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How well do you know the music of Sister Sledge, Brother Beyond, Doop, Spooky, Debbie Gibson, United Future Organization, The Reese Project, Grid, Pandora’s Box, Mc Tunes vs 808 State, Clubhouse, Robert Palmer
? Take our 12-track quiz.
How well do you know the music of Robert Palmer, Steve ‘Silk’ Hurley, Living In A Box, Tears For Fears, The Christians, The Cure, Fiction Factory, Bronski Beat, Frankie Goes To Hollywood, Billy Idol, Michael Jackson, Spandau Ballet
? Take our 12-track quiz.
How well do you know the music of Robert Palmer’s *Riptide* kicks off with its theatrical title track before giving way to hits like the bold funk-rock anthem “Addicted to Love.” ABBA’s “SOS” melds heartbreak with lush pop production, while Eurythmics’ “Here Comes the Rain Again” blends orchestral strings with electronic melancholy. Teena Marie’s “Lovergirl” confidently straddles R&B and synth-pop, and Gladys Knight & The Pips’ “Love Overboard” keeps things polished with late-’80s charm. Meanwhile, Eartha Kitt’s disco-fueled “Where Is My Man” revels in playful decadence, and Mötley Crüe’s haunting ballad “You’re All I Need” pairs soft melodies with dark, unsettling lyrics. Each track captures its own slice of its decade’s musical evolution.? Take our 12-track quiz.
From Bryan Adams, Sting, and Rod Stewart’s anthemic collaboration “All For Love” to Mariah Carey’s emotive “Can’t Let Go,” the text revisits tracks packed with drama and sentiment. Emilia’s “Big Big World” keeps it simple and heartfelt, while Ace of Base’s “Lucky Love” mixes acoustic charm with pop hooks. Gloria Estefan’s club-ready “Don’t Let This Moment End” pulses with optimism, and Robert Palmer reshapes Marvin Gaye classics in “Mercy Mercy Me/I Want You.” “Take Me Up” by Scotch embraces ’80s Italo disco flair, while Billie Ray Martin’s “Your Loving Arms” delivers a house hit layered with longing and energy.
Katrina and The Waves’ “Que Te Quiero” pairs breezy instrumentation with heartfelt sincerity, while Dire Straits’ “Walk of Life” offers a feel-good, keyboard-driven charm that refuses to take itself too seriously. Bruce Willis’s quirky “Comin’ Right Up” leans into playful pop-rock energy, and Slade’s anthemic hit “My Oh My” delivers glam-tinged balladry with wintry theatrics. Robert Palmer’s “She Makes My Day” exudes romantic elegance, contrasting sharply with The Cross’s bold, funky swagger in “Shove It.” The Waterboys’ “Fisherman’s Blues” merges Celtic folk with wistful emotions, and Simple Minds’ “Waterfront” pulses with raw, urban reinvention. Cheap Trick’s “The Flame” soars as a polished power ballad, and Mike + The Mechanics’ “The Living Years” hits an emotional nerve with its reflective softness. Joe Jackson’s “It’s Different for Girls” cuts through romantic clichés with sharp lyricism, crafting thoughtful musical introspection.
How well do you know the music of Toto Coelo, Robert Palmer, Bucks Fizz, Culture Club, Classix Nouveaux, Spandau Ballet, Chris De Burgh, The Buggles, Tina Turner, The Human League, Morrissey, Arcadia
? Take our 12-track quiz.
How well do you know the music of The Blue Nile, New Order, Hot Chocolate, The House Of Love, Robert Palmer, Shakatak, David Grant & Jaki Graham, Danny Wilson, Midge Ure, Climie Fisher, The Temptations, Bucks Fizz
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How well do you know the music of Robert Palmer, Leonard Cohen, Art Garfunkel, , Neil Diamond, Bryan Adams, Caetano Veloso, Tom Yorke, Bob Dylan, Robbie Williams, Billy Idol, Hunter Hayes
? Take our 12-track quiz.