Rewind to May 18, 1980, for this week’s Gen X 80s Top 20 Countdown UK! Join your host, Bret, as we revisit a chart bursting with timeless classics, from Johnny Logan’s Eurovision-winning ballad to the ska energy of The Beat and the futuristic synths of Gary Numan.

Along the way, we’ll dish out some fun 80s UK trivia—did you know Pac-Man fever hit Britain in 1980? Plus, don’t miss a hilarious faux ad for the infamous Maserati Biturbo—because every great countdown deserves a little turbo trouble!

Crank up the nostalgia, and don’t forget to follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Bluesky at @GenX80sCountdown for behind-the-scenes fun and next week’s listener poll. It’s time to relive the music, the memories, and the madness of 1980!

Get ready for a groove-filled journey back to May 17, 1980, as we count down the Billboard Top 20 hits of the week! From Blondie’s electrifying #1 hit “Call Me” to the smooth sounds of Christopher Cross and Air Supply, this episode is packed with classics that defined the start of the 80s.

Along the way, we’ll uncover fun facts about the artists, the stories behind the songs, and a dash of nostalgia for one of music’s most exciting eras. Whether you’re a fan of soft rock, disco, or chart-topping ballads, this countdown has something for everyone.

🎶 Relive the hits. Rediscover the magic. And don’t forget to follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Bluesky @GenX80sCountdown for exclusive 80s content and updates!

Get ready for a trip back to the golden era of music as we count down the UK Top 20 hits from November 8, 1981! This week’s chart is packed with everything from heartfelt ballads to head-banging anthems, and even a few reggae-inspired gems.

Join your host Bret as we celebrate timeless classics from Blondie, David Bowie, Motorhead, and ABBA, while sprinkling in fun trivia about the artists, the songs, and the UK in the 80s. Did you know Lemmy wrote Ace of Spades in just 10 minutes? Or that Blondie’s The Tide Is High was originally a Jamaican track? You’ll learn it all right here!

So grab your Walkman, crank up the volume, and prepare for an hour of nostalgia, music, and a little 80s magic. Don’t forget to follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Bluesky at @GenX80sCountdown for more updates, behind-the-scenes fun, and next week’s trivia vote.

It’s time to rewind—because the 80s never go out of style!

The top 20 countdown for the week of November 14, 1981