcock - Life After Infinity
https://robynhitchcockofficial.bandcamp.com/album/life-after-infinity

Glen Matlock - Head on a Stick
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BRTC3HK4/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?crid=2VGYZ3QB6ME4D&keywords=glen+matlock+head+on+a+stick&marketplaceId=ATVPDKIKX0DER&musicTerritory=US&qid=1675211293&sprefix=glen+matlock+head+on+a+stick%2Caps%2C240&sr=8-4&trackAsin=B0BRTC3HK4

Cruel World
https://cruelworldfest.com

XX RADIO - WXXP
https://www.wxxp.com

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Season 3, Episode 47

In this special episode of the podcast, Steve had the opportunity to talk with a living music legend, Robyn Hitchcock.

They discuss his lengthy career, his eclectic music styling and his brand new album, Shufflemania! 

Robyn Hitchcock Website:
https://www.robynhitchcock.com/

Robyn Hitchcock Facebook:
https://m.facebook.com/100044098480922/

Robyn Hitchcock Instagram:
https://instagram.com/robynhitchcockofficial?igshid=MWI4MTIyMDE=

Robyn Hitchcock Patreon:
https://www.patreon.com/robynhitchcock

Tiny Ghost Records:
https://www.tinyghostrecords.com/

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Season 3, Episode 46

For our first episode of 2023, we thought we'd take a look at a couple of recent albums.   We have Shriekback's Bowlahoola, which was released at the very tail-end of 2022 and The Waterboys' All Souls Hill, which came out earlier in that year.

In music news we talk about the new Peter Gabriel single, Siouxsie Sioux's return to the stage, an upcoming Michael Stipe album and the passing of Terry Hall.

Shriekback's website where you an purchase Bowlahoola:
https://www.shriekback.com/

The Waterboys website:
https://mikescottwaterboys.com/

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Season 3, Episode 45

For the final episode of 2022, we have more new albums to look at.

First up we'll give our thoughts on the 2021 EP The Roadside and 2022s EP The Cage, both from Billy Idol.  Along with those, we have the 2022 release from Blancmange, Private View.

And what says the end of the year more than a top 10 list?  Steve and T-Bone give their top album that were released in 2022.

Billy Idol:
https://billyidol.net/the-roadside/
https://billyidol.net/the-cage-4-song-ep/

Blancmange:
https://blancmangemusic.bandcamp.com/album/private-view

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Season 3, Episode 44

Lions and Ghosts may just be the best 80s alternative band you've never heard of.  Hugely popular in southern California, they unfortunately didn't break out.

Their 1987 album, Velvet Kiss, Lick of the Lime has just been reissued.  Steve and T-Bone had the pleasure of talking with original guitarist Michael Lockwood.

As an industry insider, he discusses the bands history, this album and working with high profile artists.

Lions And Ghosts website:
https://www.lionsandghosts.com/

To purchase Velvet Kiss, Lick of the Lime:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0BB88LGJY/ref=tmm_fbs_msc_title_0?ie=UTF8&qid=1670903828&sr=8-1

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Season 3, Episode 43

As we get closer to the end of the year, we decided to review two brand new albums.  First up is True North from a-ha followed by See You In The Stars by Lightning Seeds.

In music news we look at new singles from The Church, Altered Images and Morrissey, as well as tour dates for Natalie Merchant.

a-ha:
https://a-ha.com/

Lighting Seeds:
https://lightningseeds.co.uk/

The Church -  C'est La Vie
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8eLS1eWu_q0

Altered Images - The Other Side
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eLNEZjKDg6Q

Morrissey - Rebels Without Applause
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oyyZXLrLUdo

Natalie Merchant 2023 Tour Dates
https://www.nataliemerchant.com/

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Season 3, Episode 42

Steve, Oingo Boingo's number one fan, had an opportunity to talk with legendary Boingo drummer Johnny Vatos.

They talk in depth about his music career, his time with Oingo Boingo, putting together Oingo Boingo Former Members and much, much more.

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

Oingo Boingo Former Members Coach House Clips
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wHZPvvDM7Ig
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QqHbCRXEdd0
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kZStsgAVgLA

This Game's Called Murder Music Video
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QYVP_O2rn6I

Nike Weird Science Commercial
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6p4SeR3pliM

Weird Al - You Make Me
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zoTevRomRFg

Liquid Joes
https://liquidjoes.net/

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Season 3, Episode 41

On this episode we start with the latest from The Beautiful South's Paul Heaton and Jacqui Abbott, entitled N. K-Pop.  Heaton was also the vocalist for the great 80's band The Housemartins.   

After that we listen to Direction Of The Heart, the new release from the iconic band Simple Minds.

In music news, Steve discusses the new Oingo Boingo reissues from Rubellan Records and we talk about The Cure Funko Pops and additional tour dates for They Might Be Giants.

Paul Heaton & Jacqui Abbott:
https://www.paulheaton.co.uk/
https://shop.paulheaton.emi.com/

Simple Minds:
https://www.simpleminds.com/

Rubellan Remasters Oingo Boingo Albums:
https://www.rubellanremasters.com/oingoboingo

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 Season 2, Episode 40

To finish the second season, Steve had the opportunity to talk with Clive Farrington and Andrew Mann of When In Rome UK.

They discuss the formation of the band, touring and the unusual way The Promise was written.

Farrington+Mann also talk about the new song “To Fix Us.”  Is there more to come from When In Rome UK?  Listen to the interview to find out.

Farrington+Mann:
https://www.farrington-mann.com/

Farrington+Mann Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/FarringtonMannUK/

Farrington+Mann “To Fix Us”:
https://open.spotify.com/track/1ELa0LrS0uQyRvChduUtXZ?si=5p1Z3EWWSSyfLhcjmE9yAw

https://music.apple.com/us/album/to-fix-us/1572533608?i=1572533610

https://youtu.be/ahoyoWzCWFc

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Season 2, Episode 39

After a couple of New Music Spotlight episodes, we're back with reviews of recent albums.

Here we're going to go back in time a bit to 2019 and take a look at the most recent works from Joe Jackson (Fool) and Lloyd Cole (Guesswork). 

We also have lots of music news from an upcoming Morrissey album, new music from Cy Curnin of The Fixx, a new charity single from Johnny Hates Jazz, Danny Elfman's Halloween shows, exciting tour dates from Hoodoo Gurus and The English Beat as well as the recent Ocean Blue concert.

Joe Jackson:
https://www.amazon.com/Fool-Joe-Jackson/dp/B07JVF7LVD

Lloyd Cole:
https://www.lloydcole.com/album/guesswork/

Cy Curnin Solo Album:
https://www.amazon.com/Cy-Curnin/e/B001LHTBBA/digital/ref=ep_artist_tab_digi

Johnny Hate Jazz:
http://johnnyhatesjazz.com/

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Season 2, Episode 38.

Palm Ghosts is the sound of an 80s prom in a war zone…located in the dead heart of country music, Nashville, TN.

Embracing their 80’s idols, like New Order, The Cure, David Bowie, John Carpenter and even Divine, Palm Ghosts take the genre to soaring new heights.

T-Bone & Steve discuss Palm Ghosts history and new album "Post Preservation" with Joseph Lekkas & Ben Douglas from the band.


Bandcamp: https://palmghosts.bandcamp.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/palmghosts/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/palmghosts?lang=en

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/palmghosts/

Website: http://www.palmghosts.net

Listen: https://m.soundcloud.com/palmghosts

Watch: https://www.youtube.com/user/palmghosts/videos

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Season 2, Episode 37

If you enjoy newer artists that have that classic new wave sound, you can't go wrong with Julian Shah-Tayler. 

T-Bone and Steve had a chance to sit down and talk with him about his beginnings, Strangelove - The Depeche Mode experience, The Electric Duke (his Bowie tribute band) and his solo career, including his just released album, Elysium.

Julian Shah-Tayler - Elysium Album Link
https://thesingularitymusic.bandcamp.com/album/elysium

Julian Shah-Tayler
https://thesingularitymusic.bandcamp.com/

Strangelove - The Depeche Mode Experience
https://www.depechetribute.com/

Julian Shah Tayler - Social Media
https://www.youtube.com/thesingularityband

http://www.facebook.com/thesingularitymusic

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Season 2, Episode 36

In 1993, The Smithereens were between record labels.  What better time to record an album?  The only problem.... it was never released, until now.  Steve and T-Bone take a listen to 2022's The Lost Album.

Plus, a great interview with Smithereens guitarist Jim Babjak.  He talks about the bands history, how this album came to be and where the band is currently.

The Smithereens Website;
https://www.officialsmithereens.com/

Jim Babjak's own coffee line:
https://www.babjaxcoffee.com/

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Season 2, Episode 35

In this episode we had the privilege of talking with new wave icon Nik Kershaw.
 
We discuss his music, his history, the 2020 album Oxymoron, his most recent EP, Songs From The Shelf Part 1 and much more. 

Nik Kershaw's website:
https://www.nikkershaw.net/

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Season 2, Episode 34

We're going to turn our attention to two icons of the new wave era.  First up is the 2022 release Dialogue from Howard Jones, followed by the 2020 album Oxymoron from Nik Kershaw.

In music news we discuss an update on The Alarm's Mike Peters, Ian Donaldson’s new single and more Oingo Boingo reissues.

Howard Jones:
http://www.howardjones.com/

Nik Kershaw:
https://www.nikkershaw.net/

Ian Donaldson:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=85nJt4VBN7Q

Oingo Boingo Remasters:
https://www.rubellanremasters.com/oingoboingo

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Season 2, Episode 33

The New Wave Music Podcast present another new music spotlight with the band Dear Boy.  

Steve had the opportunity to chat with Dear Boy’s lead singer, Ben Grey.

They discuss the bands history and touring with The Psychedelic Furs.  In addition, they talk about the release of their first full album Forever Sometimes and much more.

Dear Boy Website and Social Media Links
https://www.dearboyofficial.com/
https://www.facebook.com/dearboyofficial
https://www.youtube.com/dearboyofficial
http://instagram.com/dearboyofficial

Dear Boy on Spotify
https://open.spotify.com/artist/4FMlCZsSwNgGiNk6PHo796

Dear Boy on Apple Music
https://music.apple.com/ag/artist/dear-boy/688864108

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Season 2, Episode 32

As always, we bring you more new music on The New Wave Music Podcast.   On this episode we take a listen to the new album from Altered Images, Mascara Streakz.  And, based on a listener recommendation, we go back in time to 2014's Europa from Frankie Goes To Hollywood frontman Holly Johnson.

In music news we discuss upcoming albums from Siouxsie and the Banshees and The Smithereens, a new single from Simple Minds and upcoming Record Day LPs.


Altered Images Mascara Streakz:
https://altimage.lnk.to/mascarastreakzAS

Altered Images website:
http://alteredimages.band/

Holly Johnson website:
https://www.hollyjohnson.com/

To purchase The Smithereens Lost Album:
https://tinyurl.com/ffna8wnu

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Season 2, Episode 31

Along with the review of Information Society's 2021 album ODDfellow on our previous episode, T-Bone and Steve had the pleasure of talking with Paul Robb from the band!

We discuss the bands history, what they're doing now, that newest release and much more.

Information Society:
https://informationsociety.bandcamp.com/
https://www.facebook.com/informationsociety

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Season 2, Episode 30

Get on your dancing shoes as Steve and T-Bone take a listen to the 2022 album Masquerade from Bananarama and then Information Society's 2021 release, ODDfellow.

In music news, we talk about the Bauhaus tour, new singles from The Church and Lightning Seeds and more.

Bananarama:
https://www.bananarama.co.uk/

Information Society:
https://informationsociety.band-camp.com/
https://m.facebook.com/informationsociety

"Running Up That Hill" CD single:
https://store.rhino.com/en/running-up-that-hill-cd-single/5054197305122.html

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Steve and T-Bone present another new music spotlight with the band GGOOLLDD.  Steve had the opportunity to chat with GGOOLLDD's lead singer Margaret Butler.   

They discuss the bands history and how they were signed to open for OMD back in 2018.  In addition, they talk about the release of their full album in 2020, getting back to live shows, new singles "Superstar" and "Dancing in Real Life" and more. 

GGOOLLDD Spotify Music:
https://open.spotify.com/artist/0AeOqmIHozTkj0uWXOlLr7?si=NjkG1qhTSp-EUYmQzDUAgA&nd=1

Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/ggoolldd/

Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/ggoollddband

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Season 2,  Episode 28

Steve had an opportunity to talk with Jack Hues,  lead singer of Wang Chung.  They talk about the beginning of the band,  their music and being on the Lost 80s tour.

The Wang Chung website:
https://www.wangchung.com/

Jack Hues' website:
https://www.jackhues.com/

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

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 Season 2,  Episode 27

On this episode of Don't You Forget About Me: The New Wave Music Podcast,  Steve and T-Bone take a listen to the 2022 release from The Fixx,  "Every Five Seconds,"  as well as "Starting Now"  from Toad The Wet Sprocket,  released in 2021.

In addition,  we also talk about The Cure's "Wish"  reissue,  a John Hughes "Mix-Tape"  release,  Echo And The Bunnymen tour issues and our review of the Lost 80s Live show.

The Fixx website:
https://www.thefixx.com/

Toad The Wet Sprocket website:
https://toadthewetsprocket.com/

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

Magic Cyclops:
https://youtube.com/channel/UCy0n359mjE3dm0Otr3Tz9cg

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Season 2, Episode 26

On this episode we're going to look at the latest album from Johnny Hates Jazz, 2020's Wide Awake.

In addition, we had the pleasure of having a conversation with lead singer Clark Datchler.  We talk about the bands history and the album.

The Johnny Hates Jazz website:
http://johnnyhatesjazz.com/

Click here to purchase Johnny Hates Jazz albums:
https://store.johnnyhatesjazz.com/

Clark Datchler's website:
https://clarkdatchler.com/home

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Season 2, Episode 25

In this episode, Steve had the opportunity to talk with David Sterry, lead singer of Real Life.

They discuss the bands history and their most recent, and possibly final album, Sirens.

The Real Life website:
https://www.reallifemusic.net/

To purchase the album - Sirens:
https://www.amazon.com/Sirens-Real-Life/dp/B083RJGBT1?ref_=d6k_applink_bb_dls&dplnkId=2c1cfe1f-5859-4d07-aa52-8ec5dc3a5104

To purchase the album - Send Me An Angel - 80's Synth Essentials
https://www.amazon.com/Send-Me-Angel-Synth-Essentials/dp/B00265UKMU

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Season 2, Episode 24

In this special episode, we're going to delve into the 2021 release of Steadman's Wake from jangle pop band, The Connells.

In addition, we have a fun interview with two original members: guitarist and vocalist Mike Connell and lead vocalist Doug MacMillan.

The Connells website, where you can purchase this album:
https://www.theconnells.com/

Follow The Connells
https://linktr.ee/TheConnells

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Season 2, Episode 23

In this episode we jump into “Omega,”  the brand new album by The Alarm, which was written and recorded in just 50 days.

Also, we review Jay Aston's Gene Love Jezebel 2018 album “Dance Underwater.” 

How do these albums stack up?  Will Steve and T-Bone give them a recommendation?

And in music news we discuss the new single from Danny Elfman and Iggy Pop as well as new songs from A-ha & Altered Images. 

Jay Aston's Gene Loves Jezebel- Dance Underwater
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B071FMSGKB/ref=tmm_fbs_msc_title_0?ie=UTF8&amp&qid=&amp&sr=

The Alarm - Omega
https://ingrv.es/omega

Danny Elfman - Bigger. Messier
https://dannyelfmanbigmess.com/

A-ha - I’m In
https://forms.sonymusicfans.com/campaign/de_a-ha_im_in_presave/

Altered Images - Mascara Streakz Album
https://altimage.lnk.to/mascarastreakzAS

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Season 2, Episode 22

A man of many musical talents, James Stevenson may not be a name you recognize, but the bands he's been in..... you surely will.

We talk to James about his band history, his influences and his most recent album from 2021, The Other Side Of The World.

James Stevenson CDs are only available from his website:
http://jamesstevenson.info/

And can be purchased on most all streaming services:
https://music.apple.com/us/album/the-other-side-of-the-world/1576230820
https://open.spotify.com/album/3mou7KJu7AoiaTy6MK91me

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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.  

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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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Season 1, Episode 14

In this episode we discuss the 2022 album "The Tipping Point" from legendary Tears for Fears.  We also take a listen to 2018's"Walk Between Worlds" from Simple Minds.

In music news we discuss the new singles from The Fixx & XPropaganda.  Also, tour dates for Duran Duran, & The Violent Femmes.  Plus, we give our review of the March 12, 2022 concert from Oingo Boingo Former Members!

Tears for Fears - The Tipping Point
https://www.amazon.com/The-Tipping-Point/dp/B09GV7ZW1L

Simple Minds - Walk Between Worlds
https://www.amazon.com/Between-Worlds-Deluxe-Simple-Minds/dp/B077GSCV8D

The Fixx - Closer
https://www.thefixx.com/news/closer-the-new-single-from-the-fixx

XPropaganda
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7SvzxkCH5fg

Oingo Boingo Former Members video highlights
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QLaSkkUAA18

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Season 1, Episode 13

Join us as we discuss the 2021 album "Dreamers are Waiting" from Crowded House, as well as Midnight Oil's latest album, "Resist." 

In music news we discuss the new single from XPropaganda, tour dates from Howard Jones and Midge Ure, Bauhaus, & Midnight Oil.  Also, finally an update on The Cure's forthcoming albums. 

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Season 1, Episode 12

This episode we discuss the 2019 album "Hotel Last Resort" by Violent Femmes as well as 2020's "Alphabetland" from the legendary LA punk band X. 

In music news we discuss the new single from The Fixx and tour dates for Elvis Costello.

Violent Femmes - Hotel Last Resort
https://violent-femmes-us.myshopify.com/products/hotel-last-resort-cd

X - Alphabetland
https://xtheband.bandcamp.com/album/alphabetland

X - Xtras
https://xtheband.bandcamp.com/album/xtras

The Fixx - Woman of Flesh & Blood
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09R6LGTTL/ref=sr_1_2?keywords=the+fixx+woman+of+flesh+and+blood&qid=1645470864&sprefix=the+fixx+woman%2Caps%2C323&sr=8-2

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Season 1, Episode 11

This episode we discuss the 2016 album "The Lexicon of Love II" by ABC,  as well as 2020's "Made of Rain" from The Psychedelic Furs. 

In music news we discuss the new single from Midnight Oil, update on Erasure 2022 tour dates and new music from The Rave Ups.

ABC - Lexicon of Love II
https://www.amazon.com/Lexicon-Love-II-ABC/dp/B01E4JVJ16

The Psychedelic Furs - Made of Rain
https://www.musicglue.com/the-psychedelic-furs/products/made-of-rain-digital

The Rave Ups - Tomorrow
https://omnivorerecordings.com/shop/tomorrow

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Season 1, Episode 10

This episode we discuss the 15th album from Sting, "The Bridge."  We also jump into the 16th album from James, "All the Colours of You." 

In music news we take a listen the the new track from Simple Minds and have The Church's 2022 tour dates.

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Season 1, Episode 9

On this episode we discuss the 24th studio album "A Steady Drip, Drip, Drip" from Sparks.  We also discuss the 23rd album "Book" from They Might Be Giants. 

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Season 1, Episode 8

This episode we discuss the latest album, Journey To You, from legendary band The Blow Monkeys... and a special surprise. 

We also have news of the latest from Cy Curnin, U2, and Oingo Boingo Former Members.

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https://theblowmonkeys.bandcamp.com/merch

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Season 1, Episode 7

This episode is all about the cover albums.  Join us as we discuss the latest albums from Dave Gahan & Soulsaver's, "Imposter," and Morrissey's "California Sun."

Along with music news featuring new single from Tears for Fears and Joe Jackson and Midnight Oil tour updates.

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Season 1, Episode 6

Join us this episode as we discuss the latest albums from Duran Duran "Future Past" and Erasure "The Neon," along with the "NE:EP. " 

Also, music news featuring the new song from The Fixx, and new music from Dear Boy. 

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Season 1, Episode 5

Join us as we discuss the latest albums from Tom Baily "Science Fiction" and Berlin "Transcendence."

Also, music news featuring The Church & Midnight Oil. 

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Season 1, Episode 4

Join us as we discuss the latest albums from Gary Numan, 2017's "Savage (Songs from a Broken World)" and 2021's "Intruder."

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Season 1, Episode 3

Join us as we discuss the newest album from Danny Elfman "Big Mess".   We also look at the four remastered Oingo Boingo albums from Rubellan Remasters. "Only a Lad", "Nothing to Fear", "Good for your Soul" & "Dead Man's Party".

Songs from Danny Elfman we discussed can be found at https://www.dannyelfman.com/

If you would like to know more about Rubellan Remasters visit their website: https://www.rubellanremasters.com/

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Season 1, Episode 2

We discuss the latest albums from The English Beat & The Ocean Blue.

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Season 1, Episode 1

Orchestral Manoeuvers in The Dark, otherwise known as O.M.D. returned to making new music in 2006.  Join us as we discuss the last two studio albums "Electric English" & "The Punishment of Luxury." 

Also, in 2019 we had a chance to interview Paul & Andy from O.M.D. about working with John Hughes for their iconic song "If You Leave."

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