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Joe Jackson & Squeeze
May 1, 2026
48m 34s
Interview:Debora Iyall from Romeo Void
Apr 12, 2026
43m 34s
Morrissey & The Charlatans
Mar 30, 2026
57m 27s
Interview: Jesse Hartman from LAPTOP
Mar 9, 2026
51m 27s
Susanna Hoffs & Kristy MacColl
Feb 25, 2026
48m 33s
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| 5/1/26 |  Joe Jackson & Squeeze | We'd love to hear from you! Click here to send us a text. On this episode of The New Wave Music Podcast, Steve and Don dive deep into two major new releases, going track by track through Hope and Fury from Joe Jackson and the long-awaited Trixies from Squeeze, an album over 50 years in the making. From sharp songwriting to the signature sounds that defined a generation, they take a closer look at these albums, highlighting the standout moments and how they fit into each artist’s legac... | 48m 34s | ||||||
| 4/12/26 |  Interview:Debora Iyall from Romeo Void | We'd love to hear from you! Click here to send us a text. In this episode of the New Wave Music Podcast, we sit down with Debora Iyall of Romeo Void to explore the band’s full journey—from their beginnings in the late ‘70s San Francisco scene to becoming one of the most distinctive voices of the early alternative era. Debora reflects on the band’s evolution and shares insights into some of their most iconic songs, including Deborah shares the story of how her response to a Michael Jackson s... | 43m 34s | ||||||
| 3/30/26 |  Morrissey & The Charlatans | We'd love to hear from you! Click here to send us a text. In this episode, Steve and Don dive into two highly anticipated releases. They take a deep, track-by-track look at Morrissey’s Make-Up Is a Lie, exploring its themes, standout moments, and where it lands in his ever-controversial catalog. The conversation then shifts to The Charlatans’ We Are Loved, where they break down the band’s latest release, discussing its sonic direction, pacing, and how it stacks up against their classic era.... | 57m 27s | ||||||
| 3/9/26 |  Interview: Jesse Hartman from LAPTOP | We'd love to hear from you! Click here to send us a text. In this episode of The New Wave Music Podcast, Steve sits down with Jesse Hartman from LAPTOP for a deep dive into the band’s past, present, and future. Jesse takes listeners back to the beginning, sharing the story of how LAPTOP first came together and reflecting on the early days of the band, including the debut album Opening Credits and the follow-up release The Old Me vs The New You. Along the way, he discusses the songwriting pr... | 51m 27s | ||||||
| 2/25/26 |  Susanna Hoffs & Kristy MacColl | We'd love to hear from you! Click here to send us a text. 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... | 48m 33s | ||||||
| 2/10/26 |  New Music Spotlight: Silent WVLF | We'd love to hear from you! Click here to send us a text. 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://silen... | 27m 12s | ||||||
| 1/29/26 |  Erasure’s Andy Bell & Propaganda’s Claudia Brücken | We'd love to hear from you! Click here to send us a text. 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... | 50m 53s | ||||||
| 1/14/26 |  Men Without Hats & Sparks | We'd love to hear from you! Click here to send us a text. 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... | 44m 50s | ||||||
| 12/29/25 |  Top Albums of 2025 | We'd love to hear from you! Click here to send us a text. 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 altern... | 26m 38s | ||||||
| 12/8/25 |  Interview: Brian Chatton from Boys Don't Cry | We'd love to hear from you! Click here to send us a text. On this episode of The New Wave Music Podcast, Steve sits down with Brian Chatton, founding member and creative force behind Boys Don’t Cry. Brian takes us through the band’s early days, the origin of their name, and the playful nod to The Cure on their second album. We revisit the massive global success of “I Wanna Be a Cowboy,” how it reshaped the band’s trajectory, and the unforgettable (and sometimes bizarre) live moments that ca... | 32m 34s | ||||||
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| 12/1/25 |  Interview: Monique Powell from Save Ferris | We'd love to hear from you! Click here to send us a text. On this episode of The New Wave Music Podcast, Steve is joined by Monique Powell, the unmistakable voice of Save Ferris. Monique reflects on the band’s early days and their remarkable rise during the ’90s ska revival, including the story behind their breakout cover of “Come On Eileen” and how it became a defining moment in their career. The conversation also explores the long-awaited return of the Checkered Past EP to streaming platf... | 26m 26s | ||||||
| 11/17/25 |  Interview: Ian Dench from EMF | We'd love to hear from you! Click here to send us a text. On this episode of the New Wave Music Podcast, Steve sits down with Ian Dench, guitarist and principal songwriter for EMF the band behind the iconic hit “Unbelievable.” Ian reflects on the band’s early breakthrough, the whirlwind of success in the ’90s, and how that explosive start shaped EMF’s journey. He discusses the band’s creative evolution, what brought them back together, and why their blend of rock, dance, and electronic ener... | 31m 43s | ||||||
| 11/3/25 |  David Byrne & The Blow Monkeys | We'd love to hear from you! Click here to send us a text. 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 twis... | 51m 11s | ||||||
| 10/21/25 |  The Chameleons & Peter Murphy | We'd love to hear from you! Click here to send us a text. 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 B... | 37m 40s | ||||||
| 10/6/25 |  New Music Spotlight: NITE | We'd love to hear from you! Click here to send us a text. In this episode of the New Wave Music Podcast, we sit down with Myles and Kyle Mendes of NITE, a band that blends dark synth textures, melodic hooks, and a modern take on new wave. The brothers share the story of their origins, the meaning behind their name, and how their influences helped shape the band’s distinctive sound. We also dive deep into their music catalog, highlighting standout tracks from across their career, including t... | 43m 28s | ||||||
| 9/29/25 |  Third of Never - Interview with Jon Dawson & The Connells Doug MacMillan | We'd love to hear from you! Click here to send us a text. In this episode of the New Wave Music Podcast, we sit down with Doug MacMillan (fromThe Connells) and Jon Dawson of Third of Never to discuss their brand-new release, Damage the Pearl: Original Soundtrack. The album takes a bold, cinematic approach—blending New Wave textures, alternative energy, and psychedelic flourishes into a project that feels as much like a film score as a traditional record. Doug and Jon share the story o... | 51m 39s | ||||||
| 9/15/25 |  The Icicle Works Ian McNabb & Suzanne Vega | We'd love to hear from you! Click here to send us a text. In this episode of The New Wave Music Podcast, Steve dives into Ian McNabb’s brand-new album If It Wasn’t For The Music, as well as Suzanne Vega’s Flying with Angels—her first collection of new songs in over a decade. We’ll also bring you the latest music news, including fresh releases from Sparks, The Charlatans, Nine Inch Nails, Robert Smith, and more. Ian McNabb: https://www.ianmcnabb.com/ Suzanne Vega: https://www.suzannevega.com... | 36m 01s | ||||||
| 9/1/25 |  New Music Spotlight: Hayley and the Crushers | We'd love to hear from you! Click here to send us a text. In this New Music Spotlight, Steve chats with Hayley Cain of Hayley and the Crushers—a band that blends surf, punk, and power pop with a sound best described as the Go-Go’s meets X. Hayley shares how the band first came together, the story behind their name, and the influences that shaped their one-of-a-kind sound. We also dive into tracks from their latest EP, Unsubscribe from the Underground, and much more. Hayley and the Cru... | 53m 28s | ||||||
| 8/18/25 |  Interview: Peter Hooton from The Farm | We'd love to hear from you! Click here to send us a text. In this episode Steve sits down with Peter Hooton, lead vocalist of The Farm. Peter reflects on how his passion for music and the vibrant Liverpool scene inspired him to form the band, and he opens up about the stories behind their biggest hits, including the enduring anthems “All Together Now” and “Groovy Train.” After more than 30 years, The Farm have returned with their first new album since 1994, Let the Music Take Control. Peter... | 38m 27s | ||||||
| 8/4/25 |  Interview: Ivan Doroschuk from Men Without Hats | We'd love to hear from you! Click here to send us a text. Season 6, Episode 114 In this episode, Steve sits down with Ivan Doroschuk, the unmistakable voice behind Men Without Hats. Ivan pulls back the curtain on how the band got its iconic name and what it was like working with one of his musical heroes. Ivan also gives us an inside look at their infectious new track, “I Love the 80s,” unpacking the clever hidden references woven through its lyrics. It’s a nostalgic trip packed with fresh ... | 28m 24s | ||||||
| 7/24/25 |  Interview: Steve Hovington from B-Movie | We'd love to hear from you! Click here to send us a text. Season 6, Episode 113. In this episode, Steve Hovington of B-Movie shares how the band got its cinematic name, the story behind ‘Nowhere Girl’, and the influences that shaped their sound. He also dives into his solo work on Audience With Myself, how The Killers sparked B-Movie’s comeback, and the lost tracks brought back on Hidden Treasures. A must-listen for fans of B-Movie and new wave nostalgia. B-Movie: https://www.b-movie.... | 46m 51s | ||||||
| 7/7/25 |  Billy Idol & Ministry | We'd love to hear from you! Click here to send us a text. Season 6, Episode 112 After a big announcement from T-Bone, we're going to take a look at 2 very different albums. First up is the latest from new wave/punk legend Billy Idol and his 2025 album "Dream Into It." Up next, and not something we EVER thought we'd review, the latest from Ministry. Yes, Ministry. But you'll see why when you start listening. In music news we talk about the passing of an icon, Mike Pet... | 47m 03s | ||||||
| 6/30/25 |  Interview: Strangelove - The Depeche Mode Experiance Part 2 | We'd love to hear from you! Click here to send us a text. 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 fo... | 28m 13s | ||||||
| 6/16/25 |  Interview: Peter Godwin | We'd love to hear from you! Click here to send us a text. In this episode, Steve speaks with New Wave icon Peter Godwin for an intimate and wide-ranging conversation. Peter takes us back to his early days with the influential band Metro, sharing behind-the-scenes stories and the creative sparks that lit some of his most iconic tracks. He opens up about the inspirations behind his biggest hits and gives us an inside look at his upcoming tour with the Lost 80s Live. As a special t... | 51m 31s | ||||||
| 5/26/25 |  Interview: Limahl | We'd love to hear from you! Click here to send us a text. In this episode, Steve sits down with Limahl, the iconic frontman of Kajagoogoo and solo artist behind the timeless hit “Never Ending Story.” Limahl shares the story behind his unique stage name, reflects on his breakout days with Kajagoogoo, and about collaborating with legendary producer Giorgio Moroder. He also discusses the story behind his atmospheric cover of “A Horse With No Name,” and much more. It’s a deep dive i... | 51m 11s | ||||||
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