In 1980, Merle Haggard and Clint Eastwood were at #1 on the US Country music charts with "Bar Room Buddies". The song was featured in the film Bronco Billy (starring Clint Eastwood).
In 1980, On the cover of TV Guide: “Judd Hirsch, Marilu Henner, and Tony Danza of Taxi”. Other Articles: Dallas, 60 Minutes
In 1980, R.C., “All Night Long” by Joe Walsh peaked at #19 on the pop singles chart.
In 1980, R.C., “Gimme Some Lovin'” by Blues Brothers peaked at #18 on the pop singles chart.
In 1980, R.C., “One Fine Day” by Carole King peaked at #12 on the pop singles chart.
In 1980, R.C., “Play The Game” by Queen peaked at #42 on the pop singles chart.
In 1980, R.C., “Tired Of Toein' The Line” by Rocky Burnette peaked at number eight on the pop singles chart.
In 1980, The number one selling album: “EMOTIONAL RESCUE” from the ROLLING STONES (on Mick Jaggerʹs birthday!!)
In 1980, “Joeʹs World”, TV Comedy; last aired on NBC.
In 1981, “The Big Event”, TV Series, assorted movies and specials; last aired on NBC.
In 1982, “Donʹt You Want Me” single by Human League was certified Gold by the RIAA
In 1982, “Eye Of The Tiger” single by Survivor was certified Gold by the RIAA
In 1983, Light flashes seen on Jupiter moon Io.
In 1984, NBC took a giant step back to the way things were done in the 1950s on this day. NBC started shooting 15-minute episodes of “Punky Brewster” to use when football games spilled over into the Punky time. The network should have considered, maybe, five minute episodes, instead. That would have been plenty for that show…
In 1984, “The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson” became the first network TV show to be broadcast in stereo sound. (Source: UPI, some say October 1, 1984).
In 1985, On Santa Barbara, Barnaby "Brick" Wallace (Richard Eden) and Amy Perkins (Kerry Sherman) held a crossbow on Jerry Lee (Joel Crothers) and Jack Lee (also Joel Crothers), with both men claiming to be Jack. Julia Wainwright arrived and kissed them both to figure out who was the real Jack. Later, Jerry and Jack battled in a sword duel. Where else could you find crossbows and swords in a daytime soap opera?
In 1985, The movie “Pee-Weeʹs Big Adventure” opened in movie theaters in the U.S.A. Six years later to this date, Pee-Wee had an adults-only big adventure as we shall see.
In 1986, R.C., “Danger Zone” by Kenny Loggins peaked at number two on the pop singles chart.
In 1986, R.C., “Modern Woman” by Billy Joel peaked at number ten on the pop singles chart.
In 1986, R.C., “Secret Separation” by The Fixx peaked at #19 on the pop singles chart.
In 1986, R.C., “Sledgehammer” by Peter Gabriel peaked at number one on the pop singles chart.
In 1986, Two of the ringʹs most promising young heavyweights square off as Mike Tyson (24-0, 22 KOs) puts his unbeaten streak to the test against Marvis Frazier (16-1, seven KOs) in a scheduled 10-round bout at Glen Falls, New York. Jim Lampley and Alex Wallau report live from ringside for ABCʹs Wide World of Sports. Mike Tyson KOd Marvin Fraser in 30 seconds!
In 1989, “Miami Vice”, TV Crime Drama, aka MTV Cops; last aired on NBC.
In 1985, "The Black Cauldron" was released by Walt Disney Pictures; Ted Berman, Richard Rich (directors); Grant Bardsley, Susan Sheridan, John Byner, Nigel Hawthorne, John Hurt, Phil Fondacaro, Freddie Jones, Arthur Malet, Billie Hayes, Peter Renaday, Wayne Allwine, Steve Hale, Phil Nibbelink, John Huston, Eda Reiss Merin, Adele Mails-Morey, James Almanzar, Jack Laing; Fantasy; Animation
In 1985, "The Heavenly Kid" was released by Orion Pictures Corporation; Cary Medoway (director/screenplay); Martin Copeland (screenplay); Lewis Smith, Jason Gedrick, Jane Kaczmarek, Richard Mulligan, Mark Metcalf, Nancy Valen, Lynne Griffin, Christopher Greenbury; Romance, Comedy, Fantasy; Live Action
In 1985, "Kiss of the Spider Woman" was released by Island Pictures; Héctor Babenco (director); Leonard Schrader (screenplay); William Hurt, Raúl Juliá, Sonia Braga, José Lewgoy, Milton Gonçalves, Míriam Pires, Nuno Leal Maia, Fernando Torres, Patricio Bisso, Herson Capri, Denise Dumont, Ana Maria Braga, Sergio Kato, Miguel Falabella, Antonio Petrin, Wilson Grey; Drama; Live Action
In 1985, "National Lampoon's European Vacation" was released by Warner Bros.; Amy Heckerling (director); John Hughes, Robert Klane (screenplay); Chevy Chase, Beverly D'Angelo, Dana Hill, Jason Lively, John Astin, Malcolm Danare, William Zabka, Gary Owens, Jeannette Charles, Mel Smith, Robbie Coltrane, Maureen Lipman, Paul McDowell, Ballard Berkeley, Eric Idle, Jacques Herlin, Willy Millowitsch, Claudia Neidig, Victor Lanoux, Moon Unit Zappa; Comedy; Live Action
In 1986, "The Parent Trap II" was released by The Disney Channel / Walt Disney Television; Ronald F. Maxwell (director); Stu Krieger (screenplay); Hayley Mills, Tom Skerritt, Carrie Kei Heim, Bridgette Andersen, Alex Harvey, Gloria Cromwell, Judith Tannen; Comedy, Family; Live Action
In 1986, “Before I Go” by Starship peaked at number 68 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Beyond” by Herb Alpert peaked at number 50 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Danger Zone” by Kenny Loggins peaked at number 2 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Gimme Some Lovin'” by The Blues Brothers peaked at number 18 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “I'm Your Man” by Barry Manilow peaked at number 86 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Landlord” by Gladys Knight and The Pips peaked at number 46 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Mirage” by Eric Troyer peaked at number 92 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Modern Woman” by Billy Joel peaked at number 10 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “My Mistake” by The Kingbees peaked at number 81 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “On The Rebound” by Russ Ballard peaked at number 58 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “One Fine Day” by Carole King peaked at number 12 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Play The Game” by Queen peaked at number 42 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Save Me” by Dave Mason peaked at number 71 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Secret Separation” by The Fixx peaked at number 19 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Shandi” by KISS peaked at number 47 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Sledgehammer” by Peter Gabriel peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “That Lovin' You Feelin' Again” by Roy Orbison With Emmylou Harris peaked at number 55 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Tired Of Toein' The Line” by Rocky Burnette peaked at number 8 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Victory Line” by Limited Warranty peaked at number 79 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “With You All The Way” by New Edition peaked at number 51 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “You and Me” by Rockie Robbins peaked at number 80 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Do Right” by Paul Davis peaked at number 64 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Doin' It Right” by Powder Blues Band peaked at number 40 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1980, “I Pledge My Love” by Peaches and Herb peaked at number 23 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1980, “I'm Alive” by Electric Light Orchestra peaked at number 10 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “If She Knew What She Wants” by The Bangles peaked at number 29 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Invisible Touch” by Genesis peaked at number 6 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1980, “One Fine Day” by Carole King peaked at number 86 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Sledgehammer” by Peter Gabriel peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Too Bad” by Doug and The Slugs peaked at number 20 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Try Walkin' Away” by Murray McLauchlan peaked at number 53 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Tuff Enuff” by Fabulous Thunderbirds peaked at number 70 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “When The Heart Rules The Mind” by GTR peaked at number 62 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1980, ✪✪ “It's Still Rock and Roll To Me” by Billy Joel peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “100% Pure Pain” by O'Chi Brown peaked at number 98 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “A Lovers Holiday / Glow Of Love” by Change peaked at number 14 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Brazilian Love Affair” by George Duke peaked at number 36 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Burnin' Love” by Con Funk Shun peaked at number 68 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Don't Be Scared Of Me” by The Blow Monkeys peaked at number 77 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Easy Life” by Bodysnatchers peaked at number 50 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Emotional Rescue” by The Rolling Stones peaked at number 9 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Garden Of Delight” by The Mission peaked at number 49 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Heartbeat” by Tippa Irie peaked at number 59 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Higher Love” by Steve Winwood peaked at number 13 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Let's Hang On” by Darts peaked at number 11 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Living Too Late” by The Fall peaked at number 97 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Love Will Tear Us Apart” by Joy Division peaked at number 13 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “My Girl” by The Whispers peaked at number 26 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Neon Knights” by Black Sabbath peaked at number 22 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Ready An' Willing” by Whitesnake peaked at number 43 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Rockin' With Rita” by Vindaloo Summer Special peaked at number 56 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Sanctuary” by New Musik peaked at number 31 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Seaside Woman” by Suzy and The Red Stripes peaked at number 90 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Shot Down In The Night” by Hawkwind peaked at number 59 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Stretchin' Out” by Gayle Adams peaked at number 64 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Sweet Heart Contract” by Magazine peaked at number 54 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Take Your Time (Do It Right) (Part 1)” by The S.O.S. Band peaked at number 51 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “The Flame” by Arcadia peaked at number 58 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “The Promise You Made” by Cock Robin peaked at number 28 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Use It Up and Wear It Out” by Odyssey peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Young Love” by Jim Diamond peaked at number 92 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, ✪✪ “My Adidas” by Run-D.M.C. peaked at number 62 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, ✪✪ “Pee-Wee's Dance” by Joeski Love peaked at number 94 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1980, ✪✪ “Theme From 'The Circus' (Computer Game)” by Yellow Magic Orchestra peaked at number 17 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Invisible Touch” by Genesis peaked at number 3 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Rain On The Scarecrow” by John Mellencamp peaked at number 34 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Stimulation” by Wa Wa Nee peaked at number 2 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1980, “We Are Glass / Trois Gymnopedies (First Movement)” by Gary Numan peaked at number 15 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1980, ✪✪ “Up Your Nose With A Rubber Hose / Sure She Is The Girl” by Dave and The Derros peaked at number 73 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Carve You In Marble” by Tim Finn peaked at number 33 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Cruisin' (Lucy and Ramona and Sunset Sam)” by Michael Nesmith peaked at number 6 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Digging Your Scene” by The Blow Monkeys peaked at number 10 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1986, “If I Ruled The World” by Kurtis Blow peaked at number 40 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Little Jeannie” by Elton John peaked at number 5 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Make 'Em Move” by Sly and Robbie peaked at number 16 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Prisoner Of Love” by Millie Scott peaked at number 28 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Shellshock” by New Order peaked at number 8 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Sister Europe” by The Psychedelic Furs peaked at number 47 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Who Made Who” by AC/DC peaked at number 35 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1980, ✪✪ “Monkey Chop” by Dan-I peaked at number 4 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Alles geprobeerd” by Het Goede Doel peaked at number 26 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Atlantis Is Calling (S.O.S. For Love)” by Modern Talking peaked at number 6 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Disco Samba” by Two Man Sound peaked at number 7 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Hurt So Bad” by Linda Ronstadt peaked at number 43 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Light Up The Night” by The Brothers Johnson peaked at number 37 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Midnite Dynamos” by Matchbox peaked at number 3 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1986, “My Favourite Waste Of Time” by Owen Paul peaked at number 8 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1986, “On The Beach” by Chris Rea peaked at number 34 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Power” by The Temptations peaked at number 8 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Say It, Say It” by E.G. Daily peaked at number 13 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Schoolgirl” by Kim Wilde peaked at number 36 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Sunset People” by Donna Summer peaked at number 42 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1980, “We Gotta Get Out Of Here” by Ian Hunter peaked at number 26 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Xanadu” by Olivia Newton-John and The Electric Light Orchestra peaked at number 1 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1986, ✪✪ “Holiday Rap” by MC Miker G and Deejay Sven peaked at number 1 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1980, ✪✪ “Theme From 'New York, New York'” by Frank Sinatra peaked at number 7 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Hei amore!” by Marlène Jobert peaked at number 42 on the France pop singles chart.
In 1986, “If You Were A Woman (And I Was A Man)” by Bonnie Tyler peaked at number 6 on the France pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Les démons de minuit” by Images peaked at number 1 on the France pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Xanadu” by Olivia Newton-John and The Electric Light Orchestra peaked at number 1 on the Norway pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Innocent Love” by Sandra peaked at number 14 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Invisible Touch” by Genesis peaked at number 13 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
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