In this episode of "I Completed 80s Music," the 80s mixtaper takes listeners on a journey through the eclectic sounds of the second half of Playlist 20. Dive into nerdy-themed tracks discussing zealotry and nuclear war, revel in a rockabilly classic, and groove to one of Stevie Wonder's finest records. The episode also features listener comments from TikTok and Instagram, sparking discussions on the intelligence of early 80s bands like The Police, The Jam, and Dire Straits.
Among the highlighted tracks are Landscape's hauntingly catchy "Einstein A Go-Go," Shakin' Stevens's hip-shaking cover of "This Old House," and Sharon Redd's dancefloor anthem "Can You Handle It." The Jacksons' post-Motown unity anthem "Can You Feel It" is also explored, showcasing their transition as Michael Jackson's solo success begins to emerge.
Join the 80s mixtaper as he delves into Lynx's Britfunk with "Intuition" alongside the profound emotional depth of Stevie Wonder's "Lately," a raw ballad capturing love's fragility. This episode is brimming with diverse tracks that defined an era while setting the stage for future musical exploration. Tune in for a nostalgic dive into the vibrant and sometimes quirky world of 80s music history.
Links to Playlist 20
In case the playlist hyperlinks don't work on your podcast platform of choice, the songs are:
8. Landscape - Enstein A Go-Go
9. Shakin Stevens - This Ole House
10. Sharon Redd - Can You Handle It
11. The Jacksons - Can You Feel It
12. Linx - Intuition
13. Stevie Wonder - Lately
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