Absolute 80s live
The UK's 80s radio station.
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About Absolute 80s
Absolute 80s, officially Absolute Radio 80s, is a national digital radio station dedicated to the classic hits of the 1980s. From synth-pop and new wave to power ballads, rock anthems and dancefloor classics, it is one of the UK's most popular decade stations. Searches for absolute 80s radio are hugely popular, and on this page you can listen to Absolute 80s live online for free.
The first of the Absolute decade stations
Absolute 80s launched on 4 December 2009, replacing Absolute Xtreme and taking its London DAB slot, as well as national positions on satellite and cable TV. It was the first of Absolute Radio's decade stations, and its success led to Absolute 60s, 70s, 90s and 00s. Today it is owned by Bauer Media Audio UK, the group behind Magic, KISS, Greatest Hits Radio and Hits Radio, and it is available on national DAB and through the Rayo app.
The sound of the 80s
On Absolute 80s you will hear artists such as Duran Duran, Madonna, Michael Jackson, Prince, Bon Jovi, Depeche Mode, Simple Minds, Tears for Fears, Eurythmics, The Human League, U2, Def Leppard, Cyndi Lauper and Wham!. The playlist mixes number-one singles with album tracks and indie favourites, reflecting Absolute's love of guitar music alongside the pop hits. Presenters share stories and trivia from the decade, and the station is famous for themed weekends and countdowns that bring back the spirit of the eighties.
How to listen to Absolute 80s
Absolute 80s is available on national DAB digital radio, smart speakers, digital TV and the Rayo app. The quickest way is to press play above, and the Absolute 80s live stream starts straight away on your phone, tablet or computer. If you love eighties music, you may also enjoy Heart 80s, Absolute Radio, Greatest Hits Radio, Smooth 80s and Gold Radio UK, all available on our site.
For the greatest songs of the 1980s with a touch of rock and roll attitude, Absolute 80s is the station to turn up.
- 100% free, no sign-up
- Live stream, 24 hours a day
- Listen from anywhere
- Works on phone and computer
How to listen to Absolute 80s live
In 3 simple steps, with nothing to install.
- 01Press play
Click the "Listen live" button at the top of this page.
- 02Wait a moment
The live stream starts loading within a few seconds.
- 03Enjoy
Absolute 80s plays right in your browser, with nothing to install.
Absolute 80s schedule
- Non-Stop Absolute 80s00:00–06:00
- Dave Berry's 80s Breakfast - With Dave Berry, Emma Jones, Glenn Moore & Matt Dyson06:00–10:00
- The 80s No Repeat Guarantee - With Martyn Lee10:00–13:00On now
- The 80s No Repeat Guarantee - With Richie Firth13:00–16:00
- 80s Drive - With Leona Graham16:00–20:00
- Non-Stop Absolute 80s20:00–00:00
Frequently asked questions
Absolute 80s launched on 4 December 2009.
Press play at the top of this page to listen live for free. It is also on national DAB, smart speakers and the Rayo app.
Absolute 80s is owned by Bauer Media Audio UK.
No. Absolute 80s is a digital station, available on DAB and online.
Yes. You can listen to Absolute 80s live for free here on UK Radio Stations, 24 hours a day.
Yes. Absolute 80s plays in your phone’s browser on Android or iPhone — there is no app to install. Just open this page and press play.
Yes. Connect your phone to the car stereo by Bluetooth or cable, open Absolute 80s here on UK Radio Stations and enjoy the live stream on the road.
If the stream does not load, wait a few seconds and press play again — some streams take a moment to connect. You can also refresh the page or try another 80s station meanwhile. UK Radio Stations checks every stream automatically.