VA - The 100 Greatest Songs of NME in the 1980s [2021] (7 x CDs)

NME PART 4

VA - The 100 Greatest Songs of NME in the 1980s [2021] (7 x CDs)

NME (New Musical Express) has been a prominent force in the British music industry since its inception on 7th March 1952. Founder Theodore Ingham created the publication as a newspaper reporting on music news, reviews, and interviews. It quickly became the go-to source for music lovers in the UK and beyond, with a focus on rock and roll and other popular genres. 

Over the years, NME has adapted to changing technologies and trends in the industry, shifting from a print magazine to a digital platform. Its website is now one of the most popular music journalism sites in the world, featuring breaking news, reviews, interviews, and more.

In March 2012, NME marked its 60th anniversary by compiling a list of the best tracks of each decade, showcasing the magazine's long history of supporting and championing influential music. The lists were a reflection of the magazine's focus on promoting new and exciting artists and sounds throughout its six decades of existence.

The selection process for the lists was extensive, with the magazine's writers weighing the influence, popularity, and impact of each track in its respective decade. The final lists were published on NME.com, and each decade featured a top 100 songs, representing a broad range of genres and styles.  Some of the standout tracks from the lists include Elvis Presley's "Heartbreak Hotel" from the 1950s, The Beatles' "A Day in the Life" from the 1960s, Joy Division's "Love Will Tear Us Apart" from the 1970s, Nirvana's "Smells Like Teen Spirit" from the 1990s, and The Strokes' "Last Nite" from the 2000s. These tracks are a testament to the magazine's role in shaping music culture and influencing generations of music lovers.

NME's influence on the British music industry and beyond cannot be overstated. Its coverage of emerging artists and new sounds has been instrumental in shaping popular culture for over six decades. As the publication continues to evolve with the times, its impact on the music world is sure to endure. 

This series will be presented in 5 Parts. 

Compiled as always using the very latest and highest quality digital remasters, with a considerable number of tracks sourced from the original master tapes for superior sound quality and enjoyment.

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Track lists

CD1

01 New Order - Blue Monday (Original 1983 12" Single Version) 7:28

02 Joy Division - Love Will Tear Us Apart (Original 1980 7" Single Version) 3:28

03 The Smiths - How Soon Is Now (Original 1985 12" Single Version) 6:47

04 Talking Heads - Once in a Lifetime 4:20

05 The Specials Feat. Rico - Ghost Town (Original 1981 12" Extended Single Version) 6:03

06 Prince & The Revolution - When Doves Cry (Original 1984 12" Single Version) 5:53

07 Neneh Cherry - Buffalo Stance (Original 1988 12" Extended Single Mix) 5:43

08 The Cure - In Between Days 2:58

09 New Order - Bizarre Love Triangle (Original 1986 12" Extended Dance Mix) 6:43

10 Eric B. & Rakim - Paid in Full (Seven Minutes of Madness: The Coldcut Remix) 7:07

11 The Human League - Love Action (I Believe in Love) 5:01

12 The Stone Roses - Fools Gold (Original 1989 12" Single Version) 9:53

CD2

13 The Jesus And Mary Chain - April Skies (Original 1987 12" Long Version) 4:01

14 The Smiths - This Charming Man 2:43

15 Pet Shop Boys - It's a Sin (Original 1987 7" Single Version) 4:59

16 Pixies - Debaser 2:51

17 Bon Jovi - Livin' on a Prayer 4:10

18 Michael Jackson - Billie Jean (Original 1983 7" Single Version) 4:53

19 Joy Division - Atmosphere 4:09

20 Salt-n-pepa - Push It (Original 1987 UK 7" Radio Edit) 3:27

21 This Mortal Coil - Song to the Siren 3:31

22 Dinosaur Jr. - Freak Scene 3:37

23 Nick Cave And The Bad Seeds - The Mercy Seat (Original 1988 12" Single Version) 7:17

24 The Jesus And Mary Chain - Just Like Honey 3:01

25 Public Enemy - Don't Believe the Hype 5:18

26 David Bowie - Ashes to Ashes 4:26

27 The Pogues Feat. Kirsty Maccoll - Fairytale of New York 4:32

28 The Sugarcubes - Birthday 4:00

29 The Jam - That's Entertainment (Original 1981 7" Single Version) 3:32

CD3

30 Pet Shop Boys Feat. Dusty Springfield - What Have I Done to Deserve This? (Original 1987 7" Single Version) 4:23

31 New Order - Temptation (Original 1982 12" Single Version) 8:56

32 The Stone Roses - Made of Stone 4:16

33 Madonna - Like a Prayer (Original 1989 7" Single Version) 5:41

34 The Smiths - There Is a Light That Never Goes Out 4:02

35 N.W.A. - Straight Outta Compton 4:17

36 R.E.M. - The One I Love 3:17

37 AC/DC - Back in Black 4:15

38 Run-DMC Feat. Aerosmith - Walk This Way 5:11

39 Echo & The Bunnymen - The Killing Moon 5:45

40 Happy Mondays - Hallelujah (Original 1989 12" Club Mix) 6:27

41 Dexys Midnight Runners - Come On Eileen (Original 1982 UK 7" Single Version) 4:12

42 Cameo - Word Up! 4:20

43 Kate Bush - Hounds of Love 3:02

44 Morrissey - Everyday Is Like Sunday 3:33

CD4

45 Don Henley - The Boys of Summer 4:46

46 Pixies - Monkey Gone to Heaven 2:54

47 Grace Jones - Pull Up to the Bumper (Original 1981 12" Long Version) 5:46

48 Prince - Sign o' the Times (Original 1987 12" Single Version) 4:56

49 My Bloody Valentine - You Made Me Realise 3:44

50 M|a|r|r|s - Pump Up the Volume (Original 1987 UK 12" Single Version) 6:47

51 The Jam - Going Underground 2:53

52 Bruce Springsteen - The River 5:01

53 The Cure - Just Like Heaven (Bob Clearmountain 1987 7" Remix) 3:32

54 808 State - Pacific State (Original 1989 'Quadrastate' 12" Single Version) 6:29

55 Frankie Goes To Hollywood - Two Tribes (Original 1984 'Annihilation' First 12" Mix) 9:08

56 Soul II Soul - Back to Life (However Do You Want Me) (Original 1989 12" Club Mix) 7:41

57 The Psychedelic Furs - Pretty in Pink (Original 1981 Steve Lillywhite  7" Single Version) 4:00

CD5

58 Bomb The Bass - Beat Dis (Original 1987 Beat Dis 12" Extended Dis) 5:57

59 Iron Maiden - Run to the Hills 3:54

60 Guns N' Roses - Sweet Child o' Mine 5:55

61 The Waterboys - The Whole of the Moon 5:01

62 The Sundays - Can't Be Sure 3:23

63 Depeche Mode - Never Let Me Down Again (Original 1987 Main 12" Remix 'Split Mix') 9:33

64 Nirvana - About a Girl (Original 1989 'Bleach' Studio Version) 2:48

65 Grandmaster & Melle Mel - White Lines (Don't Don't Do It) (Original 1983 12" Long Single Version) 7:36

66 U2 - With or Without You 4:56

67 Duran Duran - Rio 5:37

68 Sonic Youth - Teen Age Riot 6:57

69 Metallica - Master of Puppets 8:34

CD6

70 Talking Heads - Road to Nowhere 4:20

71 Queen & David Bowie - Under Pressure 3:56

72 The Clash - Rock the Casbah 3:42

73 The Fall - Hit the North, Pt. 1 4:00

74 Orange Juice - Rip It Up (Original 1983 7" Single Version) 3:46

75 Dead Kennedys - Too Drunk to Fuck 2:41

76 Simple Minds - Don't You (Forget About Me) (Original 1985 12" Extended Single Version) 6:36

77 De La Soul - The Magic Number (Original 1989 12" Extended 1-2-3 Mix) 5:29

78 Faith No More - We Care a Lot 4:03

79 Cyndi Lauper - Time After Time 4:03

80 S'express - Theme from S-Express (Original 1988 UK 12" Platform 1 Mix) 6:03

81 Van Halen - Jump 4:04

82 The Stone Roses - She Bangs the Drums (Original 1989 7" Single Mix) 3:42

83 James - Sit Down (Original 1989 Rough Trade 12" Extended Single Version) 8:32

84 Soft Cell - Tainted Love (Original 1981 7" Single Version) 2:40

CD7

85 Womack & Womack - Teardrops (Original 1988 12" Extended Remix) 7:36

86 Madness - House of Fun 2:45

87 Blondie - Atomic 4:40

88 Bruce Springsteen - Atlantic City 4:00

89 Lil Louis - French Kiss (Original 1989 12" Original Mix) 10:02

90 Primal Scream - Velocity Girl 1:23

91 Inxs - Need You Tonight (Original 1987 7" Single Version) 3:03

92 Fleetwood Mac - Everywhere 3:43

93 The Clash - Should I Stay or Should I Go 3:09

94 Starship - Nothing's Gonna Stop Us Now 4:29

95 Elvis Costello And The Attractions - Shipbuilding 4:53

96 Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark - Enola Gay 3:31

97 Pixies - Where Is My Mind? 3:51

98 Dead Or Alive - You Spin Me Round (Like a Record) (Original 1984 12" Performance Mix) 7:27

99 The Clash - Straight to Hell 5:30

100 Paul Simon - Graceland 4:51

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