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1980s Memories Collage by Simplyeighties.com

JAN 20 2022 - CHRIS REA - 80s Songs and Albums. A look back at all of the musician's releases during the 1980s.JAN 15 - 1980s KITCHEN APPLIANCES That Were New And Exciting. How microwaves, washing machines and dish washers made our lives easier.JAN 14 - BRYAN ADAMS IN THE 80s. A look back at his albums and singles inc. Reckless, Summer Of 69.JAN 9 - BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN IN THE 80s. A look back at the best songs from The Boss released in the 1980s.JAN 6 - THE SPECIALS - GHOST TOWN. The band's second No.1 single which was released during a time of UK riots and urban decline.DEC 16 2021 THE COMMUNARDS - So Cold The Night. The band's 4th chart hit from 35 years ago this month.DEC 12 - TV COMIC ANNUALS from the 1980s. A look back at the three annuals featuring your favourite cartoon characters.DEC 8 - DO YOU REMEMBER BEJAM? Here are my memories of shopping at the frozen food retailer.DEC 3 - THE REAL GHOSTBUSTERS ANNUALS - Did you receive one of these for Christmas back in the 80s or 90s?NOV 28 - THE GREAT BOOK OF 1980s TRIVIA. Crazy Random Facts & 80's Trivia (Volume 1) by Bill O'Neill. Book review.NOV 22 - WHATEVER HAPPENED TO MR. T? The 80s TV personality starred in The A Team and Rocky III, but where is he now?NOV 18 - THE DUKES OF HAZZARD - I've given this page a major update. Come see what's new!NOV 14 - OFFICIAL GHOSTBUSTERS Knitted Ugly Christmas Sweater for men and women.NOV 12 - THE MOST MEMORABLE 1980s TV BOSSES - from Sam Malone to Boss Hogg.NOV 11 - FUNKO POP Collectable Vinyl Figures for 80s Fans. 85 ideas!NOV 9 - ATARI HOODIES. A look at the best Atari logo hooded sweatshirts for men, to celebrate 50 years of Atari.NOV 7 - 1980s HOME RENOVATION and Design Ideas for a Nostalgic Makeover.NOV 4 - ROBERT PALMER - She Makes My Day. Video and song facts for the hit single from the album Heavy Nova.NOV 1 - PAC-MAN UGLY CHRISTMAS SWEATERS. Wear something a little different this Christmas!OCT 29 - ANGELS - A look back at the BBC medical drama series from the 80s, with a full episode!OCT 26 - ALISON MOYET - ALL CRIED OUT. The singer / songwriter's second single release from he debut album Alf.OCT 21 - CAPTAIN STICKY'S GOLD - a review of the Atari computer game by English Software.OCT 16 - GHOSTBUSTERS COSTUMES for Women. I take a look at four very different outfits that will ensure you have a spooktacular night out!OCT 12 - THE PERISHERS - a look back the the cartoon TV series by Maurice Dodd with video episode.OCT 8 - WARRIORS OF THE WASTELAND by Frankie Goes To Hollywood. Videos, song facts, lyrics info and vinyl sleeve photos OCT 5 - THE IMPRESSIVE EVOLUTION of the Office Workspace - from the 1980s to today.OCT 3 - VAN HALEN T-SHIRTS. Pay tribute to Eddie and his band with our pick of the best T-shirts from UK suppliers.SEP 30 - RETRO 80s HORROR T-SHIRT featuring six legendary characters hitching a ride in the Mystery Machine from Scooby Doo!SEP 29 - THE CULT -RAIN - the goth rock band's second hits single from the album Love.SEP 25 - THE DICTIONARY OF 1980s SLANG - stranger than fiction. Book review.SEP 23 - THE MOST POPULAR BABY NAMES from the 80s. Have they stood the test of time?SEP 21 - This SKELETOR COSTUME is perfect for an 80s halloween theme.SEP 20 - JOHN CHALLIS - Following his death on 19th Sept, I take a look back at the Only Fools and Horses actor's long career.SEP 17 - SIR CLIVE SINCLAIR - his best and worst inventions. From the C5 to the ZX Spectrum.SEP 15 - CLIFF RICHARD - SOME PEOPLE - Cliff's No.3 hit single from 1987 with video and song facts.SEP 10 - TOP 5 HOME VIDEO GAMES FROM 1983. With video of gameplay. Which were the bestsellers?SEP 4 - 10 AMAZING FACTS ABOUT MR. POTATO HEAD. Did you know the original toys used real potatoes?SEP 1 - MODERN TALKING - Brother Louie. The sunth-pop duo's 1986 hit single reviewed.Aug 27 - THE TERMINATOR T-800 Cyberdyne Systems Model 101 T-shirts. A great choice for Halloween.AUG 23 - LISA STANSFIELD - This Is The Right Time. A hit 32 years ago back in August 1989.AUG 18 - TEEN WOLF T-SHIRTS. Pay homage to the 1985 Michael J. Fox movie.AUG 17 - WHATEVER HAPPENED TO NICK BERRY? The Eastenders and Heartbeat actor was big in the 80s and 90s, but what's he up to now?AUG 14 - SIMPLE MINDS T-SHIRTS. Celebrate Scotland's finest band with our hand-picked tees.AUG 13 - FIVE STAR - FIND THE TIME - the band's third consecutive top ten hit. Video and song facts.AUG 9 - COLOURFUL 80'S CASSETTE T-SHIRTS. Rewind to the era of the mixtape with one of these eye-catching tees.AUG 6 - LIZA MINNELLI - LOSING MY MIND - Video and song facts for her 1989 collaboration with Pet Shop Boys.AUG 3 - SKOOL DAZE. A review of the 1984 video game by Microsphere for the ZX Spectrum and C64.JUL 30 - DUSTY HILL OBITUARY - A look back at the life of the ZZ Top bassist, following his death.JUL 25 - ATARI RETRO GAMING WALLETS and Pouches. Store your cards and cash retro style.JUL 20 - COLLEGE LIFE in the 80s - Then Vs Now inc. diversity, technology and nightlife.JUL 19 - AN 80s TENNIS PLAYER COSTUME? You cannot be serious! Create a John McEnroe look.JUL 17 - THUNDERCATS T-SHIRTS and GIFTS. Pay homage to the classic 80s cartoon.JULY 16 - TIFFANY 80S POP STAR T-SHIRT - celebrating her hit I Think We're Alone Now.JUL 13 - THE 1980s FITNESS STARS who inspired us to get moving. DId you own a Jane Fonda video?JUL 12 - TRACY CHAPMAN - FAST CAR - A look back at the American singer's one hit wonder from 1988.JUL 7 - POINTER SISTERS - JUMP (FOR MY LOVE). A review of the 1984 top ten hit from the Californian trio.JUL 3 - KP SPACE RAIDERS. The popular snack which launched in 1987 with pickled onion flavour.JUN 29 - A-HA - YOU ARE THE ONE. The Norwegian synthpop band's final hit of the 80s.JUN 25 - POPULAR COLOURS that made the 80s Bright and Memorable JUN 24 - SOCK INVADERS! Quirky 80s themed socks for retro gamers.JUN 22 - MELODY MAKER - a look back at the weekly paper aimed at prog rock, indie and jazz music fans.JUN 18 - SUPER DADDIO T-SHIRTS for Men. The ideal gift for gamer Dads. We pick out the best ones.JUN 17 - How NIGEL MANSELL Dominated Formula One in the 1980s. A look back at Mansell mania!JUN 13 - QUEEN and FREDDIE MERCURY T-SHIRTS. Our top picks from leading suppliers. Pay homage to the rock band.JUN 10 - The Main COFFEE TRENDS of the 1980s - and how they contributed to today's coffee culture.JUN 7 2021 - BILLY OCEAN - SUDDENLY - Video and review of the musician's 1985 hit ballad and title track from his most successful album.JUN 4 - MAGNUM P.I. T-SHIRTS and Hawaiian Shirts. Pay homage to the classic 80s TV series set in Hawaii and starring Tom Selleck.MAY 31 - HERE'S WHY THE 80S was the era of the instant ready-made meal.MAY 28 - POLARIS VIDEO GAME. A review of the Taito arcade game, plus Atari VCS and Vic-20 versions.MAY 26 - PRINCE PURPLE RAIN Fancy Dress Costume for Men. Become the iconic pop star.MAY 20 - ASHES TO ASHES by David Bowie. The iconic video with review and song facts.MAY 15 - 80S CARTOON HEROES T-SHIRTS - pay homage to your favourite animated characters with these awesome tees.MAY 12 - Official Nintendo NES DUCK HUNT T-SHIRT for adults. Pay homage to the classic 80s shooter game.MAY 7 - NICK KAMEN TRIBUTE. After his death on May 4th, I take a look back at his 80s pop career.MAY 2 - FOOLISH BEAT by Debbie Gibson. The American singer's fourth consecutive hit in the UK.APR 29 - 1980s FASHION PRINT by Marnie Fogg. Book review by Mark Nobes.APR 25 - If STAN LAUREL became Adam Ant, Stan and Deliver T-shirt. A fun choice for fans of both icons.APR 23 - PHIL COLLINS - One More Night. Video with review and song facts.APR 16 - ADAM ANT T-SHIRTS. Check out our brand new page and pay homage to the Prince Charming himself.APR 7 - BROTHER BEYOND - He Ain't No Competition. The boyband's second consecutive top 10 hit single.APR 1 - SOLIHULL SUMMER FEST 2021 is set to go ahead this summer. Yay!MAR 29 - 1980s FADS and FASHION Colouring Book for Adults. Full review with video.MAR 25 - I SHOULD BE SO LUCKY by Kylie Minogue. Video and song review with sleeve photos.MAR 19 - THE YOUNG ONES TRIBUTE T-SHIRT. Pay homage to the anarchic BBC sitcom.MAR 15 - EURYTHMICS -Would I Lie To You? Video and song facts for the 1985 hit song by Lennox and Stewart.MAR 11 - CRAZY FOR SWAYZE T-SHIRTS - show some love for the 80s hearthrob in our latest blog post.MAR 5 - MERCENARY: ESCAPE FROM TARG - review of the classic 3D wireframe game by Novagen

Here are some of the most popular pages about the 80s, which you may like to take a gander at...

Childhood Toys & Games

Some of these are going to bring the memories of your childhood flooding back! Read about the most popular toys and games from both the 1970s and 80s including Subbuteo, BigTrak, Action Man, Cabbage Patch Dolls and a whole lot more on the 80s Toys page.

Old Cars

They were often unreliable and prone to rust, but there are still many of us who are very fond of the old cars from the 70s and 80s. So which were your favourites? To help you decide, you'll find lots of photos of classic and not-so classic cars, inc. models by British Leyland, as well as sports cars and some American cars, too. Plenty of car photos and plenty of memories, too - visit the 80s Cars page.

80s Video Games

Computer games were a lot simpler back in the 1980s, but they were also a lot more accessible. Frogger, Defender and Pac-Man were particular favourites of mine, and you can access many old classics on this page and play online for free, as well as read reviews of other computer games from the 80s.

Old Computers

The 1980s saw the beginning of the home computing revolution, a time when many of us actually learned how to program our computers. Which games consoles and computers did you use back in the 80s? From the very simple ZX80 to the highly popular, 16 bit Commodore Amiga, they can all be found on the 80s Computers page.

80s Fashion

So what did you wear in the eighties? This page features the outrageous clothing being worn in the great decade including crazy New Romantic big hair and quiff hair styles for men, shoulder pads, ra-ra skirts, parachute pants, Don Johnson (from Miami Vice) in his white suits, "Choose Life" T-shirts, pixie boots, boxer shorts, Ray Bans, big spectacles - the list goes on! Did you have 80s style or were you like me, an 80s fashion disaster!

Retro Sweets & Chocolate

These video clips and photos will help you to relive your 70s or 80s childhood, and on this page you can look at bucketloads of old-fashioned confectionary from the past, some of which has now disappeared, and some of which is still being made today. The question is, did you love anyone enough to give them your last Rolo?

70s and 80s TV Shows

Is it just me, or was there much more to watch on the TV when we were kids? Although we only had three TV channels here in the UK, there was always something decent to watch, and this page features links to dozens of pages about both British and American TV Shows from yesteryear. Were you a Dukes Of Hazzard fan, or maybe Charlie's Angels was more your thang?

Eighties Music Videos

The 1980s saw the birth of the music video revolution, thanks mainly to MTV. Here you'll find a complete A-Z of all the music video pages on the Simply Eighties site. It's an ever-growing list, and you find everything from ABBA to ZZ Top. Most of the videos are official (where available), and I've hand-picked the best quality ones from Youtube. From New Wave to 80s power ballads, they're all here!

80s Technology

So who had a trim phone? Actually, we never had one of these as we just weren't posh enough - just a plain old, standard cream dial telephone for us! Anyway, on the 80s technology page I have written about my own experiences with VHS tapes, an Amstrad TV, CB Radio and a lot more besides.

80s Gadgets

So what gadgets couldn't we live without during the 1980s? Actually, we could live without them a darn sight better than than people do these days. Now that's either because the gadgets were rubbish, or because we were made of sterner stuff. Whatever your thoughts, here you'll find lots of pictures and facts about digital watches, instant cameras, VCR's and Sodastream.

80s Stars

Glamour model Linda Lusardi went on to become a TV presenter and actress, and you'll be pleased to know that you can find out what happened to lots of other famous folk from the 80s on this page.

Do you remember the pleasure you experienced from visiting the local record store and purchasing the latest 12" single on vinyl? You may also remember popping down to the video rental store and hiring out the latest film on VHS such as Ghostbusters or Back To The Future? Sadly, you can no longer enjoy such an experience, but the memories remain forever etched inside our brains. Indeed, I think you'll agree that shopping in the 80s was a much more satisfying experience than it is today.

A-Z of 80s Music Video Pages