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The 80's Datebook for February 6

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In 1980, On The Edge of Night, Derek (Dennis Parker) told Calvin (Irving Allen Lee) and Deborah (Frances Fisher) he thought Draper killed Margo.

In 1981, A New York Post headline reads “Surviving Beatles Plan New Album as Lennon Tribute.” In fact, Ringo Starr was in Montserrat working with Paul McCartney on this “Tug of War” LP. George Harrison was not around. The album, however, did contain McCartneyʹs elegy to his late partner John Lennon, “Here Today.”

In 1981, In two tributes to the late John Lennon in one day, Yoko Ono released “Walking On Thin Ice — For John” in the U.S. Meanwhile, the three remaining former Beatles reunited under George Harrisonʹs auspices to record “All Those Years Ago.”

In 1981, Valerie Bertinelli guested on Fridays, a lame rip-off of the then lamer Saturday Night Live which at that time was at its valley of creativity bankruptcy. Seemed Fridays was better than SNL during the 80-81 season.

In 1981, “The Brady Brides”, TV Comedy, debut on NBC.

In 1982, Joan Jettʹs “I Love Rock ʹnʹ Roll” enters the pop chart at #63. The song will catapult the singer to the top of charts near the end of next month. Later that year, “Weird Al” Yankovic released a parody of the song called “I Love Rocky Road” for airing only on the Doctor Demento Show.

In 1982, On the cover of TV Guide: “Sherman Hemsley of The Jeffersons”. Other Articles: Falcon Crest, Jill Whelan

In 1982, R.C., “Centerfold” by J. Geils Band peaked at number one on the pop singles chart and stayed there for six weeks.

In 1982, R.C., “Cool Night” by Paul Davis peaked at #11 on the pop singles chart.

In 1982, R.C., “Turn Your Love Around” by George Benson peaked at number five on the pop singles chart.

In 1982, R.C., “Waiting On A Friend” by Rolling Stones peaked at #13 on the pop singles chart.

In 1982, Synthesizer wizards Kraftwerk became the first Germans to top the United Kingdom singles chart with the double-sided “Computer Love/The Model.”

In 1982, The number one selling album: is “FREEZE-FRAME” from THE J. GEILS BAND also includes “CENTERFOLD”

In 1982, Van Halenʹs remake of Roy Orbinsonʹs 1964 chart topper, “Oh, Pretty Woman,” enters the Hot 100, where it will peak at #12, making it the bandʹs biggest hit single thus far in their career. Wait till you see the end of that video.

In 1983, On General Hospital, Robert Scorpio married Holly Sutton in order to keep her from being deported.

In 1983, The 18-hour television mini-series “The Winds of War,” based on the Herman Wouk novel about the early years of World War II, began airing on ABC.

In 1984, 9:30 p.m./ET “Newhart” (CBS): A phobic guest (Frank Bonner) wrestles with fears about checking in, while fear of rejection makes Kirk (Steven Kampmann) anxious about popping the question to Cindy (Rebecca York). Dick: Bob Newhart. Joanna: Mary Frann. Walter: Richard Stahl. Stephanie: Julia Duffy.

In 1984, A second satellite launched from the space shuttle Challenger misfired and went off course in the third major failure of the mission, following the faulty deployment of the first satellite and the explosion of a target balloon.

In 1987, Joan Jett made her acting debut in the feature film “Light Of Day,” starring Michael J. Fox and Gena Rowlands.

In 1988, R.C., “Everywhere” by Fleetwood Mac peaked at #14 on the pop singles chart.

In 1988, R.C., “Hazy Shade Of Winter” by Bangles peaked at number two on the pop singles chart.

In 1988, R.C., “I Could Never Take The Place Of Your Man” by Prince peaked at number ten on the pop singles chart.

In 1988, R.C., “Tunnel Of Love” by Bruce Springsteen peaked at number nine on the pop singles chart.

In 1989, On Another World, Jamie Frame (Laurence Lau) married Vicky Hudson (Anne Heche).

In 1989, “ABC Mystery Movie”, TV Anthology, debut. First up: “Columbo”, TV Crime Drama, starring Peter Falk; returned on ABC during the Mystery Movie series.

In 1981, "Fort Apache, The Bronx" was released by 20th Century Fox / Producers Circle / Time-Life Films; Daniel Petrie (director); Heywood Gould (screenplay); Paul Newman, Ed Asner, Ken Wahl, Danny Aiello, Rachel Ticotin, Pam Grier, Kathleen Beller, Tito Goya, Miguel Piñero, Jaime Tirelli, Clifford David, Sully Boyar, Dominic Chianese, Michael Higgins, Paul Gleason, Randy Jurgensen, Gilbert Lewis, Cleavant Derricks, Reynaldo Medina, Norman Matlock; Crime, Drama; Live Action

In 1987, "Black Widow" was released by 20th Century Fox; Bob Rafelson (director); Ronald Bass (screenplay); Debra Winger, Theresa Russell, Sami Frey, Dennis Hopper, Nicol Williamson, Terry O'Quinn, Lois Smith, D.W. Moffett, Leo Rossi, Mary Woronov, Rutanya Alda, James Hong, Diane Ladd; Thriller; Live Action

In 1987, "Dead of Winter" was released by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer; Arthur Penn (director); Marc Shmuger, Mark Malone (screenplay); Mary Steenburgen, Roddy McDowall, Jan Rubeš, William Russ, Ken Pogue, Wayne Robson, Paul Welsh, Mark Malone, Michael Copeman, Sam Malkin, Pamela Moller, Dwayne McLean; Horror, Thriller; Live Action

In 1987, "From the Hip" was released by De Laurentiis Entertainment Group; Bob Clark (director/screenplay); David E. Kelley (screenplay); Judd Nelson, Elizabeth Perkins, John Hurt, Ray Walston, Darren McGavin, Dan Monahan, David Alan Grier, Nancy Marchand, Allan Arbus, Edward Winter, Richard Zobel, Robert Irvin Elliott, Beatrice Winde, Art Hindle, Priscilla Pointer; Comedy, Drama; Live Action

In 1987, "Light of Day" was released by TriStar Pictures / Taft Entertainment; Paul Schrader (director/screenplay); Michael J. Fox, Gena Rowlands, Joan Jett, Michael McKean, Thomas G. Waites, Cherry Jones, Michael Dolan, Billy L. Sullivan, Jason Miller, Tom Irwin, Michael Rooker, Del Close, Trent Reznor, Exotic Birds, The Fabulous Thunderbirds, Ron Dean, Alan Poul, Paul J. Harkins, Cherise Haugen, Jerry Gideon, Yvette Heyden, Ray Bradford; Drama; Live Action

U.S. 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1988, “A Hazy Shade Of Winter” by The Bangles peaked at number 2 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Centerfold” by The J. Geils Band peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Cool Night” by Paul Davis peaked at number 11 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Could've Been” by Tiffany peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Everywhere” by Fleetwood Mac peaked at number 14 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “I Could Never Take The Place Of Your Man” by Prince peaked at number 10 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “I Live For Your Love” by Natalie Cole peaked at number 13 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Rhythm Of Love” by Yes peaked at number 40 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Sea Of Love” by Del Shannon peaked at number 33 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Tunnel Of Love” by Bruce Springsteen peaked at number 9 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Turn Your Love Around” by George Benson peaked at number 5 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Waiting On A Friend” by The Rolling Stones peaked at number 13 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1982, “Feel Like A Number” by Bob Seger And The Silver Bullet Band peaked at number 29 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1988, “I Need A Man” by Eurythmics peaked at number 10 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Keeping Our Love Alive” by The Henry Paul Band peaked at number 35 on the Canada pop singles chart.

Alt-Canada 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1988, “Candle In The Wind (Live)” by Elton John peaked at number 5 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Could've Been” by Tiffany peaked at number 1 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Crazy” by Icehouse peaked at number 22 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Honestly” by Stryper peaked at number 41 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1988, “I Live For Your Love” by Natalie Cole peaked at number 50 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1988, “I Need A Man” by Eurythmics peaked at number 14 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1988, “The Way You Make Me Feel” by Michael Jackson peaked at number 7 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Yum Bai Ya” by Frozen Ghost peaked at number 92 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

U.K. 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1982, ✪ “Computer Love / The Model” by Kraftwerk peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1982, ✪ “Drowning In Berlin” by The Mobiles peaked at number 9 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1988, ✪ “I Wanna Be A Flintstone” by Screaming Blue Messiahs peaked at number 28 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1982, “A Day In The Life Of Vince Prince” by Russ Abbot peaked at number 61 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “A Little Piece Of Heaven” by Godley And Creme peaked at number 84 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Arthur's Theme (Best That You Can Do)” by Christopher Cross peaked at number 7 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Calls The Tune” by Hazel O'Connor peaked at number 60 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Cold Sweat” by The Sugarcubes peaked at number 56 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Dead Ringer For Love” by Meat Loaf And Cher peaked at number 5 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Do You Believe In The Westworld” by Theatre Of Hate peaked at number 40 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Don't Tell Me” by Central Line peaked at number 55 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Easier Said Than Done” by Shakatak peaked at number 12 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1982, “European Son” by Japan peaked at number 31 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Fungi Mama” by Tom Browne peaked at number 58 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Give Me The Reason” by Luther Vandross peaked at number 26 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Groove Baby Groove” by The Stargazers peaked at number 57 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Hot In The City” by Billy Idol peaked at number 13 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “I Got Da Feelin'/It's Like That Y'All” by Sweet Tee peaked at number 31 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “I Refuse” by Hue And Cry peaked at number 47 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “I'm So Happy” by Walter Beasley peaked at number 70 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Karla With A K” by The Hooters peaked at number 81 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Listen” by Stiff Little Fingers peaked at number 33 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Look What You Started” by The Temptations peaked at number 63 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “More Love” by Feargal Sharkey peaked at number 44 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “No More Lies” by Sharpe And Numan peaked at number 34 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1982, “No Survivors” by GBH peaked at number 63 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “O L'Amour” by Dollar peaked at number 7 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Restless” by Gillan peaked at number 25 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Rok Da House” by The Beatmasters Featuring The Cookie Crew peaked at number 5 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1982, “She Loved Like Diamond” by Spandau Ballet peaked at number 49 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Streets Of London” by Anti-Nowhere League peaked at number 48 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1982, “That Girl” by Stevie Wonder peaked at number 39 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1982, “The Boiler” by Rhoda With The Special AKA (The Specials) peaked at number 35 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “The Happy Man” by Thomas Lang peaked at number 67 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Tired Of Getting Pushed Around” by 2 Men, A Drum Machine And A Trumpet peaked at number 18 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Trick Of The Light” by The Triffids peaked at number 73 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Victoria” by The Fall peaked at number 35 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “When Will I Be Famous?” by Bros peaked at number 2 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Wild Hearted Woman” by All About Eve peaked at number 33 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “You Gave Me So Much” by Cousin Rachael peaked at number 96 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “You Will Know” by Stevie Wonder peaked at number 77 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1982, ✪ “Berserk Warriors / L'Amour No More” by Mental As Anything peaked at number 30 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1988, “(I've Had) The Time Of My Life” by Bill Medley And Jennifer Warnes peaked at number 1 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Angels on Sunday / City Women” by Major Matchbox peaked at number 86 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Celebration” by Dragon peaked at number 11 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Comin' In And Out Of Your Life / Lost Inside Of You” by Barbra Streisand peaked at number 84 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Do You Know What I Mean / Good Lovin'” by Renée Geyer peaked at number 29 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Girls On Film / Faster Than Light” by Duran Duran peaked at number 11 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Oxygène Part II (A Theme from The Movie "Gallipoli") / Oxygène Part VI” by Jean-Michel Jarre peaked at number 61 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Puberty Blues / Adolescent Angst” by Jenny Morris / The Morris Majors peaked at number 88 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Put Down That Weapon” by Midnight Oil peaked at number 32 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Sprechen Sie Deutsch / Darling I Lope You” by The Naff peaked at number 95 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Trouble / That's How We Do It In L.A.” by Lindsey Buckingham peaked at number 1 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Twilight / Julie Don't Live Here” by Electric Light Orchestra peaked at number 93 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1982, “When She Was My Girl / Something to Remember” by The Four Tops peaked at number 54 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1982, “You Got Nothing I Want / Numbers Fall” by Cold Chisel peaked at number 12 on the Australian pop singles chart.

New Zealand 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1982, ✪ “It's My Party” by Dave Stewart And Barbara Gaskin peaked at number 1 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1982, ✪ “Working In The Coal Mine” by Devo peaked at number 8 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Criticize” by Alexander O'Neal peaked at number 40 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Everywhere” by Fleetwood Mac peaked at number 43 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1982, “For Your Eyes Only” by Sheena Easton peaked at number 4 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Gloria” by U2 peaked at number 15 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Love Letters” by Alison Moyet peaked at number 39 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Never Gonna Give You Up” by Rick Astley peaked at number 1 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Piece Of The Action” by Bucks Fizz peaked at number 31 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1982, “The Voice” by Ultravox peaked at number 29 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Time Makes A Wine” by Ardijah peaked at number 41 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1988, “When The Fingers Point” by The Christians peaked at number 49 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

Netherlands 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1982, “'t Is om te brullen” by Barry Hughes peaked at number 41 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Cambodia” by Kim Wilde peaked at number 5 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Don't Stop Believing” by Journey peaked at number 50 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Ev'rybody Feel The Groove” by Daniël Sahuleka peaked at number 29 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Family Man” by Fleetwood Mac peaked at number 23 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Father Figure” by George Michael peaked at number 2 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1988, “GTO” by Sinitta peaked at number 42 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Heaven Is A Place On Earth” by Belinda Carlisle peaked at number 7 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1982, “I Won't Let You Down” by Ph.D. peaked at number 1 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Ideal World” by The Christians peaked at number 20 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Letter From America” by The Proclaimers peaked at number 29 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1988, “More Love” by Feargal Sharkey peaked at number 43 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1982, “My Heart Lies” by Barbara Dickson peaked at number 36 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Tighten Up (I Just Can't Stop Dancin')” by Wally Jump Junior And The Criminal Element peaked at number 13 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Turn Back The Clock” by Johnny Hates Jazz peaked at number 6 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Une fille de tous les pays” by Linda De Suza peaked at number 28 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Welcome To The Party” by The Chaplin Band peaked at number 34 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

Sweden 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1988, “Bara du och jag” by Lili And Susie peaked at number 18 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Heaven Is A Place On Earth” by Belinda Carlisle peaked at number 1 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Ulla-Bella rap” by Ulla-Bella peaked at number 14 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

France 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1988, ✪ “He's My Girl” by David Hallyday peaked at number 8 on the France pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Boys” by Sabrina peaked at number 1 on the France pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Manolo Manolete” by Vanessa Paradis peaked at number 10 on the France pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Maîtresse” by Images peaked at number 6 on the France pop singles chart.

In 1988, “The Look Of Love” by Madonna peaked at number 23 on the France pop singles chart.

Norway 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1982, “Josephine” by Jon English peaked at number 9 on the Norway pop singles chart.

Switzerland 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1988, “Behind The Wheel” by Depeche Mode peaked at number 6 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Du entschuldige - i kenn' di” by Peter Cornelius peaked at number 2 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Everlasting Love” by Rex Smith And Rachel Sweet peaked at number 9 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Got My Mind Set On You” by George Harrison peaked at number 11 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Hey Matthew” by Karel Fialka peaked at number 13 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Once Upon A Long Ago” by Paul McCartney peaked at number 10 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

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