It was also the last decade to spawn multiple cast-iron classic Christmas hits, many of which can be heard on BBC Radio 2's festive edition of Sounds of the 80s. So crack open a selection box ...

And when it's time to usher in the New Year - what better way to do it than with the Sounds of the 80s New Year’s Eve Party Mix. As you'd expect, 6 Music has your alternative Christmas spirit ...

Pete will be live on Christmas Eve from 6pm to 10pm, and New Years Eve 8pm to Midnight. Both shows will be classic 80s Party Shows, and he may even play some of his brilliant back catalogue of ...