NOW 80s

It's the weekend, and we're showing out! Classic pop that has stood the test of time.

Were you a fan-dau of Spandau? Or a devoted Durannie? It was the ultimate battle of the believers between 1980 and 1984, and it's time to take sides once again.

Before the CD, the perfect pop songs were spun by singers and bands on 7 inch vinyl. From 1980-1984 these were the classic UK hits that invaded the world.

Timmy's back with something a little different - a run through of his favourite '80s bands, many interviewed on his 'Timmy on the Tranny' radio show throughout the decade.

Before the CD, the perfect pop songs were spun by singers and bands on 7 inch vinyl. From 1980-1984 these were the classic UK hits that invaded the world.

Paul Young, who has sung one or two himself, brings you 25 classic '80s hits that were all covers, including Whitney, Madness, Billy Idol and Simply Red. Some will really surprise you.

All killer - no filler! The anthems that made a decade - from Madonna to Prince, Michael to George, Duran Duran to Pet Shop Boys.

Counting down the 40 acts with more Top 10 hits to their names than any other stars of the decade. U2, Shaky, Queen, Wham! and Prince are all here, but who's No.1.

Dramatic storylines, big dance routines, neon lights & iconic fashions - these are the classic music videos that made 1983.

A cavalcade of clothing calamities and 'interesting choices' from superstars including Bowie, Madonna, Adam Ant, Bananarama, Queen, Wham, Five Star and maybe even Limahl himself.

Dramatic storylines, big dance routines, neon lights & iconic fashions - these are the classic music videos that made 1983.

25 more cuddles, fresh out of the archive at NOW 80s. Featuring Chris De Burgh, Angry Anderson, Atlantic Starr and The Kids From Fame.

From the decade that invented the genre - non-stop powerful love songs, back-to-back.

The soul of every story is in the song. Simon Bates presents the top 20 from across the decades, as chosen by you - each story is unique, each is different.