NOW Releases Comprehensive Compilation: 12″ 80s: 1984 Part Two
By HiFi Editorial24 February 2026
Key Highlights
Features 46 extended, full-length, and remixed tracks from iconic 1984 artists like Wham! and Culture Club.
Includes rare extended mixes, such as Paul McCartney’s "No More Lonely Nights" debuting on CD.
Highlights preserved energy and depth of 12″ versions for superior sound quality.
NOW continues its dedication to 1980s dance and pop with the release of NOW 12″ 80s: 1984 Part Two, a comprehensive 4CD set featuring 46 extended, full-length, and remixed tracks. Building on the success of Part One released in January, this collection delves deeper into the vibrant soundscape of 1984, showcasing a blend of global chart-toppers and club anthems that defined the era.
The compilation includes iconic extended mixes from renowned artists such as Wham!, Culture Club, Nena, Eurythmics, New Order, and Duran Duran. Noteworthy entries feature the 8.10 Extended Mix of Paul McCartney’s “No More Lonely Nights,” marking its CD debut, and Elton John’s “Passengers (Extended Remix).” Additionally, the set presents the early 1984 extended mix of the Thompson Twins’ “Lay Your Hands On Me,” co-produced by Alex Sadkin, offering a distinctive take before Nile Rodgers' later iteration.
