Weekly podcast that discuss music from the 80s we alternate between monthly top 5 reviews and broader topics about the music and pop culture impacts of music.
These are the songs that didn't get past #5 and didn't crack the top 25 of the year. As usual I picked the songs that have memories for me and may have had some relevance later on in the years that followed. I want to thank everyone for their support and the follows. We have almost 1000 est. audience. Drop me a line say hello 80spoptops@gmail.com
Welcome back everyone My 1981 ICON artist episode has arrived. This duo's music covers two different music decades, while they may not be what you think of when the 80s pop in your head. Well poptops here wants to tell you they deserve a little blue eyed soul table in the corner or your 80's nostalgia. Please support drop a review or a note in the email its all appreciated Email: 80spoptops@gmail.com Thank you Shelby
Well this time we wrap up the top songs for 1981. There is some controversy at the top as some would say its wrong but is it? I also spend some time saying happy birthday to MTV which turns 40. Come along one and all let's take a little trip back and listen to 1981. Please rate and review and share if you think someone would be interested or just drop me a line at 80spoptops@gmail.com
Well I'm back from vacation and its time keep the music train moving. This week's episode has two big country crossovers and why these songs made country fans worry their authenticity was being destroyed. Thanks for listening and remember to rate, review and subscribe. Hey drop me a line as well 80spoptops@gmail.com
Hey everybody I am here with the continuation of our 1981 countdown. Some nuggets and a female singer before she was transformed by the purple one. Thank you all for listening and drop me a line let me know what you like 80spoptops@gmail.com
Welcome everyone it seems we have hit that part of the countdown were lost loves and soft sounds ruled. As we continue our exploration of the second year of the decade do these songs remind you of past loves or calm peaceful nights. As always thank you for listening and drop me a line at 80spoptops@gmail.com to keep the nostalgia going. Shelby
Welcome back everyone I have decided to streamline my shows. Starting now I will be attacking a year at a time, we start with the top 25 of 1981. If you enjoy my show let me know at the email I love constructive feedback. 80spoptops@gmail.com
What do you get when you combine rock instrumentation and R&B Grooves an amazing combo that gets you rockin on the Dance Floor. We examine some of the best examples of 80s funk, and what it morphed into in the 1990s. Do you like the pod please rate and review and drop us a line at 80spoptops@gmail.com
It's a new year and the 80s begins to show its true face, and pulls out its Ronnie Raygun! What was on the radio in january of 1981 lets take a quick listen.
In this second part I cover the rock records that failed to impress the top 5, but we all know. Thanks you for the increased listens I enjoy talking and listening to music with all of you. Drop me a line or a suggestion 80spoptops@gmail.com
The charts are not everything the only mark whats singles are selling and on being played on the radio. In this first of two parts we listen to songs that missed the top 5 but are just as important if not more so then others we have discussed. 80spoptops@gmail.com suggestions and comments Rate and review to help others find this content Thank you for your support
Its the end of the year 1980 and some big names are at the top of the chart but the month and year are remembered also for the loss of a music legend. 80spoptops@gmail.com Thank you for you support and keep listening. Review and subscribe on the platform of your choice.
The year is coming to an end and the big guns come out with a hit that has staying power. Also some disco heavyweights get behind the scenes and move to the second part of their music legacies. Join me for a trip down memory lane it's November 1980. Drop me a line 80spoptops@gmail.com Be a doll and rate review and subscribe. The 80s live on!
Concept albums are not a new thing Pink Floyd and Rush have them. But in the 80s a relatively unknown band put out one about dissolution and cults and the tragic love story of Nikki and Mary. Come along as we dive into 1988's Operation Mindcrime. Drop me a line 80spoptops@gmail.com youtube playlist for this album spotify playlist for the album
Welcome back everyone its the fall of 1980, does 80's music have an identity yet? It seems not as different genres and styles are jumping around looking for exposure. Drop me a Line 80spoptops@gmail.com Rate and review on apple podcasts
For 1980 No Artist exemplifies this time more than Blondie. Emerging from the punk new wave scene they tried many different styles. Their career still goes on today, however to me is the perfect bridge between the 70's and 80's. Drop me a line 80spoptops@gmail.com
The Fall is Beginning and the charts are semi static come in and we will do a quick overview of the hits from September of 1980. Rate and review if you can on the podcast app of your choice. Drop me a line at 80spoptops@gmail.com Happy Holidays and may this year be better than the last. Shelby
Was there a debate did one city give us freestyle and the other ride its coattails? Well it seems not but a subgenre of music was born out of disco and synth beats. Whether you call latin hip-hop or post disco dance it was great music to just have fun to. 80spoptops@gmail.com Drop me a line https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7or8K9G6NZbD3NzQ8vr7le?si=1IYkQNpURty5ONXvOPnQHw A spotify playlist of 80's freestyle Please rate and review on apple podcasts Thank You
Its the end of summer the 80's rolls on do you wanna go to Xanadu? 80spoptops@gmail.com drop me a line say hello
On Aug 1 1981 a station launched , and a second British Invasion began. This led to the New Wave and New Romantic sound crashing on our shores and music would never be the same. Email: 80s pop tops Spotify Playlist: 2nd British Invasion Thank you for your support and happy listening.
Its the Summer of 1980 and we are counting down the top 5 hits of July. Thank you all for the support and listens 80spoptops@gmail.com Drop me a line if you have a comment or suggestion.
In this weeks off the chart episode we discuss my favorite sub-genre of 80's music call Hair Metal, Pop rock, or Glam Metal I call it awesome. I will share some of my lesser known favorites as we see how high you can tease your hair. Spotify playlist https://open.spotify.com/playlist/47H7Ei7rM1etOjJ6U7enx3?si=CSG_Rkv4QlycP6NjXwVBGQ Contact me at 80spoptops@gmail.com
JUNE 1980 Summer comes to the new decade and we have a new top 5. Drop me a line at 80spoptops@gmail.com Subscribe and rate at Apple Itunes and thank you everybody.
Do you love when music tells a story how about a pop song taking on a narrative journey? I know I do come with me as we take a peek at some amazing story songs. Drop me a line at 80spoptops@gmail.com Here is that spotify playlist to listen to https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0Bk0PToKZ5jo91USRd7fXz?si=V2doWVO1S9GDDYlPGizYtQ
In this episode we cover how music was still in its soft rock coma, and how movies and my hometown faced the new decade. 80spoptops@gmail.com for any questions or suggestions. Thank you all for your support it is much appreciated.
April 1980 the month before the 80's start to build its character. What was big that month well mostly sweet soulful sounds except one strong punk woman makes her voice heard. Drop us a line at 80spoptops@gmail.com And or weekly playlist can be found here https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2Zc3EBUJmIBrSx75194qbE?si=YakWNL-ZTEmLr2FQT5UiXg
In this special episode I discuss my favorite scenes in movie and TV. They use the music to add to a scene and make it unforgettable. Email: 80spoptops@gmail.com Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2ANPjTzQbA7lmvhOcHYPq6?si=2658Zyw9SemcaojE5fdQxg Youtube playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLUFR9pBjP_LuJZFX5amBAiB221AsyjWp2
Spring begins in 1980 and music takes a less sedate tone. Hey how did your favorite song get played on your favorite station? https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7IJS5WRrcLY9nloW2fbrmt?si=w8HFzr7XR6mo79C1VFc2jg https://read.amazon.com/kp/embed?asin=B005IEH8DU&preview=newtab&linkCode=kpe&ref_=cm_sw_r_kb_dp_9R9sFbYGPJNJT
We take a look at February 1980 and the music that was around. Also why do classic songs sometimes not make it to number 1. SPOTIFY Playlist https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3lTIOIu8dw07OIMOZ6hqrs?si=7DKWobi6RRiWODKbdgjXXQ Email 80spoptops@gmail.com
In this episode we begin the 80's with January and the usual identity conflicts music has when changing decades. Spotify playlist https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5jo9RNn22P4BW7T1l0f4mr?si=ZSXCgcduR9yP-e01vCzxGw Reference 3rd edition The Billboard book of Number one hits. Fred Bronson.
A weekly podcast that will review and breakdown the weekly top 5 of the Billboard Hot 100 chart. I will also some personal reflections for these songs and memories of the wonderful time we call the 80's. Intro music by Content for Creators http://bit.ly/2IXYiJS
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