Now 12" 80s - 1983 : Part Two (UK 2024)
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Now 12" 80s - 1983 : Part Two (UK 2024)
CD1 opens with the U.S. remix of Wham!'s energetic anthem "Wham Rap! (Enjoy What You Do?)", setting the stage for a series of iconic 12" tracks. Spandau Ballet's "Gold," Eurythmics' "Who's That Girl?", and Bananarama’s “Cruel Summer” make memorable appearances, while Culture Club's infectious "I'll Tumble 4 Ya" adds even more classic flavor. Rising stars of 1983 such as Marilyn with "Calling Your Name" (Extended Version) and Kajagoogoo with their "Too Shy (Midnight Mix)" continue the hit streak. The disc also features standout contributions from The Lotus Eaters, Men Without Hats, and Flash and the Pan, concluding with Joe Jackson’s synth-driven "Steppin' Out" and Mike Oldfield’s chart-topping "Moonlight Shadow."
CD2 kicks off with none other than New Order’s genre-defining "Blue Monday," released exclusively as a 12” single in 1983. Following are new wave classics like The Cure’s extended version of "The Lovecats," Echo & The Bunnymen's "Never Stop (Discotheque)," and Public Image Ltd's remix of "This Is Not A Love Song." Aztec Camera brings indie-pop charm with "Walk Out To Winter," while Madness livens things up with "The Sun And The Rain." Fun, upbeat moments from TRACIE and Tracey Ullman keep the energy high, leading to extended renditions of Paul Young’s "Love Of The Common People," Rick Springfield’s "Human Touch," and Yes’ special remix of “Owner Of A Lonely Heart.”
CD3 is a tribute to the dancefloor, opening with Lionel Richie’s global smash "All Night Long (All Night)." The momentum continues with KC & The Sunshine Band's feel-good hit "Give It Up," and Donna Summer’s empowering anthem "She Works Hard For The Money." Dance classics like Indeep’s "Last Night A D.J. Saved My Life" and Divine’s "Love Reaction" add to the fun. Malcolm McLaren's "Double Dutch" and Rock Steady Crew's "(Hey You) The Rock Steady Crew" bring in the flavors of hip-hop and electro-pop. The disc wraps up with more dance-pop from Modern Romance and Shalamar, alongside soulful hits like Booker Newberry III's "Love Town," Billy Griffin’s "Hold Me Tighter In The Rain," and Level 42's smooth "The Sun Goes Down (Living It Up)."
CD4 begins with Duran Duran’s Monster Mix of their first #1 hit "Is There Something I Should Know" and Heaven 17’s iconic track "Temptation." Tears for Fears add brilliance with the extended version of "Change," while synth-pop pioneers Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark and Blancmange dazzle with “Telegraph” and "That's Love, That It Is." Japan’s cover of "All Tomorrow's Parties" and Annabel Lamb's rendition of "Riders On The Storm" add depth to the selection. The disc closes out in spectacular fashion with tracks from Yello, Talk Talk’s "My Foolish Friend," and Midge Ure’s collaboration with Mick Karn on "After A Fashion," an extended version that adds to the sublime journey through 1983.
Now 12" 80s: 1983 Part Two is a comprehensive celebration of one of pop music's most defining years. Dive deep into the magic of 1983 with this collection, perfect for reliving the era’s greatest hits and dancefloor classics.Releases
| Version | Release Date | Number of Tracks |
|---|---|---|
| Now 12" 80s - 1983 : Part Two (UK 2024 CD) | 18 October 2024 | 49 |
All Tracks on This Album
This is a full list of tracks (in alphabetical order) that appear on at least one format of this album. For further breakdown of each format version, please see links above.
- Annabel Lamb - Riders On The Storm
- Aztec Camera - Walk Out to Winter
- Bananarama - Cruel Summer
- The Belle Stars - Sweet Memory
- Billy Griffin - Hold Me Tighter In The Rain
- Blancmange - That's Love, That It Is
- Booker Newberry III - Love Town
- Culture Club - I'll Tumble 4 Ya
- The Cure - The Lovecats
- Divine - Love Reaction
- Donna Summer - She Works Hard for the Money
- Duran Duran - Is There Something I Should Know?
- Echo & the Bunnymen - Never Stop
- Eurythmics - Who's That Girl?
- Flash and the Pan - Waiting for a Train
- Heaven 17 - Temptation
- Indeep - Last Night a DJ Saved My Life
- Japan - All Tomorrow's Parties
- Joe Jackson - Steppin' Out
- KC and the Sunshine Band - Give It Up
- Kajagoogoo - Too Shy
- Level 42 - The Sun Goes Down (Living It Up)
- Limahl - Only For Love
- Lionel Richie - All Night Long (All Night)
- The Lotus Eaters - The First Picture Of You
- Madness - The Sun And The Rain
- Malcolm McLaren - Double Dutch
- Marilyn - Calling Your Name
- Men Without Hats - The Safety Dance
- Midge Ure/Mick Karn - After a Fashion
- Mike Oldfield - Moonlight Shadow
- Modern Romance - High Life
- New Order - Blue Monday
- Nick Heyward - Take That Situation
- Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark - Telegraph
- Paul Young - Love Of The Common People
- Public Image Ltd - This Is Not A Love Song
- Rick Springfield - Human Touch
- Rock Steady Crew - (Hey You) The Rock Steady Crew
- Shalamar - Dead Giveaway
- Spandau Ballet - Gold
- Talk Talk - My Foolish Friend
- Tears for Fears - Change
- Thompson Twins - Love On Your Side
- Tracey Ullman - Breakaway
- Tracie - Give It Some Emotion
- Wham! - Wham Rap! (Enjoy What You Do?)
- Yello - I Love You
- Yes - Owner Of A Lonely Heart
(49 Tracks)
Tracks Exclusive to This Album
Unique Tracks on This Album: 1 (These tracks don’t appear on any other album currently listed on the site.)
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Tracks Exclusive to UK
Unique UK Tracks on This Album: 1 (These tracks appear exclusively on this album within the UK releases.)
Track Stats and Chart Info