There is nothin' fair in this world, girl
There is nothin' safe in this world
And there's nothin' sure in this world
And there's nothin' pure in this world
Look for something left in this world
Start again!

White Wedding
Billy Idol

#80sMusic

https://youtu.be/s21SLyJWMY8?si=piLdJwrgbq4qP5G5

Happy 75th Birthday to Apple Computer and US Music Festival co-founder Steve Wozniak! #80s #80stechnology #80smusic #SteveWozniak #Woz

Insanity laughs under pressure
We're breaking

Can't we give ourselves one more chance?
Why can't we give love that one more chance?

Under Pressure
Queen/David Bowie

#CoffeeDance
#80sMusic

https://youtu.be/LlP1iXpXj3o?si=h1Ioh_ddqwLPmOvr

Sunday evening walk... listening to Sirius XM... great 80s song "Girlfriend" by Pebbles plays. Perfect for a brisk pace, plus I had a huge crush on her when this song came out.

In a Modern English mood because we’ll be featuring them in the next episode of our podcast, so doing a #ModernEnglish twofer for #WeekendUnwind. #80s #80smusic #forgotten80s #SecondBritishInvasion

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Yazoo "Upstairs at Eric's" – 1982

A synthpop masterpiece blending Alison Moyet’s soulful vocals with Vince Clarke’s precise electronic arrangements.
From haunting ballads to dancefloor-ready tracks, this debut remains a cornerstone of early 80s electronic pop...

Happy Duran Duran Appreciation Day! #80s #80smusic #DuranDuranAppreciationDay #DDAD2025 #Duraniversary

40 years ago today (1985), Bryan Adams began a two week run at the top of the Billboard 200 album chart with his fourth studio album. Reckless. #80s #80smusic #BryanAdams #Billboard200

During Queen’s 1980 tour, Freddie Mercury did a skit where he'd sing “We Will Rock You” while riding on the shoulders of Darth Vader. The photo most associated with this was taken 45 years ago today at their concert in Houston, Texas. #80s #80smusic #Queen

This week’s #80sSoundtrackSaturday is EG Daily with “One Way Love (Better Off Dead)” (1985) from the Better Off Dead soundtrack. #80s #80smusic #80smovie #EGDaily #ladiesofthe80s

45 years ago today, XTC released “Generals and Majors” (1980). It was the band’s first single to chart in the U.S.. #80s #80smusic #XTC

Ultravox "Monument – The Soundtrack" – 1983

A powerful live document capturing Ultravox at their peak. Lush synth textures, soaring vocals, and atmospheric guitar work delivered with precision and passion. This release preserves the energy and drama of their stage performance for the turntable...

Ultravox "Hymn" – 1982

An anthemic slice of early ’80s synthpop grandeur, where soaring vocals and shimmering synth layers meet a driving beat. This Japanese pressing, complete with beautifully etched designs, adds a touch of collectible elegance...

45 years ago today, George Benson released his 18th studio album, Give Me the Night (1980). #80s #80smusic #GeorgeBenson

Remembering Jerry Garcia who passed away 30 years ago today. #80s #80smusic #JerryGarcia

This December we’ll be posting our Second Listener Request episode. What #80s songs would you like to hear on Welcome to the Boomtown? Leave us two or three suggestions in the comments. It’s just like calling the radio station back in the day. #80smusic #ListenerRequests

Ozzy’s death certificate has been released and his listed occupation is spot on and appropriate. #80s #80smusic #OzzyOsbourne

Alhaji Ayinla Kollington – Omo Araiye

https://amf.didiermary.fr/alhaji-ayinla-kollington-omo-araiye/

Alhaji Ayinla Kollington is a Nigerian Fuji musician and one of the pioneers of the genre with Yoruba muslim roots.

Starting in the early 1960’s of Nigeria, a select group of innovators transform the sound of Owambe parties and traditional Were music to create Fuji music, a genre that began as a socio-cultural movement […]

This week’s #80smusic #FlashbackFriday comes from Iggy Pop with “Real Wild Child (Wild One)” (1986). #80s #IggyPop