On this day March 23 1987 Now That’s What I Call Music 9 was released in the UK. The compilation album featured some of the biggest hits of the time and continued the success of the popular Now series. Packed with chart topping songs from various artists it became a must-have for music fans looking for the best of the era. Now 9 reached number 1 on the UK charts proving the series’ massive appeal. These albums became a go-to collection for pop rock and dance hits with each volume capturing the sound of a generation. The Now That’s What I Call Music series remains one of the longest-running compilation franchises in music history.
80s insight: The Now That’s What I Call Music series started in the UK in 1983 and later expanded worldwide. The first US edition wasn’t released until 1998.
80s insight: The Now That’s What I Call Music series started in the UK in 1983 and later expanded worldwide. The first US edition wasn’t released until 1998.
