The albums that define
new romantic.
Our picks for where to start with new romantic — with a one-line read on why each one matters.
The new romantic essentials
Twenty-four picks. Press play on any of them.
Roxy Music
Roxy Music
A vibrant fusion of glam rock and art pop, filled with avant-garde experimentation and lush orchestration.
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Roxy Music
Siren
A seductive blend of art rock and glam, wrapped in lush arrangements and evocative lyrics.
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A Flock of Seagulls
A Flock of Seagulls
Synth-driven melodies intertwine with ethereal vocals, creating a vibrant soundscape of early '80s new wave.
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A Flock of Seagulls
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A swirling blend of synths and melodic hooks, capturing the essence of early '80s new wave.
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A Flock of Seagulls
The Story of a Young Heart
Ethereal synth melodies weave through introspective lyrics, creating a dreamy soundscape of new wave melancholy.
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Roxy Music
For Your Pleasure
Ethereal melodies entwine with avant-garde experimentation, creating a lush soundscape that defies genre boundaries.
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Roxy Music
The Best of Roxy Music
A shimmering collection of art rock anthems that encapsulate Roxy Music's glam and innovative spirit.
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Roxy Music
Stranded
Lush orchestration and sophisticated melodies intertwine with Brian Ferry's alluring vocals, creating an atmospheric blend of glam and art rock.
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Roxy Music
Manifesto
A lush synthesis of art rock and new wave, blending ethereal melodies with glam's flamboyance.
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Roxy Music
Country Life
A kaleidoscopic blend of glam rock and art pop, filled with lush arrangements and provocative lyrics.
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Duran Duran
From Mediterranea with Love
A vibrant blend of live energy and Mediterranean-inspired melodies woven into Duran Duran's iconic sound.
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Duran Duran
Live from London
A vibrant collection of synth-driven anthems and nostalgic hits, capturing Duran Duran's electrifying live energy.
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Duran Duran
Liberty
A polished blend of synth-pop and rock, infused with introspective lyrics and a vibrant production style.
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Duran Duran
A Diamond in the Mind: Live 2011
A vibrant blend of classic hits and newer tracks, showcasing Duran Duran's enduring fusion of pop and rock energy.
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Duran Duran
Big Thing
A vibrant blend of synth-pop and alternative rock, exploring themes of love and identity against lush electronic backdrops.
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Duran Duran
Carnival
A vibrant blend of synth-pop and new wave that pulses with youthful exuberance and romantic longing.
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Duran Duran
Master Mixes
A vibrant collage of remixes blending new wave, electronic beats, and art pop sensibilities into a danceable soundscape.
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Duran Duran
The Essential Collection
A vibrant tapestry of synths and catchy hooks that defines the essence of 1980s pop and new wave.
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Duran Duran
Medazzaland
A vibrant blend of electronic textures and introspective lyrics, capturing Duran Duran's experimental spirit in the late '90s.
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Duran Duran
Seven and the Ragged Tiger
An eclectic mix of synth-driven pop and rock that embodies the vibrant spirit of the early '80s.
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Duran Duran
Paper Gods
A vibrant fusion of synths and live instrumentation that captures Duran Duran's artistic evolution while echoing their classic roots.
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Duran Duran
Red Carpet Massacre
A blend of electronic pop and rock, infused with a glossy, modern production aesthetic reflecting early 2000s trends.
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Duran Duran
Singles Box Set 1986–1995
A retrospective journey through Duran Duran's vibrant fusion of pop, rock, and electronic sounds across a transformative decade.
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Duran Duran
Decade
A vibrant celebration of 80s synth-pop, blending catchy hooks with atmospheric soundscapes and an unmistakable glam essence.
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