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The 80's Datebook for January 19

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In 1980, Michael Jackson received his first gold album for sales of “Off The Wall”.

In 1980, R.C., “Brass In Pocket” by The Pretenders peaked at number one on the United Kingdom pop singles chart.

In 1980, R.C., “Money” by The Flying Lizards peaked at #50 on the pop singles chart.

In 1980, R.C., “Rock With You” by Michael Jackson peaked at number one on the pop singles chart.

In 1980, R.C., “We Donʹt Talk Anymore” by Cliff Richard peaked at number seven on the pop singles chart.

In 1980, The number one selling album: “THE WALL” from PINK FLOYD starts a 15-week run as the nationʹs best selling album

In 1981, Muhammad Ali talks a despondent 21-year-old out of committing suicide.

In 1981, On Another World, Jamie Frame (Richard Bekins) for arrested for aiding and abetting his mother, Rachel Cory (Victoria Wyndham), who was a wanted fugitive. Meanwhile, Mitch Blake (William Gray Espy) brought Rachel inside the cabin after finding her in the snow.

In 1981, On Guiding Light, Mike Bauer (Don Stewart) called Jennifer Richards (Geraldine Court) to the witness stand at her trial for the murder of Lucille Wexler. As she testimony began, Jennifer froze when she saw Alan Spaulding (Christopher Bernau) in the courtroom.

In 1981, On The Edge of Night, Molly Sherwood (Laurinda Barrett) fell to her death down a flight of stairs while attempting to kill April.

In 1981, the fictional character Buffy Summers was born according to the franchise "Buffy the Vampire Slayer."

In 1981, The United States and Iran signed an agreement paving the way for the release of 52 Americans held hostage for more than 14 months.

In 1981, “Weird Al” Yankovic recorded “Happy Birthday” for a Placebo EP.

In 1983, Apple announced “The Apple Lisa”, the first commercial personal computer to have a graphical user interface (GUI) and a computer mouse. It also had a hard disk drive, but it was too expensive and unreliable to succeed in the market.

In 1983, on General Hospital, Lila learned that her marriage to Edward was invalid because she was still legally wed to Crane Tolliver.

In 1983, “Pleasure Victim” album by Berlin was released

In 1984, “The Crossing” album by Big Country was certified Gold by the RIAA

In 1985, R.C., “Born In The U.S.A.” by Bruce Springsteen peaked at number nine on the pop singles chart. Cheech would remake it into a parody: “Born in East L.A.” later that year.

In 1985, R.C., “I Want To Know What Love Is” by Foreigner peaked at number one on the United Kingdom pop singles chart.

In 1985, R.C., “Run To You” by Bryan Adams peaked at number six on the pop singles chart.

In 1985, “The Fat Boys Are Back” album by Fat Boys was released

In 1988, Tired of news stories that last 30 seconds and feature only one sound bite? Tonight Dan Rather and his buddies at CBS make magazine-show history with “48 Hours,” a show that focuses on one topic each week.

In 1988, “Late Night with David Letterman” parodies Jimmy the Greekʹs racist quotes when Letterman notes the superiority of Canadian musicians. The show is halted, NBC president “Robert C. Wright” apologizes, and Dave is fired from NBC Sports, the Today Show, NBC Nightly News, and all TV comedies (such as they are).

U.S. 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1985, ✪ “Do They Know It's Christmas?” by Band Aid peaked at number 13 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1980, ✪ “Money (That's What I Want)” by The Flying Lizards peaked at number 50 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Better Love Next Time” by Dr. Hook peaked at number 12 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Born In The U.S.A.” by Bruce Springsteen peaked at number 9 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Cool Change” by Little River Band peaked at number 10 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Dirty Water” by The Inmates peaked at number 51 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Don't Make Me Over” by Jennifer Warnes peaked at number 67 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Hello Again” by The Cars peaked at number 3 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Jane” by Jefferson Starship peaked at number 14 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Lonely School” by Tommy Shaw peaked at number 60 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Make No Mistake, He's Mine” by Barbra Streisand And Kim Carnes peaked at number 51 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Rock With You” by Michael Jackson peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Rotation” by Herb Alpert peaked at number 30 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Run To You” by Bryan Adams peaked at number 6 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “She's In Love With You” by Suzi Quatro peaked at number 41 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Shooting Star” by Dollar peaked at number 74 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Stargazer” by Peter Brown peaked at number 59 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Star” by Earth, Wind And Fire peaked at number 64 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Takin' It Back” by Breathless peaked at number 92 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Volcano” by Jimmy Buffett peaked at number 66 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “We Don't Talk Anymore” by Cliff Richard peaked at number 7 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1980, “(You Make Me) Feel The Fire” by Claudja Barry peaked at number 70 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Baby And The Blues” by Quarrington Worthy peaked at number 71 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Chiquitita” by ABBA peaked at number 36 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Don't Do Me Like That” by Tom Petty And The Heartbreakers peaked at number 3 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1980, “I'm The Man” by Joe Jackson peaked at number 23 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1980, “It's Time” by Saga peaked at number 84 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Like A Virgin” by Madonna peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Make No Mistake, He's Mine” by Barbra Streisand And Kim Carnes peaked at number 89 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Message In A Bottle” by The Police peaked at number 2 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1985, “On The Line” by Rough Trade peaked at number 91 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Pretty Girls” by Melissa Manchester peaked at number 80 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Roller-Skatin' Mate” by Peaches And Herb peaked at number 81 on the Canada pop singles chart.

U.K. 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1985, “Are You Satisfied (Funka Nova)” by The RAH Band peaked at number 70 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Believe In The Beat” by Carol Lynn Townes peaked at number 56 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Brass In Pocket (I'm Special)” by The Pretenders peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Don't Drive Drunk” by Stevie Wonder peaked at number 62 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “I Hear Talk” by Bucks Fizz peaked at number 34 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “I Want To Know What Love Is” by Foreigner peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “In Love Again” by Band Of Gold peaked at number 91 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “It Ain't Necessarily So” by Bronski Beat peaked at number 16 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “James Brown” by Cabaret Voltaire peaked at number 100 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “London Calling” by The Clash peaked at number 11 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Neutron Dance” by The Pointer Sisters peaked at number 31 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Please Don't Go” by K.C. And The Sunshine Band peaked at number 3 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Police Officer” by Smiley Culture peaked at number 12 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “San Damiano (Heart And Soul)” by Sal Solo peaked at number 15 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Sara” by Fleetwood Mac peaked at number 37 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Sex-O-Matic” by The Bar-Kays peaked at number 51 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Sharp Dressed Man” by ZZ Top peaked at number 22 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Step Off (Part 1)” by Grandmaster Melle Mel And The Furious Five peaked at number 8 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “War Dance” by Funkmeister peaked at number 81 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “With You I'm Born Again” by Billy Preston And Syreeta peaked at number 2 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Working For The Yankee Dollar” by Skids peaked at number 20 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Young Blood” by U.F.O. peaked at number 36 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1980, ✪ “$60 Duck / Burgundy Rose” by Lewie Wickham peaked at number 99 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1985, ✪ “Christmas Countdown” by Frank Kelly peaked at number 16 on the Australian pop singles chart.

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

In 1980, “Bird Song / Trixi” by Lene Lovich peaked at number 77 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Choir Girl / Conversations” by Cold Chisel peaked at number 14 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Driver's Seat / Slide Away” by Sniff 'n' The Tears peaked at number 13 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Fins / Dreamsicle” by Jimmy Buffett peaked at number 100 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Gimme! Gimme! Gimme! (A Man After Midnight) / The King Has Lost His Crown” by ABBA peaked at number 8 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1985, “I Wanna Rock” by Twisted Sister peaked at number 43 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Judas / Ronnie Regrette” by Voyager peaked at number 93 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Life's A Gamble” by The Radiators peaked at number 47 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Sail On / Thumpin' Music” by The Commodores peaked at number 86 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Shape I'm In / So Young (New Version) / Shape I'm In (Dub Version)” by Jo Jo Zep And The Falcons peaked at number 22 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1980, “The Diary Of Horace Wimp / Midnight Blue” by Electric Light Orchestra peaked at number 48 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1980, “When The Money Runs Out / Takin' The Easy Way Out” by Leo Sayer peaked at number 90 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Where Were You When I Was Falling In Love / I Don't Wanna Make Love Anymore” by Lobo peaked at number 41 on the Australian pop singles chart.

New Zealand 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

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

In 1980, ✪ “Rainbow Connection” by Kermit The Frog (Jim Henson) peaked at number 29 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Hei konei ra” by Patea Maori Club peaked at number 21 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1985, “I Feel For You” by Chaka Khan peaked at number 2 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Long Ago” by Herbs peaked at number 22 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Message In A Bottle” by The Police peaked at number 11 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Please Don't Go” by K.C. And The Sunshine Band peaked at number 3 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Slug Bucket” by Tall Dwarfs peaked at number 40 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Something's Missing (In My Life)” by Marcia Hines peaked at number 5 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Still” by The Commodores peaked at number 13 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1980, “The Long Run” by The Eagles peaked at number 30 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Who Wears These Shoes?” by Elton John peaked at number 39 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1980, “You Decorated My Life” by Kenny Rogers peaked at number 36 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

Netherlands 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1985, ✪ “One Night In Bangkok” by Murray Head peaked at number 1 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1985, ✪ “We All Stand Together” by Paul McCartney And The Frog Chorus peaked at number 7 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Everything Must Change” by Paul Young peaked at number 23 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Fresh” by Kool And The Gang peaked at number 27 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1985, “I'm So Excited” by The Pointer Sisters peaked at number 19 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Kouvanjou” by The Dutch Boys peaked at number 40 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Magic Touch” by KISS peaked at number 20 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Preaching” by Roberto Jacketti And The Scooters peaked at number 33 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Rattlesnakes” by Lloyd Cole And The Commotions peaked at number 31 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Respect Yourself” by The Kane Gang peaked at number 28 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Sexomatic” by The Bar-Kays peaked at number 46 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Such A Night” by Racey peaked at number 31 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Teardrops” by Shakin' Stevens peaked at number 49 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1985, “The Power Of Love” by Frankie Goes To Hollywood peaked at number 10 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

France 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1985, “J'ai le blues de toi” by Gilbert Montagné peaked at number 14 on the France pop singles chart.

In 1985, “La p'tite lady!” by Vivien Savage peaked at number 20 on the France pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Un jour on se rencontrera” by Linda De Suza peaked at number 41 on the France pop singles chart.

Norway 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1980, “Sexy Eyes” by Dr. Hook peaked at number 8 on the Norway pop singles chart.

Switzerland 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1985, ✪ “One Night In Bangkok” by Murray Head peaked at number 1 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Blasphemous Rumours / Somebody” by Depeche Mode peaked at number 19 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Don't Stop 'Til You Get Enough” by Michael Jackson peaked at number 4 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1980, “I Have A Dream” by ABBA peaked at number 1 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Radio 24” by Polo Hofer's Schmetterding peaked at number 3 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Sexcrime (Nineteen Eighty-Four)” by Eurythmics peaked at number 6 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1985, “The Power Of Love” by Frankie Goes To Hollywood peaked at number 2 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1985, “The Riddle” by Nik Kershaw peaked at number 15 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

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