The 1980s gifted us with amazing music ... 80s with his socially conscious lyrics and complex compositions. Marvin Gaye was a key figure in Motown’s history and a pioneer in shaping soul ...

(ThyBlackMan.com) When I think about the artists who’ve shaped the sound of modern R&B, pop, and dance music ... s a perfect storm of 80s dance-pop production, soul-infused vocals, and raw ...

Limahl rides again to music after more than a five-year break. Elements of upbeat, electronic sounds blended with catchy lyrics have caused the 80s icon ... has been in your playlist for years ...

Join BBC Radio 6 Music every Friday (7am-7pm) in January as we turn back the clock and celebrate the defining sounds and iconic tracks of a different decade at the end of each week. 6 Music ...