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Posted by: ColonelK on Tuesday, October 13, 2009 - 01:52 PM

Howard Jones, iconic 80s singer / songwriter, is releasing a new album! You may remember him most from hit 1984 hit single Like To Get To Know You Well, although his career lasted many years.

As well as releasing brand new material on CD, he is also due to play supporting live dates at London O2indigo, Manchester and Cardiff.

He is also taking part in a live video broadcast where fans will get the opportunity to hear some of the album for the first time with Howard talking about each track in turn.

All in all, he's a very busy man!

Finally, as a thanks to all his fans, Howard is allowing visitors to 80sNostalgia the opportunity to download a full track from his new album for free. Click below to either listen online or download the full track instantly.

Click HERE to download "Loves Never Wasted."

Or click here to visit Howard Jones Online.

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News: Demon Music - 100 Hits 80s Dance

Posted by: ColonelK on Saturday, August 08, 2009 - 07:45 AM

The wonderful people at Demon Music (Demon Music Website) have released another absolute corker of a compilation!

100 Hits - 80 Dance!

Terence Trent D'Arby, Milli Vanilli, Wham!, Jazzy Jeff and the Fresh Prince, S-Express..... I'd love to go on to name all the artists, but there simply isn't time.

Click here to see their full 5 CD listing - 100 Hits - 80s Dance

Absolutely ace!

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News: Roland Rat Interview!

Posted by: ColonelK on Thursday, July 30, 2009 - 10:20 AM

80s Legend and global megastar Roland Rat has been kind enough to donate a few of his precious moments to chat to 80sNostalgia, in another of our 80s interviews. He gives us honest opinions about his early days in showbiz, and frank opinions on his co-stars.

Click here to read!

Please take a few moments to read through the first ever interview with a V.I.R. (Very Important Rodent)

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News: Matthew Smith Interview

Posted by: ColonelK on Friday, July 24, 2009 - 03:02 PM

Remember Matthew Smith? You know, the man who brought us Manic Miner and Jet Set Willy? He kindly donated some of his time to chat to 80sNostalgia, and has provided us with a huge interview!

Click here to read Matthew Smiths interview.

The man is a legend, so please read through his ramblings.

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News: Bring Back Fish 'n Chips

Posted by: ColonelK on Sunday, March 15, 2009 - 07:53 AM

While all the uncool kids were eating crisps in the 80s, all us cool kids were eating Fish 'n Chips. They were small biscuitty things in the shape of chips and fish, and they were the best tasting thing ever.

People who I talk to regularly all agree that Fish 'n Chips were one of the best foods of the 80s, along with Flying Saucers, Roast Beef Monster Munch and Wham bars.

Burton's, who made them, said they no longer produce them which is a shame. Luckily, a facebook group has emerged to help fight the cause.

If you would like to show your support, then please click HERE to join the facebook group.

Direct link - http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=7523566895

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News: New Fine Young Cannibals CD

Posted by: ColonelK on Tuesday, February 10, 2009 - 02:24 PM

Just been brought to my attention that the Fine Young Cannibals have a "Best Of..." CD out.

30 hits over 2 CDs, boasting 8 UK top 40 hits including 4 top 10’s.

Plus, it's proper affordable! Take a look - Click here to view FYC goodness

If you get one, drop me an email and I'll bring my high speed dubbing hi-fi round to yours!

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News: New 80s Music!

Posted by: ColonelK on Friday, December 19, 2008 - 03:35 PM

Whats even better than music from the 80s? NEW 80s music! THATS what!

Xcelsis are a new 80s band releasing new music in the style of the 80s. Think moody, early 80s..... Think synths..... Think you want to watch a video?

Watch "Tis The Season" on Youtube

After you've had a ganders, why not pop along to itunes and show your support for an amazing band.

Visit the band website

Christmas hasn't rocked THIS much since 1989!

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News: Jim Bowen Interview

Posted by: ColonelK on Monday, November 17, 2008 - 03:10 AM

Jim Bowen! The legend of 80s TV! He let me interview him!!!!

Those of you who know me in real life will remember the story behind what initially happened. Luckily, when I eventually phoned him to apologise a month later, Jim had no recollection. In fact, he seemed glad I had phoned!

There and then he kindly gave me about 20 minutes of his own time, to talk openly about his life. I was wonderfully unprepared, and I'm sure this shines through. Think of my incompetence as a feature, not a flaw.

But a massive thanks to Jim for his time, his openness, his honesty and his failure to remember what I did the month prior.

Click here to download.

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News: Sir Michael Parkinson!

Posted by: ColonelK on Tuesday, September 30, 2008 - 02:57 PM

Sir Michael Parkinson, king of the 80s chat, is pleased to announce an exciting and innovative joint venture with Warner Bros. Records / Reprise Records that includes a series of Parkinson compilation albums and the development of his own official website - www.MichaelParkinson.tv.

"Visitors to the site will be able to access my weekly blog where I'll give them my latest news, tell them about the films I've seen, the books I'm reading, the television I love and loathe, my thoughts about the stories making the news and a few observations about sport! There'll be a web store where you can buy the autobiography and CD, a comprehensive archive of highlights from the Parkinson TV show and lots more."

'My Life in Music' will be released on Reprise Records, the label founded by the man Parkinson calls his "greatest entertainer", the legendary Frank Sinatra, as well as home to one of his favourite contemporary artists Michael Bublé. The album's 40 tracks, hand picked by Parkinson, feature the crème de la crème of jazz and classical songs from some of the most respected artists in the business, including Bublé, Nat King Cole, Paul Simon, Elton John and of course Frank Sinatra. The Sinatra tracks are a particular coup as they are very rarely licensed to be used in compilations.

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News: Quiz Online

Posted by: ColonelK on Saturday, September 20, 2008 - 09:29 AM

There is an official 80sNostalgia quiz on facebook! It's one of those that only takes about 3 minutes to do. It's one of those "look at the picture, answer the question" quizes, but it will show if you truely are a dedicated 80s dude, or an 80s loser!

Click here for the 80sNostalgia Quiz!

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