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NOW Music is proud to present the third in our ongoing series of vinyl compilations, NOW Thats What I Call 80s Dancefloor. Each edition features an essential collection of tracks representing key genres of 1980s Dance music. This volume, featuring 30 tracks across 2 LPs pressed on flaming yellow and orange vinyl, presents the best from the era of Soul and Disco.The first LP kicks off with Tina Turner039s landmark remake of Let039s Stay Together, a testament to her timeless vocal prowess. Jocelyn Browns Somebody Elses Guy, brings a fabulous fusion of Funk and Soul, followed by Gwen Guthries anthem Aint Nothin Goin On But The Rent. Womack and Womack039s Teardrops blend of captivating lyrics and rhythm, leads into Joyce Sims039 Come Into My Life, before the Stock Aitken Waterman written and produced Say Im Your Number One from Princess. Loose Ends039 Hangin039 On A String offers a smooth, jazzinfused sound, echoed by Will Downing039s very first hit, A Love Supreme, which closes this side.Side B takes you on a whirlwind trip around the dancefloor with Whitney Houston039s How Will I Know, showcasing her stellar vocal range. Alexander O039Neals Criticize and Aretha Franklin039s Who039s Zoomin039 Who bring a blend of irresistible beats. Lionel Richie039s Dancing On The Ceiling makes you want to move, and Laura Branigans Self Control, alongside Imagination039s debut single, Body Talk, offers a cross of HiNRG Disco with a sensual groove. HiGloss039s Youll Never Know is a gem of smooth, elegant Soul to finish the first LP.Side A of LP 2 begins with the iconic duo Ashford and Simpson039s Solid, a celebration of enduring love. Up next is the 1 Disco anthem Fame from Irene Cara, and Diana Ross039s My Old Piano showcasing her unique ability to blend Pop with Soul on this Chicproduced classic. Donna Summer039s Grammynominated single Love Is In Control Finger On The Trigger fuses Disco with a Funk edge, while Odyssey039s Inside Out provides a smooth, and melody filled dance. Terri Wells039s I039ll Be Around is a soulful delight, and Hall and Oates039 I Can039t Go For That No Cant Do mixes Rock with Soul, and became a hugely sampled and influencial track. The side ends on a romantic note with Fat Larrys Band039s Zoom.The final side opens by showcasing Rufus and Chaka Khans Aint Nobody, a masterpiece of Funk and Soul synergy. Womack and Womack make their second appearance with Love Wars, followed by Steve Arrington039s Feel So Real a true example of the era039s crossover with Disco and Soul. Miami Sound Machine039s Dr. Beat injects Latininfused Pop rhythms, while Jermaine Stewart039s biggest hit We Don039t Have To Take Our Clothes Off became a global dancefloor smash hit. Billy Ocean039s Grammy award winner, Caribbean Queen No More Love On The Run, blends Soul, Disco and Pop, and Sister Sledge039s Thinking Of You is the perfect closer, uplifting and full of joy.A Limited edition pressing, and an essential addition to any collection. Perfect for collectors, DJs, and anyone who loves to get down to the greatest dancefloorfillers of the 80s. NOW Thats What I Call 80s Dancefloor Soul and Disco is released on February 23rd 2024. Various Artists Vinyl is available for home delivery from Vinyl Records London, only £22