Released on August 27, 2021, this was the debut 4CD set in the specialized series.

During the 1980s, the 12-inch single evolved from a DJ promotional tool into a commercial powerhouse. Artists utilized the wider grooves of 12-inch vinyl to achieve: Extended breakbeats Experimental synth arrangements Longer track running times

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As the "third instalment in our 12-inch '80s series", 'Remixed' shifted focus to tracks that were fundamentally reworked. With 44 tracks across 4 CDs, this set highlights the work of remixers and producers who transformed songs into something new. This collection features treasures like Freddie Mercury’s "Love Kills (Extended Mix)," The Police’s "Don't Stand So Close To Me '86 (Dance Mix)," and the iconic "Blue Monday '88 (12" Version)". This volume is a testament to the fact that the 12-inch format was a launchpad for remix culture, where the extended version was often considered the primary, more artistic version of a track.

While there are several releases in this 4CD series, the primary 2021 release—and its subsequent "Extended" and "Remixed" follow-ups—serve as comprehensive collectors' items for synth-pop and dance fans. Release Title Release Date Key Feature NOW That’s What I Call 12” 80s April 16, 2021 The series debut featuring 47 original 12" mixes. NOW 12” 80s: Extended August 27, 2021

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: The Extended volume notably includes the Jellybean 12" Dance Remix of "Say Say Say" by Paul McCartney & Michael Jackson, a major chart-topper that had rarely appeared on CD before this release.

The final disc is a paradise for collectors, compiling rare 12" promotional cuts and international remixes that were previously impossible to find on digital formats or standard compact discs.

Now That's What I Call 12 in '80s by Various Artists (CD, 2021)

: Features essential 12-inch versions like New Order’s "Blue Monday" , Queen’s "Radio Ga Ga" (Extended Remix) , and Duran Duran’s "The Reflex" (Dance Mix) .

This section explores the high-tempo electronic pulse that defined LGBTQ+ club culture, showcasing tracks by Divine, Hazell Dean, and Dead Or Alive. NOW 12" 80s: 1980 (4CD) - NOW MUSIC Official Store