RICK ASTLEY will be hosting a special radio show this month - and he needs your top tracks of the 80s to bring it alive.

The Newton-le-Willows-born singer, who was a surprise star of Glastonbury last year, will be presenting the Sounds of the 80s on BBC Radio 2.

Astley became a huge star in the 80s, known for hits such as Never Gonna Give You Up. He has enjoyed a renaissance in recent years and headlined BBC One's New Year's Eve concert.

Rick is asking for listeners to highlight their favourite songs from the 80s.

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Writing on social media, he said: "Excited to be presenting #SoundsOfThe80s BBC Radio 2 this month...but I need your help! 🙌

"To choose your Top Four 80s tunes for the ‘My 80s’ feature...an 80s love song to dedicate to a partner for The Sloppy Bit...or if you just fancy a shout-out – email rick.astley@bbc.co.uk now!

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"Tune in on Saturday 13th and 20th January from 8pm when I’ll be playing some of my own favourites - and possibly yours, too - from the best decade 🕺"