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In 1980, Alabama released "Tennessee River" which became their first US Country #1 hit. "Tennessee River" began Alabama's string of 21 consecutive #1 singles in as many releases, a string that spanned from 1980 through 1987.
In 1980, Former Buggles members Geoff Downes and Trevor Horn joined the rock group Yes while replacing the departed Jon Anderson and Rick Wakeman.
In 1980, Paul McCartney released “McCartney II” album.
In 1980, THE MIDNIGHT SPECIAL A rerun with appearances by ROY ORBISON, BILLY PRESTON and SYREETA, PATTI LABELLE, JIMMY RUFFIN, GENESIS, DAVID BOWIE
In 1981, R.C., “Bette Davis Eyes” by Kim Carnes peaked at number one on the pop singles chart and stayed there for nine weeks (skipping over a week), inspired at least a dozen parodies, “Jimmy Duranteʹs Nose”, “Colonel Sanderʹs Thighs”, the biggest one was “Marty Feldman Eyes” by Bruce Baby Manbaum.
In 1981, R.C., “Can You Feel It” by The Jacksons peaked at #77 on the pop singles chart.
In 1981, R.C., “Hold On Loosely” by 38 Special peaked at #27 on the pop singles chart.
In 1981, R.C., “Hurry Up And Wait” by Isley Brothers peaked at #58 on the pop singles chart.
In 1981, “SCTV Network 90” began airing on NBC after spending four years in syndication as “Second City Television” as a 30 minute format at 12:30am in the Eastern and Pacific Time Zones. (Due to quirks in the late night daypart, it was late May 15 in the Central and Mountain Time Zones where it premiered at 11:30pm.)
In 1983, “Mr. Roboto” single by Styx was certified Gold by the RIAA
In 1984, In what some consider the start and/or end of one of the worldʹs greatest practical jokes, Andy Kaufman dies of a rare form of lung cancer, despite being a life-long nonsmoker who never drank, used drugs, or ate red meat.
In 1985, Michael “Air” Jordan was named Rookie of the Year in the National Basketball Association. Jordan, of the Chicago Bulls, was the number three draft choice. At the time, Sir Michael was third in the league scoring with a 28.2 average and fourth in steals with 2.39 per game.
In 1985, On “Late Night with David Letterman” on NBC, In Los Angeles. Explaining that he really “canʹt work without this,” Johnny Carson proceeded to unfold his own portable desk for his first-ever panel as Daveʹs guest. Later, Lee Marvin came out and gave Dave a piece of what little remained of his mind.
In 1986, “Bobbyʹs in the Shower on Dallas”. Pam Ewing — still pining for her do-good hubbie, Bobby, who had died the previous year — woke up one morning to the sound of the shower. She swung open the door of the steam-filled shower stall to find a cheery, lathery Bobby. “Good morning,” he said — season-ending freeze-frame. In the fall, we found out Bobbyʹs death — in fact, conveniently, the whole misbegotten preceding season — had just been a dream of Pamʹs.
In 1986, “Top Gun” starring Tom Cruise, Kelly McGillis, and Val Kilmer opened right into the danger zone of the movie theaters in the U.S.A.
In 1987, It was a grand day in New York Harbor. “Bobro 400”, a huge barge, set sail within eyesight of the Statue of Liberty with 3,200 tons of garbage that nobody wanted. The floating trash heap soon became Americaʹs most well-traveled garbage can as it began an eight-week, 6,000 mile Odyssey in search of a willing dumping site. Guess what? “Bobro 400” returned to New York Harbor after the lengthy journey — and brought all that garbage back with it!
In 1987, On the cover of TV Guide: “cast of Head of the Class”. Other Articles: Garry Shandling, $6 Million Dollar Man
In 1987, R.C., “Get That Love” by Thompson Twins peaked at #31 on the pop singles chart.
In 1987, R.C., “Heat Of The Night” by Bryan Adams peaked at number six on the pop singles chart.
In 1987, R.C., “Talk Dirty To Me” by Poison peaked at number nine on the pop singles chart.
In 1987, R.C., “With Or Without You” by U2 peaked at number one on the pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Weird Al” Yankovic gave a live performance at 72nd National Orange Show in San Bernardino, California.
In 1980, "Fame" was released by United Artists; Alan Parker (director); Christopher Gore (screenplay); Eddie Barth, Irene Cara, Lee Curreri, Laura Dean, Antonia Franceschi, Boyd Gaines, Albert Hague, Tresa Hughes, Steve Inwood, Paul McCrane, Anne Meara, Joanna Merlin, Barry Miller, Jim Moody, Gene Anthony Ray, Maureen Teefy, Debbie Allen, Richard Belzer, Bill Britten, Isaac Mizrahi, Sal Piro, Michael DeLorenzo, Meg Tilly; Teen, Drama; Live action
In 1980, "The Great Rock 'n' Roll Swindle" was released by Virgin Films; Julien Temple (director/screenplay); Malcolm McLaren, Steve Jones, Paul Cook, Sid Vicious, Johnny Rotten, Ronnie Biggs, Mary Millington, Irene Handl, Liz Fraser, Jess Conrad, Helen of Troy, Tenpole Tudor, James Aubrey, Johnny Shannon, Judy Croll, Peter Dean, Dave Dee, Alan Jones; Mockumentary; Live action
In 1980, "Humanoids from the Deep" was released by New World Pictures; Barbara Peeters (director); Frederick James (screenplay); Doug McClure, Ann Turkel, Vic Morrow, Lynn Schiller, Anthony Pena, Denise Galik, David Strassman, Greg Travis, Linda Shayne, Cindy Weintraub, Meegan King, Breck Costin, Hoke Howell, Don Maxwell, Lisa Glaser, Julie Kestel, Bruce Monette, Shawn Erler; Sci-Fi; Live action
In 1980, "The Long Riders" was released by United Artists / Huka Productions; Walter Hill (director); Bill Bryden, Steven Phillip Smith, Stacy Keach, James Keach (screenplay); David Carradine, Keith Carradine, Robert Carradine, James Keach, Stacy Keach, Dennis Quaid, Randy Quaid, Christopher Guest, Nicholas Guest, Savannah Smith Boucher, James Whitmore Jr., Kevin Brophy, Harry Carey Jr., Shelby Leverington, Felice Orlandi, Pamela Reed, Lin Shaye, James Remar, Ever Carradine, Kalen Keach; Western; Live action
In 1983, "Deadly Eyes" was released by Warner Bros. / Golden Harvest; Robert Clouse (director); Charles H. Eglee, James Herbert (screenplay); Sam Groom, Scatman Crothers, Sara Botsford, Cec Linder, Lisa Langlois, Lesleh Donaldson; Horror; Live action
In 1986, "Hard Choices" was released by Lorimar-Telepictures; Rick King (director/screenplay); Margaret Klenck, John Sayles, John Seitz, J.T. Walsh, John Snyder, Martin Donovan, Spalding Gray; Crime; Live Action
In 1986, "Top Gun" was released by Paramount Pictures / Jerry Bruckheimer; Tony Scott (director); Jim Cash, Jack Epps Jr. (screenplay); Tom Cruise, Kelly McGillis, Val Kilmer, Anthony Edwards, Tom Skerritt, Michael Ironside, John Stockwell, Barry Tubb, Rick Rossovich, Tim Robbins, James Tolkan, Meg Ryan, Clarence Gilyard, Whip Hubley, Adrian Pasdar; Action, Drama, Romance; Live Action
In 1981, “Blessed Are The Believers” by Anne Murray peaked at number 34 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “But You Know I Love You” by Dolly Parton peaked at number 41 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Can You Feel It” by The Jacksons peaked at number 77 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Get That Love” by Thompson Twins peaked at number 31 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Heat Of The Night” by Bryan Adams peaked at number 6 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Hold On Loosely” by 38 Special peaked at number 27 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Hurry Up And Wait” by The Isley Brothers peaked at number 58 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “I Loved 'Em Every One” by T.G. Sheppard peaked at number 37 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Love You Like I Never Loved Before” by John O'Banion peaked at number 24 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Meet El Presidente” by Duran Duran peaked at number 70 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Next Time You'll Know” by Sister Sledge peaked at number 82 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “One Day In Your Life” by Michael Jackson peaked at number 55 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Se La” by Lionel Richie peaked at number 20 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Should I See” by Frozen Ghost peaked at number 69 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Talk Dirty To Me” by Poison peaked at number 9 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “The Right Thing” by Simply Red peaked at number 27 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “With Or Without You” by U2 peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Angel Of The Morning” by Juice Newton peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Blessed Are The Believers” by Anne Murray peaked at number 13 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Everything I Own” by Boy George peaked at number 13 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Her Town Too” by James Taylor And J.D. Souther peaked at number 19 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Serious” by Donna Allen peaked at number 68 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Time Out Of Mind” by Steely Dan peaked at number 31 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Walking Down Your Street” by The Bangles peaked at number 26 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1987, “What's Going On” by Cyndi Lauper peaked at number 30 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Everything I Own” by Boy George peaked at number 13 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Serious” by Donna Allen peaked at number 68 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Walking Down Your Street” by The Bangles peaked at number 26 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1987, “What's Going On” by Cyndi Lauper peaked at number 30 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Alone Again Or” by The Damned peaked at number 27 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Another Step (Closer To You)” by Kim Wilde And Junior peaked at number 6 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Any Colour” by Cutting Crew peaked at number 83 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Big Love” by Fleetwood Mac peaked at number 9 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Boops (Here To Go)” by Sly And Robbie peaked at number 12 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Can't Be Your Part Time Lover” by Nanette Frank peaked at number 81 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Carrie” by Europe peaked at number 22 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Dominoes” by Robbie Nevil peaked at number 26 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Don't Let Go The Coat” by The Who peaked at number 47 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Grey Day” by Madness peaked at number 4 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Heaven's Just A Breath Away” by Hindsight peaked at number 84 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Houses In Motion” by Talking Heads peaked at number 50 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “I Want To Hear It From You” by Go West peaked at number 43 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “I'm In Love” by Ruby Turner peaked at number 57 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Is Vic There” by Department S peaked at number 22 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Keep On Loving You” by REO Speedwagon peaked at number 7 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Let It Be With You” by Belouis Some peaked at number 53 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Let Yourself Go” by Sybil peaked at number 32 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Lil Devil” by The Cult peaked at number 11 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Living In A Box” by Living In A Box peaked at number 5 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Never Take Me Alive” by Spear Of Destiny peaked at number 14 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Nosedive Karma” by Gaye Bykers On Acid peaked at number 94 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Obsessed” by 999 peaked at number 71 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Radio Head” by Talking Heads peaked at number 52 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Real Fashion Reggae Style” by Carey Johnson peaked at number 19 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Save Me” by Hollywood Beyond peaked at number 99 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Scatterlings Of Africa” by Johnny Clegg And Savuka peaked at number 75 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Strangelove” by Depeche Mode peaked at number 16 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Surprise Surprise” by Zushii peaked at number 97 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Tell Me What I Gotta Do” by Al Jarreau peaked at number 98 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “The Art Of Parties” by Japan peaked at number 48 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “There's A Ghost In My House” by The Fall peaked at number 30 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Why Should I Cry?” by Nona Hendryx peaked at number 60 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “You Drive Me Crazy” by Shakin' Stevens peaked at number 2 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Angel Of The Morning / Headin' For A Heartache” by Juice Newton peaked at number 2 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Day-In Day-Out” by David Bowie peaked at number 33 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Dog Eat Dog / Physical (You're So)” by Adam And The Ants peaked at number 22 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Eighth Day / Monsters In Disguise” by Hazel O'Connor peaked at number 78 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Her Town Too / Believe It or Not” by James Taylor And J.D. Souther peaked at number 54 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1981, “If You Could Read My Mind / Somebody's Eyes” by Viola Wills peaked at number 80 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Jealous Guy / To Turn You On” by Roxy Music peaked at number 1 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Late At Night / One, Two, Three” by Maywood peaked at number 72 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Message Of Love / Porcelain” by The Pretenders peaked at number 15 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Short Note / Layman's Day” by Matt Finish peaked at number 33 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Sign o' the Times” by Prince peaked at number 29 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Weak In The Presence Of Beauty” by Alison Moyet peaked at number 30 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1987, “With Or Without You” by U2 peaked at number 9 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Without Your Love / Say It Ain't So Joe” by Roger Daltrey peaked at number 88 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1981, ✪ “The Oldest Swinger In Town” by Fred Wedlock peaked at number 30 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Ballade pour Adeline” by Richard Clayderman peaked at number 36 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Being With You” by Smokey Robinson peaked at number 1 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Big Love” by Fleetwood Mac peaked at number 29 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Big Time” by Peter Gabriel peaked at number 19 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Bird Noises (EP)” by Midnight Oil peaked at number 48 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Going Home: Theme Of The Local Hero” by Mark Knopfler peaked at number 18 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Heat Of The Night” by Bryan Adams peaked at number 20 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1987, “I Can Prove It” by Phil Fearon peaked at number 38 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1987, “I Got The Feelin' (It's Over)” by Gregory Abbott peaked at number 12 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Kiss On My List” by Daryl Hall And John Oates peaked at number 33 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1981, “My Girl” by Rod Stewart peaked at number 42 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Once Bitten Twice Shy” by Vesta Williams peaked at number 42 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Shadow Of The Night” by Fat Sally peaked at number 48 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1987, “So Cold The Night” by The Communards peaked at number 44 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1987, “What's My Scene” by Hoodoo Gurus peaked at number 35 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1981, “While You See A Chance” by Steve Winwood peaked at number 28 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Babe's In The Wood” by Matchbox peaked at number 41 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Can You Feel It” by The Jacksons peaked at number 3 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Goudzoekers” by Frank Boeijen Groep peaked at number 50 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1981, “I Missed Again” by Phil Collins peaked at number 28 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Kom dans met mij Colinda” by Colinda peaked at number 49 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Lieb' mich ein letztes Mal” by Roland Kaiser peaked at number 34 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Meet El Presidente” by Duran Duran peaked at number 31 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Monica” by Circus Custers peaked at number 17 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Wanted Dead Or Alive” by Bon Jovi peaked at number 20 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Without Your Love” by Roger Daltrey peaked at number 2 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Jealous Guy” by Roxy Music peaked at number 6 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Johnny Blue” by Lena Valaitis peaked at number 14 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Live It Up” by Mental As Anything peaked at number 15 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Making Your Mind Up” by Bucks Fizz peaked at number 1 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Respectable” by Mel And Kim peaked at number 7 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Stay” by Bonnie Bianco And Pierre Cosso peaked at number 3 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Everything I Own” by Boy George peaked at number 8 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Jericho” by Brothers Return peaked at number 7 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Why Can't I Be You?” by The Cure peaked at number 28 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
In 1987, “With Or Without You” by U2 peaked at number 10 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
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