Ep 15 Oct 80 Dennis Waterman, Olivia Newton-John, Sheena Easton, Kool & The Gang, Motorhead, UB40, David Bowie

Join the 80s mixtaper in this episode as they dive into the vivid tapestry of 80s music, exploring the journey of Dennis Waterman's "I Could Be So Good For You," the unforgettable anthem of British TV series Minder. Listeners are taken back to when this iconic theme song took the UK charts by storm, embodying a blend of humor and drama that defined the early part of the decade in the UK.

The episode also delves into the heartfelt duet "Suddenly" by Olivia Newton-John and Cliff Richard, bringing to life the tender harmonies and emotional depth that captured audiences during its release. Meanwhile, Sheena Easton's "One Man Woman", the final song of her 1980 trilogy presents an exploration of her evolving music identity, highlighting her blend of independence and romance through catchy melodies.

As the journey continues, celebrate the unyielding joy of Kool and the Gang's "Celebration," a song that transcends time and becomes the anthem for victory worldwide. Then, delve into the raw power of Motorhead's "Ace of Spades," encapsulating the heavy metal chaos that defined the early trappings of thrash metal.

The episode further explores UB40's politically charged "The Earth Dies Screaming," offering a haunting glimpse into 1980 Britain and its societal tensions. Finally, David Bowie's "Fashion" wraps up the episode with its critique of trends and media influence, completed with Bowie's signature style of eerie sophistication.

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In case the playlist hyperlinks don't work on your podcast platform of choice, the songs are:

1. Dennis Waterman - I Could Be So Good For You

2. Olivia Newton-John - Suddenly

3. Sheena Easton - One Man Woman

4. Kool and the Gang - Celebration

5. Ace of Spades - Motorhead

6. UB40 - The Earth Dies Screaming

7. David Bowie - Fashion