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In 1980, Pink Floydʹs “The Wall” goes platinum a few weeks into its fifteen week stay at number one. The two-record set is largely the brainchild of bass player Roger Waters, who now emerges as the groupʹs creative head.
In 1980, “ELOʹs Greatest Hits” album by Electric Light Orchestra was certified Gold by the RIAA
In 1982, On the cover of TV Guide: “cast of Threeʹs Company”. Other Articles: Carol Burnett, Kingʹs Crossing
In 1982, R.C., “Spirits In The Material World” by The Police peaked at #11 on the pop singles chart.
In 1982, Stardate: 10236365…ah the heck with it! “a police sergeant training young cops to be the best on the force…out on the streets. Excitement! Action! Adventure! T. J. HOOKER! WILLIAM SHATNER stars. SPECIAL 90-MINUTE PREMIERE!” Oddly, the TV Guide ad for the premiere fails to include the words ZMED! or LOCKLEAR! or TOUPEE!
In 1983, The first USFL overtime game-Birmingham Stallions beat Oakland Invaders 20-14.
In 1983, U2 topped the United Kingdom album chart for the first time with “War.”
In 1983, “The Larry King Show”, TV Talk Show; debut in syndication.
In 1984, On Days of our Lives, Roman and Marlena argued about her helping out with the investigation. Later, Roman, Bo (Peter Reckell) and Eugene (John de Lancie) fooled Stefano (Joseph Mascolo) into believing Roman was ready to give up after they realized the house was bugged.
In 1984, On General Hospital, Mike (David Mendenhall) was devastated over Lesley's death, and asked Rick (Chris Robinson) if he could go to the funeral.
In 1984, “Splash” starring Darryl Hannah opened in movie theaters.
In 1985, “Hello, I Must Be Going” album by Phil Collins was certified Platinum by the RIAA
In 1985, “Valotte” album by Julian Lennon was certified Platinum by the RIAA
In 1986, Space probe Giotto encounters Halleyʹs Comet.
In 1987, Bryan Adamsʹ “Heat Of The Night” was the first cassette single released, putting another nail in the coffin of the deloved vinyl 45.
In 1988, Longest conga line ever with 119,980 people.
In 1981, "Back Roads" was released by Warner Bros. / CBS Theatrical Films; Martin Ritt (director); Gary DeVore (screenplay); Sally Field, Tommy Lee Jones, David Keith, Michael V. Gazzo, Barbara Babcock, Miriam Colon, M. Emmet Walsh; Romance, Comedy; Live Action
In 1981, "The Funhouse" was released by Universal Pictures / Mace Neufeld Productions; Tobe Hooper (director); Larry Block (screenplay); Elizabeth Berridge, Cooper Huckabee, Largo Woodruff, Miles Chapin, Kevin Conway, Sylvia Miles, William Finley, Wayne Doba, Shawn Carson, Rebuka Hoye, Jack McDermott, Jeanne Austin; Slasher; Live Action
In 1981, "Modern Romance" was released by Columbia Pictures; Albert Brooks (director/screenplay); Monica Johnson (screenplay); Albert Brooks, Kathryn Harrold, Bruno Kirby, James L. Brooks, George Kennedy, Albert Henderson; Comedy, Romance; Live Action
In 1987, "Evil Dead II" was released by De Laurentiis Entertainment Group / Embassy Communications / Renaissance Pictures; Sam Raimi (director/screenplay); Scott Spiegel (screenplay); Bruce Campbell, Sarah Berry, Dan Hicks, Kassie Wesley, Ted Raimi, Richard Domeier, Denise Bixler, John Peaks, Lou Hancock, William Preston Robertson, Snowy Winters; Horror, Comedy; Live Action
In 1987, "Tin Men" was released by Touchstone Pictures / Silver Screen Partners; Barry Levinson (director/screenplay); Richard Dreyfuss, Danny DeVito, Barbara Hershey, John Mahoney, Jackie Gayle, Seymour Cassel, Bruno Kirby, Michael Tucker, J.T. Walsh, Deirdre O'Connell; Comedy; Live Action
In 1982, “I'll Fall In Love Again” by Sammy Hagar peaked at number 43 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1982, “Sad Girl” by GQ peaked at number 93 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1982, “Sleep Walk” by Larry Carlton peaked at number 74 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1982, “Spirits In The Material World” by The Police peaked at number 11 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1982, “The Longer You Wait” by Gino Vannelli peaked at number 89 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1982, “When All Is Said And Done” by ABBA peaked at number 27 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1982, “Sweet Dreams” by Air Supply peaked at number 14 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1982, “Tonight I'm Yours (Don't Hurt Me)” by Rod Stewart peaked at number 2 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1982, “Beat The Beat” by Mari Wilson peaked at number 59 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1982, “Don't Talk” by Hank Marvin peaked at number 49 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1982, “Hollywood” by Thin Lizzy peaked at number 53 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1982, “It Ain't What You Do It's The Way That You Do It” by Fun Boy Three With Bananarama peaked at number 4 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1982, “Love Makes The World Go Round” by The Jets peaked at number 21 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1982, “Love Plus One” by Haircut 100 peaked at number 3 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1982, “Run To The Hills” by Iron Maiden peaked at number 7 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1982, “See You” by Depeche Mode peaked at number 6 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1982, “Seven And Seven Is” by Alice Cooper peaked at number 62 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1982, “Some Guys Have All The Luck” by Robert Palmer peaked at number 16 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1982, “Stars On 45 III (A Tribute To Stevie Wonder) aka Stars on Stevie” by Stars On 45 peaked at number 14 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1982, “Tonight I'm Gonna Love You All Over” by The Four Tops peaked at number 43 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1982, “Favourite Shirts (Boy Meets Girl) / Boat Party” by Haircut 100 peaked at number 97 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1982, “In Your Letter / Shakin' It Loose” by REO Speedwagon peaked at number 100 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1982, “Let's Groove / Let's Groove (Instrumental)” by Earth, Wind And Fire peaked at number 15 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1982, “Sons And Daughters Theme (3/4 Version) / Sons And Daughters Theme (4/4 Version)” by Kerri Biddell And Mick Leyton peaked at number 88 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1982, “Souvenir / Motion And Heart / Sacred Heart” by Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark peaked at number 57 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1982, “World Of Stone (EP)” by Hunters And Collectors peaked at number 50 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1982, “Centerfold” by The J. Geils Band peaked at number 5 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1982, “Dolannes Melodie” by Jean-Claude Borelly peaked at number 44 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1982, “Hands Up (Give Me Your Heart)” by Ottawan peaked at number 1 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1982, “Leather And Lace” by Stevie Nicks With Don Henley peaked at number 50 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1982, “Our Lips Are Sealed” by The Go-Go's peaked at number 23 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1982, “Penthouse And Pavement” by Heaven 17 peaked at number 37 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1982, “Theme From 'Hill Street Blues'” by Mike Post Featuring Larry Carlton peaked at number 9 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1982, “Town Called Malice” by The Jam peaked at number 14 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1982, ✪ “Golden Brown” by The Stranglers peaked at number 10 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1982, “(Oh) Pretty Woman” by Van Halen peaked at number 28 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1982, “Black Pearl” by Margriet Eshuijs Band peaked at number 15 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1982, “Get It On” by Sandra Reemer peaked at number 47 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1982, “Les lacs du Connemara” by Michel Sardou peaked at number 9 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1982, “M'innamoro di te” by Ricchi And Poveri peaked at number 27 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1982, “Spank - Sixty-Nine” by Brooklyn Express peaked at number 12 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1982, “Town Called Malice” by The Jam peaked at number 7 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1982, “Never Again” by Classix Nouveaux peaked at number 19 on the Sweden pop singles chart.
In 1982, “Oh Julie” by Shakin' Stevens peaked at number 1 on the Sweden pop singles chart.
In 1982, “Some Guys Have All The Luck” by Robert Palmer peaked at number 7 on the Sweden pop singles chart.
In 1982, “The Unguarded Angel” by The Church peaked at number 9 on the Sweden pop singles chart.
In 1982, “Ögon av is” by Ratata peaked at number 12 on the Sweden pop singles chart.
In 1982, “Polonäse Blankenese” by Gottlieb Wendehals peaked at number 10 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1982, “Puppe (Du bist a moderne Hex')” by Nickerbocker peaked at number 3 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1982, “Storie di tutti i giorni” by Riccardo Fogli peaked at number 7 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
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