Direct link to Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2ifiZAzfA85ykHytwGkFmx

A selection of songs that would have been on popular music radio in the heyday of AM broadcasting, starting with the pirate radio stations such as Radio Caroline and Radio London in the mid 1960s, along with Radio Luxembourg's English language service, and then running through early Radio 1 until FM took over in the late 1980s.

The Ultimate Playlist: A Journey Through Music History

Welcome to our playlist, a vast and eclectic collection of songs that span decades and genres. As we take you on this musical journey, you'll discover iconic hits, timeless classics, and some unexpected surprises.

We're kicking off with some of the biggest names in music history, including Elvis Presley, The Rolling Stones, and The Beatles. Elvis's 'The Wonder of You' and The Rolling Stones' 'Honky Tonk Women' are instant classics, while The Beatles' 'All You Need Is Love' and 'A Hard Day's Night' showcase the band's innovative spirit.

The 1970s and 1980s bring a new wave of talent, with acts like T. Rex, The Boomtown Rats, and Madonna dominating the airwaves. T. Rex's 'Get It On' and The Boomtown Rats' 'I Don't Like Mondays' are punk-infused anthems, while Madonna's 'Into the Groove' cements her status as the Queen of Pop.

We're also shining a spotlight on some of the era's most influential artists, including Michael Jackson, Prince, and David Bowie. Michael Jackson's 'I Just Can't Stop Loving You' and David Bowie's 'Ashes to Ashes' demonstrate their groundbreaking style.

Other iconic tracks, such as Elton John's 'Don't Go Breaking My Heart', Fleetwood Mac's 'Need Your Love So Bad', and The Kinks' 'You Really Got Me', showcase the diversity and creativity of the music scene.

As we journey through the decades, you'll encounter chart-toppers like George McCrae's 'Rock Your Baby', Donna Summer's 'I Feel Love', and Rick Astley's 'Never Gonna Give You Up'.

Our playlist is a love letter to music, celebrating the best of the past while introducing new sounds and styles. Whether you're a seasoned music lover or just discovering the joys of exploring different genres, there's something for everyone here.

So sit back, relax, and let the music take you on a journey through time. With over 100 tracks to enjoy, you'll be singing along, dancing, and discovering new favourites in no time.

Playlist for 7th August

Track	Year	Catalogue No.
Papa Don't Preach - Madonna	1986	7599205032
Tarzan Boy - Baltimora	1985	DB9102
Ashes to Ashes - David Bowie	1980	BOW6
Wings of a Dove - Madness	1983	BUY181
Help! - Remastered 2015 - The Beatles	1965	R5305
It's Too Late - Carole King	1971	AMS849
Gold - Spandau Ballet	1983	SPAN2
I Don't Like Mondays - The Boomtown Rats	1979	ENY30
Lean on Me - Bill Withers	1972	AMS7004
Dreamtime - Daryl Hall	1986	HALL1
Modern Girl - Sheena Easton	1980	5042
All I Really Want to Do - The Byrds	1965	201796
Running Up That Hill (A Deal With God) - Kate Bush	1985
School's Out - Alice Cooper	1972	K16188
I Got You Babe - Sonny & Cher	1965	AT4035
Let 'Em In - Wings	1976	R6015
Afternoon Delight - Starland Vocal Band	1976	2716
Young Love - Donny Osmond	1973	2006300
Tallyman - Jeff Beck	1967	DB8227
Let Your Yeah Be Yeah - The Pioneers	1971	TR7825
The Winner Takes It All - ABBA	1980	EPC8835
We Don't Have To Take Our Clothes Off - Jermaine Stewart	1986	TEN96
Bankrobber - The Clash	1980	8323
That's the Way - The Honeycombs	1965	7N15890
Never Say Goodbye - Bon Jovi	1987	JOV2
Dreadlock Holiday - 10cc	1978	6008035
Sailing - Rod Stewart	1975	K16600
Red Red Wine - UB40	1983
The Paris Match - The Style Council, Tracey Thorn	1983	TSC3
Chant No. 1 (I Don't Need This Pressure On) - Spandau Ballet	1981	CHS2528
The Ink In The Well - David Sylvian	1984	VS700
One In Ten - UB40	1981	DEP2
Excerpt from a Teenage Opera - Keith West	1967	R5623
Na Na Na - Cozy Powell	1974	180
In the Year 2525 (Exordium & Terminus) - Zager & Evans	1969	1860
A Hard Day's Night - Remastered 2015 - The Beatles	1964	R5160
Glory of Love - Peter Cetera	1986	W8662
One Of These Nights - THE EAGLES	1975	AYM543
Bad Day - Carmel	1983	LON29
Two Tribes - Frankie Goes To Hollywood	1984	ZTAS3
Never Gonna Give You Up - Rick Astley	1987
Rainbow - Peters & Lee	1974	6006406
The Lady In Red - Chris de Burgh	1986	AM331
Rock 'N' Roll Lady - Showaddywaddy	1974	1374
Dear Elaine - Roy Wood	1973	HAR5074
In the Summertime - Mungo Jerry	1970	DNX2502
Give a Little Love - Bay City Rollers	1975	1425
Rainy Night in Georgia - Randy Crawford	1981	K17840
Dr. Beat - Miami Sound Machine	1984	A4614
Green Door - Shakin' Stevens	1981	A1354
All the Young Dudes - Mott The Hoople	1972	8271
Tainted Love - Soft Cell	1981	BZS2
Walk On - Remastered 2015 - Roy Orbison	1968	HLU10206
Get It On - T. Rex	1971	BUG10
A Walk in the Park - Conways, The Nick Straker Band	1980	8525
Fame - Irene Cara	1982	90
Heaven Must Be Missing An Angel - Tavares	1976	CL15876
La Bamba - Los Lobos	1987	LASH13
Money - The Flying Lizards	1979	VS276
Don't Go Breaking My Heart - Elton John	1976	ROKN512
Automatically Sunshine - The Supremes	1972	TMG821
Angelo - Brotherhood of Man	1977	7N45699
Mony Mony - Tommy James & The Shondells	1968	MM567
All You Need Is Love - Remastered 2015 - The Beatles	1967	R5620
Je t'aime moi non plus - Serge Gainsbourg, Jane Birkin	1969	MM645
I Feel Love - Donna Summer	1977	GT100
Passengers - Elton John	1984	EJS5
As Tears Go By - Mono - Marianne Faithfull	1964	F11923
Rock Your Baby - George McCrae	1974	BOY85
Teenage Warning - Angelic Upstarts	1979	K17426
Into the Groove - Madonna	1985	USWB19903035
Annie's Song - John Denver	1974	APBO0295
Sweet Hitch-Hiker - Creedence Clearwater Revival	1971	UP35261
You Really Got Me - The Kinks	1964	KD1
Takes a Little Time - Total Contrast	1985	LON71
With A Girl Like You - The Troggs	1966	TF717
You Make Me Feel (Mighty Real) - Sylvester	1978	FTC160
Always - Atlantic Starr	1987	W8455
Y viva Espana - Sylvia Vrethammar	1974	SON2037
Need Your Love So Bad - Fleetwood Mac	1968
It's A Hard Life - Remastered 2011 - Queen	1984	QUEEN3
The Wonder of You - Elvis Presley, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra	1970	1974
Big Fun - Kool & The Gang	1982	DE7
Unchained Melody - The Righteous Brothers	1965	HL9975
When I Think Of You - Janet Jackson	1986	AM337
Like to Get to Know You Well - Howard Jones	1984	HOW5
Bridge to Your Heart - Wax	1987	PB41405
Good Morning Starshine - Oliver	1969	4435
I Just Can't Stop Loving You (feat. Siedah Garrett) - 2012 Remaster - Michael Jackson, Siedah Garrett	1987	6502027
Give It Up - KC & The Sunshine Band	1983	EPC3017
I Eat Cannibals, Pt. 1 - Toto Coelo	1982	TIC10
British Hustle - Hi-Tension	1978	WIP6446
Things Get Better - Eddie Floyd	1967	601016
Say You Really Want Me - Kim Wilde	1987	KIM6
Standing In The Road - Blackfoot Sue	1972	13
Bangla Desh - Bonus Track - George Harrison	1971	R5912
You keep me hanging' on - Vanilla Fudge	1967	584123
Mr. Tambourine Man - The Byrds	1965	201765
Honky Tonk Women - (Original Single Stereo Version) - The Rolling Stones	1969	USA176910010
Like We Used To Be - Georgie Fame	1965	DB7633

Catalogue Numbers and Amazon links are generated algorithmically and may not necessarily be precisely the same version of the track in the playlist. Good Stuff is an Amazon partner and may earn commission if you purchase tracks from these links.