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The 80's Datebook for May 30

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In 1980, Though many say disco is deader than a door nail, “Mickey Mouse Disco” turns platinum.

In 1980, TVʹS MIDNIGHT SPECIAL Hosts THE TEMPTATIONS, plus FIREFALL, ROBBIE DUPREE (“STEAL AWAY”) and clips of ELO and JACKIE WILSON

In 1980, “Whew!”, TV Game Show; last aired on CBS.

In 1981, R.C., “Ai No Corrida (I-No-Ko-ree-da)” by Quincy Jones (Dune) peaked at #28 on the pop singles chart.

In 1981, R.C., “Make That Move” by Shalamar peaked at #60 on the pop singles chart.

In 1981, R.C., “Take It On The Run” by REO Speedwagon peaked at number five on the pop singles chart.

In 1981, R.C., “You Like Me Donʹt You” by Jermaine Jackson peaked at #50 on the pop singles chart.

In 1981, The Oak Ridge Boysʹ “Elvira” reaches number one on the Billboard country chart

In 1981, “ABC News Nightline” expands from four nights to five nights a week, adding Fridays to the schedule.

In 1984, Chicken Pox Vaccine developed.

In 1984, On All My Children, Adam (David Canary) tried to dig up dirt on Langley Wallingford.

In 1984, On As the World Turns, Maggie Crawford (Mary Linda Rapeleye) told Frank Andropoulos there was a contract out on his life.

In 1987, David Bowie opened his “Glass Spider” world tour in Rotterdam before 100,000 fans. Reviewers called the event a “travelling rock ʹnʹ roll Broadway show.” It took a 150-member crew to set up the equipment, which included two sound systems, 260 speaker cabinets, 1,000 lights and three computers.

In 1987, Mike Tyson beats Pinklon Thomas by TKO in round six in Las Vegas to retain WBC/WBA heavyweight boxing titles.

In 1987, North American Philips Company introduces the compact disc video.

In 1987, On the cover of TV Guide: “Cybill Shepherd of Moonlighting”. Other Articles: Hal Williams, Bud Cort

In 1987, R.C., “Back And Forth” by Cameo peaked at #50 on the pop singles chart.

In 1987, R.C., “Big Love” by Fleetwood Mac peaked at number five on the pop singles chart.

In 1987, R.C., “I Know What I Like” by Huey Lewis and The News peaked at number nine on the pop singles chart.

In 1987, R.C., “Right On Track” by Breakfast Club peaked at number seven on the pop singles chart.

In 1987, R.C., “We Are What We Are” by The Other Ones peaked at #53 on the pop singles chart.

In 1987, Tony Tucker TKOs Buster Douglas in ten for heavyweight boxing title.

In 1988, “The Morton Downey, Jr. Show” makes its debut in syndication, paving the way for more shock talkers to come throughout the next decade including Jerry Springer. Let the chair throwing begin!

In 1989, “Batdance” single by Prince was released

In 1989, “Three Feet High And Rising” album by De La Soul was certified Gold by the RIAA.

In 1980, "Bon Voyage, Charlie Brown (and Don't Come Back!!)" was released by Paramount Pictures / Bill Melendez Productions / Lee Mendelson Film Productions / United Feature Syndicate; Bill Melendez, Phil Roman (directors); Charles M. Schulz (screenplay); Arrin Skelley, Daniel Anderson, Patricia Patts, Casey Carlson, Annalisa Bortolin, Laura Planting, Bill Melendez, Pascale De Barolet, Roseline Rubens, Debbie Muller, Scott Beach; Comedy; Animation

In 1980, "The Hollywood Knights" was released by Columbia Pictures / PolyGram Pictures / Casablanca Filmworks; Floyd Mutrux (director/screenplay); Robert Wuhl, Tony Danza, Fran Drescher, Michelle Pfeiffer, Stuart Pankin, Debra Feuer, Leigh French, Glenn Withrow, Gary Graham, Sandy Helberg, Gailard Sartain, Richard Schaal, Randy Gornel, James Jeter, P.R. Paul, Julius Averitt, Carol Ann Williams; Teen, Comedy; Live action

In 1986, "Big Trouble" was released by Columbia Pictures / Delphi III Productions; John Cassavetes (director); Warren Bogle (screenplay); Peter Falk, Alan Arkin, Beverly D'Angelo, Charles Durning, Robert Stack, Paul Dooley, Valerie Curtin, Richard Libertini, John Finnegan, Maryedith Burrell, Rosemarie Stack, Barbara Tarbuck, Warren Munson, Al White, Teddy Wilson, Jaime Sánchez, Steve Alterman, Jerry Pavlon, Paul La Greca, Edith Fields, Gloria Gifford; Comedy; Live Action

In 1986, "Jake Speed" was released by New World Pictures; Andrew Lane (director/screenplay); Wayne Crawford (screenplay); Wayne Crawford, Dennis Christopher, Karen Kopins, John Hurt, Leon Ames, Roy London, Donna Pescow, Barry Primus; Action, Comedy, Live Action

In 1986, "A Great Wall" was released by Orion Classics; Peter Wang (director); Shirley Sun, Peter Wang (screenplay); Peter Wang, Kelvin Han Yee, Sharon Iwai; Comedy, Drama; Live Action

U.S. 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1981, “Ai No Corrida (I-No-Ko-Ree-Da) With Dune” by Quincy Jones peaked at number 28 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Back and Forth” by Cameo peaked at number 50 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Big Love” by Fleetwood Mac peaked at number 5 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1981, “I Can't Say Goodbye To You” by Helen Reddy peaked at number 88 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1987, “I Know What I Like” by Huey Lewis and The News peaked at number 9 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1987, “If She Would Have Been Faithful” by Chicago peaked at number 17 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1981, “Just So Lonely” by Get Wet peaked at number 39 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1981, “Living Inside Myself” by Gino Vannelli peaked at number 6 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1981, “Make That Move” by Shalamar peaked at number 60 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1981, “Mercy, Mercy, Mercy” by Phoebe Snow peaked at number 52 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1981, “Rain In May” by Max Werner peaked at number 74 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Right Next Door (Because Of Me)” by The Robert Cray Band peaked at number 80 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Right On Track” by Breakfast Club peaked at number 7 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1981, “Since I Don't Have You” by Don McLean peaked at number 23 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1981, “Take It On The Run” by REO Speedwagon peaked at number 5 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1987, “We Are What We Are” by The Other Ones peaked at number 53 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Weatherman Says” by Jack Wagner peaked at number 67 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1981, “You Like Me Don't You” by Jermaine Jackson peaked at number 50 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1981, “You're So Easy To Love” by Tommy James and The Shondells peaked at number 58 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1981, “America” by Neil Diamond peaked at number 45 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1981, “Bette Davis Eyes” by Kim Carnes peaked at number 2 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Day-In Day-Out” by David Bowie peaked at number 16 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Desire” by NEO A4 peaked at number 88 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1981, “I Can't Stand It” by Eric Clapton peaked at number 15 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1987, “I Know What I Like” by Huey Lewis and The News peaked at number 30 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Moonlight Desires” by Gowan peaked at number 10 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Ship Of Fools (Save Me from Tomorrow)” by World Party peaked at number 42 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1981, “Take It On The Run” by REO Speedwagon peaked at number 4 on the Canada pop singles chart.

Alt-Canada 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1987, “Day-In Day-Out” by David Bowie peaked at number 16 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Desire” by NEO A4 peaked at number 88 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1987, “I Know What I Like” by Huey Lewis and The News peaked at number 30 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Moonlight Desires” by Gowan peaked at number 10 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Ship Of Fools (Save Me from Tomorrow)” by World Party peaked at number 42 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

U.K. 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1987, “(Celebrate) The Day After You” by The Blow Monkeys With Curtis Mayfield peaked at number 52 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1987, “A Touch Of Jazz” by DJ Jazzy Jeff and The Fresh Prince peaked at number 79 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1981, “All Those Years Ago” by George Harrison peaked at number 13 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Battleship Chains” by The Georgia Satellites peaked at number 44 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Born To Run” by Bruce Springsteen peaked at number 16 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Call It Love” by Yello peaked at number 91 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Cross The Track (We Better Go Back)” by Maceo and The Macks peaked at number 54 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1981, “Don't Let It Pass You By” by UB40 peaked at number 16 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Friday On My Mind” by Gary Moore peaked at number 26 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Funky Nassau” by Black Britain peaked at number 81 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Hanky Panky” by 7th Heaven peaked at number 87 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1981, “It's Going To Happen!” by The Undertones peaked at number 18 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Jealousy” by Club Nouveau peaked at number 80 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1981, “Just The Two Of Us” by Grover Washington, Jr. With Bill Withers peaked at number 34 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1981, “Perfect Timing” by Kiki Dee peaked at number 66 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Prime Mover” by Zodiac Mindwarp and The Love Reaction peaked at number 18 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Snobbery and Decay” by Act peaked at number 60 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1981, “Sound Of The Crowd” by The Human League peaked at number 12 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1981, “The American” by Simple Minds peaked at number 59 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1987, “When You Walk In The Room” by Paul Carrack peaked at number 48 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Who's Afraid Of The Big Bad Noise!” by Age Of Chance peaked at number 65 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1981, ✪✪ “Marvin The Paranoid Android” by Marvin peaked at number 53 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1987, ✪✪ “Radio Waves” by Roger Waters peaked at number 74 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1987, “Big Love” by Fleetwood Mac peaked at number 16 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1981, “Cool World / Back On The Outside” by Mondo Rock peaked at number 8 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1981, “Fade To Grey / The Steps” by Visage peaked at number 6 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Heat Of The Night” by Bryan Adams peaked at number 25 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1981, “Here Is My Love / I Know Where You're Goin'” by Tommy Dee / Nino Tempo peaked at number 69 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1981, “However Dark The Night \ Baby” by Caesare peaked at number 71 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1981, “Keep On Loving You / Follow My Heart” by REO Speedwagon peaked at number 3 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Roll It On Robbie” by Redgum peaked at number 34 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1981, “The Ballad Of Lady Di / 2 Minutes Silence” by Hon. Nick Jones and Ian Macrae peaked at number 24 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1981, “The Girl With The Smiling Hair / Slim Chance” by The Globes (AUS 80s) peaked at number 91 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1981, “Theme From 'Ordinary People' (Pachelbel Canon In D) / Pachelbel Canon In D (Piano Solo)” by Marvin Hamlisch peaked at number 92 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1981, “Too Nice To Talk To / Psychedelic Rockers” by The (English) Beat peaked at number 73 on the Australian pop singles chart.

New Zealand 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1981, “Boom Boom” by Black Slate peaked at number 11 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1981, “Her Town Too” by James Taylor and J.D. Souther peaked at number 29 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1981, “Lately” by Stevie Wonder peaked at number 15 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Over The Hills and Far Away” by Gary Moore peaked at number 43 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1981, “Redemption Song” by Bob Marley and The Wailers peaked at number 22 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Reet Petite (The Sweetest Girl In Town)” by Jackie Wilson peaked at number 4 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Summer Love” by Soul On Ice peaked at number 33 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1987, “What's Going On” by Cyndi Lauper peaked at number 30 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1981, ✪✪ “That's Entertainment” by The Jam peaked at number 34 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

Netherlands 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1987, “Big Love” by Fleetwood Mac peaked at number 8 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1981, “Dancing Dynamo” by Sugar and The Lollipops peaked at number 24 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Fascinated” by Company B peaked at number 23 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1981, “Having Fun” by Maria Verano peaked at number 45 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1981, “In The Heat Of The Night” by Vanessa [NL] peaked at number 35 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Lean On Me” by Club Nouveau peaked at number 4 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Let's Hang On” by Nancy Boyd and The Cappello's peaked at number 40 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Right On Track” by Breakfast Club peaked at number 16 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1981, “Then The Music Stopped” by Pussycat peaked at number 10 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1981, “This Ole House” by Shakin' Stevens peaked at number 6 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1987, “To Be With You Again” by Level 42 peaked at number 10 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Twilight World” by Swing Out Sister peaked at number 39 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1981, ✪✪ “Double Dutch Bus” by Frankie Smith peaked at number 7 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

Sweden 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1981, “(Kom så ska vi) Leva livet” by Gyllene Tider peaked at number 13 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Big Love” by Fleetwood Mac peaked at number 14 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1981, “Hungry Heart” by Bruce Springsteen peaked at number 17 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1981, “Kids In America” by Kim Wilde peaked at number 2 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1981, “Kinesiska muren” by Dag Vag peaked at number 9 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Let It Be” by Ferry Aid peaked at number 9 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Live It Up” by Mental As Anything peaked at number 20 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1981, “Reggae OK” by Riki Sorsa peaked at number 20 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Run For Your Life” by Style peaked at number 4 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1981, “Vienna” by Ultravox peaked at number 7 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

France 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1987, “Ballerina Girl” by Lionel Richie peaked at number 18 on the France pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Change Of Heart (Original 1986 recording)” by Cyndi Lauper featuring The Bangles peaked at number 8 on the France pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Douce France” by Carte de Séjour peaked at number 42 on the France pop singles chart.

In 1987, “So Cold The Night” by The Communards peaked at number 17 on the France pop singles chart.

Norway 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1987, “I Wanna Dance With Somebody (Who Loves Me)” by Whitney Houston peaked at number 1 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 1981, “It's My Turn” by Diana Ross peaked at number 10 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 1981, “Jealous Guy” by Roxy Music peaked at number 6 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Living In A Box” by Living In A Box peaked at number 7 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 1981, “Reggae OK” by Riki Sorsa peaked at number 3 on the Norway pop singles chart.

Switzerland 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1987, “Lean On Me” by Club Nouveau peaked at number 7 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Let's Wait Awhile” by Janet Jackson peaked at number 27 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Shame Shame Shame” by Arabella peaked at number 13 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1981, “Silverboat” by Family Affair peaked at number 11 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1981, “Stop 'N' Go” by Peter Kent peaked at number 8 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1981, ✪✪ “Stars On 45 (medley)” by Stars On 45 peaked at number 1 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

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