The compilation is highly regarded for including the full 6:22 12" remix of Simple Minds' "Alive & Kicking," which was previously unreleased on the vinyl format.
80's 12-Inch Remixes Collected - Compilation by Various Artists
It highlights the transition of the 12-inch from a tool for New York disco DJs into a commercial powerhouse for pop and new wave artists like INXS and Janet Jackson .
The compilation , released in late 2022 by Music on Vinyl and uDiscover Music , serves as a high-fidelity time capsule for an era where the extended mix was a legitimate art form. Spanning across three 180-gram LPs, the collection curates 21 tracks that defined the decade's "dancefloor-ready" sound, featuring everything from Queen and The Cure to Frankie Goes to Hollywood . Core Significance and Rarity
Reviewers from Discogs and Amazon consistently praise the dynamic soundstage and "impeccable" pressing quality, which leverages the 12-inch format's wider grooves for deeper bass and higher fidelity.
Beyond being a "greatest hits" package, this release is notable for its inclusion of rare versions and high-quality remasters.
