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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, and Haircut 100 — plus a nostalgic twist with a classic ’80s cover from Andy Bell of Erasure. Tune in for lively discussion, sharp insights, and a celebration of the best in modern and classic new wave.

David Byrne:

https://whoisthesky.davidbyrne.com/

The Blow Monkeys

https://www.theblowmonkeys.com/

Album Nerds Podcast:

https://rss.com/podcasts/albumnerds/

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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 Bauhaus classic by EMF.

The Chameleons:

https://chameleonsband.com

Peter Murphy:

https://www.petermurphy.info/

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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 their latest single.

Along the way, NITE open up about the inspiration behind their songs, and their experience collaborating with Leah Lane from Rosegarden Funeral Party. If you’re a fan of dark wave, synth driven atmospheres, or discovering your next favorite band, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.

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