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80's Underground Podcasts

Jeff Shelton
Underground Music
The Cure
Alternative Music
80s Underground
Post-Punk
New Order
The Smiths
The Damned
New Wave
80s Alternative Music
REM
XTC
Killing Joke
Midnight Oil
Echo and the Bunnymen
Ultravox
The Fall
WLIR Radio
Depeche Mode
Oingo Boingo

Truly a lost genre of radio programming until now...the 80’s Underground resurrects the best in 80’s indie, college, punk, post-punk, new wave, and modern rock every week. No other Podcast devotes such a concentrated two hours to the best in completely underground 80’s rock.

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Latest Episodes

ENGLISH BEAT - Save It For Later (Special Beat Service) 1982

BOW WOW WOW - Do You Wanna Hold Me (single) 1983

U2 - Wire (Unforgettable Fire) 1984

PSYCHEDELIC FURS - Heaven (Mirror Moves) 1984

ICICLE WORKS - Whisper to a Scream (s/t) 1984

MODERN ... more

THE CHURCH "Volumes" from Remote Luxury 1984

CLEANERS FROM VENUS "Julie Profumo" from Going to England 1987

SPOONS "Arias & Symphonies" from Arias & Symphonies 1982

THE BUGGLES "Clean, Clean" from The Age of Plastic 1999

PETER SCHILLING "Lone Sur... more

OINGO BOINGO – Who Do You Want To Be? (Good For Your Soul) 1983

B-52’s – Part Out of Bounds (Wild Planet) 1980

DEVO – Theme From Dr. Detroit (12” single) 1983

THE WAITRESSES – I Know What Boys Like (Best Of) 1981

ALTERED IMAGES – Don’t Talk to Me... more

THE CHAMELEONS – Nostalgia (What Does Anything…) 1985

THE DAMNED – In Dulce Decorum (Anything) 1986

GENE LOVES JEZEBEL – Desire (Discover) 1986

EASTERHOUSE – To Live Like This (Contenders) 1986

ICICLE WORKS – Love is a Wonderful Colour (single) 1... more

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Recent Guests

Jerry Casale
Member of Devo
Devo
Episode: Episode 299: 80s Underground Replay: May 7, 2014
Mark Mothersbaugh
Member of Devo
Devo
Episode: Episode 299: 80s Underground Replay: May 7, 2014
Peter Buck
Guitarist of R.E.M.
R.E.M.
Episode: Episode 296: 80s Underground Replay: April 9, 2019
Mike Mills
Bassist of R.E.M.
R.E.M.
Episode: Episode 296: 80s Underground Replay: April 9, 2019
Bill Berry
Drummer of R.E.M.
R.E.M.
Episode: Episode 296: 80s Underground Replay: April 9, 2019
Michael Stipe
Vocalist of R.E.M.
R.E.M.
Episode: Episode 296: 80s Underground Replay: April 9, 2019
Devo (as a group)
American new wave band featured in an archival interview segment
Warner Bros/Energy Records (historical)
Episode: Episode 295: 80s Underground Replay: March 27, 2013
Dennis McNamara
Original program director for WLIR Radio, influential in the Modern Rock movement.
WLIR Radio
Episode: Episode 265: 80s Underground Replay: July 3, 2018
Michael Quercio
Member of The Three O'Clock
The Three O'Clock
Episode: Episode 217: 80s Underground Replay: April 17, 2013

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 38 ratings
  • A Must Listen!

    Highly recommend this show! I hear new (to me) music, remindeded of some forgotten faves, & heaps you'll love to dance & sing along to

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    technokitty
    Australia7 months ago
  • I miss this podcast

    I miss this podcast so much. Listened through the pandemic and it always left me wanting more. Please come back. You are the hero we need right now. 😊

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rosemary Crackers
    United Statesa year ago
  • 80s excellence

    Jeff picks and plays a great selection of great 80s bands both well known and others more obscure. 2 hours, time well spent!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    80s fan jeff
    Canada2 years ago
  • Great memories! ... than you for asking you do, love the listing in the description handy! Keep up the excellent πŸ‘ job

    Podcast Addict
    trgarner
    3 years ago
  • One of the best retro podcasts around. While it doesn't appear there will be any new episodes anytime soon, the archive is a goldmine of the wonderful diverse world of the 80s underground. The mix is great, the deep cuts welcomed & the underground nugget helps set this podcast apart from others. All in all 2 hours of weekly bliss!

    Podcast Addict
    5
    roc51
    3 years ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners praise the show for uncovering obscure 80s gems and deep cuts.
The community vibe and playlist availability are frequently highlighted in feedback.
Fans appreciate the host's storytelling and era-focused trivia.

Talking Points

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Episode 295: 80s Underground Replay: March 27, 2013
Q: How did you create your concept, and where did you get it from?
The interviewer probes Devo about the source of their distinctive stage persona and philosophy, prompting them to explain that their approach stems from environmental stimuli and a deliberate break from conventional musicianship rather than a conventional concept.
Episode 273: 80s Underground Replay: Sept. 8, 2016
Q: What is your most prominent 80s musical memory?
Kevin shared a nostalgic memory about U2's Unforgettable Fire album and listening to it late at night.
Episode 265: 80s Underground Replay: July 3, 2018
Q: What are your thoughts on the current state of music and media?
It's a time of incredible change with new delivery systems emerging, but the creative side still remains essential.
Episode 217: 80s Underground Replay: April 17, 2013
Q: What can you tell us about The Three O'Clock's current activities?
They recently reunited for Coachella and are performing additional shows on the West Coast, including tonight in San Francisco.

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What is 80's Underground Podcasts about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Two hours of curated underground 1980s rock, indie, post-punk, and new wave presented by a DJ-hosted show that emphasizes deep cuts, era anecdotes, and audience engagement. Episodes mix track-by-track discovery with contextual stories about bands, venues, and the wider 80s underground scene, often featuring archival interviews with iconic acts like Devo and REM-era players. The format leans into community-building through social channels and playlist hubs, creating a nostalgic yet lively listening experience for dedicated fans and potential new listeners alike. Noteworthy is the strong archival focus, cross-regional reach, and regular guest segments that bring firsthand perspectives from influential 80s acts, making it a compelling fit for ... more

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1. Jerry Casale
2. Mark Mothersbaugh
3. Peter Buck
4. Mike Mills
5. Bill Berry
6. Michael Stipe
7. Devo (as a group)
8. Dennis McNamara

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