Each volume in EMI Germany's extensive Best of 1980-1990 series features at least two discs worth of hits, providing a very broad, nondiscriminating representation of the period. Though these sets obviously deal with songs that were popular in Europe, they translate well to American music fans, since the majority of the selections were hits in both territories. Those who were into chart pop during the time will find that the series comes in handy, especially since it can plug a lot of gaps in a collection. The 11th volume includes Thomas Dolby's "She Blinded Me With Science," the Boomtown Rats' "Banana Republic," Propaganda's "Heaven Give Me Words," Baltimora's "Tarzan Boy," and the Bangles' "Eternal Flame." ~ Andy Kellman, All Music Guide