The Best New Wave Artists Ever | Top 4 New Wave Songs | Ep. 5.17 📱

Season 5 of The Rushmore Show wraps up our Music Series as we climb the mountain for one of the most colorful and influential movements in modern music history. In this episode of Thursday Night Live, we carve out the Top 4 New Wave Songs of All Time, celebrating the artists and songs that defined the sound, style, and attitude of the 1980s. New Wave exploded onto the music scene in the late 1970s and early 1980s as a fresh evolution of punk, pop, and electronic music. Bands like Duran Duran, Depeche Mode, The Police, Talking Heads, Tears for Fears, The Cars, A Flock of Seagulls, and New Order helped create a new sound that blended synthesizers, pop hooks, and bold fashion with the emerging power of MTV. Iconic songs like “Take On Me,” “Hungry Like the Wolf,” “Everybody Wants to Rule the World,” “Just Can’t Get Enough,” and “Blue Monday” helped define the decade and shaped the early days of music video culture. From neon colors and synthesizers to unforgettable melodies and legendary music videos, New Wave music helped shape the identity of the MTV generation. Tonight we debate which songs belong on the New Wave Mount Rushmore and revisit the tracks that still make the 80s feel alive. Joining Kirk and Andy tonight are two creators deeply connected to music culture and retro entertainment. About Tyler Peters (Tyler’s Take / DTP Productions) Tyler Peters is the creator behind DTP Productions and the Tyler’s Take podcast, where he explores music history, entertainment, and pop culture with thoughtful commentary and deep dives into classic artists and iconic moments in music. Through his podcasts and articles, Tyler brings a passionate perspective to the conversation around music and the culture that surrounds it. https://tylerstakepodcast.wordpress.c... About Smash Ventura (We’re Living In The 1980’s) Smash Ventura is the host of the retro radio show “We’re Living In The 1980’s,” airing Sunday nights on Star1079.com. Known as the Neon Icon and Retro Renegade, Smash celebrates everything that made the decade unforgettable. His show features classic 80s music, retro commercials, TV themes, and nostalgic deep dives into the culture that defined the MTV generation. Smash also brings the nostalgia to YouTube through Smash Ventura TV, where he continues sharing the sights and sounds of the 1980s with fans around the world. ▶ Star1079 Radio https://www.star1079.com⁠� ▶ Smash Ventura TV    / @smashventura⁠�   📆 When: Thursday, April 30, 2026 ⏰ Time: 8 PM EST | 7 PM CST Upcoming Music Series Schedule Ep 5.10: March 12 – Top 4 Alternative Bands Guests: Ray Miller (MechaOtakuGamer), David Bryant (Augusta Video Gaming Expo) Ep 5.11: March 19 – Songs That Make Us Feel 17 Again Guests: Foxx Siker, Davey Lusco Ep 5.12: March 26 – Pop Punk Artists Guests: David Finn (Finntendo), Peter (Waves N Games) Ep 5.13: April 2 – Funny and Parody Songs Guests: Drew Dodgen (The Cel Cast Podcast), Celeste Mora (Geek Devotions) Ep 5.14: April 9 – Underrated Bands Guests: William Dorn (Fortress of Solitude Collectibles), Matt Henneghan (Dusty Flotilla) Ep 5.15: April 16 – Storytelling Songs Guests: Tony Talavera (Nerd of Godcast), Dylan Thibodeaux Ep 5.16: April 23 – Album Covers Guests: Evon Blackledge (22 Sound Records), Mike Campbell (Poké-Mike and Mr. Lax) Ep 5.17: April 30 – New Wave Songs Guests: Tyler Peters (DTP Productions), Smash Ventura 💬 Comment of the Week What are your Top 4 New Wave Songs of all time? Which 80s band defined the New Wave era for you? FOLLOW US 🌐 Linktree https://linktr.ee/Rushmoreshow⁠� 📧 Email [email protected] 🗓️ New Episodes Thursdays at 7 CST | 8 EST 🎥 First Friday Special Livestream Nights Hit LIKE, SHARE, and SUBSCRIBE to support the channel and become part of the Summit Squad. Tap the notification bell so you never miss an episode. Follow Us 📸 Andy @revricketts89 📸 Kirk @kp2pk Reboot Ministries Various Sundays #RushmoreShow #NewWave #80sMusic #TakeOnMe #DuranDuran #DepecheMode #Top4AndNothingMore #ThursdayNightLive #FaithMeetsFandom 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/65095951...