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This week, we look at the video game cultural juggernaut, Grand Theft Auto -- specifically, Vice City, as it's the most aesthetically distinct. There are a few key elements that make GTA Vice City a compelling caricature of the of Miami in the 80s, and the soundtrack is essential.

We picked a smattering of highlights across Vice City's robust radio stations, from era defining genres like new wave, synth pop, classic hip-hop and more. These artists and songs are truly iconic.

Wave 103 - Flock of Seagulls: I Ran
V-Rock - Judas Priest: You've Got Another Thing
Emotion 98.3 - Toto: Africa
Flash FM - Yes: Owner of a Lonely Heart 
Flash FM - Hall & Oates: Out Of Touch
Radio Espantoso - Deodato: Super Strut
Wildstyle Pirate Radio  - Run DMC: Rock Box
Wave 103  - Tears For Fears: Pale Shelter
Emotion 98.3 - Foreigner: Waiting For a Girl Like You
Flash FM - The Outfield: Your Love
Flash FM - Bryan Adams: Run to You
Wave 103 - Nena: 99 Luftballoons
Emotion 98.3 - REO Speedwagon: Keep on Loving You