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Neue Deutsche Welle

Or maybe just german language songs, really
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29 songs
2:38Song Image
synthpop, neue deutsche welle, playful, cinematic grandeur, male and female vocals, pop, catchy hook, world
2:23Song Image
Opens with crisp electronic drums and pulsing synth bass, layering bright arpeggiators and icy pads, Verses carry rhythmic synth stabs and lush string textures, rising into anthemic, cinematic choruses with sweeping synth leads, Passionate male vocals soar throughout, punctuated by a bold, catchy hook
2:31Song Image
synthpop, male vocals, cinematic, humorous, neue deutsche welle, german lyrics, pop
3:37Song Image
The track opens with a crisp classic Cassio drum machine beat, keeping rhythms intentionally sparse, A pulsing Moog bass locks the groove while bright, minimal synth stabs create rhythmic interplay, The vocoder-driven vocals glide atop, with short melodic synth lines layering in each chorus, all maintaining an airy, infectious 80s synthpop aesthetic
2:54Song Image
Bright synth stabs, punchy Linn-style drums, and a pulsing bassline drive the NDW-meets-80s synthpop track, Verses rely on crisp electronic grooves and minimal guitar, The chorus bursts with lush poly synths and exuberant, singalong melodies supported by tight harmonies
3:02Song Image
Driven by crisp electronic drums and pulsing analog bass, this upbeat 80s synthwave track incorporates angular, cold synth lines and syncopated arpeggios, Layered, metallic keys weave with precise, robotic grooves, The chorus explodes with anthemic, singable hooks—Austrian-accented vocals lending a quirky edge—while maintaining a subtle tension between melodic accessibility and NDW-inspired experimentation, Industrial textures and glistening digital leads evoke technological unease, balancing catchy warmth with mechanistic chill
4:33Song Image
An upbeat German minimal synth + new wave track at 110–120 BPM, structured around syncopated Casio drum patterns—kick on 1 & 3, snappy lo-fi snare/clap on 2 & 4, electronic hi-hat—and a thin square/saw synth-bass ostinato rooted on C, Verses feature clipped, close-mic spoken-sing vocals (E4–G4, narrow range), dry and upfront with tight phrasing and 150–300ms rests after lines, Chorus spotlights a bright four-note synth hook (E4–F4–A4–G4), contrasting with a call line (C4–D4–F4–E4) and evenly sustained 'na-na-na', Arrangement builds with classic sterile synth stabs (C–G–Am–F), bright arpeggiated synths, and sparse, clean guitar stabs for new wave texture, Mix keeps vocals very dry with HPF at 150Hz, fast 3:1 compression, slight tape saturation, 0, 8s plate reverb at 5% wet, bass with subtle distortion, light shimmer on soft pads for polish
3:22Song Image
Authentic Neue Deutsche Welle synth-punk track with industrial electronic soundscape, Vintage analog synthesizers creating cold, angular sonic textures, Drum machine with precise, mechanical rhythms that feel mathematically structured yet emotionally charged, Key Specifications: - Tempo: 120-130 BPM - Key: D minor - Primary Instrumentation: Analog synthesizers - Electronic percussion with clinical precision - Vocal Style: Speak-singing with sharp articulation Technical Production: - Minimal analog reverb - Slight electronic distortion - Synthesizer sounds inspired by Kraftwerk-inspired and DAF - Percussion: Mathematically structured - Vocal mix prominent - Sound evoking existential tension Performance Approach: - Detached yet passionate vocal delivery - Sudden explosive emotional moments - Intellectual sound design - Raw, uncompromising electronic texture - Early 80s German underground electronic punk aesthetic - Mechanical yet expressive sonic landscape
3:07Song Image
A synth-driven 80s pop track featuring brash electronic drums, pulsating bass, and stabbing synth chords, Verses employ choppy, rhythmic spoken vocals with punchy phrasing, The chorus explodes with bold melodic hooks, layered gang vocals, and tight interplay between digital sounds and quirky percussion fills
2:34Song Image
male vocals, synth-driven, neue deutsche welle
4:00Song Image
synthpop, pop, rhythmic, male vocals, electronic, neue deutsche welle
1:44Song Image
humorous, neue deutsche welle, pop, introspective, synthpop, male vocals, world
2:29Song Image
synthpop, neue deutsche welle, playful, cinematic grandeur, male and female vocals, pop, catchy hook, world
3:48Song Image
Opens with crisp electronic drums and pulsing synth bass, layering bright arpeggiators and icy pads, Verses carry rhythmic synth stabs and lush string textures, rising into anthemic, cinematic choruses with sweeping synth leads, Passionate male vocals soar throughout, punctuated by a bold, catchy hook
2:40Song Image
A punchy 80s minimal synthpop song kicks off with a classic Cassio drum pattern, anchoring a driving motorik groove, Sparse vintage synths layer catchy arpeggios, leaving space for melodic vocoder vocals that glide over the pulse, The arrangement remains lean, rhythm-focused, and vibrant
4:07Song Image
A synthpop track fuses 80s Neue Deutsche Welle and 80s Svensktoppen: bright synth lines, crisp drum machines, playful bass, cinematic orchestral flourishes, and a catchy, singable hook led with a strong German accent, The middle features a lengthy, dynamic instrumental break, merging retro synth layers, dramatic stabs, and sweeping pads, A final section explodes into a high-energy 00s techno remix—pounding kicks, filtered synth riffs, and chopped vocal samples—before a succinct, triumphant outro
3:13Song Image
Punchy synths and a driving electronic drum machine set a kinetic 80s groove, Staccato synth bass underpins tight, syncopated guitar riffs, while bold brass stabs punctuate the verse, The chorus explodes with layered synth melodies and rapid-fire, talk-sing vocal delivery over relentless percussion
5:50Song Image
Built on stark, looping Casio drum patterns and ultra-minimal synth pulses, this early 80s New Wave, NDW track exudes cool detachment, Vocals are dry, repetitive, almost deadpan, doubling the main melody, Occasional trebly synth stabs and robotic fills add quirky texture
4:00Song Image
synthpop, male vocals, cinematic, humorous, neue deutsche welle, german lyrics, pop
3:00Song Image
male vocals, synth-driven, neue deutsche welle
3:16Song Image
synthpop, pop, rhythmic, male vocals, electronic, neue deutsche welle
2:17Song Image
humorous, neue deutsche welle, pop, introspective, synthpop, male vocals, world
4:32Song Image
A pulsating 80s groove built on tight programmed drums, funky slap bass, and chopped synth hits, Call-and-response vocal percussion trades with bold electronic toms, Sparse keys accent the rhythm, while robotic pads and claps lift each chorus, A playful, loop-driven arrangement
3:21Song Image
Opening with punchy synth stabs and steady electronic drums, the track rides a buoyant bassline topped by bright keys reminiscent of 80s Neue Deutsche Welle, Verses highlight playful phrasing delivered in a distinct German accent, leading to a dramatic chorus with lush pads and a catchy melodic hook, The instrumental break stretches out with layered synth arpeggios, orchestral flourishes, and rhythmic surprises, blending cinematic grandeur and Svensktoppen pop sensibility before cycling back to the infectious chorus
3:01Song Image
Energetic 80s minimal German synthwave driven by a sharp, pulsating drum machine and warm analog synth basslines, layered with bright, melodic synth hooks and precise digital accents, The beat is fast, propulsive, and irresistibly danceable, Deadpan, monotone vocals deliver rhythmic spoken word with bureaucratic articulation, never deviating from a perfectly flat affect, Undramatic, half-hearted interjections punctuate transitions, The high-contrast mix between vibrant instrumentation and detached vocal delivery sustains tension, urging the dancefloor forward while keeping an air of calculated indifference
3:22Song Image
Propulsive motorik drums drive the 80s Krautrock-inspired intro, layered with pulsing analog synths and jagged new wave guitar hits, The energy crescendos into angular, punk-edged basslines, A relentless, extended instrumental break brings swirling synth arpeggios, fractured guitar feedback, and syncopated drum fills—momentum never falters, each section urgent and hypnotic, creating an atmosphere of perpetual forward motion
4:28Song Image
A long 80s experimental Krautrock/New Wave anthem opens with a relentless synth bass pulse and industrial drum machine groove, tightly synced for a mechanical feel, Cold analog synth layers build tension, while minimalist melodies weave in, accentuated by synthy arpeggios, Vocals shift between precise spoken-word and urgent, passionate lines, Brief, playful "baio aio" background vocals punctuate transitions, Crisp digital production, subtle reverb, and dramatic synth swells drive the dynamic arc, culminating in a vast, emotive crescendo in the last third, alluding to a mass awakening against the backdrop of the urban electronic landscape
3:02Song Image
Style: NDW (Neue Deutsche Welle) meets Schlager, alternative party anthem Tempo: Quirky 110-115 BPM, post-punk energy Vocal Delivery: Deadpan meets emotional, ironic yet sincere Lead vocals: Slightly detached, speak-sing style with underlying passion Background vocals: Angular, rhythmic group responses Emphasize spoken-word-like call-and-response sections Instrumental: Stripped-down, angular synth lines Minimalist electronic percussion Post-punk guitar accents Deliberately mechanical rhythm sections Unexpected electronic bleeps Stark, contrast-driven production Chorus with sudden emotional burst Mood: Ironic yet heartfelt New Year's reflection Intellectual party atmosphere Blend of cynicism and genuine hope Urban, slightly nerdy energy Sound that challenges while making you move Vocal Technique: Semi-spoken delivery Dry, precise pronunciation Sudden emotional vocal breaks Intentionally awkward group vocals Blend NDW's intellectual edge with Schlager's emotional core
2:19Song Image
A quirky early 80s NDW electro/new wave song, starting with a long rhythmic intro of dry drum machine, minimalist synth pulses, and teasing bass, Sharp, percussive Trio/George Kranz-style vocals enter sparsely, The structure laces three elongated instrumental breaks, introducing oddball synth melodies and playful percussion, Arrangements remain clean, danceable, and surprisingly polished, retaining a catchy, repetitive hook and a sense of deadpan boredom throughout, Ends on a tight, extended instrumental outro, balancing weirdness and slick early 80s German production