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The 80's Datebook for July 12

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In 1980, CBS 8 p.m.: “Universe” debuts. “Walter Cronkite is the host for this four-week science magazine. Scheduled on the opener: Diane Sawyer points out possible inaccuracies in EPA mileage tests; Charles Osgood reports on the study of tears and their relationship to stress.”

In 1980, On the cover of TV Guide: “cast of The Dukes of Hazzard”. Other Articles: Randi Oakes, Ricardo Montalban

In 1980, R.C., “Cheap Sunglasses” by ZZ Top peaked at #89 on the pop singles chart.

In 1980, R.C., “Iʹm Alive” by ELO peaked at #16 on the pop singles chart.

In 1980, R.C., “Let Me Love You Tonight” by Pure Prarie League peaked at number ten on the pop singles chart.

In 1980, R.C., “Letʹs Get Serious” by Jermaine Jackson peaked at number nine on the pop singles chart. This song might be in a cereal ad, you know, like “Letʹs Get Cereal!”

In 1980, R.C., “Steal Away” by Robbie Dupree peaked at number six on the pop singles chart.

In 1980, R.C., “Xanadu” by Olivia Newton-John peaked at number one on the United Kingdom pop singles chart. One of those very rare songs that hit the chart that start with the letter “X”!

In 1982, “E.T.: The Extra-Terrestrial” broke all box office records in the history of motion pictures by surpassing the $100 million mark of ticket sales in the first 31 days of its opening.

In 1982, “Reach” album by Richard Simmons was certified Gold and Platinum by the RIAA

In 1984, 07 x 12 = 84

In 1984, “Happy Days”, TV Comedy; last aired on ABC after eleven years.

In 1986, On the cover of TV Guide: “cast of Moonlighting and Don Johnson”. Other Articles: Joan Embery, Mary Tyler Moore

In 1986, R.C., “Holding Back The Years” by Simply Red peaked at number one on the pop singles chart. Iʹll keep going on. My heart will go on. Oops. Thatʹs Celine Dionʹs line from that Titanic song. Sorry.

In 1986, R.C., “If She Knew What She Wants” by Bangles peaked at #29 on the pop singles chart. Wish David Tanny knew what he wants in a lady. Which of the Bangles best describes what heʹs looking for in a lady?

In 1986, R.C., “Like A Rock” by Bob Seger peaked at #12 on the pop singles chart. Isnʹt that Al Goreʹs theme song?

In 1986, R.C., “Papa Donʹt Preach” by Madonna peaked at number one on the United Kingdom pop singles chart.

In 1986, R.C., “Tuff Enuff” by Fabulous Thunderbirds peaked at number ten on the pop singles chart.

In 1986, R.C., “Your Wildest Dreams” by The Moody Blues peaked at number nine on the pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Rumours”, by Timex Social Club entered the Top 40 chart.

In 1989, “When Harry Met Sally” starring Billy Crystal, Meg Ryan whose simulated orgasm was the most memorable part, and Carrie Fisher opened in movie theaters in the U.S.A. in a limited engagement.

In 1985, "Explorers" was released by Paramount Pictures; Joe Dante (director); Eric Luke (screenplay); Ethan Hawke, River Phoenix, Jason Presson, Amanda Peterson, Bobby Fite, Dana Ivey, Taliesin Jaffe, James Cromwell, Robert Picardo, Karen Mayo-Chandler, Dick Miller, Meshach Taylor, Mary Kay Place, Brooke Bundy, Leslie Rickert; Sci-Fi, Fantasy; Live Action

In 1985, "Silverado" was released by Columbia Pictures; Lawrence Kasdan (director/screenplay); Mark Kasdan (screenplay); Kevin Kline, Scott Glenn, Rosanna Arquette, John Cleese, Kevin Costner, Brian Dennehy, Danny Glover, Jeff Goldblum, Linda Hunt, Joe Seneca, Ray Baker, Thomas Wilson Brown, Jeff Fahey, Lynn Whitfield, Amanda Wyss, Richard Jenkins, Brion James, James Gammon, Sheb Wooley, Earl Hindman, Pepe Serna; Western; Live Action

U.S. 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1980, “Cheap Sunglasses” by ZZ Top peaked at number 89 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Feel The Heat” by Jean Beauvoir peaked at number 73 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Holding Back The Years” by Simply Red peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “I Wouldn't Lie” by Yarbrough and Peoples peaked at number 93 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “I'm Alive” by Electric Light Orchestra peaked at number 16 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “If She Knew What She Wants” by The Bangles peaked at number 29 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Jungle Boy” by John Eddie peaked at number 52 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Let Me Love You Tonight” by Pure Prairie League peaked at number 10 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Let's Get Serious” by Jermaine Jackson peaked at number 9 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Like A Rock” by Bob Seger and The Silver Bullet Band peaked at number 12 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “One Way Love” by TKA peaked at number 75 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Steal Away” by Robbie Dupree peaked at number 6 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Tuff Enuff” by Fabulous Thunderbirds peaked at number 10 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “When The Heart Rules The Mind” by GTR peaked at number 14 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “When Things Go Wrong” by Robin Lane and The Chartbusters peaked at number 87 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Your Wildest Dreams” by The Moody Blues peaked at number 9 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1986, “Bad Bad Boy” by Haywire peaked at number 21 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Dreams” by Van Halen peaked at number 85 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Funkytown” by Lipps, Inc. peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Gee Whiz” by Bernadette Peters peaked at number 73 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Gusto Blusto” by Culture Club peaked at number 88 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1986, “I Can't Wait” by Nu Shooz peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Mountains” by Prince and The Revolution peaked at number 81 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1986, “No One Is To Blame” by Howard Jones peaked at number 5 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Should've Never Let You Go” by Neil and Dara Sedaka peaked at number 56 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Steal Away” by Robbie Dupree peaked at number 14 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Theme From 'American Gigolo' (The Seduction)” by James Last Band peaked at number 32 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1980, “We Live For Love” by Pat Benatar peaked at number 8 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1986, ✪✪ “Theme From 'Peter Gunn'” by The Art Of Noise featuring Duane Eddy peaked at number 14 on the Canada pop singles chart.

U.K. 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1980, “Blues Band EP” by Blues Band peaked at number 68 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Chinatown” by Thin Lizzy peaked at number 21 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Do Ya Do Ya (Wanna Please Me)” by Samantha Fox peaked at number 10 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Do You Dream In Colour” by Bill Nelson peaked at number 52 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Going Down To Liverpool” by The Bangles peaked at number 56 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Headlines” by Midnight Star peaked at number 16 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “I Wouldn't Lie” by Yarbrough and Peoples peaked at number 61 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Jump To The Beat” by Stacy Lattisaw peaked at number 3 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “King's Call” by Phil Lynott peaked at number 35 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Left Of Center” by Suzanne Vega featuring Joe Jackson peaked at number 32 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Let My Love Open The Door” by Pete Townshend peaked at number 46 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Levi Stubbs' Tears” by Billy Bragg peaked at number 29 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “My Favourite Waste Of Time” by Owen Paul peaked at number 3 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “News At Ten” by The Vapors peaked at number 44 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Papa Don't Preach” by Madonna peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Running From Paradise” by Daryl Hall and John Oates peaked at number 41 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “This Feelin'” by Frank Hooker and Positive People peaked at number 48 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Venus” by Bananarama peaked at number 8 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “We Can Do Anything” by Cockney Rejects peaked at number 65 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Xanadu” by Olivia Newton-John and The Electric Light Orchestra peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1986, ✪✪ “It's 'Orrible Being In Love When You're 8 1/2” by Claire and Friends peaked at number 13 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1986, “Bop” by Dan Seals peaked at number 41 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Can't Stop The Music / Milkshake” by Village People peaked at number 1 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Don't Fall In Love With A Dreamer / Intro: Goin' Home To The Rock / Gideon Tanner” by Kenny Rogers and Kim Carnes / Kenny Rogers / Kenny Rogers peaked at number 38 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1980, “I Can't Help It / Someone I Ain't” by Andy Gibb and Olivia Newton-John peaked at number 62 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1980, “I Can't Help Myself (Sugar Pie, Honey Bunch) / I Wanna Make It (In Your World)” by Bonnie Pointer peaked at number 52 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1986, “One Hit (To The Body)” by The Rolling Stones peaked at number 34 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Out Of The Control” by Kids In The Kitchen peaked at number 33 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Special Lady / Déjà Vu” by Ray, Goodman and Brown peaked at number 46 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1980, “The Monkees EP” by The Monkees peaked at number 44 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Touch Me (I Want Your Body)” by Samantha Fox peaked at number 1 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1986, “What Have You Done For Me Lately” by Janet Jackson peaked at number 6 on the Australian pop singles chart.

New Zealand 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1986, “All I Need Is A Miracle” by Mike + The Mechanics peaked at number 31 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Artificial Heart” by Cherrelle peaked at number 41 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Funkytown” by Lipps, Inc. peaked at number 1 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Invisible Touch” by Genesis peaked at number 8 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1986, “No Second Prize” by Jimmy Barnes peaked at number 49 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1986, “One Hit (To The Body)” by The Rolling Stones peaked at number 30 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Sledgehammer” by Peter Gabriel peaked at number 3 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Sunday Daddy” by Eddie Low peaked at number 26 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1986, “The River” by Total Contrast peaked at number 22 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1980, ✪✪ “It's Still Rock and Roll To Me” by Billy Joel peaked at number 21 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

Netherlands 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1980, “Aloha-Oe, Until We Meet Again” by Goombay Dance Band peaked at number 4 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Cara Mia” by Jay and The Americans peaked at number 1 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1986, “De oude melodietjes” by Jantje Koopmans peaked at number 47 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Easy Livin' / It's The Only Way” by Shirley Zwerus peaked at number 39 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Friends Will Be Friends” by Queen peaked at number 16 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Never Give Up” by Frizzle Sizzle peaked at number 38 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Shandi” by KISS peaked at number 20 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Sjooh Sjooh Sugar” by Champagne peaked at number 31 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1980, “So Long” by Fischer-Z peaked at number 12 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Underground” by David Bowie peaked at number 7 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1980, “World At War” by Dr. Pop peaked at number 19 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1986, ✪✪ “The Chicken Song” by Spitting Image peaked at number 49 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

France 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1986, “Dance With Me” by Alphaville peaked at number 14 on the France pop singles chart.

In 1986, “En rouge et noir” by Jeanne Mas peaked at number 1 on the France pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Viva les Bleus” by Viva les Bleus peaked at number 31 on the France pop singles chart.

Norway 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1980, “I'm Alive” by Electric Light Orchestra peaked at number 3 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Rock Me Baby” by Johnny Nash peaked at number 2 on the Norway pop singles chart.

Switzerland 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1986, “Love In Your Eyes” by Limahl peaked at number 26 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Rollin' Home” by Status Quo peaked at number 10 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Sledgehammer” by Peter Gabriel peaked at number 4 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Working My Way Back To You/Forgive Me, Girl (medley)” by The (Detroit) Spinners peaked at number 8 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

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