New wave releases, week 43

This week's new wave releases highlight a blend of archival revelations, long-awaited returns, and bold new ventures. From Fontaines D.C.'s intimate performance tied to their latest release to Martin Garrix's debut album under his real name, the genre continues to evolve through both legacy acts and emerging voices. New tracks by Martin Gore and his daughter, as well as the debut of 40 Elephants featuring members of Bush Tetras and Siouxsie and the Banshees, signal a dynamic cross-generational energy. Meanwhile, reissues, documentaries, and deep dives into the past underscore the enduring resonance of new wave's foundational moments.

1. 01

   Talking Heads

   Talking Heads announce first authorized book 'New Feeling'

   Oct 23 · 11 outlets

2. 02

   Fontaines D.C., Japan

   Fontaines D.C. launch 'Dopamine Chamber' with intimate Roundhouse performance

   Oct 19 · 9 outlets

3. 03

   Harry Styles, John Wilson

   Harry Styles Announces Tour Documentary With John Wilson

   Oct 19 · 8 outlets

4. 04

   Ed Sheeran, Madonna, Martin Garrix, U2, Aitana

   Martin Garrix announces debut pop album 'MARTY' featuring U2, Ed Sheeran, Madonna and Aitana

   Oct 24 · 7 outlets

5. 05

   Adam Dutkiewicz, Howard Jones, Killswitch Engage

   Burn Eternal, featuring Killswitch Engage's Adam D and Howard Jones, signs with Metal Blade Records

   Oct 22 · 6 outlets

6. 06

   Alice Cooper, John Lennon

   Alice Cooper's memoir 'Devil On My Shoulder' becomes international best-seller

   Oct 22 · 5 outlets

7. 07

   Martin L. Gore, Depeche Mode, Johnnie Lee

   Martin Gore and Cliff Damavandi release new track 'Cross Whisper' with vocals by Gore's daughter

   Oct 21 · 4 outlets

8. 08

   She Wants Revenge

   She Wants Revenge announce new album and share lead single 'Black Wax/Our Love'

   Oct 21 · 3 outlets

9. 09

   U2

   U2 annonce un nouvel album et une tournée mondiale en 2027

   Oct 21 · 3 outlets

10. 10

    Michael Kiwanuka, Soft Cell

    Michael Kiwanuka revient avec un nouvel album après son AVC

    Oct 25 · 2 outlets

11. 11

    Gwendoline

    Gwendoline annonce son troisième album avec le single "Régis"

    Oct 23 · 2 outlets

12. 12

    Madonna

    Madonna : Stuart Price revient sur les coulisses de Confessions II

    Oct 23 · 2 outlets

13. 13

    Brandon Flowers, The Killers

    Brandon Flowers debuts solo song 'Diamonds On Black Velvet' cut from The Killers' 'Pressure Machine'

    Oct 23 · 2 outlets

14. 14

    Blondie

    Blondie annonce un nouvel album pour février

    Oct 20 · 2 outlets

15. 15

    Elvis Costello

    These Elvis Costello Lyrics From 1982 Anticipated His New Style

    Oct 25 · 1 outlet

16. 16

    Ricky Warwick, Lemmy Kilmister, David Bowie, Metallica, Guns N’ Roses, Alice Cooper

    Ricky Warwick's wild stories of Lemmy, David Bowie, Alice Cooper, Guns N' Roses, Metallica and more

    Oct 25 · 1 outlet

17. 17

    Joy Division

    Joy Division book ‘A Cactus in a Dead Land’ launches in Macclesfield

    Oct 24 · 1 outlet

18. 18

    The Cure

    Nos 50 albums préférés des années 80 : 48. The Cure – Disintegration (1989)

    Oct 24 · 1 outlet

19. 19

    Hailee Steinfeld, The Cars

    Hailee Steinfeld Will Have a Hold on You in ‘Magic’ Cover of The Cars for ‘Hexed’ Movie: Listen

    Oct 23 · 1 outlet

20. 20

    Haute & Freddy, Peter Gabriel

    Haute & Freddy – “Film Noir” & “In Your Eyes” (Peter Gabriel Cover)

    Oct 23 · 1 outlet

21. 21

    Elvis Costello & The Attractions

    Elvis Costello And The Attractions Released “Almost Blue” 45 Years Ago Today

    Oct 23 · 1 outlet

22. 22

    The Drums, Ugly, The Avalanches, Daft Punk

    Pendant que Daft Punk vend des Lego, voici 3 pépites indé à écouter (The Drums, Ugly, The Avalanches)

    Oct 23 · 1 outlet

23. 23

    Pet Shop Boys

    Pet Shop Boys Released “Concrete” 20 Years Ago Today

    Oct 23 · 1 outlet

24. 24

    Dead Astronauts

    Dead Astronauts Dig Into Romantic Ruin on New Album “Shallow Grave”

    Oct 23 · 1 outlet

25. 25

    Nirvana, The Cure, R.E.M.

    Nirvana, The Cure, R.E.M. : cet homme a enregistré plus de 10.000 concerts, aujourd'hui accessibles gratuitement

    Oct 22 · 1 outlet

26. 26

    LIINES

    LIINES – As Shadows Fall

    Oct 22 · 1 outlet

27. 27

    Taxi Girl

    Taxi Girl : comment "Cherchez le garçon" a propulsé la cold wave française dans les hit-parades

    Oct 22 · 1 outlet

28. 28

    Fat Dog

    Fat Dog fait danser les punks et pogoter les clubbers

    Oct 22 · 1 outlet

29. 29

    Venin Carmin

    Venin Carmin – Vengeance

    Oct 21 · 1 outlet

30. 30

    Bush Tetras, Siouxsie and the Banshees

    Hear the debut single from 40 Elephants (Bush Tetras, Siouxsie and the Banshees members), “Pixie Dust”

    Oct 21 · 1 outlet

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