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The 80's Datebook for April 28

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In 1980, COVER OF “PEOPLE” PENNY MARSHALL

In 1984, On the cover of TV Guide: “cast of Happy Days 1974-1984”. Other Articles: Adam, Barbara Bosson. Happy Days was just over ten years old and in its final season.

In 1984, R.C., “They Donʹt Know” by Tracey Ullman peaked at number eight on the pop singles chart.

In 1984, R.C., “Weird Al” Yankovicʹs album “In 3-D” peaked at #17 on the Billboard album chart

In 1984, R.C., “You Might Think” by The Cars peaked at number seven on the pop singles chart. Great video!

In 1984, What would be the Juddsʹ first number-one hit “Mama Heʹs Crazy” entered the music charts.

In 1986, “Different Light” album by Bangles was certified Gold by the RIAA

In 1986, “This Week in Country Music” hosts (Lorraine) Crook and (Charlie) Chase make the leap into their own pop culture magazine / variety show on “The Nashville Network.” The program, having evolved into a “Regis and Kathie Lee” coffee talker is syndicated for a single season in 1996, and ultimately dropped from TNN in a purge of several country music shows in 1999 when it becomes The National Network, later Spike TV.

In 1987, For the first time, a compact disc of an album was released before its vinyl counterpart. “The Art of Excellence” by Tony Bennett, his first recorded work in a decade, went on sale.

In 1987, Ozzy Osbourne, on a Miami-to-Boston plane with returning spring-breakers, buys three rounds of drinks and sings “Crazy Train” over the PA system.

In 1987, Peter Gabrielʹs video “Sledgehammer” won awards in the U.S.A. for Best Pop Video and Best Art Design and Art Direction.

In 1981, "Bloody Birthday" was released in movie theaters in the U.S.A.

In 1989, "Criminal Law" was released by Hemdale Film Corporation; Martin Campbell (director); Mark Kasdan (screenplay); Gary Oldman, Kevin Bacon, Tess Harper, Karen Young, Joe Don Baker, Sean McCann, Ron Lea, Michael Sinelnikoff, Elizabeth Shepherd; Thriller; Live Action

In 1989, "The Horror Show" was released by United Artists; James Isaac (director); Allyn Warner, Leslie Bohem (screenplay); Lance Henriksen, Brion James, Rita Taggart, Dedee Pfeiffer, Aron Eisenberg, Thom Bray, Matt Clark, David Oliver, Terry Alexander, Lawrence Tierney, Lewis Arquette; Horror; Live Action

In 1989, "K-9" was released by Universal Pictures; Rod Daniel (director); Steven Siegel, Scott Myers, Lloyd Levin, Donna Smith (screenplay); Jim Belushi, Mel Harris, Kevin Tighe, Ed O'Neill, James Handy, Sherman Howard, Daniel Davis, Cotter Smith, John Snyder, Pruitt Taylor Vince; Action, Comedy; Live Action

In 1989, "Loverboy" was released by TriStar Pictures; Joan Micklin Silver (director); Robin Schiff, Tom Ropelewski, Leslie Dixon (screenplay); Patrick Dempsey, Kate Jackson, Carrie Fisher, Robert Ginty, Barbara Carrera, Kirstie Alley, Nancy Valen, Vic Tayback, Robert Picardo, Ray Girardin, E.G. Daily, Peter Koch, Robert Camilletti, Bernie Coulson, Dylan Walsh, Kim Miyori; Comedy; Live Action

In 1989, "Miss Firecracker" was released by Corsair Pictures; Thomas Schlamme (director); Beth Henley (screenplay); Holly Hunter, Mary Steenburgen, Tim Robbins, Alfre Woodard, Scott Glenn, Veanne Cox, Ann Wedgeworth, Trey Wilson, Amy Wright, Kathleen Chalfant, Greg Germann, Bert Remsen, Robert Fieldsteel, Avril Gentles, Angela Turner; Comedy; Live Action

In 1989, "Scandal" was released by Miramax Films; Michael Caton-Jones (director); Michael Thomas (screenplay); John Hurt, Joanne Whalley, Ian McKellen, Bridget Fonda, Leslie Phillips, Britt Ekland, Daniel Massey, Roland Gift, Jeroen Krabbé, Jean Alexander, Deborah Grant, Alex Norton, Ronald Fraser, Paul Brooke, Keith Allen, Ralph Brown, Iain Cuthbertson, Johnny Shannon, Leon Herbert; Drama; Live Action

U.S. 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1984, “Downtown” by Dolly Parton peaked at number 80 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Olympia” by Sérgio Mendes peaked at number 58 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Theme From 'Terms Of Endearment'” by Michael Gore peaked at number 84 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “They Don't Know” by Tracey Ullman peaked at number 8 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “You Might Think” by The Cars peaked at number 7 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1984, “Illegal Alien” by Genesis peaked at number 41 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1984, “The Longest Time” by Billy Joel peaked at number 36 on the Canada pop singles chart.

U.K. 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1984, “(When You Say You Love Somebody) In The Heart” by Kool And The Gang peaked at number 7 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Against All Odds (Take A Look At Me Now)” by Phil Collins peaked at number 2 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Apparently” by Farmer's Boys peaked at number 98 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “I Want To Break Free” by Queen peaked at number 3 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Praying To The Beat” by Re-Flex peaked at number 95 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Silver” by Echo And The Bunnymen peaked at number 30 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Sons And Daughters Theme” by Kerri Biddell And Mick Leyton peaked at number 68 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Standing In The Shadow” by Whitesnake peaked at number 62 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Tokyo” by A.D.X. peaked at number 99 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1984, “Blue Day” by Mi-Sex peaked at number 24 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Hold Me Now” by Thompson Twins peaked at number 3 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Rebel Yell” by Billy Idol peaked at number 7 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Saturday Night” by Cold Chisel peaked at number 11 on the Australian pop singles chart.

Netherlands 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1984, ✪ “Nelson Mandela” by The Special AKA (The Specials) peaked at number 9 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Aan elke vrouw waar 'k eens van hield” by Henk Wijngaard And Ben Steneker peaked at number 34 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Bad Boy” by Centerfold peaked at number 41 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Catch Me” by Marsha Raven peaked at number 8 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1984, “If I Say The Words” by BZN peaked at number 4 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Ik hou van jou” by Maribelle peaked at number 21 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Ik voel me zo verdomd alleen...” by Danny de Munk peaked at number 1 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Kom terug” by André Hazes peaked at number 45 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Street Dance” by Break Machine peaked at number 7 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Thank You For The Music” by ABBA peaked at number 23 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Time Goes By” by José [NL] peaked at number 16 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

Austria 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1984, “Abschied ist ein scharfes Schwert” by Roger Whittaker peaked at number 4 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Girls Just Want To Have Fun” by Cyndi Lauper peaked at number 3 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Hello Again” by Howard Carpendale peaked at number 10 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Ich will nicht wissen, wie du heißt” by Andy Borg peaked at number 7 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Rette mich” by Nena peaked at number 17 on the Austria pop singles chart.

Norway 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1984, ✪ “99 Luftballons” by Nena peaked at number 4 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Run Runaway” by Slade peaked at number 7 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Tommy Loves Me” by Carola peaked at number 9 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 1984, “What Is Love?” by Howard Jones peaked at number 10 on the Norway pop singles chart.

Switzerland 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1984, “(Feels Like) Heaven” by Fiction Factory peaked at number 2 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Girls Just Want To Have Fun” by Cyndi Lauper peaked at number 6 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Original Sin” by INXS peaked at number 23 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Rette mich” by Nena peaked at number 14 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

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