Greatest Hits of the 80s (2021)

Episode Overview

Six iconic songs from the era are explored through the stories behind them. Steve Norman of Spandau Ballet recalls how the serene atmosphere of the Bahamas shaped the creation of their renowned track, "True." Jazzie B from Soul II Soul reflects on their roots in sound systems and how their hit "Back to Life (However Do You Want Me)" fused a deep bass feel with orchestral strings. Also featured are insights into Peter Gabriel's "Sledgehammer," Simply Red's "Holding Back the Years," Frankie Goes to Hollywood's "Relax," and Whitney Houston's "I Wanna Dance with Somebody (Who Loves Me)."