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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 Summer Playlist

As the sun shines brightly and the temperatures soar, we're celebrating the best of summer with a playlist that's guaranteed to get you in the mood for fun in the sun. From classic hits of the 60s, 70s, 80s, and 90s, this playlist is a nostalgic trip through the decades, featuring iconic tracks that evoke the carefree spirit of summer.

We're kicking off with some of the earliest hits of the summer season, with songs like "In the Summertime" by Mungo Jerry and "Silence Is Golden" by The Tremeloes, which transport us back to a time of flower power and free love. The 1970s bring us anthems like "Metal Guru" by T. Rex and "Stand and Deliver" by Adam & The Ants, which showcase the era's eclectic mix of glam rock, punk, and new wave.

The 1980s are well-represented, with chart-toppers like "Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go" by Wham! and "Every Breath You Take" by The Police, which dominated the airwaves with their catchy hooks and synth-heavy beats. We're also throwing in some timeless classics like "I Don't Want to Talk About It" by Rod Stewart and "You'll Never Walk Alone" by The Crowd, which continue to inspire new generations of music lovers.

From disco-infused hits like "Rivers of Babylon" by Boney M. to upbeat party anthems like "I Wanna Dance with Somebody" by Whitney Houston, this playlist has something for everyone. We're also including some of the era's most iconic ballads, like "She's Out of My Life" by Michael Jackson and "Behind A Painted Smile" by The Isley Brothers, which showcase the artists' vocal range and emotional depth.

As the playlist winds down, we're ending with some of the most enduring hits of the summer season, including "Don't Dream It's Over" by Crowded House and "Is This Love" by Whitesnake. Whether you're lounging by the pool, hosting a backyard BBQ, or simply cruising with the windows down, this playlist is the perfect companion for a summer of fun and adventure.

Playlist for 31st May

Track	Year	Catalogue No.
Oh What a Shame - Roy Wood	1975	754
Iko Iko - Natasha	1982	TOW22
I Wanna Dance with Somebody (Who Loves Me) - David Solomon Remix - Whitney Houston, David Solomon	1987	USAR10000249
Don't Dream It's Over - Crowded House	1987	USCA28600048
Never Say Die - Black Sabbath	1978	SAB001
Hold On To My Love - Jimmy Ruffin	1980	57
Chequered Love - Kim Wilde	1981	330
Cant Get Enough - Bad Company	1974	WIP6191
The Reflex - Duran Duran	1984	DURAN2
Stand and Deliver - Adam & The Ants	1981	A1065
Body Talk - Imagination	1981	RBS201
You're My World - Cilla Black	1964	R5133
I Want Your Sex, Pt. 2 - George Michael	1987	LUST1
Nothing's Gonna Stop Us Now - Starship	1987	FB49757
In the Summertime - Mungo Jerry	1970	DNX2502
Heaven Knows I'm Miserable Now - The Smiths	1984	RT156
If Leaving Me Is Easy - Phil Collins	1981	VS423
China Girl - David Bowie	1983	EA157
Walking the Dog - The Dennisons	1964	F11880
Pictures Of Lily - The Who	1967	604002
You Took the Words Right Out of My Mouth - Meat Loaf	1978	EPC5980
Young Girl - The Union Gap, Gary Puckett	1968	3365
The Son of Hickory Holler's Tramp - O.C. Smith	1968	3343
Ultimatum (I Ate 'em) - Gradient	1969	R5777
All Stood Still - Ultravox	1981	CHS2522
Automatic - The Pointer Sisters	1984	RPS105
Help Me, Rhonda - The Beach Boys	1965	CL15392
Behind A Painted Smile - The Isley Brothers	1969	TMG693
Invisible Touch - Genesis	1986	GENS1
Groovin' - The Young Rascals	1967	584111
Behind The Groove - Teena Marie	1980	TMG1185
Does Your Mother Know - ABBA	1979	EPC7316
God Save The Queen - Sex Pistols	1977	VS181
Every Breath You Take - The Police	1983
Goody Two Shoes - Adam Ant	1982	A2367
Knock Three Times - The Dawn	1971	1146
Bette Davis Eyes - Kim Carnes	1981	EA121
I'm Not In Love - 10 CC	1975	6008014
Over Under Sideways Down - The Mono Album - The Yardbirds	1966
You're No Good - The Swinging Blue Jeans	1964	POP1304
Is This Love - Whitesnake	1987	EM3
Take Me Bak 'Ome - Slade	1972	2058231
Up The Junction - Squeeze	1979	AMS7444
19 - Paul Hardcastle	1985	CHS2860
A Whiter Shade Of Pale - Procol Harum	1967	DM126
I Don't Want to Talk About It - Rod Stewart	1977	7
Metal Guru - T. Rex	1972	MARC1
Dancing On The Floor (Hooked On Love) - Third World	1981	A1214
Teddy Bear - Red Sovine	1981	SD142
See My Baby Jive - Wizzard	1973	HAR5070
Too Good To Be Forgotten - Amazulu	1986	IS284
Susanna - The Art Company	1984	A4174
Do I Do - Stevie Wonder	1982	TMG1269
Show You the Way to Go - The Jacksons	1977	EPC5266
Only When You Leave - Spandau Ballet	1984	SPAN3
House of Fun - 2009 Remaster - Madness	1982
Nasty - Janet Jackson	1986	AM316
Dark Is the Night - Shakatak	1983	POSP595
Venus - Bananarama	1986	NANA10
Guilty - Various Artists	1974	1352
Don't Bring Me Down - The Animals	1966	F12407
Sunday Girl - Remastered 2001 - Blondie	1979	CHS2320
Change of Heart - Change	1984	YZ7
Dancing in the City - Marshall Hain	1978	HAR5157
Live And Let Die - Wings	1973	R5987
Candy Girl - New Edition	1983	LON21
I Still Haven't Found What I'm Looking For - Remastered 2007 - U2	1987	IS328
I'll Take You There - The Staple Singers	1972	2025110
21st Century Boy - Sigue Sigue Sputnik	1986	SSS2
Stand By Your Man - Various Artists	1975	EPC7137
Paint It, Black - The Rolling Stones	1966	LON264
Johnny Come Home - Fine Young Cannibals	1985	LON68
Tonight's the Night (Gonna Be Alright) [with The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra] - Rod Stewart, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra	1976	3
Whispering Grass - Windsor Davies, Don Estelle	1975	2290
Farewell My Summer Love - Michael Jackson	1984	TMG1342
Breaking the Law - Judas Priest	1980	8644
Temptation - Heaven 17	1983	VS570
Let's Stick Together - Bryan Ferry	1976	WIP6307
Silence Is Golden - The Tremeloes	1967	2723
Star Trekkin' - The Firm	1987	TREK1
Frankie - Sister Sledge	1985	A9547
Vehicle - The Ides Of March	1970	WB7378
Wanna Be Startin' Somethin' - Michael Jackson	1983	A3427
You'll Never Walk Alone - The Crowd	1985	BRAD1
Rivers of Babylon - Boney M.	1978	K11120
Long Live Love - Sandie Shaw	1965	7N15841
The Ballad Of John And Yoko - Remastered 2015 - The Beatles	1969	R5786
Boy - Lulu	1968	DB8425
Mirror in the Bathroom - The Beat	1980	FEET2
She's Out of My Life - Michael Jackson	1980	EPC8384
Mind Blowing Decisions - Heatwave	1978	GT226
Crazy for You - Madonna	1985	USWB19903825
Jungle Fever - The Chakachas	1972	2121064
Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go - Wham!	1984	A4440
You're Gonna Get Next to Me - Bo Kirkland, Ruth Davis	1977	INT532
Sugar Baby Love - The Rubettes	1974	2058442
Also Sprach Zarathustra - Deodato	1973	4000
Lovin' Things - Marmalade	1968	3412
Forget Me Nots - Patrice Rushen	1982	K13173
What's Another Year - Johnny Logan	1980	EPC8572

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