The Cars were formed in Boston in the late 1970s. They were one of the most popular synth-driven new wave bands and remained popular and influential into the MTV age. In fact, their video for "You Might Think" from this album won Video of the Year at the first MTV Video Music Awards. "Heartbreak City" had several additional hit tracks including "Magic", "Drive", "Hello Again", "Why Can't I Have You?", and the title track.
The Cars was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2018.
The Makin Waves Song of the Week is "Spiral Will," a single and video from "Fading Failing Ruin," the latest album from doomy Jersey Shore dirt metal greats Solace.
(NEW YORK, NY) -- The Strokes have unveiled their long-awaited new album, Reality Awaits - their first in six years - on July 24, 2026, via Cult Records/RCA Records. The LP features singles that have quickly become fan favorites: "Going Shopping" and "Falling out of Love." Reality Awaits awaits.
(MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- Mayo Performing Arts Center's Arts in the Community free summer concert schedule for 2026 has been announced. MPAC will present six free concerts between June and August. The lineup includes the return of three of their most popular events – Bollywood Dance Party, Country Line Dancing and Salsa at Sunset, as well as singer-songwriters, and more.
