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Dive into the haunting allure of Roxy Music's 1981 cover of "Jealous Guy," a shimmering synth-pop tribute to John Lennon that soared to #1 on the UK charts just months after his tragic passing. Bryan Ferry's velvet-smooth vocals weave vulnerability and regret into every note. #80smusic
December 10, 2025 at 8:19 PM
Dive into the haunting allure of Roxy Music's 1981 cover of "Jealous Guy," a shimmering synth-pop tribute to John Lennon that soared to #1 on the UK charts just months after his tragic passing. Bryan Ferry's velvet-smooth vocals weave vulnerability and regret into every note. #80smusic
Episode 31 of I Completed 80s Music out now.
Whether it’s sunburnt shoulders, deep French historical figures or songs about the military industrial complex, October 1981 and this episode has you covered! #80smusic
Whether it’s sunburnt shoulders, deep French historical figures or songs about the military industrial complex, October 1981 and this episode has you covered! #80smusic
December 10, 2025 at 8:28 AM
Episode 31 of I Completed 80s Music out now.
Whether it’s sunburnt shoulders, deep French historical figures or songs about the military industrial complex, October 1981 and this episode has you covered! #80smusic
Whether it’s sunburnt shoulders, deep French historical figures or songs about the military industrial complex, October 1981 and this episode has you covered! #80smusic
Take a nostalgic journey back to 1981 with Roxy Music’s hauntingly beautiful rendition of “Jealous Guy.” Their cover of the John Lennon transforms, blending Ferry’s stirring vocals with that unmistakable Roxy touch, creating a song that has captivated generations. #80smusic
December 9, 2025 at 6:02 PM
Take a nostalgic journey back to 1981 with Roxy Music’s hauntingly beautiful rendition of “Jealous Guy.” Their cover of the John Lennon transforms, blending Ferry’s stirring vocals with that unmistakable Roxy touch, creating a song that has captivated generations. #80smusic
Step back into the shimmering glow of 1981 with Kiki Dee's underrated pop masterpiece "Star" – a radiant anthem of hope and ambition that soared to #13 on the UK charts, blending her powerhouse vocals (famous from her Elton John duet) with catchy Europop vibes penned by Doreen Chanter. #80smusic
December 7, 2025 at 6:18 PM
Step back into the shimmering glow of 1981 with Kiki Dee's underrated pop masterpiece "Star" – a radiant anthem of hope and ambition that soared to #13 on the UK charts, blending her powerhouse vocals (famous from her Elton John duet) with catchy Europop vibes penned by Doreen Chanter. #80smusic
🌟 Flash back to 1981 when Kim Wilde burst onto the scene with her electrifying debut single "Kids in America" – a pulsating new wave anthem that captured the rebellious spirit of youth, freedom, and that irresistible 80s synth-pop vibe! #80smusic
December 5, 2025 at 7:16 PM
🌟 Flash back to 1981 when Kim Wilde burst onto the scene with her electrifying debut single "Kids in America" – a pulsating new wave anthem that captured the rebellious spirit of youth, freedom, and that irresistible 80s synth-pop vibe! #80smusic
Get ready to crank up the volume and dive into the vibrant world of synth-pop with Kim Wilde’s electrifying debut single “Kids in America”! Released in 1981, this iconic anthem captured the restless energy of a new generation and still gets the dancefloors buzzing over 40 years later. #80smusic
November 29, 2025 at 5:13 PM
Get ready to crank up the volume and dive into the vibrant world of synth-pop with Kim Wilde’s electrifying debut single “Kids in America”! Released in 1981, this iconic anthem captured the restless energy of a new generation and still gets the dancefloors buzzing over 40 years later. #80smusic
🌍 1981: While the world was still spinning in Cold War shadows, Duran Duran dropped “Planet Earth” like a neon flare into the night. This wasn’t just a debut single; it was a manifesto. #80smusic
November 28, 2025 at 8:01 PM
🌍 1981: While the world was still spinning in Cold War shadows, Duran Duran dropped “Planet Earth” like a neon flare into the night. This wasn’t just a debut single; it was a manifesto. #80smusic
Episode 30.5 of I Completed 80s Music out now.
Don your best spandex headband and leg warmers! It’s the next episode of 80s indulgence but this time we’re getting Phyical with Olivia Newton-John, we introduce Foreigner to the picture with their Juke Box hero! #80smusic
Don your best spandex headband and leg warmers! It’s the next episode of 80s indulgence but this time we’re getting Phyical with Olivia Newton-John, we introduce Foreigner to the picture with their Juke Box hero! #80smusic
November 26, 2025 at 7:56 PM
Episode 30.5 of I Completed 80s Music out now.
Don your best spandex headband and leg warmers! It’s the next episode of 80s indulgence but this time we’re getting Phyical with Olivia Newton-John, we introduce Foreigner to the picture with their Juke Box hero! #80smusic
Don your best spandex headband and leg warmers! It’s the next episode of 80s indulgence but this time we’re getting Phyical with Olivia Newton-John, we introduce Foreigner to the picture with their Juke Box hero! #80smusic
Step back in time to 1981 with Duran Duran’s electrifying debut single, “Planet Earth”—the track that launched them and set the stage for a decade of synth-driven brilliance. From its pulsating bass to Simon Le Bon’s vocals, “Planet Earth” is a quintessential blend of glamour and infectious hooks.
November 21, 2025 at 7:22 PM
Step back in time to 1981 with Duran Duran’s electrifying debut single, “Planet Earth”—the track that launched them and set the stage for a decade of synth-driven brilliance. From its pulsating bass to Simon Le Bon’s vocals, “Planet Earth” is a quintessential blend of glamour and infectious hooks.
Tumble out of bed and stumble to the kitchen—pour yourself a cup of ambition and crank up Dolly Parton's timeless anthem "9 to 5" from 1981! This infectious country-pop powerhouse, written and belted out by the Queen of Country herself for the hit comedy film of the same name.
November 17, 2025 at 6:49 PM
Tumble out of bed and stumble to the kitchen—pour yourself a cup of ambition and crank up Dolly Parton's timeless anthem "9 to 5" from 1981! This infectious country-pop powerhouse, written and belted out by the Queen of Country herself for the hit comedy film of the same name.
Dive into the raw, electrifying energy of 1981 with The Pretenders' "Message of Love" – a blistering anthem where Chrissie Hynde's fierce vocals cut through gritty guitars like a love letter etched in rebellion. #80smusic #pretenders
November 16, 2025 at 6:12 PM
Dive into the raw, electrifying energy of 1981 with The Pretenders' "Message of Love" – a blistering anthem where Chrissie Hynde's fierce vocals cut through gritty guitars like a love letter etched in rebellion. #80smusic #pretenders
Step back into the electric energy of 1981 with "Message of Love" by The Pretenders—a vibrant single that defined the spirit of early 80s indie with Chrissie Hynde’s iconic vocals and a driving beat that still feels fresh today. #80smusic #pretenders
November 11, 2025 at 1:11 PM
Step back into the electric energy of 1981 with "Message of Love" by The Pretenders—a vibrant single that defined the spirit of early 80s indie with Chrissie Hynde’s iconic vocals and a driving beat that still feels fresh today. #80smusic #pretenders
In 1981, Christopher Cross set sail with his timeless hit "Sailing," a yacht rock masterpiece that captured hearts with its serene melodies and introspective lyrics. From its Grammy-winning glory to its breezy, soul-soothing vibes, this track defined an era of smooth, reflective pop. #80smusic
November 10, 2025 at 6:41 PM
In 1981, Christopher Cross set sail with his timeless hit "Sailing," a yacht rock masterpiece that captured hearts with its serene melodies and introspective lyrics. From its Grammy-winning glory to its breezy, soul-soothing vibes, this track defined an era of smooth, reflective pop. #80smusic
In 1981, Neil Diamond delivered a timeless gem with Hello Again, the heartfelt ballad from The Jazz Singer soundtrack that captures love, longing, and raw emotion. This soul-stirring single, peaked at #6 on the Billboard Hot 100. #neildiamond #80smusic
November 8, 2025 at 7:12 PM
In 1981, Neil Diamond delivered a timeless gem with Hello Again, the heartfelt ballad from The Jazz Singer soundtrack that captures love, longing, and raw emotion. This soul-stirring single, peaked at #6 on the Billboard Hot 100. #neildiamond #80smusic
Step back into the golden age of pop with Neil Diamond’s unforgettable 1981 single “Hello Again”, a heartfelt ballad from the acclaimed soundtrack of The Jazz Singer. Diamond’s emotive vocals and sweeping melody continue to captivate listeners. #80smusic #neildiamond
November 8, 2025 at 3:12 PM
Step back into the golden age of pop with Neil Diamond’s unforgettable 1981 single “Hello Again”, a heartfelt ballad from the acclaimed soundtrack of The Jazz Singer. Diamond’s emotive vocals and sweeping melody continue to captivate listeners. #80smusic #neildiamond
Episode 29.5 of I Completed 80s Music out now.
Happy Birthday! Okay, it’s not your Birthday but Altered Images think it is. Yes in episode 29.5 we cover the aforementioned song alongside It’s My Party by Dave Stewart and Barbara Gaskin and witness Depeche Mode’s meteoric rise. #80smusic
Happy Birthday! Okay, it’s not your Birthday but Altered Images think it is. Yes in episode 29.5 we cover the aforementioned song alongside It’s My Party by Dave Stewart and Barbara Gaskin and witness Depeche Mode’s meteoric rise. #80smusic
November 3, 2025 at 12:47 PM
Episode 29.5 of I Completed 80s Music out now.
Happy Birthday! Okay, it’s not your Birthday but Altered Images think it is. Yes in episode 29.5 we cover the aforementioned song alongside It’s My Party by Dave Stewart and Barbara Gaskin and witness Depeche Mode’s meteoric rise. #80smusic
Happy Birthday! Okay, it’s not your Birthday but Altered Images think it is. Yes in episode 29.5 we cover the aforementioned song alongside It’s My Party by Dave Stewart and Barbara Gaskin and witness Depeche Mode’s meteoric rise. #80smusic
Step back in time to 1981 and rediscover Boney M’s enigmatic single “Children of Paradise” – a tune with all the hallmarks of their disco magic, yet it never quite reached the heights of their previous hits. Despite its catchy groove and thought-provoking lyrics, the song struggled. #80smusic
November 2, 2025 at 4:51 PM
Step back in time to 1981 and rediscover Boney M’s enigmatic single “Children of Paradise” – a tune with all the hallmarks of their disco magic, yet it never quite reached the heights of their previous hits. Despite its catchy groove and thought-provoking lyrics, the song struggled. #80smusic
Picture this: It's 1981, and a cheeky crooner named Joe Dolce drops "Shaddup You Face"a novelty anthem about a fed-up kid dodging his mama's wooden spoon with broken-English rants. This dubious earworm skyrocketed to 1 including bumping. #80smusic Ultravox's epic "Vienna" off the throne
November 1, 2025 at 6:31 PM
Picture this: It's 1981, and a cheeky crooner named Joe Dolce drops "Shaddup You Face"a novelty anthem about a fed-up kid dodging his mama's wooden spoon with broken-English rants. This dubious earworm skyrocketed to 1 including bumping. #80smusic Ultravox's epic "Vienna" off the throne
Remember the raw energy of 1981, when Paul Weller and The Jam unleashed "That's Entertainment" – an acoustic-punk anthem that stripped away the glamour to reveal the gritty poetry of everyday British life, from council estates to late-night TV glow? #80smusic
October 29, 2025 at 6:35 PM
Remember the raw energy of 1981, when Paul Weller and The Jam unleashed "That's Entertainment" – an acoustic-punk anthem that stripped away the glamour to reveal the gritty poetry of everyday British life, from council estates to late-night TV glow? #80smusic
My favourite Jam track? My favourite Jam track.
Step into the raw brilliance of British music history with The Jam’s iconic 1981 single, “That’s Entertainment.” Crafted by Paul Weller, this timeless track perfectly captures the grit, poetry, and everyday reality of urban life #80smusic
Step into the raw brilliance of British music history with The Jam’s iconic 1981 single, “That’s Entertainment.” Crafted by Paul Weller, this timeless track perfectly captures the grit, poetry, and everyday reality of urban life #80smusic
October 29, 2025 at 8:58 AM
My favourite Jam track? My favourite Jam track.
Step into the raw brilliance of British music history with The Jam’s iconic 1981 single, “That’s Entertainment.” Crafted by Paul Weller, this timeless track perfectly captures the grit, poetry, and everyday reality of urban life #80smusic
Step into the raw brilliance of British music history with The Jam’s iconic 1981 single, “That’s Entertainment.” Crafted by Paul Weller, this timeless track perfectly captures the grit, poetry, and everyday reality of urban life #80smusic
In 1981, Freeez dropped Southern Freeez, a silky-smooth jazz-funk gem that captured the vibrant pulse of London's underground music scene. This single, with its infectious bassline, lush brass, and soulful vocals by Ingrid Mansfield Allman, blends post-disco grooves with a distinctly British edge.
October 26, 2025 at 1:47 PM
In 1981, Freeez dropped Southern Freeez, a silky-smooth jazz-funk gem that captured the vibrant pulse of London's underground music scene. This single, with its infectious bassline, lush brass, and soulful vocals by Ingrid Mansfield Allman, blends post-disco grooves with a distinctly British edge.
Episode 29 of I Completed 80s Music out now.
Don your warpaint and your wings for this one – it’s as eclectic as it gets! As we dive into Playlist 29 we hit Adam and the Ants apex, meet pop culture pioneers Godley and Crème, look upon the moment Lionel Richie starts to go solo and more! #80smusic
Don your warpaint and your wings for this one – it’s as eclectic as it gets! As we dive into Playlist 29 we hit Adam and the Ants apex, meet pop culture pioneers Godley and Crème, look upon the moment Lionel Richie starts to go solo and more! #80smusic
October 24, 2025 at 7:40 AM
Episode 29 of I Completed 80s Music out now.
Don your warpaint and your wings for this one – it’s as eclectic as it gets! As we dive into Playlist 29 we hit Adam and the Ants apex, meet pop culture pioneers Godley and Crème, look upon the moment Lionel Richie starts to go solo and more! #80smusic
Don your warpaint and your wings for this one – it’s as eclectic as it gets! As we dive into Playlist 29 we hit Adam and the Ants apex, meet pop culture pioneers Godley and Crème, look upon the moment Lionel Richie starts to go solo and more! #80smusic
Step back to 1981 and rediscover “Southern Freeez” by Freeez—a timeless classic that defined the sound of British jazz-funk. With its irresistible groove, catchy bassline, and smooth vocals, this track became an instant anthem on dance floors across the UK and beyond. #80smusic
October 22, 2025 at 3:10 PM
Step back to 1981 and rediscover “Southern Freeez” by Freeez—a timeless classic that defined the sound of British jazz-funk. With its irresistible groove, catchy bassline, and smooth vocals, this track became an instant anthem on dance floors across the UK and beyond. #80smusic
Dive into the triumphant soul of 1981 with Barry Manilow's iconic single "I Made It Through the Rain"! This heartfelt anthem, penned by Barry Manilow with lyrics by the legendary Melissa Manchester, captures the raw power of resilience—rising above heartbreak, storms, and doubt to claim victory.
October 21, 2025 at 12:24 PM
Dive into the triumphant soul of 1981 with Barry Manilow's iconic single "I Made It Through the Rain"! This heartfelt anthem, penned by Barry Manilow with lyrics by the legendary Melissa Manchester, captures the raw power of resilience—rising above heartbreak, storms, and doubt to claim victory.