Much More Music seems to like The Police. I know
this was some time ago now, but back in September of 2004 they did a “20 Best of
New Wave” and The Police were #1. They even went into a decent explanation
of why, though many would not at first consider The Police to have been a new
wave band, they deserved to win in this category: First, The Police were
there at the beginning of new wave music with a fresh sound and style that
brought us into the age of video. Secondly, unlike many bands that just
penetrated the North American and European markets, The Police became an
international phenomenon. Finally, they referred to The Police’s wide
ranging musical influences as well as the virtuosity of each of the band members
as musicians. Here is the list from 20 to number
1:
A Flock of Seagulls
Adam Ant
Tears for Fears
Joe Jackson
English Beat
Human League
Simple Minds
Devo
The Cars
Talking Heads
Depeche Mode
The B 52s
The Pretenders
New Order
Elvis Costello
The Go Gos
Culture Club
Duran Duran
Blondie
The Police