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Classic Pop Magazine

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90 Reviews   •  English   •   Music (Pop)
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Classic Pop magazine is the ultimate celebration of great pop and chart music - featuring both the stars of yesteryear and the classic pop-inspired acts breaking today, a Classic Pop digital magazine subscription brings you closer to the genre and music you love.


Each issue – with 80s pop at its core – brings you the very best exclusive artist interviews, in-depth features, music news and reviews celebrating the finest acts from the late-70s post-punk scene through to the pop, synth-pop, New Romantic, ska, indie, electronic and guitar greats of the 80s and chart stars of the 90s – plus the best new acts that embrace our classic pop heritage.


Join the ever-growing clan of Classic Pop magazine readers today with a monthly digital magazine subscription. Enjoy exclusive artist interviews, news and fantastic features on all the biggest albums and acts from the 70s and 80s pop music world.

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July 2025 In the latest issue of Classic Pop we meet Heaven 17 for our world exclusive cover feature as they unveil new music and their upcoming ‘electropopumentary’ project, plus look back on their incredible career. As the album is reissued for its 40th anniversary, we also catch up with Dire Straits who take us to the exotic climes of Montserrat as they relive the recording sessions for Brothers In Arms. Ahead of their hotly-anticipated autumn live shows, we talk to Gene’s Martin Rossiter and Matt James who reveal why the band are reuniting after 20 years apart. Elsewhere, Garry Christian recalls chart battles with Phil Collins as The Christians prepare to head out on a joint tour with The Blow Monkeys and China Crisis look back on their imperious Flaunt The Imperfection LP. We also put the back catalogue of Talking Heads under the microscope for our Album By Album feature and Claudia Brücken gives us the lowdown on her latest solo record Night Mirror. 
 Our latest classic album is Fine Young Cannibals’ world-conquering The Raw & The Cooked and we celebrate The Pointer Sisters’ Break Out LP in our Forget Me Not feature. In our packed reviews pages we give our verdict on new album releases including Pulp, Claudia Brücken, Louise, The Cure, Spear Of Destiny and Morcheeba plus there’s a comprehensive reissues section featuring Dire Straits, Soft Cell, Pete Shelley, Orbital, Pet Shop Boys and much more. We also check out live shows by Sugababes and Go West.


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Classic Pop issue July 2025

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In the latest issue of Classic Pop we meet Heaven 17 for our world exclusive cover feature as they unveil new music and their upcoming ‘electropopumentary’ project, plus look back on their incredible career.

As the album is reissued for its 40th anniversary, we also catch up with Dire Straits who take us to the exotic climes of Montserrat as they relive the recording sessions for Brothers In Arms.

Ahead of their hotly-anticipated autumn live shows, we talk to Gene’s Martin Rossiter and Matt James who reveal why the band are reuniting after 20 years apart.

Elsewhere, Garry Christian recalls chart battles with Phil Collins as The Christians prepare to head out on a joint tour with The Blow Monkeys and China Crisis look back on their imperious Flaunt The Imperfection LP.

We also put the back catalogue of Talking Heads under the microscope for our Album By Album feature and Claudia Brücken gives us the lowdown on her latest solo record Night Mirror. 

Our latest classic album is Fine Young Cannibals’ world-conquering The Raw & The Cooked and we celebrate The Pointer Sisters’ Break Out LP in our Forget Me Not feature.

In our packed reviews pages we give our verdict on new album releases including Pulp, Claudia Brücken, Louise, The Cure, Spear Of Destiny and Morcheeba plus there’s a comprehensive reissues section featuring Dire Straits, Soft Cell, Pete Shelley, Orbital, Pet Shop Boys and much more. We also check out live shows by Sugababes and Go West.
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Launched in 2012, the monthly Classic Pop is the world’s leading pop magazine, with an award-winning team of specialist writers bringing you the biggest names in music - it’s the go-to source for pop enthusiasts worldwide.


Within the digital pages of each issue, Classic Pop delves deep into the artistry and history of some of the most iconic albums in the pop genre. From the sleek and stylish sounds of Duran Duran's 'Rio' to the infectious pop brilliance of Wham!'s 'Fantastic' and the groundbreaking sonic journey of Primal Scream's 'Screamadelica,' your Classic Pop digital magazine subscription ensures that you're never far from the stories and insights behind your favourite pop music classics.


For anyone passionate about 70s and 80s pop music, Classic Pop is the ultimate guide, offering unparalleled access to the stories behind the songs and the artists who created them. It's a journey through the history of pop, a tribute to the albums that defined generations, and a heartfelt salute to the icons who continue to influence and inspire the world. With Classic Pop, you don't just listen to the music; you immerse yourself in its vibrant tapestry, discovering the magic that makes pop music timeless and unforgettable.

A Classic Pop digital magazine subscription is a must-have for anyone interested in the 70s, 80s and 90s pop music. Each issue is packed with fantastic features - with your subscription, you’ll receive:

  • Get every issue of Classic Pop direct to your device
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  • Read all about the best in pop music every other month
  • Exclusive A-list artist interviews and the latest music news
  • In-depth features from the era
  • Album reviews of the very best new releases, reissues and vinyl
  • Classic Album: A deep dive into iconic LPs
  • Album by Album: Complete back catalogues of artists and bands go under the microscope
  • Top 20: Your instant playlist from Classic Pop's hand-selected countdowns

You'll receive 12 issues during a 1 year Classic Pop magazine subscription.

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Classic Pop

I love the interviews and album reviews. I've found that this is a great way to relive some great times and learn new things about my favourite artists too. Reviewed 31 January 2021

Classic Pop

If you love the 80's and like to know what artists are currently up to then this is a must read.... Reviewed 26 August 2020

Classic Pop

Fantastic magazine. Smash Hits for grown-ups! Reviewed 26 March 2020

IF YOU LIKE CLASSIC POP THEN YOU WILL LOVE THE MAGAZINE

THIS IS A GREAT MAGAZINE IT HAS AN ALBUM REVIEW SECTION WHICH IS GOOD AS WELL AS THIS IT HAS LOTS OF IN-DEPTH INTERVIEWS ABOUT MOST POP & 1980S BANDS GREAT READ THANK YOU. Reviewed 26 March 2020

Classic Pop

Great articles - well written, nice mix of classics and new music of interest. Mix of in-depth features and short, newsy updates. Reviewed 27 February 2020

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