Now 12" 80s - 1983 : Part Two (UK 2024)

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Now 12" 80s - 1983 : Part Two
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Now 12" 80s
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Now 12" 80s 1983 (2)
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This extensive collection of 49 tracks, featuring extended, full-length, or remixed versions, showcases the diverse and dynamic soundscape of 1983. The compilation highlights the rich evolution of the 12” single, a format that played a pivotal role in multiple music genres throughout the 1980s. In this second volume for the year, the selection spans synth-pop, new wave, pop-dance, and disco, making it an essential addition for both dance music enthusiasts and collectors alike.

CD1 opens with the U.S. remix of Wham!'s energetic anthem "Wham Rap! (Enjoy What You Do?)", setting the stage for a series of iconic 12" tracks. Spandau Ballet's "Gold," Eurythmics' "Who's That Girl?", and Bananarama’s “Cruel Summer” make memorable appearances, while Culture Club's infectious "I'll Tumble 4 Ya" adds even more classic flavor. Rising stars of 1983 such as Marilyn with "Calling Your Name" (Extended Version) and Kajagoogoo with their "Too Shy (Midnight Mix)" continue the hit streak. The disc also features standout contributions from The Lotus Eaters, Men Without Hats, and Flash and the Pan, concluding with Joe Jackson’s synth-driven "Steppin' Out" and Mike Oldfield’s chart-topping "Moonlight Shadow."

CD2 kicks off with none other than New Order’s genre-defining "Blue Monday," released exclusively as a 12” single in 1983. Following are new wave classics like The Cure’s extended version of "The Lovecats," Echo & The Bunnymen's "Never Stop (Discotheque)," and Public Image Ltd's remix of "This Is Not A Love Song." Aztec Camera brings indie-pop charm with "Walk Out To Winter," while Madness livens things up with "The Sun And The Rain." Fun, upbeat moments from TRACIE and Tracey Ullman keep the energy high, leading to extended renditions of Paul Young’s "Love Of The Common People," Rick Springfield’s "Human Touch," and Yes’ special remix of “Owner Of A Lonely Heart.”

CD3 is a tribute to the dancefloor, opening with Lionel Richie’s global smash "All Night Long (All Night)." The momentum continues with KC & The Sunshine Band's feel-good hit "Give It Up," and Donna Summer’s empowering anthem "She Works Hard For The Money." Dance classics like Indeep’s "Last Night A D.J. Saved My Life" and Divine’s "Love Reaction" add to the fun. Malcolm McLaren's "Double Dutch" and Rock Steady Crew's "(Hey You) The Rock Steady Crew" bring in the flavors of hip-hop and electro-pop. The disc wraps up with more dance-pop from Modern Romance and Shalamar, alongside soulful hits like Booker Newberry III's "Love Town," Billy Griffin’s "Hold Me Tighter In The Rain," and Level 42's smooth "The Sun Goes Down (Living It Up)."

CD4 begins with Duran Duran’s Monster Mix of their first #1 hit "Is There Something I Should Know" and Heaven 17’s iconic track "Temptation." Tears for Fears add brilliance with the extended version of "Change," while synth-pop pioneers Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark and Blancmange dazzle with “Telegraph” and "That's Love, That It Is." Japan’s cover of "All Tomorrow's Parties" and Annabel Lamb's rendition of "Riders On The Storm" add depth to the selection. The disc closes out in spectacular fashion with tracks from Yello, Talk Talk’s "My Foolish Friend," and Midge Ure’s collaboration with Mick Karn on "After A Fashion," an extended version that adds to the sublime journey through 1983.

Now 12" 80s: 1983 Part Two is a comprehensive celebration of one of pop music's most defining years. Dive deep into the magic of 1983 with this collection, perfect for reliving the era’s greatest hits and dancefloor classics.


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  • VersionRelease DateFormatNumber of Tracks
    Now 12" 80s - 1983 : Part Two (UK 2024 CD)18 October 2024CD49
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    This is a full list of tracks (in alphabetical order) that appear on at least one format of this album. For further breakdown of each format version, please see links above.

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     Artist(s)First UK Chart AppearanceHighest UK Chart PositionOriginal YearUK Now Appearances
    Annabel Lamb - Riders On The StormAnnabel Lamb2
    Aztec Camera - Walk Out To WinterAztec Camera28 May 1983642
    Bananarama - Cruel SummerBananarama9 July 198386
    The Belle Stars - Sweet Memory (Extended 12" Remix)The Belle Stars1
    Billy Griffin - Hold Me Tighter In The RainBilly Griffin2
    Blancmange - That's Love, That It IsBlancmange26 November 1983332
    Booker Newberry III - Love TownBooker Newberry III28 May 198362
    Culture Club - I'll Tumble 4 Ya (US 12" Remix)Culture Club1
    The Cure - The LovecatsThe Cure29 October 198377
    Divine - Love ReactionDivine2
    Donna Summer - She Works Hard For The Money (Club Mix)Donna Summer1
    Duran Duran - Is There Something I Should Know? (Monster Mix)Duran Duran1
    Echo & the Bunnymen - Never Stop (Discotheque)Echo & the Bunnymen1
    Eurythmics - Who's That Girl?Eurythmics9 July 198332
    Flash and the Pan - Waiting for a Train (Disco Version)Flash and the Pan1
    Heaven 17 - TemptationHeaven 1716 April 1983214
    Indeep - Last Night a DJ Saved My LifeIndeep4
    Japan - All Tomorrow's Parties (Steve Nye Extended Remix)Japan1
    Joe Jackson - Steppin' OutJoe Jackson8 January 198366
    KC and the Sunshine Band - Give It UpKC and the Sunshine Band16 July 1983114
    Kajagoogoo - Too Shy (Midnight Mix)Kajagoogoo1
    Level 42 - The Sun Goes Down (Living It Up)Level 4230 July 1983106
    Limahl - Only For LoveLimahl5 November 1983163
    Lionel Richie - All Night Long (All Night)Lionel Richie1 October 1983213
    The Lotus Eaters - The First Picture Of YouThe Lotus Eaters6
    Madness - The Sun And The RainMadness5 November 198353
    Malcolm McLaren - Double DutchMalcolm McLaren2 July 198335
    Marilyn - Calling Your NameMarilyn5 November 198344
    Men Without Hats - The Safety DanceMen Without Hats27 August 198366
    Midge Ure/Mick Karn - After a FashionMidge Ure
    Mick Karn
    9 July 1983393
    Mike Oldfield - Moonlight ShadowMike Oldfield28 May 198348
    Modern Romance - High LifeModern Romance26 February 198383
    New Order - Blue MondayNew Order19 March 198398
    Nick Heyward - Take That Situation (Rhythm Mix)Nick Heyward1
    Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark - TelegraphOrchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark9 April 1983422
    Paul Young - Love Of The Common PeoplePaul Young19 November 198327
    Public Image Ltd - This Is Not A Love Song (12" Remix)Public Image Ltd1
    Rick Springfield - Human TouchRick Springfield14 January 1984232
    Rock Steady Crew - (Hey You) The Rock Steady CrewRock Steady Crew1 October 198368
    Shalamar - Dead GiveawayShalamar11 June 198382
    Spandau Ballet - GoldSpandau Ballet13 August 1983212
    Talk Talk - My Foolish FriendTalk Talk19 March 1983572
    Tears for Fears - ChangeTears for Fears5 February 198343
    Thompson Twins - Love On Your Side (Rap Boy Rap Full Length Version)Thompson Twins1
    Tracey Ullman - BreakawayTracey Ullman12 March 198342
    Tracie - Give It Some EmotionTracie2
    Wham! - Wham Rap! (Enjoy What You Do?) (Special U.S. Remix)Wham!1
    Yello - I Love YouYello2
    Yes - Owner Of A Lonely Heart (Special Remix Dance Version)Yes1