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The 80's Datebook for January 12

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In 1980, R.C., “Ladies Night” by Kool and The Gang peaked at number eight on the pop singles chart.

In 1980, R.C., “Rapperʹs Delight” by Sugarhill Gang peaked at #36 on the pop singles chart.

In 1981, Ending a two-month feud with “Tomorrow Show” host Tom Snyder, Rona Barrett returns to newly retitled “Tomorrow Coast to Coast.”

In 1981, On Guiding Light, Jennifer Richards (Geraldine Court) was upset when her attorney, Mike Bauer (Don Stewart), convinced a judge to give her a second trial.

In 1981, On The Edge of Night, Molly Sherwood (Laurinda Barrett) confessed to two murders.

In 1981, The 800 rock albums donated to the Library of Congress by the Recording Industry Association of America included Bob Dylanʹs “Blonde on Blonde,” Kissʹ “Alive!” and “Never Mind the Bollocks, Hereʹs the Sex Pistols.”

In 1981, “Dynasty” a prime time soap opera inspired by “Dallas” premiered on ABC. Very little happens on the first episode. Blake Carrington marries his former secretary Krystle Jennings, while Krystleʹs ex-lover Matthew Blaisdel gets back together with his wife and child (who happen to be fighting) and also goes into business with Walter Lankershim, while Jeff Colby tries to put the moves on Fallon. Joan Collins would later be cast in November and bring its popularity sky high. Heather Locklear would do this and her other series “T.J. Hooker” simultaneously in 1982. Note: The CW rebooted the original Dynasty concept, with the lead female being a Latina named Cristal.

In 1982, “American Playhouse”, TV Anthology, debut on PBS.

In 1983, NCAA creates the football Kickoff Classic to begin in August.

In 1983, On General Hospital, Rick (Chris Robinson) and Lesley (Denise Alexander) walked in on Blackie's (John Stamos) frat party gone wild.

In 1985, After a record 24 weeks as the number one album in the nation, Princeʹs “Purple Rain” slipped to the number two spot as Bruce Springsteenʹs “Born in the USA” replaced it at number one.

In 1985, On the cover of TV Guide: “Donna Mills and William Devane of Knots Landing”. Other Articles: C. Timmins

In 1985, R.C., “All I Need” by Jack Wagner peaked at number two on the pop singles chart.

In 1985, R.C., “Big In Japan” by Alphaville peaked at #66 on the pop singles chart.

In 1985, R.C., “Bruce” by Rick Springfield peaked at #27 on the pop singles chart. It was about being mistaken for Bruce Springsteen.

In 1985, R.C., “Friends” by Whodini peaked at #87 on the pop singles chart.

In 1985, R.C., “In Neon” by Elton John peaked at #38 on the pop singles chart.

In 1985, R.C., “Valotte” by Julian Lennon peaked at number nine on the pop singles chart.

In 1986, The Chicago Bears and the New England Patriots won their respective conference championships, earning them places in the Super Bowl.

In 1986, The Chicago Bears become the first team to have consecutive shutouts in the NFL playoffs, with a 24-0 win over the Los Angeles Rams. The Bears beat the New York Giants 21-0 on January 5.

U.S. 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1985, “All I Need” by Jack Wagner peaked at number 2 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “All Right Now” by Rod Stewart peaked at number 72 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Big In Japan” by Alphaville peaked at number 66 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Chiquitita” by ABBA peaked at number 29 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Eye On You” by Billy Squier peaked at number 71 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Fools Like Me” by Lorenzo Lamas peaked at number 85 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Friends” by Whodini peaked at number 87 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “I'd Rather Leave While I'm In Love” by Rita Coolidge peaked at number 38 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “In Neon” by Elton John peaked at number 38 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Ladies Night” by Kool And The Gang peaked at number 8 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Let Me Sleep Alone” by Cugini peaked at number 88 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Make Believe It's Your First Time” by Bobby Vinton peaked at number 78 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Savannah Nights” by Tom Johnston peaked at number 34 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Tender Years” by John Cafferty And The Beaver Brown Band peaked at number 31 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Valotte” by Julian Lennon peaked at number 9 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “You're Gonna Get What's Coming” by Bonnie Raitt peaked at number 73 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1985, ✪✪ “Bruce” by Rick Springfield peaked at number 27 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1980, ✪✪ “Rapper's Delight” by The Sugarhill Gang peaked at number 36 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1980, “Better Love Next Time” by Dr. Hook peaked at number 39 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Escape (The Piña Colada Song)” by Rupert Holmes peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1980, “I'd Rather Leave While I'm In Love” by Rita Coolidge peaked at number 87 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1985, “In Neon” by Elton John peaked at number 92 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Romantic Traffic” by The Spoons peaked at number 55 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Send One Your Love” by Stevie Wonder peaked at number 7 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Ti Amo” by Laura Branigan peaked at number 5 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Understanding” by Bob Seger And The Silver Bullet Band peaked at number 38 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1985, “We Belong” by Pat Benatar peaked at number 8 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1980, 🌎 “I Don't Like Mondays” by The Boomtown Rats peaked at number 4 on the Canada pop singles chart.

U.K. 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1980, “Blue Peter” by Mike Oldfield peaked at number 19 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Carmen” by Malcolm McLaren peaked at number 79 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Freebird” by Lynyrd Skynyrd peaked at number 43 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “I Love You Suzanne” by Lou Reed peaked at number 78 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “I'm Born Again” by Boney M. peaked at number 35 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Invisible” by Alison Moyet peaked at number 21 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Is It Love You're After” by Rose Royce peaked at number 13 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “It's My House” by Diana Ross peaked at number 32 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Lay Your Hands On Me” by Thompson Twins peaked at number 13 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Like A Virgin” by Madonna peaked at number 3 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Moonlight And Muzak” by M peaked at number 33 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Stranger In Town” by Toto peaked at number 100 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Tears Of A Clown” by The (English) Beat peaked at number 6 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “The Walk” by The Inmates peaked at number 36 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Who Do You Love?” by The Intruders peaked at number 65 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, ✪✪ “Programme 7” by Dr. Calculus peaked at number 99 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1980, “Bang Bang / 2 (b) B Side The C Side” by B.A. Robertson peaked at number 53 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1985, “I Feel For You” by Chaka Khan peaked at number 4 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Left In The Dark” by Barbra Streisand peaked at number 27 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Midnight Wind / Somewhere Down The Line” by John Stewart peaked at number 97 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Moonlight Lady” by Julio Iglesias peaked at number 43 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Out Of Touch” by Daryl Hall And John Oates peaked at number 11 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1980, “We Belong To The Night / Don't Let Go” by Ellen Foley peaked at number 15 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1985, “What About Me?” by Kenny Rogers With Kim Carnes And James Ingram peaked at number 49 on the Australian pop singles chart.

Netherlands 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1980, “Babe, It's Up To You” by Smokie peaked at number 41 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1980, “David's Song (Who'll Come With Me)” by The Kelly Family peaked at number 1 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Gimme All Your Lovin'” by ZZ Top peaked at number 3 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1980, “I'm Born Again / Bahama Mama” by Boney M. peaked at number 7 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1985, “In Love Again” by Band Of Gold peaked at number 45 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Jealousy” by Amii Stewart peaked at number 28 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Like A Virgin” by Madonna peaked at number 4 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Louise” by Circus Custers peaked at number 43 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1980, ✪✪ “Walking On The Moon” by The Police peaked at number 8 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

Sweden 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1985, “All Join Hands” by Slade peaked at number 19 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Fred” by Imperiet peaked at number 17 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Gimme! Gimme! Gimme! (A Man After Midnight)” by ABBA peaked at number 16 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1980, “I'm Born Again” by Boney M. peaked at number 17 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1985, 🎄 “Do They Know It's Christmas?” by Band Aid peaked at number 1 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1980, 🎄 “White Christmas” by The Boppers peaked at number 11 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1980, 🎄 “Wonderful Christmastime” by Paul McCartney peaked at number 13 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1985, ✪✪ “One Night In Bangkok” by Murray Head peaked at number 3 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

Austria 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1985, “European Queen (No More Love On The Run)” by Billy Ocean peaked at number 20 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Freedom” by Wham! peaked at number 23 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Lucifer” by The Alan Parsons Project peaked at number 4 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1980, “No More Tears (Enough Is Enough)” by Donna Summer And Barbra Streisand peaked at number 16 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1985, “The Wild Boys” by Duran Duran peaked at number 2 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Todesengel” by Frank Duval And Orchestra peaked at number 6 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1985, 🎄 “Do They Know It's Christmas?” by Band Aid peaked at number 1 on the Austria pop singles chart.

France 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1985, “Bons baisers de Fort de France” by La Compagnie Créole peaked at number 24 on the France pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Elémentaire mon cher Baloo” by Douchka peaked at number 11 on the France pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Kalimba de luna” by Boney M. peaked at number 6 on the France pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Le Bébé Schtroumpf” by Le Bébé Schtroumpf peaked at number 45 on the France pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Tape des mains” by Les Forbans peaked at number 43 on the France pop singles chart.

Norway 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1985, 🎄 “Do They Know It's Christmas?” by Band Aid peaked at number 1 on the Norway pop singles chart.

Switzerland 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1980, “I'm Born Again” by Boney M. peaked at number 6 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Jealousy” by Amii Stewart peaked at number 5 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

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