The soundtracks of the '80s were packed with big, bombastic rock songs, but they also made room for less mainstream detours — ...

In celebration of the songs that have stood the test of time (for better or worse), we give you our best and worst songs of 1985. John Mellencamp in 1985 (Credit:: Ebet Roberts / Redferns), ...

As selected by the UCR staff, the Top 40 Songs of 1985 were both from the past and looking forward in their sound. The old wave made room for the new, ...

As selected by the UCR staff, the Top 40 Songs of 1985 were both from the past and looking forward in their sound. The old ...

In celebration of the songs that have stood the test of time (for better or worse), we give you our best and worst songs of 1985. John Mellencamp in 1985 (Credit:: Ebet Roberts / Redferns), Bob ...

So for this exercise, I'm approaching it like trying to create a rock mixtape of 1985 for someone who wasn't there to experience it. You've got 90 minutes total, you're creating a Side A and Side B.

1985 saw the release of several now-iconic songs, but the biggest of them all that year was power ballad The Power Of Love by Jennifer Rush. The US singer's track, which she co-wrote, took its ...

So enjoy this mixtape reflection of the 20 Best College Rock Songs of 1985. You may have had to turn left of center of the dial to hear these songs in 1985, but they've left their mark on the ...