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The third CD was a treasure trove of new wave and synth-pop goodness, featuring hits from Depeche Mode, The Cure, and Cyndi Lauper. Emily danced around her living room to the infectious beats of "Just Can't Get Enough" and "Girls Just Want to Have Fun", feeling like she was in a time machine.

Originally released in April 2021, this series is a masterclass in curation, assembling the most iconic, rare, and sought-after extended mixes from the 1980s. More than just a compilation, it is a sonic time capsule and a loving tribute to a unique moment in music history when the 12-inch format reigned supreme.

If you are a child of the 80s, this set is your time machine. If you are a younger listener discovering or Depeche Mode for the first time, this serves as a perfect textbook of melody and experimentation.

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To understand the importance of these compilations, one must first appreciate the cultural significance of the 12-inch single. While the 7-inch was the standard for radio, the 12-inch was the canvas for the artist and the producer.

The "Now That's What I Call Music!" franchise digs into the crates of the 1980s to deliver a four-disc anthology dedicated to the extended mix. Now That's What I Call 12" 80s is a celebration of the "Extended Mix," the "12-inch Single," and the era when pop songs were stretched, remixed, and transformed into club anthems.

While the exact tracklist for "Now That's What I Call 12" 80s -4CD" varies by region (UK vs. EU vs. Australia), the following is a representative reconstruction based on similar releases in the series. Each disc typically follows a thematic or chronological arc. The third CD was a treasure trove of

(Released April 16, 2021): The first volume features 47 tracks, including icons like Queen ("Radio Ga Ga" Extended Remix) and New Order ("Blue Monday," the best-selling 12" of all time).

consider these "12-inch" series releases to be essential for collectors of 80s pop who still enjoy physical media. Disc Highlights

So, should you invest in the series?

In 2021, NOW Music expanded its legendary compilation series by diving deep into the golden era of the 12-inch single. Released across two separate four-CD volumes—the self-titled (April 2021) and NOW That’s What I Call 12" 80s: Extended (August 2021)—these collections celebrate the decade when the extended mix became an essential art form. A Collector’s Treasure Trove

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