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In 1980, “Rarities” album by The Beatles was released
In 1981, Blondie, featuring Debbie Harry, received a gold record for the tune “Rapture”; at the time, the pop-rock hit was perched at the top of the pop music charts.
In 1981, On the cover of TV Guide: “Johnny Carson (caption: The Most Powerful Man in Television)”. Other Articles: Photogenic Food.
In 1981, R.C., “Rapture” by Blondie peaked at number one on the pop singles chart.
In 1982, David Crosby was arrested for possession of Quaaludes, drug paraphernalia, driving under the influence of cocaine and carrying a concealed .45-caliber pistol in Los Angeles. When asked why he was carrying a concealed .45, Crosby replied — “John Lennon.”
In 1983, Fred Jipp was sent to prison for 28 years in Phoenix, he was convicted of bigamy and fraud. He had married 104 women in 28 countries in 30 years.
In 1983, On Guiding Light, Silas (Benjamin Hendrickson) held Quint (Michael Tylo) at gunpoint while they were trapped in a cave.
In 1984, 03 x 28 = 84
In 1985, In an early April Fools joke, the April 1 issue of Sports Illustrated contains a fictitious article about a Mets pitching prospect named Sidd Finch, whose fastball has been timed at 168 miles per hour. Author George Plimpton offers bogus quotes from real-life members of the Mets, as well as several staged photos, and fools readers nationwide.
In 1985, Roger Waters of Pink Floyd made radio history as his Radio City Music Hall concert in New York was broadcast live using new high-tech sound called 'holophonics'. It is said to have recreated the stage experience in amazing detail. Didnʹt surround sound start out that way?
In 1986, More than 6,000 radio stations of all format varieties and even Muzak (music for elevators and offices) played “We Are the World” simultaneously at 10:15 a.m. EST. The promotion became part of the biggest participatory event in history by linking a human chain of millions of people from sea to sea. Ken Kragen was the promotion genius behind the plan that raised millions of dollars and created awareness for the African famine relief project.
In 1986, “Like A Rock” album by Bob Seger and the Silver Bullet Band was released
In 1987, David Crosby (Byrds, CSN) is arrested for possession of drugs and a gun in San Diego. Give him a break, will ya!
In 1987, R.C., “Do Ya Do Ya (Wanna Please Me)” by Samantha Fox peaked at #87 on the pop singles chart.
In 1987, R.C., “Respectable” by Mel and Kim peaked at number one on the United Kingdom pop singles chart.
In 1987, R.C., “Sexappeal” by Georgio peaked at #58 on the pop singles chart.
In 1987, The Doobie Brothers moved a benefit concert from Phoenix to Las Vegas to protest Arizona Governor Evan Mechamʹs decision to rescind the state holiday honoring Martin Luther King Junior.
In 1987, The first Disney Store opens, in Glendale, California.
In 1988, “Fraggle Rock”, TV Childrens; last aired on HBO.
In 1988, “Good Morning Vietnam” album Soundtrack was certified Gold by the RIAA
In 1980, "The Changeling" was released by Pan-Canadian Film Distributors / Chessman Park Productions; Peter Medak (director); William Gray, Diana Maddox (screenplay); George C. Scott, Trish Van Devere, Melvyn Douglas, John Colicos, Jean Marsh, Helen Burns, Madeleine Sherwood, Barry Morse, Helen Burns, Frances Hyland, Eric Christmas, Roberta Maxwell, J. Kenneth Campbell, Janne Mortil, Terence Kelly, Antonia Rey, Louis Zorich, Bernard Behrens, James B. Douglas, Michelle Martin, Voldi Way; Horror; Live action
In 1980, "Gilda Live" was released by Warner Bros.; Mike Nichols (director); Anne Beatts, Lorne Michaels, Marilyn Suzanne Miller, Don Novello, Michael O'Donoghue, Gilda Radner, Paul Shaffer, Rosie Shuster, Alan Zweibel (screenplay); Gilda Radner; Comedy, Documentary; Live action
In 1980, "Serial" was released by Paramount Pictures; Bill Persky (director); Rich Eustis, Michael Elias (screenplay); Martin Mull, Tuesday Weld, Jennifer McAllister, Sally Kellerman, Bill Macy, Pamela Bellwood, Peter Bonerz, Christopher Lee, Sam Chew Jr., Nita Talbot, Barbara Rhoades, Stacey Nelkin, Tom Smothers, Clark Brandon, Robin Sherwood, Anthony Battaglia, Ann Weldon, Patch Mackenzie, Paul Rossilli; Comedy; Live action
In 1980, "Tom Horn" was released by Warner Bros. / First Artists / Solar Productions; William Wiard (director); Thomas McGuane, Bud Shrake (screenplay); Steve McQueen, Linda Evans, Richard Farnsworth, Billy Green Bush, Slim Pickens, Elisha Cook, Roy Jenson, James Kline, Geoffrey Lewis, Harry Northup, Steve Oliver, Bill Thurman, Bobby Bass, Mickey Jones, Mel Novak, Chuck Hayward, Clark Coleman, Drummond Barclay, Peter Canon, Bert Williams; Western; Live action
In 1980, "When Time Ran Out" was released by Warner Bros.; James Goldstone (director); Carl Foreman, Stirling Silliphant (screenplay); Paul Newman, Jacqueline Bisset, William Holden, Edward Albert, Red Buttons, Barbara Carrera, Valentina Cortese, Veronica Hamel, Alex Karras, Burgess Meredith, Ernest Borgnine, James Franciscus, John Considine, Sheila Allen, Pat Morita, Lonny Chapman, Sandy Kenyon, Ava Readdy, Glynn Rubin; Disaster; Live action
In 1986, "Lucas" was released by 20th Century Fox; David Seltzer (director/screenplay); Corey Haim, Charlie Sheen, Kerri Green, Courtney Thorne-Smith, Winona Ryder, Jeremy Piven, Tom Hodges, Guy Boyd, Garrett M. Brown; Tragicomedy; Live Action
In 1981, ✪ “It's My Job” by Jimmy Buffett peaked at number 57 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1981, ✪ “Rapture” by Blondie peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “8th Wonder” by The Sugarhill Gang peaked at number 82 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “96 Tears” by Garland Jeffreys peaked at number 66 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “All American Girls” by Sister Sledge peaked at number 79 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “As We Lay” by Shirley Murdock peaked at number 23 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Bon bon vie (Gimme The Good Life)” by T.S. Monk peaked at number 63 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Ch Ch Cherie” by Johnny Average Band peaked at number 53 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Do Ya Do Ya (Wanna Please Me)” by Samantha Fox peaked at number 87 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Games” by Phoebe Snow peaked at number 46 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Hello Again” by Neil Diamond peaked at number 6 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Hold Me” by Sheila E. peaked at number 68 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “How Much Love” by Survivor peaked at number 51 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “I Got The Feelin' (It's Over)” by Gregory Abbott peaked at number 56 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Precious To Me” by Phil Seymour peaked at number 22 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Running Scared” by The Fools peaked at number 50 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Sex Appeal” by Georgio peaked at number 58 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Somebody Special” by Rod Stewart peaked at number 71 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “The Final Countdown” by Europe peaked at number 8 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Where's Your Angel” by Lani Hall peaked at number 88 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Who Do You Think You're Foolin'” by Donna Summer peaked at number 40 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Celebration” by Kool And The Gang peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Fade Away” by Bruce Springsteen peaked at number 19 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Hearts On Fire” by Randy Meisner peaked at number 24 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1987, “I Wanna Go Back” by Eddie Money peaked at number 42 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Mandolin Rain” by Bruce Hornsby And The Range peaked at number 14 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Montego Bay” by Amazulu peaked at number 6 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Nothing's Gonna Stop Us Now” by Starship peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Skin Trade” by Duran Duran peaked at number 69 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Walking On Thin Ice” by Yoko Ono peaked at number 22 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1987, “I Wanna Go Back” by Eddie Money peaked at number 42 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Mandolin Rain” by Bruce Hornsby And The Range peaked at number 14 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Montego Bay” by Amazulu peaked at number 6 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Nothing's Gonna Stop Us Now” by Starship peaked at number 1 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Skin Trade” by Duran Duran peaked at number 69 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1981, ✪ “Work (No Nah No No My Daddy)” by Bow Wow Wow peaked at number 62 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Can You Handle It” by Sharon Redd peaked at number 31 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Don't Blow A Good Thing” by Vesta Williams peaked at number 89 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “I Saw Her Standing There” by The Elton John Band Featuring John Lennon And The Muscle Shoals Horns peaked at number 40 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “It Doesn't Have To Be” by Erasure peaked at number 12 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “It's A Mystery (Four From Toyah)” by Toyah peaked at number 4 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Jimmy Lee” by Aretha Franklin peaked at number 46 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Jitterbuggin'” by Heatwave peaked at number 34 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Kids In America” by Kim Wilde peaked at number 2 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Looking For A Lover” by Taurus Boyz peaked at number 87 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Loving You Is Sweeter Than Ever” by Nick Kamen peaked at number 16 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “My Baby” by The Pretenders peaked at number 84 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “New Toys” by Lene Lovich peaked at number 53 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Party Girl” by Grace Jones peaked at number 82 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Plan B” by Midnight Runners peaked at number 58 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Planet Earth / Careless Memories” by Duran Duran peaked at number 12 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Respect Yourself” by Bruce Willis peaked at number 7 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Respectable” by Mel And Kim peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Sexy Girl” by Lillo Thomas peaked at number 23 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Sign o' the Times” by Prince peaked at number 10 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Simple As That” by Huey Lewis And The News peaked at number 47 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Still In Love” by Jaki Graham peaked at number 83 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Stone Love” by Kool And The Gang peaked at number 45 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “This Ole House” by Shakin' Stevens peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Tonight, Tonight, Tonight” by Genesis peaked at number 18 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “U + Me” by Lee Prentis peaked at number 91 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Wax The Van” by Lola peaked at number 65 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Weak In The Presence Of Beauty” by Alison Moyet peaked at number 6 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “What You Get Is What You See” by Tina Turner peaked at number 30 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “With Or Without You” by U2 peaked at number 4 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Asian Paradise / Ready To Love” by Sharon O'Neill peaked at number 76 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Free Me / Mc Vicar” by Roger Daltrey peaked at number 66 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Gotta Have More Love / One For Me And You” by Climax Blues Band peaked at number 77 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Hey Nineteen / Bodhisattva (Live)” by Steely Dan peaked at number 48 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1987, “It Didn't Matter” by The Style Council peaked at number 48 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Matt Finish Play Africa” by Matt Finish peaked at number 57 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Same Old Scene / My Only Love” by Roxy Music peaked at number 35 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Sometimes” by Erasure peaked at number 45 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Trickle Trickle / Foreign Affair” by The Manhattan Transfer peaked at number 25 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Why Won't You Explain / Rock Me” by Karen Knowles peaked at number 12 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Words Get In The Way” by Miami Sound Machine Featuring Gloria Estefan peaked at number 44 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1987, “C'est la vie” by Robbie Nevil peaked at number 2 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Control” by Janet Jackson peaked at number 16 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Crazay” by Jesse Johnson Featuring Sly Stone peaked at number 22 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1987, “I Knew You Were Waiting (For Me)” by Aretha Franklin And George Michael peaked at number 3 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Is There Anybody In There?” by Hunters And Collectors peaked at number 41 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Trickle Trickle” by The Manhattan Transfer peaked at number 32 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1987, “You Keep Me Hangin' On” by Kim Wilde peaked at number 12 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1987, “At This Moment” by Billy Vera And The Beaters peaked at number 26 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Distant Love” by Maywood peaked at number 14 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Down To Earth” by Curiosity Killed The Cat peaked at number 14 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Fire (Live)” by Bruce Springsteen And The E Street Band peaked at number 22 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Gotta Give Up Your Love” by Hot Chocolate peaked at number 42 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1987, “I Love My Radio (Midnight Radio)” by Taffy peaked at number 42 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Ik heb zo waanzinnig gedroomd” by Kinderen Voor Kinderen peaked at number 8 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1981, “It's A Love Thing” by The Whispers peaked at number 11 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Les aveux” by Elton John And France Gall peaked at number 46 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Love Removal Machine” by The Cult peaked at number 24 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1987, “My Second Skin” by Cherry Wijdenbosch peaked at number 38 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Please Release Me (Let Me Go) [1986]” by Engelbert Humperdinck peaked at number 50 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Stand By Me” by Ben E. King peaked at number 7 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1981, “The Eyes Of Jenny” by Sandy Coast peaked at number 15 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1981, “While You See A Chance” by Steve Winwood peaked at number 21 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1987, “You Are My World” by The Communards peaked at number 23 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Alla kalla killarna” by Spray peaked at number 12 on the Sweden pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Annie Laurie's” by Jan Lindblad peaked at number 15 on the Sweden pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Antmusic” by Adam And The Ants peaked at number 11 on the Sweden pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Banana Republic” by The Boomtown Rats peaked at number 7 on the Sweden pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Hej Hej hemskt mycket Hej” by Hemliga Byrån peaked at number 3 on the Sweden pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Rocky Mountain” by Janne "Lucas" Person peaked at number 14 on the Sweden pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Running In The Family” by Level 42 peaked at number 12 on the Sweden pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Sign o' the Times” by Prince peaked at number 14 on the Sweden pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Sonic Boom Boy” by Westworld peaked at number 8 on the Sweden pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Walking On Thin Ice” by Yoko Ono peaked at number 6 on the Sweden pop singles chart.
In 1987, “You Want Love (Maria, Maria...)” by Mixed Emotions peaked at number 2 on the Sweden pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Cry Wolf” by a-ha peaked at number 35 on the France pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Rock The Night” by Europe peaked at number 7 on the France pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Woman” by John Lennon peaked at number 5 on the Norway pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Fade To Grey” by Visage peaked at number 1 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Figli” by Toto Cutugno peaked at number 20 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
In 1987, “I Just Can't Wait” by Mandy Smith peaked at number 16 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
In 1987, “The Right Thing” by Simply Red peaked at number 10 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
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