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Episode 3: The 80s - The Second Invasion hosted by Sounds of the 80鈥檚 presenter Gary Davies, explains how bands like Duran Duran, Bananarama, Culture Club and others led the charge in this decade, dominating the American charts with their infectious pop tunes and iconic music videos. The episode discusses the rise of MTV and how it played a crucial role in catapulting these bands to fame Stateside. Through interviews with UK and US contributors, including Kim Wilde and Michelle Visage, Gary delves into the strategies behind their success and the songs that became American anthems. The programme offers a vibrant look at how these bands shaped the sound of the 80s and left a lasting legacy in the US music scene.

Radio 2 is celebrating Great British Groups as part of National Album Day, an annual celebration of the album format, which takes place on Saturday 19 October 2024. You can listen to a collection of special programmes by searching 'British Groups' on 大象传媒 Sounds, including Your Ultimate British Group Top 30, Johnny Marr's Great British Groups, The Great British Groups That Broke America, and themed editions of shows such as Pop Top 10s and Sophie Ellis-Bextor's Kitchen Disco.