Music/Ballet/Dance★ New
Duration
60 minutes

Quick Summary

Your favourite music from the 80s is back, featuring iconic artists and classic tunes that defined the decade’s pop culture. Join us as we journey through this world of memorable songs, celebrating the era’s timeless sound and the artists who shaped it.

About This Program

The series is a generic programme presented as an episode that centres on the music of the 1980s. It positions itself as a guide to the sounds that defined a decade, inviting anyone who loves that era to tune in. The format is straightforward, focusing solely on the songs and the artists behind them, and it promises to bring back the tracks you loved most, making listening experience feel personal. In each instalment, the show takes you on a tour of the period’s most recognisable performers and the tracks that still resonate today. Listeners are led through a curated selection of hits, moving from one iconic name to the next, while the music itself drives the narrative forward. From synth‑driven pop to early rock anthems, each piece is placed in context with the artist’s impact. The programme leans heavily on the nostalgia factor, encouraging you to recall the moments when those melodies first played in your life. By spotlighting both well‑known chart‑toppers and enduring fan favourites, it aims to recreate the atmosphere of the original releases. The selection also touches on the backdrop that made these songs resonate across radio and clubs. Overall, the episode offers a compact yet comprehensive look at 80s pop culture through its soundtrack. It’s designed for anyone who wants to revisit the era’s defining tunes without any additional commentary, simply letting the music speak for itself. By the end of the episode, you’ll have revisited a playlist that mirrors the soundtrack of 80s memories.

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That's 80s - The Best Music broadcasts on That's TV 2 at 10:00am, Thursday, 12 February 2026.

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Production Details

Runtime60 mins