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In 1980, “Itʹs Still Rock ʹnʹ Roll To Me” single by Billy Joel was certified Gold by the RIAA
In 1980, “Scream Dream” album by Ted Nugent was certified Gold by the RIAA
In 1981, COVER OF ROLLING STONE TOM PETTY
In 1981, The film, “Herbie Goes Bananas” is released in theaters in the United Kingdom.
In 1981, Billy Squier earns his first gold album. He has a big hit with his second solo record, “Donʹt Say No.”
In 1982, Diet Coke was introduced.
In 1982, FCC approves AM stereo radio, KTSA San Antonio goes stereo.
In 1982, The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas the American musical comedy film co-written, produced and directed by Colin Higgins was released. An adaptation of the 1978 Broadway musical of the same name, the film starred Dolly Parton and Burt Reynolds. The film version presented some difficulties for Universal, particularly with advertising. In 1982, the word "whorehouse" was considered obscene in parts of the US, resulting in the film being renamed The Best Little Cathouse in Texas in some print ads.
In 1982, “British Steel” album by Judas Priest was certified Gold by the RIAA
In 1983, R.C., “1999” by Prince peaked at #12 on the pop singles chart.
In 1983, R.C., “Johnny B. Goode” by Peter Tosh peaked at #84 on the pop singles chart.
In 1983, R.C., “Our House” by Madness peaked at number seven on the pop singles chart.
In 1983, The number one selling album: “SYNCHRONICITY” from the POLICE includes “EVERY BREATH YOU TAKE” and “WRAPPED AROUND YOUR FINGER”
In 1984, COVER OF PEOPLE MICHAEL JACKSON
In 1984, Twenty-one-year-old Miss America Vanessa Williams relinquished her crown, as the September issue of “Penthouse”, which features some revealing photos of the beauty queen, hit the newsstands. She is the first Miss America in the sixty-three-year history of the pageant to resign.
In 1985, Late Night goes Stereo! In a solemn ceremony where NBC President “Grant Tinker” advertises his General Electric stereo TV, a crew member flips a switch to bring the show to stereo, and the television picture suddenly turns to black and white.
In 1985, “The Jeffersons”, TV Comedy; last aired on CBS after eleven years.
In 1985, Commodore International Limited unveiled its Amiga 1000 personal computer during a press event at New Yorkʹs Lincoln Center.
In 1986, “Airwolf”, TV Adventure; last aired on CBS, moved to U.S.A.
In 1986, “Hardcastle and McCormick”, TV Crime Drama; last aired on ABC.
In 1986, “Walk Like An Egyptian” single by The Bangles was released. Watch the video and see Susanna Hoffs do something funny with her eyeballs. Cute, ay?
In 1987, ESPN becomes the first cable network to achieve 50% penetration in the American television market, reaching 43.7 million homes
In 1987, TV Guide Listing: “Cinemax 11 p.m./ET: 'The Original Max Headroom,' not to be confused with any other Max Headroom show currently littering the dials, is Maxʹs talk show, back this week for a third season. This yearʹs shows were taped in New York rather than in London as in the past [and] they are as irresistibly trashy as theyʹve always been. Magicians Penn and Teller and Mick Jaggerʹs main squeeze, Jerry Hall, are the opening night guests.”
In 1987, “Crushin'” album by Fat Boys was certified Gold by the RIAA
In 1988, R.C., “New Sensation” by INXS peaked at number three on the pop singles chart.
In 1988, R.C., “Parents Just Donʹt Understand” by D.J. Jazzy Jeff and The Fresh Prince peaked at #12 on the pop singles chart.
In 1988, R.C., “Pour Some Sugar On Me” by Def Leppard peaked at number two on the pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Family Double Dare”, TV Game Show; last aired on Fox.
In 1989, FOX-TV topped ABC, NBC and CBS for first time when it aired “Americaʹs Most Wanted” opposite whatever boring junk the other three so-called big three broadcast networks aired opposite it.
In 1989, Ringo Starr began his first tour since his Beatles broke up. His backup band included Joe Walsh, Billy Preston, and Clarence Clemons.
In 1982, "The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas" was released by Universal Pictures / Miller-Milkis-Boyett Productions / RKO Pictures; Colin Higgins (director/screenplay); Larry L. King, Peter Masterson (screenplay); Burt Reynolds, Dolly Parton, Dom DeLuise, Charles Durning, Theresa Merritt, Jim Nabors, Lois Nettleton, Noah Beery Jr., Robert Mandan, Barry Corbin, Mary Jo Catlett, Mary Louise Wilson, Howard K. Smith, Donald F. Colson, Helen Kleeb, Mickey Jones, Bobby Fite, Paula Shaw, Kenneth White, Ted Gehring, Verne Lundquist, Lee Grosscup, Alice Drummond, Terri Treas, Randy Bennett; Musical, Comedy; Live Action
In 1982, "The Challenge" was released by Embassy Pictures / CBS Theatrical Films; John Frankenheimer (director); Richard Maxwell, Marc Norman, John Sayles (screenplay); Scott Glenn, Toshirō Mifune, Atsuo Nakamura, Donna Kei Benz, Calvin Jung, Clyde Kusatsu, Sab Shimono, Kiyoaki Nagai, Kenta Fukasaku, Shōgo Shimada, Yoshio Inaba, Seiji Miyaguchi, Miiko Taka, Ryuji Yamashita; Action, Thriller; Live Action
In 1982, "The World According to Garp" was released by Warner Bros. / Pan Arts; George Roy Hill (director); Steve Tesich (screenplay); Robin Williams, Mary Beth Hurt, Glenn Close, John Lithgow, Hume Cronyn, Jessica Tandy, Swoosie Kurtz, Peter Michael Goetz, Mark Soper, Warren Berlinger, Brandon Maggart, Amanda Plummer, Jenny Wright, Brenda Currin, John Irving, George Roy Hill; Comedy, Drama; Live Action
In 1982, "Zapped!" was released by Embassy Pictures; Robert J. Rosenthal (director/screenplay); Bruce Rubin (screenplay); Scott Baio, Willie Aames, Felice Schachter, Heather Thomas, Robert Mandan, Greg Bradford, Scatman Crothers, Sue Ane Langdon, Roger Bowen, Marya Small, Merritt Butrick, Eddie Deezen, LaWanda Page, Corinne Bohrer, Jan Leighton; Teen, Comedy; Live Action
In 1988, “Coming To America” by The System peaked at number 91 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Hold On To The Nights” by Richard Marx peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Johnny B. Goode” by Peter Tosh peaked at number 84 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1988, “New Sensation” by INXS peaked at number 3 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Paradise” by Sade peaked at number 16 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Pour Some Sugar On Me” by Def Leppard peaked at number 2 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1983, ✪✪ “Our House” by Madness peaked at number 7 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1988, ✪✪ “Parents Just Don't Understand” by DJ Jazzy Jeff and The Fresh Prince peaked at number 12 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Heart” by Pet Shop Boys peaked at number 21 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Hot Girls In Love” by Loverboy peaked at number 9 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Paradise” by Sade peaked at number 19 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Pour Some Sugar On Me” by Def Leppard peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1983, “The Border” by America peaked at number 39 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Wanna Be Startin' Somethin'” by Michael Jackson peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Heart Of Mine” by Boz Scaggs peaked at number 25 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1988, “I Still Believe” by Brenda K. Starr peaked at number 54 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1988, “My Love” by Julio Iglesias featuring Stevie Wonder peaked at number 34 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1988, “New Sensation” by INXS peaked at number 1 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Ain't No Sunshine” by Sydney Youngblood peaked at number 79 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “All Night Long” by The Mary Jane Girls peaked at number 13 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Anything Can Happen” by Was (Not Was) peaked at number 67 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Between The Sheets” by The Isley Brothers peaked at number 52 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Dirty Diana” by Michael Jackson peaked at number 4 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Dreaming Again” by Hugh Cornwell peaked at number 97 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Fiesta” by The Pogues peaked at number 24 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Foolish Beat” by Debbie Gibson peaked at number 9 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Forbidden Colours” by Sylvian Sakamoto peaked at number 16 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Get It Right” by Aretha Franklin peaked at number 74 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Glam Slam” by Prince peaked at number 29 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Heat It Up” by Wee Papa Girl Rappers featuring 2 Men and A Drum Machine peaked at number 21 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Here Comes Trouble” by Icicle Works peaked at number 94 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Hold On To Love” by Jon Anderson peaked at number 90 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1988, “How She Threw It All Away” by The Style Council peaked at number 41 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1988, “I Don't Want To Talk About It” by Everything But The Girl peaked at number 3 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1988, “I Want Your Love” by Transvision Vamp peaked at number 5 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1988, “I'm Sorry” by Hothouse Flowers peaked at number 53 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “I.O.U.” by Freeez peaked at number 2 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1988, “It's Nature's Way” by Dollar peaked at number 58 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Just Fascination” by Cabaret Voltaire peaked at number 94 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Keep Giving Me Love” by 'D' Train peaked at number 65 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Love To Stay” by Altered Images peaked at number 46 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Monkey” by George Michael peaked at number 13 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1988, “My Imagination” by Empire peaked at number 85 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1988, “My Love Of This Land” by Killing Joke peaked at number 89 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Never Give Up” by Paul Haig peaked at number 96 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Never Stop” by Echo and The Bunnymen peaked at number 15 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Never Too Late” by Lonnie Liston peaked at number 84 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Roses Are Red” by Mac Band featuring The McCampbell Brothers peaked at number 8 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Sally” by Stetsasonic peaked at number 100 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Señorita” by Dennis Brown peaked at number 95 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “She Works Hard For The Money” by Donna Summer peaked at number 25 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Six Months In A Leaky Boat” by Split Enz peaked at number 83 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Skip To My Lou” by Finis Henderson peaked at number 78 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Tantalise” by Jimmy The Hoover peaked at number 18 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Tell Me Why” by Musical Youth peaked at number 33 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “The Walk” by The Cure peaked at number 12 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “The Woman In You” by The Bee Gees peaked at number 81 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1988, “There's A Beat Going On...” by Londonbeat peaked at number 88 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Tomorrow People” by Ziggy Marley and The Melody Makers peaked at number 22 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Turn It Up” by Richie Rich peaked at number 48 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Wherever I Lay My Hat (That's My Home)” by Paul Young peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1983, ✪✪ “Bang The Drum All Day” by Todd Rundgren peaked at number 86 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Broken Land” by The Adventures peaked at number 45 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1983, “China Girl / Shake It” by David Bowie peaked at number 15 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Fraction Too Much Friction / Below The Belt” by Tim Finn peaked at number 8 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1983, “It Might Be You (Theme From "Tootsie")” by Stephen Bishop peaked at number 50 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Live Lady Live / Live Lady Live #2” by The Angels (Australia) peaked at number 43 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Orchard Road / Gone Solo” by Leo Sayer peaked at number 17 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Prove Your Love” by Taylor Dayne peaked at number 30 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Roll With It” by Steve Winwood peaked at number 36 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Send Me An Angel / Like A Gun” by Real Life peaked at number 6 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1983, “The Walls Came Down / Upperbirth” by The Call peaked at number 21 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1983, ✪✪ “Gotta Give The Grog Away” by Col Elliott peaked at number 29 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1983, ✪✪ “Mexican Radio / Call Of The West” by Wall Of Voodoo peaked at number 33 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Doot-Doot” by Freur peaked at number 17 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Love Bites” by Def Leppard peaked at number 2 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Loyal” by Dave Dobbyn peaked at number 19 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1988, “My Girl” by Suavé peaked at number 7 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Na Na Hey Hey (Kiss Him Goodbye)” by Bananarama peaked at number 29 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Roll With It” by Steve Winwood peaked at number 30 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1988, “The Valley Road” by Bruce Hornsby and The Range peaked at number 20 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1983, ✪✪ “The Banana Boat Song” by The Radars peaked at number 35 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Als je haar maar goed zit” by Vulcano peaked at number 18 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Another Weekend” by Five Star peaked at number 24 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Boogie Nights” by LaFleur peaked at number 20 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Can't Get Used To Losing You” by The (English) Beat peaked at number 12 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Check This Out” by L.A. Mix peaked at number 13 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Chica cubana” by Tatjana peaked at number 9 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Circle In The Sand” by Belinda Carlisle peaked at number 22 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Love Will Save The Day” by Whitney Houston peaked at number 6 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Manuel Goodbye” by Audrey Landers peaked at number 4 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Manuel” by Frank and Mirella peaked at number 22 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Oh Patti (Don't Feel Sorry For Loverboy)” by Scritti Politti peaked at number 45 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Pamela” by Toto peaked at number 8 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Perfect” by Fairground Attraction peaked at number 5 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Rock and Roll Is King” by Electric Light Orchestra peaked at number 8 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1988, “South Africa” by Revelation Time featuring Ruud Gullit peaked at number 4 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Stand Back” by Stevie Nicks peaked at number 29 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Wanna Be Startin' Somethin'” by Michael Jackson peaked at number 3 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1983, “You Are A Danger” by Gary Low peaked at number 42 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1988, ✪✪ “Doctorin' The Tardis” by The KLF alias The Timelords peaked at number 25 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Nuit de folie” by Début de Soirée peaked at number 1 on the France pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Quel souci la boétie!..” by Claudia Phillips and The Kicks peaked at number 14 on the France pop singles chart.
In 1988, “When Will I Be Famous?” by Bros peaked at number 7 on the France pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Faster Than The Speed Of Night” by Bonnie Tyler peaked at number 9 on the Norway pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Moonlight Shadow” by Mike Oldfield peaked at number 1 on the Norway pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Africa (Voodoo Master)” by Rose Laurens peaked at number 2 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Breakaway” by Tracey Ullman peaked at number 11 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
In 1983, “China Girl” by David Bowie peaked at number 8 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Dirty Diana” by Michael Jackson peaked at number 3 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
In 1988, “I'll Always Love You” by Taylor Dayne peaked at number 30 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Okay!” by O. K. peaked at number 21 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
In 1988, “The Blood That Moves The Body” by a-ha peaked at number 29 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Who's Leaving Who” by Hazell Dean peaked at number 11 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
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