Greatest Hits Radio 80s
The Good Times of the 1980s
Listen live to Greatest Hits Radio 80s, Bauer's dedicated 1980s station playing classic pop, rock, synth-pop, new wave and feel-good favourites from one of radio's biggest decades.
About Greatest Hits Radio 80s
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Frequencies & locations:
- DAB+ – Available on DAB+ digital radio in supported UK areas.
- Smart Speaker – Available on smart speakers by asking for Greatest Hits Radio 80s.
- Online – Listen live online through Radio Player UK.
Greatest Hits Radio 80s is Bauer's dedicated station for the music of the 1980s, giving listeners a focused stream of classic hits from a decade packed with pop giants, synth hooks, stadium rock, new wave, soul, power ballads and feel-good radio favourites. It sits within the Greatest Hits Radio family, but keeps the playlist centred on the 80s rather than spreading across multiple decades.
The station works because the 1980s are ridiculous in the best possible way: Queen, George Michael, Madonna, Bon Jovi, Eurythmics, Whitney Houston, Duran Duran, Fleetwood Mac, Prince, Tina Turner, Phil Collins and loads more can all sit naturally in the same decade. That gives Greatest Hits Radio 80s a broader sound than a narrow oldies playlist while still staying firmly locked to one era.
Greatest Hits Radio 80s is a strong fit for listeners who want classic 80s music without drifting into 70s, 90s or general greatest hits territory. The station has the warm, familiar branding of Greatest Hits Radio, but the decade focus makes it more useful for anyone specifically searching for 80s radio, synth-pop, new wave classics, big ballads, rock anthems or feel-good retro hits.
Notable Presenters & Shows: Steve K presents the biggest songs of the 1980s during the day, Jo Russell hosts afternoon programming with more 80s favourites, and Non Stop 80s keeps the station focused on uninterrupted music from the decade. The station also sits within the wider Greatest Hits Radio family, where names such as Ken Bruce, Simon Mayo and Jackie Brambles are strongly associated with the brand.
Notable shows & presenters are:
- Steve K: Daytime presenter on Greatest Hits Radio 80s, playing the biggest songs of the 1980s.
- Jo Russell: Afternoon presenter on Greatest Hits Radio 80s, playing major 80s favourites.
- Non Stop 80s: Music-led programming focused on uninterrupted songs from the 1980s.
- Ken Bruce: Part of the wider Greatest Hits Radio presenter family, best known on the network for PopMaster and familiar daytime radio.
- Simon Mayo: Part of the wider Greatest Hits Radio presenter family, known for The Simon Mayo Drivetime Show.
- Jackie Brambles: Greatest Hits Radio presenter associated with Great Conversations and wider network programming.
Contact Information
Official website:
https://www.hellorayo.co.uk/greatest-hits-radio-80s/
Studio:
0333 20 20 402
Postal address:
The Lantern
75 Hampstead Road
London
NW1 2PL
United Kingdom
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/greatesthitsuk
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatesthitsuk/
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Greatest Hits Radio 80s FAQ
What is Greatest Hits Radio 80s?
Greatest Hits Radio 80s is a Bauer Media Audio UK station dedicated to music from the 1980s, including classic pop, rock, synth-pop, new wave, power ballads and feel-good hits.
Can I listen to Greatest Hits Radio 80s live online?
Yes. You can listen to Greatest Hits Radio 80s live online through Radio Player UK using the player on this page.
Is Greatest Hits Radio 80s available on DAB?
Yes. Greatest Hits Radio 80s launched as a DAB+ station and is available in supported UK areas, as well as online and through smart speakers.
Who presents on Greatest Hits Radio 80s?
Greatest Hits Radio 80s includes presenters and shows such as Steve K, Jo Russell and Non Stop 80s, alongside the wider Greatest Hits Radio family of presenters.
What music does Greatest Hits Radio 80s play?
Greatest Hits Radio 80s plays music from the 1980s, including pop, rock, synth-pop, new wave, soul, power ballads and feel-good favourites from the decade.