Musically speaking, the 1980s were a strange decade. If you close your eyes, you can actually hear the era come to life. But what does it sound like? Can you really put your finger on a specific vibe?

Rock in the 1980s had a specific sound. It was nostalgic as soon as it came out. It leaned into synths, big guitars, and big hair. The decade was unlike any other we’ve seen, and because of that, it ...