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About Nation Radio 80s
Nation Radio 80s is a digital station dedicated to the music of the 1980s. From synth-pop and new romantics to power ballads, rock anthems and dancefloor classics, it plays non-stop eighties hits for listeners across the UK. On this page you can listen to Nation Radio 80s live online for free.
Part of the Nation decades family
Nation Radio 80s is run by Nation Broadcasting, a UK radio group that operates the Nation Radio brand in Wales, England and Scotland, regional stations such as Radio Exe and Dragon Radio, and a suite of digital music services. Alongside its 80s station, Nation runs decade services for the 60s, 70s and 90s, as well as Nation Radio Rocks and Nation Radio Love, and in October 2024 it added Nation Classic Hits. Nation's stations are available on DAB in various parts of the UK and through the Nation Player app.
The sound of the 80s
The Nation 80s playlist is packed with the songs that made the decade: Duran Duran, Madonna, Michael Jackson, Wham!, Queen, Bon Jovi, Depeche Mode, Tears for Fears, Simple Minds, Whitney Houston, Culture Club, Eurythmics and many more. Expect chart-topping pop, new wave and synth classics, stadium rock, power ballads and the dance hits that filled school discos and clubs. It is a feel-good trip back in time for anyone who grew up in the eighties and a great introduction to the decade's music for younger listeners, perfect for parties, the car or the kitchen.
How to listen to Nation Radio 80s
Nation Radio 80s is available on DAB digital radio in some areas, on the Nation Player app and online. The easiest way is to press play above, and the Nation Radio 80s live stream starts straight away on your phone, tablet or computer, with no app or sign-up needed. If you love this decade, you may also enjoy Heart 80s, Absolute 80s, Mix 80s, Smooth 80s and Greatest Hits Radio, all available on our site.
For the greatest songs of the 1980s, Nation Radio 80s is a non-stop nostalgia trip.
- 100% free, no sign-up
- Live stream, 24 hours a day
- Listen from anywhere, at 128 kbps
- Works on phone and computer
How to listen to Nation Radio 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
Nation Radio 80s plays right in your browser, with nothing to install.
Frequently asked questions
Nation Radio 80s plays 1980s hits, including pop, synth-pop, new wave, rock and dance classics.
Nation Radio 80s is run by Nation Broadcasting.
Press play at the top of this page to listen live for free. It is also on DAB in some areas and the Nation Player app.
Yes. Nation also runs stations for the 60s, 70s and 90s, plus Nation Radio Rocks, Nation Radio Love and Nation Classic Hits.
Yes. You can listen to Nation Radio 80s live for free here on UK Radio Stations, 24 hours a day.
Yes. Nation Radio 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 Nation Radio 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.