Now 80s
Suisse
Now 80s is a television channel available in Switzerland that focuses on music and cultural content from the 1980s. Its programming includes music videos, concert recordings, and archival performances from that decade, along with occasional documentary segments about the era’s artists and trends. The channel broadcasts in German, reflecting the language region of its Swiss audience. Viewers can access Now 80s via cable and digital television platforms in the country, with a schedule that typically repeats key blocks throughout the day to accommodate different time zones.
Programme
02:05 - 03:00
1980's Lesser-Heard-Hits!
You may remember the artists, but do you recall their lesser heard songs? With The Tourists, Elvis Costello, Dexys, Dr Hook & Donna Summer.
03:00 - 03:50
The Heritage Chart with Mike Read
Another episode of the Heritage Chart - new music by heritage acts! With Mike Read.
03:50 - 06:00
Monday Night at the Movies!
Popcorn at the ready, these are NOW 80s' biggest songs from the movies. But don't forget to switch off those mobile phones!
06:00 - 07:00
1985's Lesser-Heard-Hits!
You may remember the artists, but do you recall their lesser-heard songs? With Tears for Fears, Freddie Mercury & Level 42.
07:00 - 07:50
Simon Bates Golden Hour: 1984
Hits and headlines from the year of moon boots, Trivial Pursuit, Torvill and Dean's Bolero and the very first Apple Mac.
07:50 - 08:00
Wake Me Up Before You Go Go!
Expect synth pop, soft rock, leg warmers, Lycra and lots of big hair.
08:00 - 12:10
I Can Make You Feel Good! Top 50
50 great 80s tracks hand-picked to raise your spirits & excite your soul! After all - The Only Way Is Up!
12:10 - 13:00
Soft Rock & Power Pop!
From the decade that invented the genre - non-stop powerful love songs, back to back.
13:00 - 14:00
Genesis v Queen
The ultimate battle of the UK's rock gods, Queen and Genesis, and their frontmen Phil and Freddie.
14:00 - 17:00
Carol Decker's Power No.1s!
Many of the big power hits that we know & love today were released during the 80s, and the best reached No.1 either here or in the USA. Carol blasts through the decade - in order!
17:00 - 18:00
Phil Collins: 1981-1989
It's often forgotten that Phil was one of the biggest artists of the '80s - with Genesis, solo albums, movie soundtracks and hit collaborations. Here are 60 minutes of his best work!
18:00 - 18:45
Elton John in the 80s
All nine of Elton's top 10 hits from the 1980s, including 'Nikita', 'Passengers', 'Kiss the Bride' and the live version of 'Candle in the Wind'.
18:45 - 19:00
Soft Rock & Power Pop!
From the decade that invented the genre - non-stop powerful love songs, back to back.
19:00 - 20:00
Coiffured! Rick v Jason
Nine of the best hairstyles of the late 80s, these boys knew how to use a comb and a bucketful of mousse.
20:00 - 23:00
The Now Yearbook 1988
Another top year, with rock, reggae, pop and power ballads rubbing shoulders with exciting new dance sounds from the US and Europe. Bruno Brookes has the story - month by month.
23:00 - 01:25
I Love Rock 'N' Roll! Top 30
Guitars, big beats, big hair and a fantastic rhythm section, this is how we rocked out in the 80s! With Bon Jovi, ZZ Top, Status Quo, Bryan Adams, Genesis & Joan Jett.