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New rave

New rave is a music genre that emerged in United Kingdom in the 2000s. It is usually classed as a form of indie rock and alternative dance. Explore key artists and related styles.

About New rave

New rave is a music genre that emerged in United Kingdom in the 2000s. It is usually classed as a form of indie rock and alternative dance.

From Wikipedia

New rave (also known as nü rave, nu rave or neu rave) is a microgenre of indie rock and alternative dance coined by Klaxons founder Jamie Reynolds to describe a British alternative music scene that emerged between 2005 and late 2008. Characterized by fast-paced electronica-influenced indie music that drew influences from 1980s Madchester and rave scenes. The genre influenced the development of blog-related music scenes such as bloghouse and blog rock.

Notable acts include Klaxons, Trash Fashion, New Young Pony Club, Hadouken!, Late of the Pier and Shitdisco.

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What is New rave?

New rave is a music genre that emerged in United Kingdom in the 2000s. It is usually classed as a form of indie rock and alternative dance.

Where and when did New rave originate?

New rave originated in United Kingdom in the 2000s.

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