The Previous Icon Was Nik Kershaw
Congratulations on making it through all 45 forgotten 80s icons! If you named most of them, you’re a true veteran of the cassette era. These musicians shaped a decade of innovation, excess, and unforgettable melodies. From one-hit wonders to enduring legends, they’ve left a mark—even if today’s under-40 crowd draws a blank. Share your score in the comments, and revisit your old mixtapes for more nostalgia. Thanks for flipping through! What other 80s themes should we quiz next?
