Various artists now 12” 80s: 1985 part one/ now yearbook ‘97 now ★★★★☆/★★★★☆

From Britpop to bucket hats and the Blur and Oasis feud, music journalist Miranda Sawyer relives the highs and lows of the decade

Wendy Rigg is planning a summer of festival fun – but what is it about nostalgic music that makes us feel so good?

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