Tears for Fears is an English pop rock band that has been active since 1981. They are known for their 80s synth-based new wave/pop sound, which evolved into a more Beatles-ish sound in the 90s. Their music has been described as pop/rock, alternative/indie rock, new wave, punk/new wave, and college rock. While they have experimented with different genres throughout their career, their most well-known songs are generally considered to be in the pop rock or new wave genres.