Step back to June 7, 1987, as we count down the UK’s Top 20 hits of the week! From Whitney Houston’s iconic I Wanna Dance With Somebody to George Michael’s provocative I Want Your Sex and U2’s I Still Haven’t Found What I’m Looking For, this episode is packed with unforgettable tracks and 80s nostalgia.

We’ll also dive into some quirky 80s UK trivia, share a hilarious mid-show story, and keep the energy high with colorful intros and fun transitions. Don’t miss the magic—listen now on your favorite podcast app!

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Step back into the neon glow of the 80s! This week on Gen X 80s Top 20 Countdown, we’re rewinding to June 6, 1987, to relive the unforgettable tracks that topped the charts. From Whitney Houston’s dance-floor anthem I Wanna Dance with Somebody to Kim Wilde’s electrifying You Keep Me Hangin’ On, this countdown is packed with the music that defined a generation.

🎧 Plus, we’ll dive into the stories behind the songs, share some fun 80s trivia, and even revisit the magic of our first concert memories. Follow us @GenX80sCountdown on Instagram, Facebook, Bluesky, and Mastodon for more nostalgia, and don’t forget to fuel our 80s obsession by buying us a coffee at Buy Me a Coffee.com/GenX80sCountdown. Let’s keep the 80s alive—one hit at a time!

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The curtain rises on the grand finale! In this second half of our New Year’s special, Gen X 80s Top 20 Countdown reveals the Top 25 Songs from 80s Films. From the poignant Against All Odds by Phil Collins to the romantic duet After All by Peter Cetera and Cher, this countdown features the most unforgettable tracks and moments from 80s movies.

🎧 With stories, trivia, and heartfelt reflections to close out 2024 and welcome 2025, this episode is more than a countdown—it’s a celebration. Follow us @GenX80sCountdown on Instagram, Facebook, Bluesky, and Mastodon for more behind-the-scenes fun, and let’s toast to an amazing year ahead!

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Lights, camera, nostalgia! In this first of a special two-part New Year’s countdown, Gen X 80s Top 20 Countdown brings you the Top 50 Songs from 80s Films—starting with 50 through 26. From Hazel O’Connor’s Will You in Breaking Glass to Jennifer Hall’s Ice Cream Days in Bright Lights, Big City, these iconic tracks remind us why the 80s ruled both the charts and the box office.

🎧 Plus, we dive into the stories behind the songs and the movies that made them legendary, with plenty of fun 80s trivia to keep the vibes alive. Follow us @GenX80sCountdown on Instagram, Facebook, Bluesky, and Mastodon for more nostalgia, and grab your popcorn—it’s time to relive the magic!

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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, smile, and maybe even shed a nostalgic tear.

Don’t miss this ultimate Christmas countdown! Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, Mastodon, and Bluesky @GenX80sCountdown for more exclusive holiday content. Let’s keep the spirit of the 80s alive—one Christmas hit at a time! 🎄🎶

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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 1982!

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This week on Gen X 80s Top 20 Countdown, we’re rewinding to December 11, 1982, to revisit the unforgettable tracks that topped the charts. From Toni Basil’s cheer-tastic 'Mickey' to Marvin Gaye’s smooth 'Sexual Healing', and Toto’s iconic 'Africa', this countdown is packed with classics that defined the decade.

🎧 Plus, we’ll sprinkle in fun 80s trivia, share a hilarious anecdote about school dance mishaps, and relive all the moments that made this week in 1982 so special.

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Get ready to hit the dance floor with this special episode of Gen X 80s Top 20 Countdown UK! We’re counting down the Top 30 Dance & Club Hits of the 80s from the UK. From Chic’s disco anthem Le Freak to Michael Jackson’s The Way You Make Me Feel, this episode is packed with the tracks that lit up dance floors across the decade.

Plus, we’ve got fun 80s trivia, a laugh-out-loud story, and plenty of nostalgia to keep you grooving. Search Gen X 80s Top 20 Countdown now and join the party!

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