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A selection of songs that would have been on popular music radio in the heyday of AM broadcasting, starting with the pirate radio stations such as Radio Caroline and Radio London in the mid 1960s, along with Radio Luxembourg's English language service, and then running through early Radio 1 until FM took over in the late 1980s.

Summer Vibes and Timeless Tunes

As we journey through the seasons, music has a way of transporting us to a particular time and place. The playlist we're diving into today is a treasure trove of classic hits that evoke a sense of nostalgia and fun. From the 1960s to the 1980s, these iconic tracks are sure to get you singing along and dancing to the beat.

We're kicking off with some legendary artists, including Madonna with "Into the Groove" and Michael Jackson with "I Just Can't Stop Loving You". The playlist also features timeless hits from The Beatles, such as "A Hard Day's Night" and "All You Need Is Love", which continue to inspire new generations of music lovers.

The 1970s and 1980s were a time of great musical experimentation, and this playlist showcases some of the best of that era. We hear the sweet harmonies of ABBA's "Dancing Queen" and "The Winner Takes It All", as well as the energetic beats of Donna Summer's "I Feel Love" and Kate Bush's "Running Up That Hill". Other iconic tracks, such as Elton John's "Don't Go Breaking My Heart" and The Rolling Stones' "Honky Tonk Women", are sure to get you moving.

One of the joys of this playlist is its eclectic mix of genres and styles. From the reggae vibes of Jimmy Cliff's "Wild World" to the synth-pop sounds of Soft Cell's "Tainted Love" and "What?", there's something for everyone. We also hear the soulful voices of Aretha Franklin-esque singers like Rod Stewart and Randy Crawford, and the catchy hooks of new wave bands like Duran Duran and The Specials.

As we continue to groove to these timeless tunes, it's clear that music has the power to transcend time and bring people together. Whether you're a fan of rock, pop, or soul, this playlist has something for everyone. So sit back, relax, and let the music take you on a journey through the decades.

Playlist for 8th August

Track	Year	Catalogue No.
Brother Louie - Modern Talking	1986	PB40875
Top of the Pops - The Rezillos	1978	SIR4001
The Killing of Georgie, Pts. I & II (with The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra) - Rod Stewart, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra	1976	4
Don't Go Breaking My Heart - Elton John	1976	ROKN512
I Feel Love - Donna Summer	1977	GT100
I Need You - The Pointer Sisters	1984	RPS107
What? - Soft Cell	1982	BZS11
Come On Eileen - Dexys Midnight Runners	1982	DEXYS9
Two Tribes - Frankie Goes To Hollywood	1984	ZTAS3
I Got You Babe - Sonny & Cher	1965	AT4035
I Didn't Mean To Turn You On - Robert Palmer	1986	IS283
I Just Can't Stop Loving You (feat. Siedah Garrett) - 2012 Remaster - Michael Jackson, Siedah Garrett	1987	6502027
A Walk in the Park - Conways, The Nick Straker Band	1980	8525
Oh What A Circus - David Essex	1978	6007185
These Things Will Keep Me Loving You - The Velvelettes	1971	TMG780
Save a Prayer - Duran Duran	1982	5327
Annie's Song - John Denver	1974	APBO0295
Every Beat of My Heart - Rod Stewart, Bob Ezrin, David TIckle	1986	W8625
Give a Little Love - Bay City Rollers	1975	1425
You Wear It Well - Remastered Version - Rod Stewart	1972	6052171
With A Girl Like You - The Troggs	1966	TF717
Don't Go - Yazoo	1982	YAZ001
Ghost Town - The Specials	1981
Mony Mony - Tommy James & The Shondells	1968	MM567
Give It Up - KC & The Sunshine Band	1983	EPC3017
The Wonder of You - Elvis Presley, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra	1970	1974
Wot - Captain Sensible	1982	CAP2
Chant No. 1 (I Don't Need This Pressure On) - Spandau Ballet	1981	CHS2528
Lost In Music - Sister Sledge	1979	K11337
Help! - Remastered 2015 - The Beatles	1965	R5305
Modern Girl - Sheena Easton	1980	5042
As Tears Go By - Mono - Marianne Faithfull	1964	F11923
One In Ten - UB40	1981	DEP2
I've Gotta Get A Message To You - Bee Gees	1968	56273
Bad Day - Carmel	1983	LON29
Rainy Night in Georgia - Randy Crawford	1981	K17840
Je t'aime moi non plus - Serge Gainsbourg, Jane Birkin	1969	MM645
Tarzan Boy - Baltimora	1985	DB9102
Love In The Sun - The Glitter Band	1975	1437
Barefootin' - Robert Parker	1966	WI286
Honky Tonk Women - (Original Single Stereo Version) - The Rolling Stones	1969	USA176910010
School's Out - Alice Cooper	1972	K16188
When I Think Of You - Janet Jackson	1986	AM337
Standing In The Road - Blackfoot Sue	1972	13
Young Love - Donny Osmond	1973	2006300
Dreadlock Holiday - 10cc	1978	6008035
Papa Don't Preach - Madonna	1986	7599205032
The Winner Takes It All - ABBA	1980	EPC8835
Black Is Black - Los Bravos	1966	F22419
Dancing Queen - ABBA	1976
All I Really Want to Do - The Byrds	1965	201796
I Don't Like Mondays - The Boomtown Rats	1979	ENY30
Come Dancing - The Kinks	1983	ARIST502
It's Still Rock and Roll to Me - Billy Joel	1980	8753
Need Your Love So Bad - Fleetwood Mac	1968
Don't Throw It All Away - Gary Benson	1975	STAT10
We Don't Have To Take Our Clothes Off - Jermaine Stewart	1986	TEN96
All You Need Is Love - Remastered 2015 - The Beatles	1967	R5620
Unchained Melody - The Righteous Brothers	1965	HL9975
Gold - Spandau Ballet	1983	SPAN2
You keep me hanging' on - Vanilla Fudge	1967	584123
Sailing - Rod Stewart	1975	K16600
Bridge to Your Heart - Wax	1987	PB41405
Magic Fly - Space	1977	7N25746
It's Your Life - Smokie	1977	260
A Hard Day's Night - Remastered 2015 - The Beatles	1964	R5160
One Of These Nights - THE EAGLES	1975	AYM543
You Really Got Me - The Kinks	1964	KD1
Rainbow - Peters & Lee	1974	6006406
Why Not Tonight - Various Artists	1964	F11918
Double Dutch - Malcolm McLaren	1983	MALC3
If You Know What I Mean - Neil Diamond	1976	4398
Automatically Sunshine - The Supremes	1972	TMG821
Ashes to Ashes - David Bowie	1980	BOW6
If I Said You Had A Beautiful Body (Would You Hold It Against Me) - The Bellamy Brothers	1979	K17405
Money - The Flying Lizards	1979	VS276
An Everlasting Love - Andy Gibb	1978	015
Green Door - Shakin' Stevens	1981	A1354
Baby We Better Try To Get It Together - Barry White	1976	BTC2298
Tainted Love - Soft Cell	1981	BZS2
Y viva Espana - Sylvia Vrethammar	1974	SON2037
Na Na Na - Cozy Powell	1974	180
Into the Groove - Madonna	1985	USWB19903035
La Bamba - Los Lobos	1987	LASH13
The Lady In Red - Chris de Burgh	1986	AM331
You Make Me Feel (Mighty Real) - Sylvester	1978	FTC160
Mothers Talk - Tears For Fears	1984	IDEA7
Rock Your Baby - George McCrae	1974	BOY85
All Or Nothing - Small Faces	1966	F12470
Use It Up & Wear It Out - Odyssey	1980	PB1962
Red Red Wine - UB40	1983
Wings of a Dove - Madness	1983	BUY181
Lean on Me - Bill Withers	1972	AMS7004
Running Up That Hill (A Deal With God) - Kate Bush	1985
Get It On - T. Rex	1971	BUG10
Wild World - Jimmy Cliff	1970	WIP6087
Dr. Beat - Miami Sound Machine	1984	A4614
The Paris Match - The Style Council, Tracey Thorn	1983	TSC3
Relax - Frankie Goes To Hollywood	1984	FGTH1CD
Here I Go Again - Whitesnake	1976	6007100

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