Definition: New Wave is a kinder, gentler, more commercially successful form of Punk Rock. In fact, it evolved from, and eventually replaced punk.
Also Known As: Punk Rock
Examples:
Devo, Talking Heads, The Police, The Cars, The Go-Go’s
New Wave
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