Va - Now That-s What I Call 12-- 80s -4cd- -202... Official

Album: VA - Now That's What I Call 12" 80s Year: 2023 Format: 4CD

Description: This compilation is a nostalgic journey through the golden era of extended mixes. Part of the highly popular "Now That's What I Call Music!" spin-off series, 12" 80s focuses on the long-form versions of classic hits that defined dance floors and radio airwaves during the 1980s.

Featuring a total of 47 tracks across four discs, the album includes extended remixes and 12-inch versions of iconic songs by legendary artists such as Duran Duran, ABC, Dead Or Alive, and Joy Division. It serves as a definitive collection for audiophiles and fans of 80s pop culture, highlighting the era's distinct production styles and the art of the extended remix. VA - Now That-s What I Call 12-- 80s -4CD- -202...

VA – Now That's What I Call 12" 80s (4CD) (2023)

Here is a solid article-style overview based on that release: Album: VA - Now That's What I Call

The "202..." Mystery: Which Edition Are You Buying?

The trailing "-202..." in your keyword suggests an incomplete or placeholder year. Here is a quick guide to recent releases:

  • 2020: Now That's What I Call 12" 80s (First edition, 4CD, cat# CDNNNOW12). Featured 72 tracks. Received praise for including the 12" mix of "Smalltown Boy" by Bronski Beat.
  • 2022: Now That's What I Call 12" 80s: Second Spin (4CD, cat# CDNNNOW122). Added more rare mixes like "Fade to Grey" by Visage (12" version).
  • 2024: Now That's What I Call 12" 80s: Extended Edition (4CD+Blu-ray). Includes 5.1 surround mixes. This is likely the "202..." referenced, as 2024 saw a surge in physical media collector's editions.

When searching, ensure you are not buying the 2CD "sampler" or the "Digital only" version. The true -4CD- box has a spine thickness of approximately 2 cm and a slipcase. The "202

Sound Quality

As an unofficial release, sound sources vary: some tracks are needle-drops from original vinyl, others are CD-ripped from official 12" reissues. Quality ranges from good to very good – acceptable for casual listening or nostalgia DJ prep.

CD1: The Dancefloor Dawn (1980–1983)

  • The gap between disco and hi-NRG.
  • "Don’t You Want Me" (Extended Dance Mix) – The Human League
  • "Tainted Love" (12" Mix) – Soft Cell
  • "Poison Arrow" (12" Remix) – ABC
  • "Love Action (I Believe in Love)" (12" Version) – The Human League
  • "Planet Rock" (12" Version) – Afrika Bambaataa & Soulsonic Force

Final Verdict: 9/10

  • Audio: 9/10
  • Packaging: 8/10
  • Tracklist depth: 9/10
  • Historical value: 10/10