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The 80's Datebook for July 7

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In 1980, COVER OF PEOPLE The stars of “THE EMPIRE STRIKES BACK” (Harrison Ford, Carrie Fisher, Marc Hamill, Billy Dee Williams)

In 1980, Exactly twelve years after The Yardbirds broke up, Led Zeppelin played its final concert at the Eissporthalle in West Berlin. Three months later, drummer John Bonham would be dead after a drinking binge at Jimmy Pageʹs mansion in Windsor, Berkshire. The group decided not to continue after 'the loss of our dear friend'.

In 1980, Jim King completes riding Miracle Strip Roller coaster 368 hours.

In 1980, “Newsweekʹs” film critic David Ansen describes the Village Peopleʹs screen debut “Canʹt Stop The Music” as “The worldʹs first all-singing, all-dancing, horror film.”

In 1981, Sandra Day OʹConnor was chosen by U.S. President Ronald Reagan to become the first woman on the U.S. Supreme Court. (She was unanimously approved by the Senate.)

In 1984, On the cover of TV Guide: “Valerie Bertinelli”. Other Articles: Michael Gross, Jesse Owens

In 1984, R.C., “Dance Hall Days” by Wang Chung peaked at #16 on the pop singles chart.

In 1984, R.C., “Donʹt Walk Away” by Rick Springfield peaked at #26 on the pop singles chart.

In 1984, R.C., “I Lost On Jeopardy” by “Weird Al” Yankovic peaked at #81 on the pop singles chart; it was a parody of Greg Kihnʹs “Jeopardy” whose title had nothing to do with the game show.

In 1984, R.C., “Jump (For My Love)” by Pointer Sisters peaked at number three on the pop singles chart. David Tanny saw them at UCSD in 1984.

In 1984, R.C., “Magic” by The Cars peaked at #12 on the pop singles chart.

In 1984, R.C., “Thin Line Between Love And Hate” by Pretenders peaked at #83 on the pop singles chart.

In 1984, R.C., “When Doves Cry” by Prince peaked at number one on the pop singles chart.

In 1986, American athlete Jackie Joyner-Kersee sets world heptathlon record of 7,148 points in the inaugural Goodwill Games at Moscow.

In 1986, IBM-PC DOS Version 3.2 (updated) released.

In 1987, Lieutenant Colonel Oliver North began his long-awaited public testimony at the Iran-Contra hearing on Capitol Hill, telling House members that he “never carried out a single act, not one” without authorization. At the height of Ollie-mania, you could buy posters, t-shirts and even an “Ollie North Coloring Book,” done by the folks associated with Mad magazine.

In 1987, Viewers tuning in for backstabbing, intrigue and romance instead get…the testimony of Oliver North on every broadcast network?!? Annoyed housewives momentarily set down their Taco Bell combo meals and dial the network switchboards demanding the return of their well-written sagas.

In 1987, “The Wizard”, TV Comedy; last aired on CBS.

In 1989, For the first time, it was announced, compact discs were outselling vinyl albums. Boo! Hiss!

In 1989, "Lethal Weapon 2" was released by Warner Bros. Pictures / Silver Pictures; Richard Donner (director); Jeffrey Boam (screenplay); Mel Gibson, Danny Glover, Joe Pesci, Joss Ackland, Derrick O'Connor, Patsy Kensit, Darlene Love, Steve Kahan, Mark Rolston, Jenette Goldstein, Dean Norris, Nestor Serrano, Mary Ellen Trainor, Kenneth Tigar, Pat Skipper, Bruce Young, Traci Wolfe, Juney Smith; Action; Live Action

U.S. 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1984, “A Chance For Heaven” by Christopher Cross peaked at number 76 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “A Little Love” by Juice Newton peaked at number 44 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Dance Hall Days” by Wang Chung peaked at number 16 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Don't Walk Away” by Rick Springfield peaked at number 26 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Jump (For My Love)” by The Pointer Sisters peaked at number 3 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Magic” by The Cars peaked at number 12 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Such A Shame” by Talk Talk peaked at number 89 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “The Moment Of Truth” by Survivor peaked at number 63 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Thin Line Between Love and Hate” by The Pretenders peaked at number 83 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “When Doves Cry” by Prince and The Revolution peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Young Thing, Wild Dreams” by Red Rider peaked at number 71 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1984, ✪✪ “I Lost On Jeopardy” by "Weird Al" Yankovic peaked at number 81 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1984, “Oh Sherrie” by Steve Perry peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Rock You Like A Hurricane” by Scorpions peaked at number 37 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1984, “The Heart Of Rock and Roll” by Huey Lewis and The News peaked at number 8 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Walk Away” by The Box peaked at number 48 on the Canada pop singles chart.

U.K. 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1984, “(The Best Part Of) Breakin' Up” by Roni Griffith peaked at number 63 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Absolute” by Scritti Politti peaked at number 17 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Breakin'... There's No Stopping Us” by Ollie and Jerry peaked at number 5 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Dance Me Up” by Gary Glitter peaked at number 25 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Don't Let Nobody Hold You Down” by L.J. Reynolds peaked at number 53 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Goodnight Saigon / Leave A Tender Moment Alone” by Billy Joel peaked at number 29 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Life On Your Own” by The Human League peaked at number 16 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Lover Of My Dreams” by Yvonne Gage peaked at number 79 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “No Time To Stop Believing” by Daisy Chain peaked at number 97 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Perfect Skin” by Lloyd Cole and The Commotions peaked at number 26 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “So Close” by The Flying Pickets peaked at number 88 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Steel Town” by Red Guitars peaked at number 91 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Stuck On You” by Lionel Richie peaked at number 12 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Talking Loud and Clear” by Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark peaked at number 11 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Thunder On The Tundra” by Thor peaked at number 89 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Up Around The Bend” by Hanoi Rocks peaked at number 61 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Young Hearts” by Silent Running peaked at number 92 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1984, “The Longest Time” by Billy Joel peaked at number 15 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Theme From 'Reilly - Ace Of Spies'” by The Olympic Orchestra peaked at number 47 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Wood Beez (Pray Like Aretha Franklin)” by Scritti Politti peaked at number 25 on the Australian pop singles chart.

New Zealand 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1984, “Borderline” by Madonna peaked at number 47 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1984, “I Send A Message” by INXS peaked at number 18 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Taking The Town” by Icehouse peaked at number 32 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1984, ⏺ “Nelson Mandela” by The Special AKA (The Specials) peaked at number 1 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1984, ✪✪ “You're Still Not Safe In A Japanese Car” by Jumpin' John Goldsmith peaked at number 30 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

Netherlands 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1984, “Don't Go Lose It Baby” by Hugh Masekela peaked at number 34 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Half A Boy and Half A Man” by Nick Lowe peaked at number 8 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Let's Hear It For The Boy” by Deniece Williams peaked at number 5 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Michael Jackson's Greatest Hits Medley” by Main Line peaked at number 50 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Sweetest Sweetest” by Jermaine Jackson peaked at number 20 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

Sweden 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1984, “A Fine Fine Day” by Tony Carey peaked at number 7 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Against All Odds (Take A Look At Me Now)” by Phil Collins peaked at number 3 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Du ska va president” by Imperiet peaked at number 15 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Infatuation” by Rod Stewart peaked at number 13 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

Austria 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1984, “Footloose” by Kenny Loggins peaked at number 8 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Kumm hoit mi” by Gitti and Gary peaked at number 3 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Self Control” by Laura Branigan peaked at number 1 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Self Control” by RAF peaked at number 7 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Send Me An Angel” by Real Life peaked at number 9 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Uh-uh-uh mir bleibt die Luft weg” by DÖF peaked at number 15 on the Austria pop singles chart.

Norway 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1984, “Break Dance Party” by Break Machine peaked at number 3 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Out Of The Darkness” by Little Steven and The Disciples Of Soul peaked at number 8 on the Norway pop singles chart.

Switzerland 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1984, “Dr. Mabuse” by Propaganda peaked at number 14 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Footloose” by Kenny Loggins peaked at number 4 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1984, “I treni di Tozeur” by Alice and Battiato peaked at number 18 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Self Control” by RAF peaked at number 1 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

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