No Wave

No Wave is a musical genre and art movement that emerged in the late 1970s in New York City. It was a reaction against the commercialism and musical conservatism of the mainstream rock scene. No Wave was characterized by a blend of experimental and punk rock, with a focus on dissonance and improvisation. Many No Wave musicians created their own instruments and utilized unconventional recording techniques. Some of the most prominent No Wave acts included DNA, Lydia Lunch, Glenn Branca, and Swans. The movement had a significant influence on the development of genres such as post-punk, noise rock, and industrial music.