New Wave & Pop Classics 80s - Depeche Mode, Simple Minds, New Order & More - Full Length DJ Mixes.

Background 'New Wave' evolved from 'Punk' in the late '70s being less anti-social and more radio (and MTV) friendly, hitting it's high in '83 and faded around '87. It can be best described as mixing the energy of Punk with a bit of 'Glam', 'Pop', 'Art-Rock' & 'Dance' and relied heavily on synthesizers. Criteria: These artists were chosen on thier popularity, originality, impact, influence, and talent in “New Wave“ music: Erasure, Ultravox, Yazoo, Simple Minds, Depeche Mode, Duran Duran, New Order, Propaganda, & More