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In 1980, On All My Children, Palmer (James Mitchell) threatened to turned an attack dog loose on Daisy (Gillian Spencer), who wanted to reveal herself to Nina (Taylor Miller).
In 1980, On One Life to Live, Oil baron Asa Buchanan landed in Llanview for the first time and immediately went head-to-head with his sons Bo and Clint. Before NBC launched Texas and Dallas's J.R. got shot, Llanview already had its own oil baron in soap land before Texas became a hot soap commodity.
In 1981, COVER OF ROLLING STONE THE POLICE
In 1981, Dolly Partonʹs single “9 To 5” is certified gold by the RIAA
In 1981, The New York State Supreme Court ruled that George Harrison was found guilty of plagiarism and ordered to pay the owners of the 1963 song (The Chiffons) “Heʹs So Fine” $587,000. They claimed similarities with his 1970 hit “My Sweet Lord.” He was ordered to pay over a half-million dollars in damages to ABKCO Music. ABKCO was owned by former Apple Corps manager Allen Klein, who left the BEATLES label acrimoniously. Of all the riffs, chords, melodies, octaves and notes out there, George had to go and pick those in particular. What are the odds of that?
In 1981, “Face Value” album by Phil Collins was released by the RIAA
In 1982, Atlantaʹs 127-122 four-overtime win over Seattle equaled the fourth-longest game in NBA history and the second-longest since the institution of the 24-second clock.
In 1983, Alabama were at #1 on the US Country music album chart with Mountain Music, released in 1982, it is the award-winning third studio album by the country music group.
In 1983, Musician Paul Weller announced his new band, the Style Council.
In 1983, R.C., “Baby, Come To Me” by Patti Austin with James Ingram peaked at number one on the pop singles chart. This was helped by the soap opera “General Hospital”, which seemed at the time to be influential in Top 40 hits of the early 1980s.
In 1983, R.C., “New Frontier” by Donald Fagen peaked at #70 on the pop singles chart.
In 1983, R.C., “The Clapping Song” by Pia Zadora peaked at #36 on the pop singles chart.
In 1983, R.C., “Too Shy” by Kajagoogoo peaked at number one on the United Kingdom pop singles chart.
In 1984, Eight p.m./ET “Knight Rider” (NBC): Seeking revenge against Michael (David Hasselhoff), old nemesis Garthe Knight (also played by Hasselhoff), kidnaps Devon, April and a scientist to force a showdown between Kitt and his new, improved Goliath. Devon: Edward Mulhare. April: Rebecca Holden. (two hours.)
In 1984, “Doonesbury” closes at Biltmore Theater New York City after 104 performances.
In 1985, British soap opera EastEnders debuted on BBC, and revolved around the daily lives of the denizens of Albert Square in London's East End borough of Walford. In the premiere, Den Watts, Arthur Fowler, and Ali Osman discovered Reg Cox unconscious in his flat. While the rest of "the Square" -- led by busybodies Ethel Skinner and Lou Beale -- was mired in gossip about Reg's condition and argued over comparative neighborliness, Pauline and Arthur Fowler -- middle-aged and on the dole with two teens to support -- fretted about telling family matriarch Lou that they had a third child on the way. 13 million viewers watched the first episode.
In 1985, Cherry Coke was introduced by the Coca-Cola Company on this day, not at company headquarters in Atlanta, but in New York City, instead. Many who grew up in the '50s rushed to buy the canned and/or bottled taste of nostalgia; hoping it would taste the same as they remembered…when they sat at the corner drug store soda fountain and ordered, “A Cherry Coke, please.”
In 1985, Mick Jagger releases his first solo album, “Sheʹs The Boss” featuring appearances by Jeff Beck, Pete Townshend and Vernon Reid (who would go on become a member of the band Living Color). That same day, “Just Another Night”/“Turn The Girl Loose” 45 was released by CBS as Mick Jaggerʹs first solo single.
In 1985, “Something stinks in here” when the body of Reg Cox is found as Britain becomes addicted to a new soap opera “EastEnders” which made its debut that day on BBC Television.
In 1986, Itʹs Stevie Nicks night on “Late Night with David Letterman.” Having been snubbed by Ms. Nicksʹ agents, Letterman spends a sizable portion of his show mentioning fictitious dates of all of her other TV appearances, including “Donahue,” “Facts of Life” and “TVʹs Bloopers and Practical Jokes.”
In 1986, On Days of our Lives, Shane Donovan (Charles Shaughnessy) diffused a bomb at the Brady Fish Market. This Brady has nothing to do with the Bunch on another show.
In 1986, “Lives In The Balance” album by Jackson Browne was released
In 1987, A controversial, anti-smoking ad aired for the first time on television. It featured actor Yul Brynner in a public service announcement that was recorded shortly before he died of lung cancer.
In 1987, “To Hell With The Devil” album by Stryper was certified Gold by the RIAA
In 1988, “Weird Al” Yankovic records “Lasagna” for his “Even Worse” LP.
In 1989, Broadwayʹs biggest flop (lost $5.3m) “Legs Diamond” closes.
In 1982, "Barbarosa" was released by Universal Pictures / Associated Film Distribution / ITC Entertainment; Fred Schepisi (director); William D. Wittliff (screenplay); Willie Nelson, Gary Busey, Gilbert Roland, Isela Vega, Danny De La Paz, Alma Martinez, George Voskovec, Sharon Compton, Howland Chamberlain, Harry Caesar, Wolf Muser, Kai Wulff, Roberto Contreras, Luis Contreras, Jake Busey, Itasco Wilson, Michael O'Rourke, Allison Wittliff; Western; Live Action
In 1982, "Swamp Thing" was released by Embassy Pictures / Swampfilms; Wes Craven (director/screenplay); Louis Jourdan, Adrienne Barbeau, Ray Wise, Dick Durock, David Hess, Nicholas Worth, Don Knight, Karen Price, Al Ruban, Nannette Brown, Reggie Batts; Superhero, Horror; Live Action
In 1986, "Parting Glances" was released by Cinecom; Bill Sherwood (director/screenplay); Richard Ganoung, John Bolger, Steve Buscemi, Adam Nathan, Kathy Kinney, Patrick Tull, Yolande Bavan, Bob Koherr, Andre Morgan, Richard Wall, Jim Selfe, Kristin Moneagle, John Siemens, Theodore Ganger, Nada; Comedy, Drama; Live Action
In 1983, “Baby, Come To Me” by Patti Austin And James Ingram peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “I'm Alive” by Neil Diamond peaked at number 35 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “New Frontier” by Donald Fagen peaked at number 70 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “She's A Runner” by Billy Squier peaked at number 75 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Shoot For The Moon” by Poco peaked at number 50 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Tied Up” by Olivia Newton-John peaked at number 38 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Voo Doo” by Rachel Sweet peaked at number 72 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Goody Two Shoes” by Adam Ant peaked at number 4 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Sexual Healing” by Marvin Gaye peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Shame On The Moon” by Bob Seger And The Silver Bullet Band peaked at number 8 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Smiling In Winter” by The Spoons peaked at number 30 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Your Love Is Driving Me Crazy” by Sammy Hagar peaked at number 19 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1983, ✪ “There Ain't Nobody Here But Us Chickens” by The Stargazers peaked at number 82 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Am I Normal” by David peaked at number 98 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Black Ice” by Dave Bartram peaked at number 78 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Brother Bright” by Cava Cava peaked at number 65 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Cash Flow” by Leisure Process peaked at number 93 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Changes” by Tears For Fears peaked at number 4 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Christian” by China Crisis peaked at number 12 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Heartbeats” by Yarbrough And Peoples peaked at number 91 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Just One More Kiss” by Renée And Renato peaked at number 48 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Last Night A DJ Saved My Life” by Indeep peaked at number 13 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Oh Diane” by Fleetwood Mac peaked at number 9 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Outstanding” by The Gap Band peaked at number 68 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Passion Killer” by One The Juggler peaked at number 71 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Photograph” by Def Leppard peaked at number 66 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Reach Out” by Toney Lee peaked at number 64 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Ride On The Rhythm” by Mahogany peaked at number 94 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Scatterlings Of Africa” by Juluka peaked at number 44 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Shadows In The Night” by Pat Benatar peaked at number 83 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “The Price Of Admission” by Stiff Little Fingers peaked at number 95 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Too Shy” by Kajagoogoo peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Wham Rap! (Enjoy What You Do)” by Wham! peaked at number 8 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “'Salive One! (EP)” by Uncanny X-Men peaked at number 33 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Down The Line (Making Love On The Telephone) / Calling” by Mi-Sex peaked at number 32 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Hooked On Hooks / Smut” by Skyhooks peaked at number 24 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1983, “I Need You / Call Me Tonight” by Paul Carrack peaked at number 23 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Science Fiction / I'll Make You Happy” by Divinyls peaked at number 13 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Shadows Of The Night / The Victim” by Pat Benatar peaked at number 26 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1983, “What's Forever For / Crystal” by Michael Martin Murphey peaked at number 22 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1983, ✪ “Dirty Laundry” by Don Henley peaked at number 7 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Do You Wanna Touch Me? (Oh, Yeah!)” by Joan Jett And The Blackhearts peaked at number 36 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Gloria” by Laura Branigan peaked at number 6 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Truly” by Lionel Richie peaked at number 21 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1983, “We Can't Be Beaten” by Rose Tattoo peaked at number 47 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Fame” by Irene Cara peaked at number 1 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Het antwoord (Alle Menschen werden Brüder)” by Frank Boeijen Groep peaked at number 35 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1983, “I Need You” by Paul Carrack peaked at number 21 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1983, “My Love Is Waiting” by Marvin Gaye peaked at number 45 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Polonaise achteruit” by Arie Ribbens peaked at number 29 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Vriendschap” by Het Goede Doel peaked at number 3 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1983, “All Right” by Christopher Cross peaked at number 5 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Palmeschtrand” by Billy Bostitsch Bänd peaked at number 10 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Passion” by The Flirts peaked at number 4 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
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