new wave
44 women, non-binary artists, and bands with women making new wave. start at whatever level you're standing on.
the whole new wave guide: what it is, where to start, everyone making it →
level 2 · the door
big names with a sharper edge
level 3 · one step out
cult favorites and indie darlings
level 4 · further
art pop, hyperpop, and the underground
level 5 · all the way
deep experimental
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questions
Who are some women making new wave?
Blondie, Strawberry Switchblade, Eurythmics, The Pretenders, The Go-Go's, and Cyndi Lauper are a few. musicisforgirls.com/genres/new-wave/girls lists 44, sorted from mainstream to underground.
Who are some underground women making new wave?
Further out, try Lene Lovich, Anne Clark, Tokyo, and Nina Hagen.
Where should I start with new wave?
Start with Eurythmics, Nena, and The Bangles, then work your way out a level at a time.
where does your own listening sit? map your taste ✦
artists from musicbrainz and last.fm, updated 2026-10-20
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