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The 80's Datebook for July 6

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In 1981, COVER OF PEOPLE CHRISTOPHER REEVE (starring that summer in “SUPERMAN II”). Dickie Goodman later did an “interview” with Superman on his 45 single.

In 1982, Itʹs your first chance to stay up late with “NBC News Overnight” and offbeat hosts Linda Ellerbee and Lloyd Dobyns (soon replaced by Bill Schechner).

In 1985, On the cover of TV Guide: “cast of Cheers”. Other Articles: Doctor Ruth, Cagney and Lacey

In 1985, R.C., “Cannonball” by Supertramp peaked at #28 on the pop singles chart.

In 1985, R.C., “Little By Little” by Robert Plant peaked at #36 on the pop singles chart.

In 1985, R.C., “Make It Better (Forget About Me)” by Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers peaked at #54 on the pop singles chart.

In 1985, R.C., “Sussudio” by Phil Collins peak-peak-pe-pe-peaked at number one on the pop singles chart. David Letterman kept wondering what the word meant, so he invited Phil over to his Late Night show on NBC and asked him “What the heck is the deal?” Phil replies that it was a word he just made up. Imagine selling millions of copies of a song whose title was simply a made-up word!

In 1987, ABC goes for broke with a combined rip-off both the “Home Shopping Network” and the “The Price is Right” with “Bargain Hunters,” hosted by Peter Tomarken. Not only can you watch others compete for mildly valuable prizes, you can call the 800# at the end of the show and buy them your own darn self. And in the two whole months the show lasts, very few people make that call.

In 1989, After nine years, WHOT (Brooklyn pirate radio station) is busted by the FCC.

In 1983, "Class" was released by Orion Pictures; Lewis John Carlino (director); Jim Kouf, David Greenwalt (screenplay); Rob Lowe, Jacqueline Bisset, Andrew McCarthy, Cliff Robertson, John Cusack, Alan Ruck, Virginia Madsen; Comedy, Drama; Live action

In 1988, "License to Drive" was released by 20th Century Fox / Davis Entertainment; Greg Beeman (director); Neil Torkin (screenplay); Corey Haim, Corey Feldman, Carol Kane, Richard Masur, Heather Graham, Michael Manasseri, Parley Baer, Nina Siemaszko, James Avery, Grant Goodeve, Grant Heslov, Michael Ensign, Helen Hanft; Teen, Adventure; Live Action

In 1988, "Short Circuit 2" was released by TriStar Pictures; Kenneth Johnson (director); Brent Maddock, S. S. Wilson (screenplay); Tim Blaney, Fisher Stevens, Michael McKean, Cynthia Gibb, Jack Weston, David Hemblen, Dee McCafferty, Don Lake, Gerry Parkes; Sci-Fi, Action; Live Action

U.S. 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1985, “Cannonball” by Supertramp peaked at number 28 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Little By Little” by Robert Plant peaked at number 36 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Make It Better (Forget About Me)” by Tom Petty peaked at number 54 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Possession Obsession” by Daryl Hall and John Oates peaked at number 30 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “See What Love Can Do” by Eric Clapton peaked at number 89 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Sussudio” by Phil Collins peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Tough All Over” by John Cafferty and The Beaver Brown Band peaked at number 22 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1985, “Call Me” by Go West peaked at number 91 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Never Surrender” by Corey Hart peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Would I Lie To You?” by Eurythmics peaked at number 5 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1985, ✪✪ “Smuggler's Blues” by Glenn Frey peaked at number 37 on the Canada pop singles chart.

U.K. 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1985, “Axel F” by Harold Faltermeyer peaked at number 2 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Ben” by Marti Webb peaked at number 5 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Bonzo Goes To Bitburg” by The Ramones peaked at number 81 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Cherish” by Kool and The Gang peaked at number 4 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Glory Of Love” by The Armoury Show peaked at number 92 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Goodbye Bad Times” by Giorgio Moroder and Philip Oakey peaked at number 44 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Head Over Heels” by Tears For Fears peaked at number 12 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Keep On Jammin'” by Willie Hutch peaked at number 73 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Let's Talk” by One Way peaked at number 64 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Life In One Day” by Howard Jones peaked at number 14 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Love Situation” by Mark Fisher peaked at number 59 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Movin'” by 400 Blows peaked at number 54 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Rollin' Dany” by The Fall peaked at number 90 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Silver Shadow” by Atlantic Starr peaked at number 41 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Soul Passing Through Soul” by Toyah peaked at number 57 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Stars On Fire” by John Foxx peaked at number 89 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “The Shadow Of Love” by The Damned peaked at number 25 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Tomb Of Memories” by Paul Young peaked at number 16 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Who's Holding Donna Now” by DeBarge peaked at number 83 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “You're Only Human (Second Wind)” by Billy Joel peaked at number 94 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, ✪✪ “N-N-Ninteen (Not Out)” by The Commentators peaked at number 13 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1985, “Baby U Left Me (In The Cold)” by Marilyn peaked at number 34 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Everything I Need” by Men At Work peaked at number 37 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Live It Up” by Mental As Anything peaked at number 2 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1985, “My Heart's On Fire” by The Machinations peaked at number 27 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Paisley Park” by Prince and The Revolution peaked at number 38 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1985, “The Drover's Dog” by Redgum peaked at number 20 on the Australian pop singles chart.

New Zealand 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1985, “America” by Shona Laing peaked at number 44 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Cry” by Godley and Creme peaked at number 16 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Let The Children Know” by Ole Maiava and Spot On Team peaked at number 8 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Suddenly” by Billy Ocean peaked at number 38 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Too Young For Promises” by Koo De Tah peaked at number 48 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Walking On The Chinese Wall” by Philip Bailey peaked at number 18 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1985, ✪✪ “19” by Paul Hardcastle peaked at number 1 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

Netherlands 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1985, “Danger” by The Star Sisters (Stars On 45) peaked at number 25 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Obsession” by Animotion peaked at number 42 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Rockin' All Over Nederland” by Meadow peaked at number 47 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1985, “The Lady Don't Mind” by Talking Heads peaked at number 15 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1985, “You Can Win If You Want” by Modern Talking peaked at number 7 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1985, ✪✪ “Clouds Across The Moon” by The RAH Band peaked at number 8 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

Sweden 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1985, “Axel F” by Harold Faltermeyer peaked at number 18 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Rock The Night” by Europe peaked at number 4 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Walking On Sunshine” by Katrina and The Waves peaked at number 12 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1985, ✪✪ “19” by Paul Hardcastle peaked at number 1 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1985, ✪✪ “Clouds Across The Moon” by The RAH Band peaked at number 9 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

Austria 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1985, “Everybody Wants To Rule The World” by Tears For Fears peaked at number 19 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Obsession” by Animotion peaked at number 17 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Some Like It Hot” by The Power Station peaked at number 10 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1985, “You Can Win If You Want” by Modern Talking peaked at number 1 on the Austria pop singles chart.

France 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1985, “Le chanteur abandonné” by Johnny Hallyday peaked at number 13 on the France pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Love Is Love” by Culture Club peaked at number 26 on the France pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Material Girl” by Madonna peaked at number 47 on the France pop singles chart.

Norway 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1985, “Live Is Life” by Opus peaked at number 2 on the Norway pop singles chart.

Switzerland 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1985, “Feuer und Flamme” by Nena peaked at number 14 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1985, “I'm On Fire” by Bruce Springsteen peaked at number 15 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Little Bit Of Heaven” by Pia Zadora peaked at number 21 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Rhythm Of The Night” by DeBarge peaked at number 24 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Sing With Me Tonight” by Fresh Color peaked at number 20 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1985, ⏺🤣 “Rock Me Amadeus” by Falco peaked at number 2 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

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