Simon Logan's Fantastic 80s

Simon's Fantastic 80s is a weekly music programme on BBC Radio Newcastle in the UK, presented by Simon Logan, dedicated to music from the 1980s with requests, a chart countdown and rare tracks seldom played on radio. The show airs locally on FM, DAB, Freeview and BBC Sounds online.[1]

History

The show launched in 2021 on the radio station. The presenter of the show, Simon Logan, has presented various programmes on BBC Radio Newcastle since 2009. He has previously presented shows for Viking FM and Radio Aire,[2] including the breakfast show Logie In The Morning. In addition to Fantastic 80s, Logan presents Ultimate 90s for BBC Radio Newcastle.[3] [4]

Achievements

Logan's CD of wind-ups from his radio career reached the Official Charts, reaching number 18 in November 1998.[5]

References
  1. "BBC - Simon's Fantastic 80s". BBC.
  2. "Leeds absolutely 'gutted' to hear Radio Aire will stop broadcasting in September". Leeds Live.
  3. "Presenter Profiles - Simon Logan". BBC. Retrieved 9 May 2009.
  4. "Throwback 80s and 90s photos of Viking FM Radio DJs, staff and events". Hull Live.
  5. "Simon Logan - Official Charts Company". Official Charts. Official Charts.


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