| Rank | Name | Uses |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | new wave | 24 uses |
| 2 | synthpop | 18 uses |
| 3 | 80s | 17 uses |
| 4 | dutch | 13 uses |
| 5 | pop | 12 uses |
| 6 | indie rock | 8 uses |
| 7 | alternative rock | 5 uses |
| 8 | 90s | 4 uses |
| 9 | experimental | 3 uses |
| 10 | post-punk | 3 uses |
| 11 | no wave | 3 uses |
| 12 | rock | 2 uses |
| 13 | jangle pop | 2 uses |
| 14 | alternative dance | 2 uses |
| 15 | cold wave | 2 uses |
| 16 | alternative | 1 use |
| 17 | indie pop | 1 use |
| 18 | australian | 1 use |
| 19 | ebm | 1 use |
| 20 | psychedelic rock | 1 use |
| 21 | madchester | 1 use |
| 22 | post-grunge | 1 use |
| 23 | coldwave | 1 use |
| 24 | acid house | 1 use |
| 25 | baggy | 1 use |
| 26 | c86 | 1 use |
| 27 | midwest emo | 1 use |