I liked some of it, but their 70s stuff WAS much better and still holds up. The 80s songs sound dated, as do most 80s songs now. Thankfully they've gone back to their roots on the new album. Glad to see other Heart fans (even quasi-fans) here :)
I guess it's because I went to high school in the 80s, but I listen to 80s music every chance I can get. Just something fun and upbeat about it. It always reminds me of Ronaldus Magnus and "Morning in America".
BTW: Best album of the 80s: "Purple Rain" by Prince. It absolutely blows away "Thriller" by the child molester.
I still listen to "Magic Man" by Heart which I think was their best song ever.