New Wave Rock – 80s Rock That Surfed the New Wave

Here are some Rock bands that espoused a New Wave sensibility (i.e. with production values, the use or non-use of synthesizers, and “New Wave” songwriting conception) who did or did not find critical success in either genre in the 80s.

Saga – On The Loose

The Tubes – Talk to Ya Later

Greg Kihn Band – Jeopardy

Felony – The Fanatic

Gary Myrick and the Figures – She Talks in Stereo

Chaz Jenkel – Questionnaire

Ian Dury – Hit Me With Your Rhythm Stick

The Romantics – Talking in Your Sleep

Loverboy – Turn Me Loose

Peter Wolf – Come As You Are

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