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Gen X 80s Top 20 Countdown

Rewind the greatest decade in music!Join us weekly on Gen X 80s Top 20 Countdown as we relive the hits, share trivia, and celebrate the unforgettable sounds of the 80s

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1:45:03

Gen X 80s Top 20 Countdown UK: December 4, 1981

Gen X 80s Top 20 Countdown ·

2025/03/20

The UK charts on December 4, 1981, were a perfect mix of innovation, nostalgia, and pure 80s magic.This week, we count down 20 incredible tracks, featuring: 🎶 Queen and David Bowie teaming up for a legendary duet 🎶 The Human League leading the synthpop revolution 🎶 Soft Cell, OMD, and Ultravox bringing new wave brilliance 🎶 Diana Ross, Olivia Newton-John, and Rod Stewart proving the legends were still on top 🎶 Julio Iglesias taking a Spanish-language ballad all the way to number oneThis

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1:35:08

Gen X 80s Top 20 Countdown: Top 20 Hits of December...

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2025/03/19

It’s time to travel back to December 5, 1981, when soft rock ballads, arena anthems, and new wave sounds were all battling it out for chart supremacy!🎧 This week’s Gen X 80s Countdown brings you Diana Ross reimagining a 50s classic, The Police blending new wave with reggae, Foreigner delivering one of the greatest power ballads ever, and Olivia Newton-John dominating the charts with a record-breaking smash hit!🔥 Plus, we’ll revisit the launch of MTV and how it changed music forever, and we’ll dive

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1:47:15

Gen X 80s Top 20 Countdown UK: March 10, 1989 Pop....

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2025/03/13

March 10, 1989, had a little bit of everything—and this week, we’re taking you back with another epic countdown of the UK’s Top 20!We’ve got Michael Jackson clapping back at the press, Donna Summer proving disco queens never fade, Poison making us all sing along, and the pop machine that was Jason Donovan ruling the charts.🔥 And don’t forget, our exclusive new Patreon series, The Top 80 Protest Songs of the 80s. Head over to Patreon for more deep-dive episodes.📢 Follow us on social media

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1:46:30

Gen X 80s Top 20 Countdown: Top 20 Hits of March 11,...

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2025/03/12

This week on Gen X 80s Countdown, we’re traveling back to March 11, 1989, a time when boy bands were rising, new jack swing was taking over, and rock legends were proving they still had what it takes.🎧 Get ready for Debbie Gibson’s chart-topping ballad, the boy band explosion of New Kids on the Block, and the dance-pop energy of Paula Abdul and Milli Vanilli. Plus, we’ve got rock anthems from Guns N’ Roses and Rod Stewart, smooth R&B from Bobby Brown and Anita Baker, and a few surprises along

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2:57:28

Gen X 80s Top 20 Countdown: Special Edition – My...

Gen X 80s Top 20 Countdown ·

2025/03/05

This week, we’re doing something different and personal—a double-length special featuring my 40 favorite songs from the entire decade!🔥 Featuring: 🎸 Duran Duran 🎤 Pat Benatar💃 Taylor Dayne🎬 Huey Lewis & The News🤘 Billy Idol👑 Michael JacksonThis is the ultimate 80s mixtape—a mix of rock, pop, new wave, movie classics, and deep cuts that defined the greatest decade in music.And don’t forget—our Patreon-exclusive series kicks off next week with the Top 80 Protest Songs of the 1980s, so if

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1:39:20

Gen X 80s Top 20 Countdown: Top 20 Hits of June 7,...

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2025/02/26

This week on Gen X 80s Countdown, we’re heading back to June 7, 1980—a time when the 70s were fading, and the 80s were kicking the door wide open.🎧 We’ve got Lipps, Inc. bringing the funk at Number 1, Paul McCartney proving Beatlemania never really ended, and Blondie, Bob Seger, and Elton John delivering the timeless classics we still love today.Plus, we’ll dive into the game-changing sounds of new wave, the ballads that broke our hearts, and the movie soundtracks that made history.🎸 And BIG news

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1:49:46

Gen X 80s Top 20 Countdown: July 25, 1986 – Pop...

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2025/02/20

It’s time to rewind to July 25, 1986, where the UK charts were packed with pop legends, new wave anthems, reggae grooves, and even a few surprises.🎧 This week’s countdown features: 🔥 Madonna – Papa Don’t Preach 🎸 Rod Stewart – Every Beat of My Heart 💃 Bananarama – Venus 🎤 UB40 – Sing Our Own Song 🤖 Art of Noise & Max Headroom – Paranoimia (Yes, THAT Max Headroom.)As always, we’ll dive into the stories behind the songs, test your 80s trivia knowledge, and take a nostalgic detour back to

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1:40:39

Gen X 80s Top 20 Countdown: Top 20 Hits of July 26, 1986

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2025/02/19

This week on Gen X 80s Countdown, we’re heading back to July 26, 1986, when pop, rock, and movie soundtracks ruled the charts!🎧 We’ve got Peter Gabriel at Number 1 with the groundbreaking Sledgehammer, Kenny Loggins taking us into the Danger Zone, and Genesis, Madonna, and Janet Jackson keeping the hits coming. Plus, we’re diving into some of the most legendary 80s movie soundtracks, including The Karate Kid Part II, Short Circuit, and Top Gun!Along the way, we’ll break down the stories behind the

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1:47:07

Gen X 80s Top 20 Countdown: September 8, 1989 – Club...

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2025/02/13

Time to rewind to September 8, 1989, when house music ruled the clubs, hair metal was still roaring, and pop stars dominated the airwaves!🎧 This week’s countdown features rock giants like Bon Jovi & Guns N’ Roses, pop legends like Kylie Minogue & Jason Donovan, and dance anthems from Black Box & Starlight.As always, we’ll dive into the stories behind the hits, test your 80s trivia knowledge, and take a nostalgic detour back to 1989—where the Game Boy was changing gaming forever.Follow

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1:43:15

Gen X 80s Top 20 Countdown: Top 20 Hits of September...

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2025/02/12

This week on Gen X 80s Countdown, we’re heading back to September 9, 1989, when pop, rock, R&B, and new jack swing ruled the charts!We’ve got New Kids on the Block hangin’ tough at Number 1, Paula Abdul bringing the attitude, Skid Row delivering one of the most powerful rock ballads of the decade, and Gloria Estefan, Madonna, and Cher proving why they’re absolute legends.Along the way, we’ll dive into the stories behind the hits, share some fun 80s trivia, and talk about one of the biggest music

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1:44:40

Gen X 80s Top 20 Countdown UK: February 20, 1981 – A...

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2025/02/06

It’s time to rewind to February 20, 1981, when rock, new wave, funk, and a little bit of novelty magic collided on the UK charts!🎧 This week’s countdown is packed with legends—John Lennon, Blondie, Phil Collins, Madness, and Dire Straits—along with some surprises, like the rockabilly swagger of The Stray Cats and the powerhouse glam comeback of Slade. Plus, the infamous Number 1 hit that blocked Ultravox’s Vienna from the top spot!As always, we’ll dive into the stories behind the songs, test your

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1:37:43

Top 20 Hits of February 21, 1981

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2025/02/05

This week on Gen X 80s Countdown, we’re taking you back to February 21, 1981, when the charts were packed with everything from new wave and soft rock to disco and country crossovers.🎧 We’ve got Dolly Parton working hard at 9 to 5, Blondie bringing hip-hop into the mainstream with Rapture, John Lennon delivering heartfelt ballads, and Kool & The Gang getting us on our feet with Celebration!Along the way, we’ll dive into the stories behind the hits, throw in some 80s trivia, and share a nostalgic

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1:48:31

Gen X 80s Top 20 Countdown: November 24, 1985 –...

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2025/01/30

Step back to November 24, 1985, as we count down the UK’s Top 20 hits of the week! This episode is packed with unforgettable tracks, from Wham!’s I’m Your Man to Whitney Houston’s Saving All My Love for You, and Queen’s anthemic One Vision.🎧 Relive the magic with the stories behind the hits, fun 80s trivia—including the year that gave us the Nintendo Entertainment System—and plenty of nostalgic vibes.And don’t forget to check out our Patreon page for exclusive bonus episodes, like the Top 100 Rock

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1:39:53

Top 20 Hits of November 30, 1985

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2025/01/29

This week on Gen X 80s Top 20 Countdown, we’re rewinding to November 30, 1985, to relive the hits that dominated the charts! From Phil Collins and Marilyn Martin’s emotional Separate Lives to Starship’s iconic We Built This City, this episode is packed with nostalgia.Discover the stories behind these unforgettable songs and the artists who made them legends. Plus, we’ll share some 80s trivia and a fun nostalgic story about the magic of movie soundtracks from the decade.Follow us @GenX80sCountdown on

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1:38:19

Gen X 80s Top 20 Countdown UK: Top 20 from February...

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2025/01/23

Travel back to February 5, 1983, as we count down the UK’s Top 20 hits of the week! This episode is packed with timeless tracks, from Men at Work’s iconic Down Under to Michael Jackson’s Billie Jean and Phil Collins’ Motown-inspired You Can’t Hurry Love.We’ll explore the stories behind the songs, share fun 80s trivia—including the world’s first Rubik’s Cube Championship—and relive the magic of an unforgettable year in music.🎧 Plus, discover our Patreon-exclusive episodes for even more charts and

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1:30:39

Gen X 80s Top 20 Countdown: Top Hits of February 5, 1983

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2025/01/22

We’re rewinding to February 5, 1983, to relive the hits that made the early 80s unforgettable! This week on Gen X 80s Top 20 Countdown, we’re diving into the charts with legends like Toto, Men At Work, Marvin Gaye, and more.🎧 Discover the stories behind the songs, the artists who brought them to life, and the moments that made them legendary. Plus, we’ll share some fun 80s trivia and a nostalgic memory about the golden age of MTV music videos.Follow us @GenX80sCountdown on Instagram, Facebook,

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1:36:49

Gen X 80s Top 20 Countdown UK: August 14, 1988 –...

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2025/01/16

Travel back to August 14, 1988, as we count down the UK’s Top 20 hits of the week! This episode is packed with unforgettable tracks, from Yazz’s uplifting The Only Way Is Up to Kylie Minogue’s dancefloor favorite The Loco-Motion, and Iron Maiden’s epic The Evil That Men Do.We’ll bring you colorful stories behind the hits, fun 80s UK trivia, and a mid-show memory that will have you reminiscing about the quirkiest moments of the decade. Plus, don’t forget to follow us on Instagram, Facebook, Bluesky,

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1:42:13

Gen X 80s Top 20 Countdown: Top 20 Hits of August 13,...

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2025/01/15

Let’s roll back to August 13, 1988, and relive the Top 20 hits that made the late 80s unforgettable! This week on Gen X 80s Top 20 Countdown, we’re diving into a chart packed with iconic tracks from Whitney Houston, Guns N’ Roses, George Michael, and Steve Winwood.🎧 Discover the stories behind these hits, the artists who brought them to life, and the moments that made them legendary. Plus, we’ll share fun 80s trivia, a nostalgic story about mixtapes, and plenty of reasons to keep dancing.Follow us

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The Ultimate 80s Christmas Countdown: 40 Festive Hits

Gen X 80s Top 20 Countdown ·

2024/12/25

Get ready to deck the halls and crank up the nostalgia! This week on Gen X 80s Top 20 Countdown, we’re bringing you a special Christmas episode featuring the Top 40 Christmas songs of the 80s. From Wham!’s Last Christmas to Band Aid’s Do They Know It’s Christmas?, and even Run-DMC’s Christmas in Hollis, this episode is packed with the holiday hits that made the 80s magical.🎧 Plus, we’ll sprinkle in fun trivia about Christmas in the 80s and share some festive stories that’ll make you laugh,

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Gen X 80s Top 20 Countdown UK: December 12, 1982 –...

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2024/12/19

Travel back to December 12, 1982, as we count down the UK’s Top 20 hits of the week! From Culture Club’s soulful Time (Clock of the Heart) to Madness’s unforgettable Our House and Renee and Renato’s holiday classic Save Your Love, this episode is packed with 80s magic.Plus, we’ve got quirky 80s trivia, a laugh-out-loud mid-show story, and plenty of retro vibes to keep you grooving. Search Gen X 80s Top 20 Countdown on Facebook, Instagram, Bluesky, and now Mastodon and relive the sounds of 198...

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