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The 80's Datebook for February 13

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In 1981, (not 1982, just add the weeks!) Pink Floydʹs “Dark Side Of The Moon” LP released in March 1973 became the holder of the title of longest-charted rock album in history with it completed its 402nd week in the Billboard chart. The two LPs that have charted longer are Johnny Mathisʹ “Greatest Hits” (490 weeks) and the “My Fair Lady Original Cast Recording” (480 weeks).

In 1981, The Longest sentence was published by the New York Times with 1286 words.

In 1982, R.C., “Harden My Heart” by Quarterflash peaked at number three on the pop singles chart.

In 1982, R.C., “Love Is Alright Tonite” by Rick Springfield peaked at #20 on the pop singles chart.

In 1982, R.C., “The Sweetest Thing (Iʹve Ever Known)” by Juice Newton peaked at number seven on the pop singles chart.

In 1982, R.C., “Working For The Weekend” by Loverboy peaked at #29 on the pop singles chart.

In 1982, The 300-pound headstone marking the grave of Lynyrd Skynyrd singer Ronnie Van Zant was stolen from an Orange Park, Florida, cemetery; police found it two weeks later in a dry river bed.

In 1982, The Jamʹs “A Town Called Malice” entered the United Kingdom singles chart at number one only three days after its release.

In 1983, The World Boxing Council became the first to cut matches from 15 to 12 rounds.

In 1985, Mickey Mouse, accompanied by Disneylandʹs Ambassador, Melissa Taylor, begins a 30-day flight around the world, celebrating Disneylandʹs 30th anniversary.

In 1986, “The Colbys” fight for life, consider divorce and are suspected in the murder of an oil tanker captain responsible for an oil spill. And how was your week?

In 1988, R.C., “853-5937” by Squeeze peaked at #32 on the pop singles chart.

In 1988, R.C., “Hot Hot Hot” by Buster Poindexter peaked at #45 on the pop singles chart. Itʹs now a party classic, despite never being a top 40 hit.

In 1988, R.C., “Hungry Eyes” by Eric Carmen peaked at number four on the pop singles chart.

In 1988, R.C., “I Heard It Through the Grapevine” by The California Raisins peaks at number 84 on Billboardʹs Hot 100. The song is recorded by studio musicians based on Claymation characters featured in a TV ad.

In 1988, R.C., “I Want To Be Your Man” by Roger peaked at number three on the pop singles chart.

In 1988, R.C., “Never Let Me Down Again” by Depeche Mode peaked at #63 on the pop singles chart.

In 1988, R.C., “Pop Goes The World” by Men Without Hats peaked at #20 on the pop singles chart.

In 1988, R.C., “The Motion Of Love” by Gene Loves Jezebel peaked at #87 on the pop singles chart.

In 1989, As part of the misguided ABC TV-movie franchise “Saturday Night Mystery Wheel,” Burt Reynolds stars as Palm Beach P.I. “B.L. Stryker,” which manages to rip off both “The Rockford Files” and “Miami Vice” with the help of executive producer Tom Selleck.

In 1981, "American Pop" was released by Columbia Pictures / Bakshi Productions; Ralph Bakshi (director); Ronni Kern (screenplay); Ron Thompson, Lisa Jane Persky, Jeffrey Lippa, Marya Small, Beatrice Colen, Frank Dekova, Roz Kelly, Richard Moll, Joey Camen, Elsa Raven, Vincent Schiavelli, Leonard Stone, Eric Taslitz, Lynda Wiesmeier, Elya Baskin, Lee Ving, Ralph Bakshi, Richard Singer, Jerry Holland, Hilary Beane, Robert Beecher, Gene Borkan, Ben Frommer, Amy Levitt; Musical, Drama; Adult animation

In 1981, "Charlie Chan and the Curse of the Dragon Queen" was released by American Cinema Productions / Jerry Sherlock Productions; Clive Donner (director); Stan Burns, David Axelrod (screenplay); Peter Ustinov, Lee Grant, Angie Dickinson, Richard Hatch, Brian Keith, Roddy McDowall, Rachel Roberts, Michelle Pfeiffer, Paul Ryan, Johnny Sekka; Comedy, Mystery; Live Action

In 1981, "Eyewitness" was released by 20th Century Fox; Peter Yates (director); Steve Tesich (screenplay); William Hurt, Sigourney Weaver, Christopher Plummer, James Woods, Irene Worth, Kenneth McMillan, Pamela Reed, Steven Hill, Morgan Freeman, Alice Drummond, Keone Young; Neo-Noir, Thriller; Live Action

In 1987, "84 Charing Cross Road" was released by Columbia Pictures / Brooksfilms; David Jones (director); Hugh Whitemore (screenplay); Anne Bancroft, Anthony Hopkins, Judi Dench, Maurice Denham, Eleanor David, Mercedes Ruehl, Daniel Gerroll, Wendy Morgan, Ian McNeice, J. Smith-Cameron, Connie Booth, Tony Todd; Drama; Live Action

In 1987, "Mannequin" was released by 20th Century Fox / Gladden Entertainment; Michael Gottlieb (director/screenplay); Edward Rugoff (screenplay); Andrew McCarthy, Kim Cattrall, Estelle Getty, G.W. Bailey, James Spader, Meshach Taylor, Carole Davis, Steve Vinovich, Christopher Maher, Phyllis Newman; Romantic Comedy; Live Action

In 1987, "Over the Top" was released by Warner Bros. Pictures / Cannon Films; Menahem Golan (director); Stirling Silliphant, Sylvester Stallone (screenplay); Sylvester Stallone, Robert Loggia, Susan Blakely, David Mendenhall, Rick Zumwalt, Terry Funk, Jimmy Keegan, Allan Graf, Reggie Bennett, Scott Norton, John Brzenk, Chris McCarty, Bruce Way, Greg "Magic" Schwartz, John Braden, Allen Fisher, John Vreeland, Cleve Dean, Andrew "Cobra" Rhodes; Sports, Drama; Live Action

In 1988, "The In Crowd" was released by Orion Pictures; Mark Rosenthal (director/screenplay); Lawrence Konner (screenplay); Donovan Leitch, Jennifer Runyon, Joe Pantoliano, Peter Boyle, Scott Plank, Bruce Kirby, Charlotte d'Amboise, Page Hannah, Mark Soper, Wendy Gazelle, Sean Gregory Sullivan, Freddie Ganno, Richard Schave, Matthew Nasatir, John R. Russell, Elliott Alexander; Teen, Drama; Live Action

U.S. 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1988, “853-5937” by U.K. Squeeze peaked at number 32 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Circle Of Love” by Steve Miller Band peaked at number 55 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Coming Up You” by The Cars peaked at number 74 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Don't Shed A Tear” by Paul Carrack peaked at number 9 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Harden My Heart” by Quarterflash peaked at number 3 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Hungry Eyes” by Eric Carmen peaked at number 4 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “I Want To Be Your Man” by Roger (U.S.) peaked at number 3 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Love Is Alright Tonite” by Rick Springfield peaked at number 20 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Never Let Me Down Again” by Depeche Mode peaked at number 63 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Opposites Do Attract” by The All Sports Band peaked at number 78 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Perhaps Love” by John Denver and Plácido Domingo peaked at number 59 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Pop Goes The World” by Men Without Hats peaked at number 20 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Power Play” by Molly Hatchet peaked at number 96 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Steppin' Out” by Kool and The Gang peaked at number 89 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “The Motion Of Love” by Gene Loves Jezebel peaked at number 87 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1982, “The Sweetest Thing (I've Ever Known)” by Juice Newton peaked at number 7 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Wanna Be With You” by Earth, Wind and Fire peaked at number 51 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Without You” by Peabo Bryson and Regina Belle peaked at number 89 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Working For The Weekend” by Loverboy peaked at number 29 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1988, ✪✪ “Hot Hot Hot” by Buster Poindexter and His Banshees Of Blue peaked at number 45 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1982, “All Our Tomorrows” by Eddie Schwartz peaked at number 32 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1982, “I Can't Go For That (No Can Do)” by Daryl Hall and John Oates peaked at number 2 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Let's Groove” by Earth, Wind and Fire peaked at number 7 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Lock and Key” by Rush peaked at number 13 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Say Goodbye” by Triumph peaked at number 36 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Showdown At Big Sky” by Robbie Robertson peaked at number 15 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Spirits In The Material World” by The Police peaked at number 13 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Super Freak” by Rick James peaked at number 40 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1988, “What Have I Done To Deserve This?” by Pet Shop Boys featuring Dusty Springfield peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.

Alt-Canada 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1988, “A Hazy Shade Of Winter” by The Bangles peaked at number 3 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1988, “I Could Never Take The Place Of Your Man” by Prince peaked at number 22 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Need You Tonight” by INXS peaked at number 2 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

U.K. 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1988, “853-5937” by U.K. Squeeze peaked at number 91 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1982, “A Town Called Malice / Precious” by The Jam peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Bad Times” by Rough Club peaked at number 100 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Candle In The Wind (live)” by Elton John peaked at number 5 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Dreaming” by Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark peaked at number 50 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “For Your Love” by Barry White peaked at number 94 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Give Me All Your Love” by Whitesnake peaked at number 18 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Heaven Knows” by Robert Plant peaked at number 33 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Kiss Like Judas” by It Bites peaked at number 76 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Let's Get Brutal” by Nitro Deluxe peaked at number 24 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Love Is The Art” by Living In A Box peaked at number 45 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Lovin' You” by The O'Jays peaked at number 87 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Mirror, Mirror” by Diana Ross peaked at number 36 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Out Of Reach” by Vice Squad peaked at number 68 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Party People” by Royal House peaked at number 81 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Say You'll Be” by Jerome Prister and Output peaked at number 84 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Shake Your Love” by Debbie Gibson peaked at number 7 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Take Good Care Of Me” by Jonathan Butler peaked at number 89 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Talk Free” by Empire peaked at number 97 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “The Jack That House Built” by Jack 'n' Chill peaked at number 6 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “The Last Time” by Agnetha Fältskog peaked at number 77 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “These Early Days” by Everything But The Girl peaked at number 75 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Turn Up The Night” by Black Sabbath peaked at number 37 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1982, ⏺🤣 “Golden Brown” by The Stranglers peaked at number 2 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1988, ✪✪ “We Care A Lot” by Faith No More peaked at number 53 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1988, “Don't Shed A Tear” by Paul Carrack peaked at number 33 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Driving Wheels” by Jimmy Barnes peaked at number 12 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Happy Birthday / So We Go Whispering” by Altered Images peaked at number 23 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Love Me Tender” by Mental As Anything peaked at number 34 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Love Song / This Earth That You Walk Upon” by Simple Minds peaked at number 17 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1988, “New Groove” by Rockmelons peaked at number 21 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1982, “No Reply At All / Who Dunnit?” by Genesis peaked at number 74 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1982, “One Of Us / Should I Laugh Or Cry” by ABBA peaked at number 48 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Revolution Love” by Kids In The Kitchen peaked at number 44 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1988, “So Emotional” by Whitney Houston peaked at number 26 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Then He Kissed Me/Be My Baby / Streetheart” by Rachel Sweet peaked at number 55 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Valerie [1987]” by Steve Winwood peaked at number 19 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Waiting on a Friend / Little T and A” by The Rolling Stones peaked at number 44 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Why Do Fools Fall In Love? / Think I'm In Love” by Diana Ross peaked at number 15 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1982, ⏺🤣 “Aussies On 45 / Aussie on 45 (Pt II)” by Jonathan Coleman and The Brenda Gee Singers peaked at number 66 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1982, ✪✪ “Hooked on Swing / Hooked on Sinatra” by The Kings Of Swing Orchestra peaked at number 62 on the Australian pop singles chart.

New Zealand 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1988, “(I've Had) The Time Of My Life” by Bill Medley and Jennifer Warnes peaked at number 3 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Body Talk” by Imagination peaked at number 49 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Here I Go Again” by Whitesnake peaked at number 34 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Life In One Chord” by Straitjacket Fits peaked at number 16 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Love Action (I Believe In Love)” by The Human League peaked at number 21 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1988, “My Obsession” by Icehouse peaked at number 14 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Nelsh Bailter Space” by Bailter Space peaked at number 39 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Repetition” by DD Smash peaked at number 25 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Stop Me If You Think You've Heard This One Before” by The Smiths peaked at number 31 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1988, “The One I Love” by R.E.M. peaked at number 6 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Toy Boy” by Sinitta peaked at number 13 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Tunnel Of Love” by Bruce Springsteen peaked at number 48 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1988, 🎄🤣 “Fairytale Of New York” by The Pogues featuring Kirsty MacColl peaked at number 5 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1988, ⏺ “Pump Up The Volume” by M/A/R/R/S peaked at number 1 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 Believin'” 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, “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.

In 1988, ✪✪ “He's My Girl” by David Hallyday peaked at number 8 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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