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Smooth 80s
Always The Best 80s Music Mix
Smooth 80s is a UK digital radio station from the Smooth Radio family, dedicated to the best music from the 1980s. It brings together classic 80s pop, soul, soft rock and feel-good favourites in a relaxed Smooth-style format.
About Smooth 80s
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Frequencies & locations:
- Online – Listen to Smooth 80s live online through Radio Player UK.
- Digital – Smooth 80s is a digital Smooth Radio spin-off service focused on music from the 1980s.
Smooth 80s focuses on one of the most recognisable decades in pop music, with a playlist shaped around familiar 1980s songs and artists. The station’s sound fits listeners who want the warmth of classic 80s radio without the heavier pace of rock-led or dance-heavy throwback stations.
The station is especially strong for softer 80s hits, melodic pop, smooth soul and adult contemporary favourites. Rather than trying to cover every corner of the decade, Smooth 80s keeps the mood polished and easy to listen to, making it useful for workdays, evenings, background listening and long sessions.
As part of the wider Smooth Radio family, Smooth 80s carries the same relaxed brand feel as the main Smooth service while giving listeners a tighter decade-specific choice. It works well for people searching for 80s radio, classic 80s songs, easy listening 80s music and a smoother alternative to louder retro formats.
Notable shows & presenters are:
- Smooth 80s: A dedicated Smooth Radio music service playing the best 1980s music mix, centred on classic 80s pop, soul, soft rock and easy listening favourites.
- Jenni Falconer: A key Smooth Radio presenter, associated with Smooth Breakfast and the wider Smooth family’s warm, relaxed morning sound.
- Kate Garraway: Presents weekday mornings on Smooth Radio, bringing a familiar voice and easy listening feel to the network.
- Angie Greaves: Hosts The Smooth Drive Home on the main Smooth Radio service, with a relaxed music-led style suited to the Smooth brand.
- Myleene Klass: Presents on Smooth Radio with a polished weekend style and a playlist built around familiar favourites.
- Paul Phear: Presents afternoon programming on Smooth and is associated with the station’s softer, music-first sound.
- The Smooth Late Show: A late-night Smooth show, presented by names such as Danny Pietroni and Martin Collins on the wider Smooth schedule.
- Gary King: Presents Early Breakfast on Smooth, bringing a calm, familiar start to the day across the wider Smooth schedule.
- Tina Hobley: Part of Smooth’s presenter line-up, known for a calm, friendly style that fits the network’s easy listening audience.
- Margherita Taylor: A Smooth presenter with a relaxed, polished sound across the wider Smooth Radio family.
Contact Information
Studio email:
customer.support@global.com
Customer Support:
0333 200 2000
Postal address:
Smooth 80s
30 Leicester Square
London
WC2H 7LA
United Kingdom
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/smooth.radio
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/smoothradio
X / Twitter: https://x.com/smoothradio
Smooth 80s FAQ
What type of music does Smooth 80s play?
Smooth 80s plays music from the 1980s, including classic 80s pop, smooth soul, soft rock, adult contemporary favourites and easy listening songs.
Can I listen to Smooth 80s live on Radio Player UK?
Yes. You can listen to Smooth 80s live on Radio Player UK using the player on this page.
Is Smooth 80s part of Smooth Radio?
Yes. Smooth 80s is part of the wider Smooth Radio family and focuses specifically on music from the 1980s.
Does Smooth 80s only play 80s music?
Smooth 80s is built around a 1980s music format, with a focus on familiar songs, classic hits and smoother favourites from the decade.
Where is Smooth 80s based?
Smooth 80s is part of Global and is based at 30 Leicester Square, London, WC2H 7LA.