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In 1980, “Life In Hell”, Comic Strip, by Matt Groening, debuts.
In 1980, ABC-TVʹS FRIDAYS Musical Guests: THE CLASH
In 1981, R.C., “Just Between You And Me” by April Wine peaked at #21 on the pop singles chart.
In 1981, R.C., “Mister Sandman” by Emmylou Harris peaked at #37 on the pop singles chart.
In 1981, R.C., “Somebodyʹs Knockin'” by Terri Gibbs peaked at #13 on the pop singles chart.
In 1981, R.C., “The Partyʹs Over (Hopelessly In Love)” by Journey peaked at #34 on the pop singles chart.
In 1981, R.C., “Time Out Of Mind” by Steely Dan peaked at #22 on the pop singles chart.
In 1981, R.C., “Turn Me Loose” by Loverboy peaked at #35 on the pop singles chart.
In 1981, Wings break-up after Denny Laine leaves the band to pursue a solo career. Paul McCartney says he, too, will return to recording under his own name. Talk about broken wings!
In 1982, Jane Fonda released her first Workout video.
In 1982, Just 14 games into the season, New York Yankees owner George Steinbrenner fires manager Bob Lemon and replaces him with Gene Michael, the man Lemon had replaced the previous September. Michael wonʹt finish the season either.
In 1983, “ABC News Nightline” expanded from a ½ hour to a full hour.
In 1985, For the first time in 40 years, “Smokey Bear” went into hibernation. The symbol of the U.S. Forest Service was put aside for a public service announcement about an arson suspect being booked at the police station. Representatives of the Ad Council (the public service agency that produced these messages for radio and TV) wanted to keep his image “warm and fuzzy”. Smokey is back now and doing fine, thank you.
In 1985, Willie and The Poor Boys self-titled album is released on Bill Wymanʹs Ripple label, featuring artists such as Jimmy Page and Paul Rodgers.
In 1986, Harvey Korman and Valerie Perinne have moved on up to the West Coast, and the New Jersey couple are battling their new in-laws and just trying to fit in as “Leo and Liz In Beverly Hills.” The series (written, directed, and co-produced by Steve Martin) made its official debut in October 1985 as “The Couch,” one of several pilots presented on the CBS anthology series “George Burns Comedy Week.” Carrie Fisher and Bronson Pinchot, who had minor roles on “The Couch,” have disappeared by tonightʹs broadcast.
In 1987, R.C., “Brass Monkey” by Beastie Boys peaked at #48 on the pop singles chart.
In 1987, R.C., “Come As You Are” by Peter Wolf peaked at #15 on the pop singles chart.
In 1987, R.C., “Donʹt Dream Itʹs Over” by Crowded House peaked at number two on the pop singles chart.
In 1987, R.C., “Donʹt Give Up” by Peter Gabriel and Kate Bush peaked at #72 on the pop singles chart.
In 1987, R.C., “La Isla Bonita” by Madonna peaked at number one on the United Kingdom pop singles chart.
In 1987, R.C., “Ship Of Fools (Save Me From Tomorrow)” by World Party peaked at #27 on the pop singles chart.
In 1987, R.C., “Sign ʹOʹ The Times” by Prince peaked at number three on the pop singles chart.
In 1987, Roy Orbison headlined an “Oil Aid” benefit in Midland, Texas.
In 1989, Mike Tyson gets a speeding ticket for drag racing in Albany, New York.
In 1989, On NBC, Matlock (Andy Griffith) defends a client framed for murder. His name? David Tanney!
In 1980, "Heart Beat" was released by Warner Bros.; John Byrum (director/screenplay); Nick Nolte, Sissy Spacek, John Heard, Ray Sharkey, Ann Dusenberry, Margaret Fairchild, John Larroquette, David Lynch, Tony Bill, Don Brodie; Romance, Drama; Live action
In 1980, "Where the Buffalo Roam" was released by Universal Pictures; Art Linson (director); John Kaye (screenplay); Bill Murray, Peter Boyle, Bruno Kirby, René Auberjonois, R.G. Armstrong, Mark Metcalf, Craig T. Nelson, Brian Cummings; Biography, Comedy; Live action
In 1985, "Crimewave (US)" was released by Columbia Pictures; Sam Raimi (director/screenplay); Joel Coen, Ethan Coen (screenplay); Louise Lasser, Paul L. Smith, Brion James, Sheree J. Wilson, Edward R. Pressman, Bruce Campbell, Reed Birney, Antonio Fargas, Richard Bright, Richard DeManicor, Emil Sitka, Wiley Harker, Robert Symonds, Frances McDormand, Ted Raimi, Ethan Coen, Joel Coen, Rob Tapert, Julie Harris; Comedy, Horror; Live Action
In 1986, "8 Million Ways to Die" was released by TriStar Pictures / Producers Sales Organization; Hal Ashby (director); Oliver Stone, R. Lance Hill (screenplay); Jeff Bridges, Rosanna Arquette, Alexandra Paul, Andy García, Randy Brooks, Tom Lister Jr., Wilfredo Hernández, Luisa Leschin, Vyto Ruginis, James Avery, Lisa Sloan, Christa Denton, Vance Valencia, Henry O. Arnold; Crime; Live Action
In 1986, "Crimewave" was released by Columbia Pictures; Sam Raimi (director/screenplay); Joel Coen, Ethan Coen (screenplay); Louise Lasser, Paul L. Smith, Brion James, Sheree J. Wilson, Edward R. Pressman, Bruce Campbell, Reed Birney, Antonio Fargas, Richard Bright, Richard DeManicor, Emil Sitka, Wiley Harker, Robert Symonds, Frances McDormand, Ted Raimi, Ethan Coen, Joel Coen, Rob Tapert, Julie Harris
In 1986, "Violets Are Blue" was released by Columbia Pictures / Rastar; Jack Fisk (director); Naomi Foner Gyllenhaal (screenplay); Sissy Spacek, Kevin Kline, Bonnie Bedelia, John Kellogg, Augusta Dabney, Mike Starr, Jim Standiford, Kate McGregor-Stewart, Annalee Jeffries, Adrian Sparks; Romance, Drama; Live Action
In 1987, “Come As You Are” by Peter Wolf peaked at number 15 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Dominoes” by Robbie Nevil peaked at number 14 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Don't Dream It's Over” by Crowded House peaked at number 2 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Don't Give Up” by Peter Gabriel and Kate Bush peaked at number 72 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Go See The Doctor” by Kool Moe Dee peaked at number 89 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Heaven In Your Arms” by Dan Hartman peaked at number 86 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Just Between You and Me” by April Wine peaked at number 21 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Mister Sandman” by Emmylou Harris peaked at number 37 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “One More Chance” by Diana Ross peaked at number 79 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Playing With Lightning” by Shot In The Dark peaked at number 71 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Ship Of Fools (Save Me from Tomorrow)” by World Party peaked at number 27 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Sign o' the Times” by Prince peaked at number 3 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Somebody's Knockin'” by Terri Gibbs peaked at number 13 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “That Didn't Hurt Too Bad” by Dr. Hook peaked at number 69 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “The Party's Over (Hopelessly In Love)” by Journey peaked at number 34 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Time Out Of Mind” by Steely Dan peaked at number 22 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Turn Me Loose” by Loverboy peaked at number 35 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1987, ✪✪ “Brass Monkey” by Beastie Boys peaked at number 48 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1981, ✪✪ “Seduced” by Leon Redbone peaked at number 72 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Sign o' the Times” by Prince peaked at number 10 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1987, “The Honeythief” by Hipsway peaked at number 49 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Up The Hill Backwards” by David Bowie peaked at number 49 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Wild Horses” by Gino Vannelli peaked at number 7 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1987, ✪✪ “Holiday Rap” by MC Miker G and Deejay Sven peaked at number 9 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1981, ✪✪ “Shaddap You Face” by Joe Dolce Music Theatre peaked at number 2 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Sign o' the Times” by Prince peaked at number 10 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1987, “The Honeythief” by Hipsway peaked at number 49 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Wild Horses” by Gino Vannelli peaked at number 7 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1987, ✪✪ “Holiday Rap” by MC Miker G and Deejay Sven peaked at number 9 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Baby Love” by Honey Bane peaked at number 58 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Can't Be With You Tonight” by Judy Boucher peaked at number 2 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Good Thing Going” by Sugar Minott peaked at number 4 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Graceland” by Paul Simon peaked at number 98 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Hot Rockin'” by Judas Priest peaked at number 60 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Humpin'” by The Gap Band peaked at number 36 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Just A Feeling” by Bad Manners peaked at number 13 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Keep On Running” by U.K. Subs peaked at number 41 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “La isla bonita” by Madonna peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Mandolin Rain” by Bruce Hornsby and The Range peaked at number 70 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Our Summer” by All About Eve peaked at number 87 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Primary” by The Cure peaked at number 43 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Remembrance Day” by B-Movie peaked at number 61 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Spanish Harlem” by Ben E. King peaked at number 92 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Theme From 'Life and Times Of David Lloyd George' (Chi Mai)” by Ennio Morricone peaked at number 2 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Why Can't I Be You?” by The Cure peaked at number 21 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1987, ✪✪ “The Romford Rap” by Chas 'n' Dave With The Mathchroom Mob peaked at number 91 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “I Love A Rainy Night / Short Road To Love” by Eddie Rabbitt peaked at number 6 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1981, “One Day I'll Fly Away / Tender Falls The Rain” by Randy Crawford peaked at number 29 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Runaway Boys / My One Desire” by Stray Cats peaked at number 15 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Super Trouper / Happy New Year” by ABBA peaked at number 77 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1981, “The Wild Colonial Boy / Before The Tears” by Dr. Hook peaked at number 4 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1981, “While You See A Chance / Vacant Chair” by Steve Winwood peaked at number 16 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Witch Queen” by The Chantoozies peaked at number 4 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1987, “World Where You Live” by Crowded House peaked at number 43 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1987, ✪✪ “(You Gotta) Fight For Your Right (To Party!)” by Beastie Boys peaked at number 37 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Een keer in m'n leven” by André Hazes peaked at number 29 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1987, “I Get The Sweetest Feeling” by Jackie Wilson peaked at number 21 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Jealous Guy” by Roxy Music peaked at number 10 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Marionette” by Maribelle peaked at number 13 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Marliese” by Fischer-Z peaked at number 5 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Midnight Magic Maniac” by New Adventures peaked at number 24 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Mister Sandman” by Emmylou Harris peaked at number 9 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Puntje d'r in, puntje d'r uit” by De Slijpers peaked at number 12 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Rappin' Reggae Night” by GMT One peaked at number 33 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Se La” by Lionel Richie peaked at number 12 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1987, “The Throwdown Mix / Stone Love” by Kool and The Gang peaked at number 13 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Wat is dan liefde” by André Hazes peaked at number 26 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1987, “With Or Without You” by U2 peaked at number 2 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Duel au soleil” by Étienne Daho peaked at number 17 on the France pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Electrica Salsa (Baba Baba)” by Off peaked at number 3 on the France pop singles chart.
In 1987, “La fièvre dans le sang” by Alain Chamfort peaked at number 36 on the France pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Looking For Clues” by Robert Palmer peaked at number 6 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Stone Love” by Kool and The Gang peaked at number 22 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Weak In The Presence Of Beauty” by Alison Moyet peaked at number 23 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
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