De new wave
Example: De new wave muziek uit de jaren tachtig klinkt nog steeds fris.
Definition
"De new wave" refers to a genre of music that emerged in the late 1970s and 1980s characterized by its blend of punk rock energy with pop sensibilities, electronic sounds, and experimental production techniques. It is known for its fresh and innovative style, often associated with the 1980s music scene.
Etymology
The term "de new wave" comes from the English phrase 'new wave,' originally used to describe a new movement or style in music. It was adopted into Dutch to label this specific genre. The phrase captures the idea of a 'new wave' or trend breaking away from traditional rock and punk sounds.
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"De new wave" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Music - (B1) - set 1", containing 102 commonly used words.
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