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Kick The 80's

Kick The 80's

Geoff Dorsett takes from you back to the 80's with legendary music and interviews from the artist who created them.

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Geoff Dorsett and The Story of 1981
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Kick Up The 80s is back, and this time, Geoff Dorsett is turning the dial to 1981! Get ready for a deep dive into one of the most unforgettable years in music history. From the rise of synth-pop and new wave to rock anthems and classic ballads, 1981 had it all—and Geoff has the perfect soundtrack to take you there.

Expect chart-topping hits from the biggest names of the era, hidden gems you forgot you loved, and the fascinating stories behind the songs and artists that defined a generation. Whether you were there the first time around or discovering the magic of the 80s for the first time, Kick Up The 80s delivers an unmissable trip down memory lane.

So dust off your cassette tapes, turn up the volume, and let Geoff Dorsett bring the best of 1981 straight to your speakers—because the 80s never go out of style!


Geoff has another 2 great interviews just for you
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Kick Up The 80s is back, and this time, Geoff is mixing things and still embracing the unforgettable energy of the 80s, bringing you the very best interviews and classic tracks from two of the most iconic decades in music history.

From the synth-driven sounds and anthemic rock of the 80s to the Britpop explosion, grunge revolution, and dancefloor classics of the 80s, Geoff curates an unmissable selection of songs that defined a generation. Expect fascinating conversations with artists, insiders, and special guests who lived through the music, along with deep dives into the stories behind the songs that shaped the charts.

Whether you're reliving your youth or discovering these legendary eras for the first time, Kick Up The 80s delivers a nostalgic, high-energy journey through the greatest hits and hidden gems of the past. Tune in and turn it up!


Geoff's Brit Parade Part 2
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Get ready for another electrifying episode of Kick Up The 80's, where Geoff takes you on a nostalgic ride through one of the most iconic decades in music history. This week, it’s time for The Brit Parade Part 2, a continuation of his deep dive into the very best of Britain’s 80s music scene.

Geoff has carefully curated a playlist that captures the energy, passion, and innovation of British music during the 1980s. Along the way, he shares fascinating stories, little-known trivia, and his own insights into what made these songs and artists so unforgettable.

Whether you grew up with these tunes or are discovering them for the first time, Kick Up The 80's is your ultimate destination for all things 80s. So dust off your leg warmers, tease up your hair, and turn up the volume, it’s time to relive the magic of the Brit Parade with Geoff. Don't miss it!