Weekend Mix: Timeless Classics with Music Beats Central

 

Looking for the perfect soundtrack to your weekend? 

This Weekend Mix brings together some of the most iconic tracks from the ’80s that have stood the test of time. Let’s dive in:

1. Europe – The Final Countdown

A synth-heavy anthem that instantly boosts your mood. Its powerful intro and epic vibe make it perfect for kicking off any weekend.

Rating: 9/10

2. Chris Isaak – Wicked Game

Haunting, romantic, and atmospheric. Isaak’s vocals combined with the dreamy guitar riff make this a late-night essential.

Rating: 8.5/10

3. A-ha – Take On Me

With its energetic beat and unforgettable falsetto, this track remains a pop masterpiece. Plus, that iconic video still holds up.

Rating: 9.5/10

4. Phil Collins – In The Air Tonight

Moody, mysterious, and famous for that drum break. It’s a track that never loses its edge, even decades later.

Rating: 10/10

5. Richard Marx – Right Here Waiting

A heartfelt ballad that’s perfect for a slower, emotional moment in your playlist.

Rating: 8/10

6. Berlin – Take My Breath Away

Romantic and cinematic, this song is pure nostalgia—thanks in part to its Top Gun legacy.

Rating: 8.5/10

7. Simple Minds – Don’t You (Forget About Me)

An ’80s classic that instantly brings The Breakfast Club to mind. Its anthemic chorus makes it unforgettable.

Rating: 9/10

8. Annie Lennox – Sweet Dreams (Are Made of This)

Dark, catchy, and unique. Annie Lennox’s commanding voice paired with a hypnotic beat makes this a must-have.

Rating: 9/10

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Final Thoughts

This Weekend Mix is all about timeless sounds, iconic voices, and unforgettable melodies. Add these classics to your playlist, hit play, and let the nostalgia roll.

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— Hanan

Smooth Mix With MBC

Hi everyone and welcome to another entry, here at Music Beats Central.

I know it has been a while, but I am back with more music.

 

It is currently raining here in Sydney, Australia so what a perfect way to stay in and relax to some music for easy listening.

 

Here are my top 12 songs for you to relax.

 

You can hear the playlist I created on Spotify below.

 

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4wS0xWJbKhQsLGNyQC0IM1?si=28365f35c5be4af1

 

So, sit back, relax, and enjoy 😊

 

Corinne Bailey Rae – Put Your Records On

Website: https://www.corinnebaileyrae.com/

 

Nelly Furtado – I’m Like A Bird

Website: https://nellyfurtado.com/

 

Lisa Loeb – Stay (I Missed You)

Website: https://www.lisaloeb.com/

 

The Corrs – Runaway

Website: https://www.thecorrsofficial.com/

**ANNOUNCEMENT The Corrs will be touring Australia and New Zealand in October & November 2023. Tickets are on SALE NOW via their website!!!

 

Wet Wet Wet – Love Is All Around

Website: https://wetwetwet.co.uk/

 

Don Henley – The Boys Of Summer

Website: https://www.donhenley.com/

 

The Cars – Drive

Website: https://thecars.org/

 

Berlin – Take My Breath Away

Website: https://www.berlinpage.com/

 

Eagles – Hotel California

Website: https://eagles.com/

 

Lara Fabian – I Will Love Again

Website: https://www.larafabian.com/en/home/

 

Enrique Iglesias ft. Whitney Houston – Could I Have This Kiss Forever

Website: https://www.enriqueiglesias.com/

 

Celine Dion – Ashes

Website: https://www.celinedion.com/

 

What an amazing playlist.

 

Always nice to hear songs, you haven’t listened to in a long time.

 

I truly hope you enjoyed tonight’s playlist as much as I have sharing with you all.

 

As mentioned earlier, you can listen to tonight’s playlist on Spotify.

 

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4wS0xWJbKhQsLGNyQC0IM1?si=28365f35c5be4af1

 

Thank you so much for stopping by, and if you have a request, please send it to info@musicbeatscentral.com.au.

 

Have a wonderful day/evening wherever you may be in the world and see you all in my next entry.

 

Much love to you all and ciao for now!

Hanan xx

Smooth Tunes With MBC

Happy Tuesday everyone!!!

Hope you’re having a great week so far.

By the way, thank you all so much for showing your support these past few entries, I’m so happy you’re enjoying them.

It’s the afternoon and after a very busy day, I’m sure you’re looking for a playlist to sit back and relax to.

Well, I’ve got you covered.

If you love today’s entry, you can purchase all 12 tracks now on ITunes and you can listen to my amazing compilation on Spotify.

Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/user/musicbeatscentralofficial/playlist/1TRfOaspDhKZ8NZtPRQJVe?si=Bith55ldRF6hpuQn0zq9kw

Sit back, relax and happy listening xx

Don Henley – The End Of The Innocence

Website: https://www.donhenley.com/

ITunes: https://itunes.apple.com/au/album/the-very-best-of-don-henley/959632555

Tina Arena – Show Me Heaven

Website: http://www.tinaarena.com/

ITunes: https://itunes.apple.com/au/album/dont-ask/305722852

Richard Marx – Children Of The Night

Website: http://richardmarx.com/

ITunes: https://itunes.apple.com/au/album/the-ultimate-collection/1104136443

Alannah Myles – Black Velvet

Website: http://alannahmyles.com/

ITunes: https://itunes.apple.com/au/album/alannah-myles/217502930

John Farnham – Burn For You

Website: https://www.johnfarnham.com.au/

ITunes: https://itunes.apple.com/au/album/john-farnham-greatest-hits/322416747

Christine Anu – Island Home

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OfficialChristineAnu/

ITunes: https://itunes.apple.com/au/album/stylin-up/213622145

Spandau Ballet – True

Website: http://www.spandauballet.com/home

ITunes: https://itunes.apple.com/au/album/spandau-ballet-the-story-the-very-best-of/916314681

Berlin – Take My Breath Away

Website: http://www.berlinpage.com/band

ITunes: https://itunes.apple.com/au/album/top-gun-original-motion-picture-soundtrack-special/387193895

Extreme – More Than Words

Website: https://www.extreme-band.com/

ITunes: https://itunes.apple.com/au/album/the-best-of-extreme-an-accidental-collication-of-atoms/14979455

Bananarama – Cruel Summer

Website: http://www.bananarama.co.uk/

ITunes: https://itunes.apple.com/au/album/the-greatest-hits-collection-collector-edition/1301440026

Simply Red – Holding Back The Years

Website: http://www.simplyred.com/

ITunes: https://itunes.apple.com/au/album/picture-book-expanded-version/294361410

Donna Summer – On The Radio

Website: http://donnasummer.com/

ITunes: https://itunes.apple.com/au/album/on-the-radio-greatest-hits-vols-i-ii/993589285

Don’t you just love classics?? Ahh, nothing but awesome songs to sing along to.

As mentioned earlier, if you enjoy today’s entry you can purchase all 12 tracks now on ITunes and you can listen to my complete compilation on Spotify.

Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/user/musicbeatscentralofficial/playlist/1TRfOaspDhKZ8NZtPRQJVe?si=Bith55ldRF6hpuQn0zq9kw

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Thank you all so much for stopping by and enjoy the rest of your lovely day/afternoon!!!

See you in my next entry!!

Much love to you all and ciao for now!

Hanan xx

Smooth Tunes With MBC

 

Hi MBC fam and happy Tuesday!!!

Hope you are having a great start to your week so far.

It’s been real busy here and can’t wait to share with you the fifth artist who will feature very soon in my Artist of the week Q&A series.

If you have had a very busy and long day and in need of some soothing music, than welcome and thank you for stopping by and I hope you enjoy MBC’s top 12 feel good songs for your easy listening.

To purchase all 12 tracks, head on over to ITunes.

And to listen to my awesome compilation you can now on Spotify.
https://open.spotify.com/user/musicbeatscentralofficial/playlist/7woewLAWD3DfqltahVlSTq

Bic Runga – Sway

Website: http://bicrunga.com/
ITunes: https://itunes.apple.com/au/album/drive/id216351203

Birds Of Tokyo – Lanterns

Website: http://www.birdsoftokyo.com/
ITunes: https://itunes.apple.com/au/album/lanterns-single/id730390124

Shawn Colvin – Sunny Came Home

Website: http://www.shawncolvin.com/
ITunes: https://itunes.apple.com/au/album/saved-by-the-girl/id1033045519

Daniel Johns – Cool On Fire

Website: http://danieljohns.com/
ITunes: https://itunes.apple.com/au/album/talk/id986597930

Jewel – Hands

Website: http://www.jeweljk.com/welcome.html
ITunes: https://itunes.apple.com/au/album/greatest-hits/id595205662

Savage Garden – Truly Madly Deeply

Website: http://darrenhayes.com/
ITunes: https://itunes.apple.com/au/album/the-singles/id990950067

Robyn Loau – She Devil

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/robynloau/
ITunes: https://itunes.apple.com/au/album/she-devil-single/id213049902

Yanni – One Man’s Dream

Website: http://www.yanni.com/
ITunes: https://itunes.apple.com/au/album/the-essential-yanni/id376876917

Tina Arena – Tu Es Toujours Là

Website: http://www.tinaarena.com/
ITunes: https://itunes.apple.com/au/album/the-best-le-meilleur/id308658003

Seal – Kiss From A Rose

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Seal/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Seal
ITunes: https://itunes.apple.com/au/album/seal-best-1991-2004-deluxe/id30475342

Berlin – Take My Breath Away

Website: http://www.berlinpage.com/band
ITunes: https://itunes.apple.com/au/album/greatest-hits-re-recorded/id309795017

Patrick Swayze ft. Wendy Fraser – She’s Like The Wind

ITunes: https://itunes.apple.com/au/album/dirty-dancing-original-motion/id194254365

Hope this had made your evening more welcoming and that you are nice and relaxed.

As mentioned earlier, if you loved tonight’s entry you can purchase all 12 tracks now on ITunes and you can listen to the complete compilation on Spotify.

https://open.spotify.com/user/musicbeatscentralofficial/playlist/7woewLAWD3DfqltahVlSTq

And as always, make sure to follow, like and subscribe for the latest new music, news, tours and more by heading to the artists’ website.

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Thank you all so much for stopping by and showing your amazing support as always.

Have a lovely evening and talk to you all soon!!

Happy Valentine’s Day everyone!!!

Much love and ciao for now!

Hanan xx