Best 80S Rock Apps

187+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.5 avg rating

20 free apps

Updated July 2026

Looking for free 80s rock apps? 20 of our 187+ tracked titles are free to download — no subscription, no trial. The rest are premium picks worth paying for.

Top Picks for 80S Rock

#1

80s Radio+ by Nick Culbertson

1980s Music Streaming Radio

Editor's Choice

🎵 Music

4.8😊(4.5K ratings)

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Stream a diverse selection of internet radio stations dedicated to 1980s music. Enjoy various genres like New Wave, Hair Bands, and Pop while multitasking with background audio playback.

What We Love

👍 Great music selection
👍 Variety of 80s stations
👍 Excellent sound quality
👍 Nostalgic and fun listening experience

Room to Improve

🔊 Too many ads/commercials interrupting songs
🐛 Occasional technical issues like song overlapping and buffering
🔋 Drains battery quickly when running in the background

#2

Hot Hitz 80s by Robert Amos

Strong Contender

🎵 Music

5.0(3 ratings)

Free

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Experience the iconic sound of the 1980s with this dedicated music station. It recreates the popular "Hot Hits" format, complete with authentic jingles from the era. Relive the music that defined a generation.

#3

METAL SHOP & HAIR BAND RADIO by Richard Ellis

Metal, Hard Rock, Hair Band

Worth Considering

🎵 Music

4.8(97 ratings)

Free

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Stream 24/7 metal, hard rock, and hair band hits from the 80s and 90s. Enjoy curated playlists featuring iconic bands and discover new favorites. Listen anytime, anywhere.

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Classic Rock 93.5

Classic Rock 93.5

Iconic 70’s, 80’s, & 90’s Rock

Listen to iconic rock and roll from the 70s, 80s, and early 90s 24/7. This station brings the best of classic rock to Prescott and Prescott Valley.

24/7 classic rock broadcastsIconic 70s, 80s, and 90s musicLocal Prescott and Prescott Valley station

1990s Music Streaming Radio

Stream a diverse selection of 1990s music radio stations, including grunge, pop, and alternative genres. Enjoy background audio playback while you multitask. Discover a wide variety of channels to suit your 90s music preferences.

Stream 90s music radio stationsDiverse genre selection (Grunge, Pop, Alternative)Background audio playback

New Wave 80's Music Radio

New Wave 80's Music Radio

80's Songs Not Heard Anywhere!

Listen to a curated selection of 80s new wave, synth-pop, and early alternative rock music. This station features bands not commonly heard elsewhere, updated daily to keep your mood elevated with classic hits from a trendy music era.

Exclusive 80s new wave musicSynth-pop and alternative rockDaily music updates

Rock Radio: Streaming Music

Rock Radio: Streaming Music

Internet Radio Music Player

Stream a vast collection of internet radio stations dedicated to rock music. Explore diverse genres from classic to indie, metal to punk, with background audio support for multitasking.

Extensive rock music station listClassic rock channelsAlternative and indie rock

Classic Rock 93.1

Classic Rock 93.1

by SummitMedia, LLC

Listen to your favorite classic rock music on the go. This app provides a direct stream of the radio station, allowing you to enjoy hits from legendary artists anytime, anywhere. Stay connected to the music you love with this easy-to-use radio application.

Live radio streamingClassic rock musicOn-the-go listening

1970s Music Streaming Radio

Stream a wide variety of 1970s music stations, including classic rock, pop, and disco. Enjoy background audio playback while you multitask. Discover diverse channels from around the world.

Extensive 1970s music station selectionBackground audio playbackDiverse genre channels (rock, pop, disco)

Home of the 2GNC Show

Stream your favorite classic rock station and listen to the 2 Guys Named Chris Show live. Access exclusive content and features from anywhere, anytime. This official app provides instant access to the station's programming.

Live radio streamingExclusive content2 Guys Named Chris Show

free with in-app purchases

Puerto Rico's Rock Station

This app streams rock music from Puerto Rico, featuring live DJs, news, and specialized shows covering decades and genres. Tune in daily for classic hits, hard rock, metal, and Latin American rock.

Live DJ streamsRock music newsSpecialized genre shows

Ultimate Classic Rock

Ultimate Classic Rock

Classic Rock & Culture

Explore the world of classic rock music and pop culture. Stay updated with the latest news, discover historical events, and listen to iconic music. Save articles for offline reading and share content easily.

Classic rock news updatesRock, movie, and TV historyListen to classic rock music

Radio Tunes - great music 24/7

Radio Tunes - great music 24/7

Jazz, rock, decades, soft, pop

Access over 90 curated music channels programmed by genre experts. Enjoy a vast selection of music styles, from jazz and rock to pop and international hits, all available on demand. Stream music in the background, control playback from your lock screen, and save your favorites for easy access.

Over 90 hand-programmed music channelsCarPlay support for in-car listeningStream music in the background

Oldies Radio – 70s 80s Music

Oldies Radio – 70s 80s Music

Retro Hits – Live 24/7

Stream live radio stations and classic songs from the 60s, 70s, and 80s. Enjoy a wide selection of rock, pop, and soul hits with fast, stable streaming and background listening.

60s, 70s, and 80s musicClassic hits and old songsLive oldies radio stations

free with in-app purchases

80s Radio: Retro Music & Hits

80s Radio: Retro Music & Hits

80s Radio is here

Stream uninterrupted hits from the 1980s, featuring pop anthems, classic rock, synthwave, and more. Enjoy global live radio stations with background playback and a clean, modern interface. Save your favorite stations for a personalized retro music experience.

Global 80s live radio stationsBackground streamingSave favorite stations

free with in-app purchases

by Beasley Media Group, Inc.

Listen to Boston's rock station live, stream full-show and "Tasty Bits" podcasts, and watch studio "Peep Show" videos. Enter contests for concert tickets and giveaways, and personalize your feed with entertainment news and local events.

Live radio streamingFull-show podcasts"Tasty Bits" podcasts

Houston’s Eagle

Houston’s Eagle

by Urban One, Inc.

Experience Houston's classic rock station with interactive features. Rate and request songs, chat with other fans, and stay updated on live music events. Enjoy legendary rock hits anytime, anywhere, on any device.

Interactive song requestsRate favorite songsChat with fellow rock fans

Classic Rock Radio Stations

Classic Rock Radio Stations

Listen to best Rock all time

Listen to a wide variety of classic rock music from stations around the world. This simple and fast app offers live radio with perfect audio quality and an intuitive interface, requiring only an internet connection.

Hundreds of online rock radio stationsLive radio with perfect audio qualityIntuitive interface

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Yacht Rock Radio

Yacht Rock Radio

Year Long Summer Beach Party!

This app streams smooth sailing rock music from the 60s, 70s, and 80s. Enjoy artists like Michael McDonald and Hall & Oates for a year-round summer beach party vibe. It's perfect for relaxing and soaking up the smooth sounds.

60s, 70s, 80s smooth rock musicFeatures artists like Michael McDonaldYear-long summer beach party theme

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Everything That Rocks

Stream live rock music from Philadelphia, featuring new releases and classics from the 80s, 90s, and 00s. Access exclusive interviews, win prizes, listen to podcasts, and get the latest music and Philly news. Turn on notifications for VIP access.

Live rock music streamingExclusive rockstar interviewsPodcast streaming