New Wave

The keytar. It’s the totally rad, hybrid musical instrument of the 80s.

The first thing that typically comes to mind when hearing the word “keytar” is retro 80s, neon colors, synth-pop and new wave music. But did you know some of the first musicians to sport the keytar were jazz musicians? Well, silly me, I didn’t until I started doing some research! I just automatically assumed if…

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Duran Duran’s ‘Danse Macbre’: A Perfect Halloween Playlist

Back in the 80’s I used to make jokes about all my pals and classmates who were obsessed with Duran Duran, but the older I get the more I realize these dudes were groundbreaking 80s pop and rock leaders — and now they have their own Halloween concept album. Danse Macabre was released last year…

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Sunday Jams: The Smiths

Say what you want about Morrissey, but The Smiths were one of the most groundbreaking new wave bands of their generation.

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