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In 1980, On Texas, Paige (Lisby Larson) sang "The Lady Is A Tramp."
In 1981, Firefighters in Indianapolis returned from the scene of a false alarm to find their own firehouse ablaze! Station 14 was extensively damaged from a grease fire. Somebody cookin' some five-alarm chili, maybe?
In 1981, Former Fleetwood Mac vocalist, Stevie Nicks, released her first solo album, “Bella Donna,” which included two Top Ten duet songs, the first “Stop Draggin' My Heart Around” with Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers, and second, “Leather and Lace” with Don Henley of The Eagles. Nicks went on to record a total of 11 hits for the pop rock charts through 1988.
In 1981, NASA launches Fltsatcom-5, it failed.
In 1981, The Rolling Stonesʹ “Start Me Up” / “No Use In Crying” 45 was released. In 1995, they would sell their song for use in Windows 95.
In 1982, Pink Floydʹs $10 million rock movie based on their best selling double-album “The Wall” was first shown in New York to mixed reactions. It starred Bob Geldof as a rock star named Pink. The film has virtually no dialogue or play. Itʹs a series of surreal episodes equating rock and roll with fascism, women and sex with pain and death and life in general with an inescapable madness. Though it does well at the box office, the critics have a problem with all the negativity.
In 1982, Willie Nelson was at #1 on the US Country charts with Always On My Mind. The album was the Billboard #1 country album of the year for 1982, peaking at the top of the charts for a total of 22 weeks, as well as spending 99 weeks on the chart.
In 1982, WQXI (Atlanta) is first to use Harris Corp AM stereo system.
In 1983, R.C., “A Million Miles Away” by Plimpsouls peaked at #82 on the pop singles chart.
In 1983, R.C., “Cuts Like A Knife” by Bryan Adams peaked at #15 on the pop singles chart.
In 1983, R.C., “Is There Something I Should Know” by Duran Duran peaked at number four on the pop singles chart.
In 1983, R.C., “Juicy Fruit” by Mtume peaked at #45 on the pop singles chart.
In 1983, R.C., “She Works Hard For The Money” by Donna Summer peaked at number three on the pop singles chart.
In 1983, R.C., “The Border” by America peaked at #33 on the pop singles chart.
In 1983, R.C., “Weird Al” Yankovicʹs single “I Love Rocky Road” peaked at #106 on the Billboard pop singles chart
In 1984, Copycat Corner Item: number one Billboard Pop Hit: “Ghostbusters,” Ray Parker Jr. Huey Lewis sues Parker, saying the Academy Award-nominated song sounds too much like his “I Want a New Drug.”
In 1985, “Prince and The Revolution — live” video by Prince and The Revolution was certified Gold and Platinum.
In 1986, Phil Katz releases PKARC version 1.0, for the IBM.
In 1986, Timothy Dalton became the fourth actor to be named “Bond…James Bond”. Dalton and his studio, United Artists, ended months of speculation as to who would star as Agent 007 in the 15th James Bond film. The character of Bond was created by writer Ian Fleming. Other stars to play the role of the suave, debonair and deadly double agent include: Roger Moore, Sean Connery and George Lazenby, with Pierce Brosnan as the James Bond for the 1990s.
In 1987, On “Late Night With David Letterman,” the Dancing Waters (water fountain) begins its grand tour, tonight spending the hour in the NBC Commissary and then at “Live at Five.” Various types of liquids were poured into it throughout its reign — 20 gallons of Scope Mouthwash (300 bottles), 200 bottles of Lavoris, and 20 gallons of Carlo Rossi cheap wine.
In 1988, Accused of “being too white,” MTV finally decides to cash in on hip-hop culture with two hours each afternoon of “Yo! MTV Raps,” with your hosts Doctor Dre, Ed Lover and (on weekends) graffiti artist and rapper Fab Five Freddy.
In 1988, Featured in this weekʹs TV Guide: David Letterman
In 1988, On the cover of TV Guide: “Best Daytime Soaps”. Other Articles: Ray Sharley, David Letterman
In 1988, R.C., “Boom! There She Was” by Scritti Politti/Roger peaked at #53 on the pop singles chart.
In 1988, R.C., “Do You Love Me” by The Contours reentered the chart and peaked at #11 on the pop singles chart.
In 1988, R.C., “Hands To Heaven” by Breathe peaked at number two on the pop singles chart.
In 1988, R.C., “The Twist (Yo, Twist!)” by Fat Boys with Chubby Checker peaked at #16 on the pop singles chart.
In 1988, R.C., “Tyhe Only Way Is Up” by Yaz and Plastic Population peaked at number one on the United Kingdom pop singles chart and stayed there for five weeks.
In 1988, The Traveling Wilburys begin a surprise mini-tour prior to releasing their debut album. The group consists of George Harrison, Jeff Lynne, Bob Dylan, Rob Orbison and Tom Petty.
In 1988, The Traveling Wilburys — Bob Dylan, George Harrison, Jeff Lynne, Roy Orbison, and Tom Petty — go on a mini-tour prior to releasing their first album.
In 1988, “Hotel”, TV General Drama; last aired on ABC.
In 1982, "The Pirate Movie" was released by 20th Century Fox / Joseph Hamilton International Productions; Ken Annakin (director); Trevor Farrant (screenplay); Kristy McNichol, Christopher Atkins, Ted Hamilton, Bill Kerr, Garry McDonald, Maggie Kirkpatrick, Rhonda Burchmore, Chuck McKinney, Kate Ferguson, Catherine Lynch; Musical, Romance, Comedy; Live Action
In 1988, ✪ “The Twist (Yo, Twist)” by Fat Boys With Chubby Checker peaked at number 16 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “A Million Miles Away” by The Plimsouls peaked at number 82 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Boom! There She Was” by Scritti Politti Featuring Roger peaked at number 53 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Cuts Like A Knife” by Bryan Adams peaked at number 15 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Hands To Heaven” by Breathe peaked at number 2 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Heart Turns To Stone” by Foreigner peaked at number 56 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1988, “I Know You're Out There Somewhere” by The Moody Blues peaked at number 30 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Is There Something I Should Know?” by Duran Duran peaked at number 4 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Juicy Fruit” by Mtume peaked at number 45 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Lead Me On” by Amy Grant peaked at number 96 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Pieces Of Ice” by Diana Ross peaked at number 31 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “She Works Hard For The Money” by Donna Summer peaked at number 3 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Tell Me” by White Lion peaked at number 58 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “The Border” by America peaked at number 33 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “You Belong To Me” by The Doobie Brothers peaked at number 79 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Stop! In The Name Of Love” by The Hollies peaked at number 31 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1983, “White Wedding” by Billy Idol peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Worlds Away” by Strange Advance peaked at number 46 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Between Like And Love” by Billy Vera And The Beaters peaked at number 70 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Fire” by Haywire peaked at number 74 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Go Ahead 'N' Love Me” by The Jitters peaked at number 68 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1988, “In Your Soul” by Corey Hart peaked at number 2 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Lost In You” by Rod Stewart peaked at number 6 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Mercedes Boy” by Pebbles peaked at number 14 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Roll With It” by Steve Winwood peaked at number 1 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1988, “The Colour Of Love” by Billy Ocean peaked at number 12 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1988, “When You Walk In The Room” by Paul Carrack peaked at number 42 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1983, ✪ “Double Dutch” by Malcolm McLaren peaked at number 3 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1988, ✪ “Peek-A-Boo” by Siouxsie And The Banshees peaked at number 16 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1988, ✪ “This Is The Chorus” by Morris Minor And The Majors peaked at number 95 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1988, “A Wish Away” by The Wonder Stuff peaked at number 43 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Ain't No Stoppin' Us Now” by Steve Walsh peaked at number 44 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1988, “All Fired Up” by Pat Benatar peaked at number 19 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Blue Skies” by The Jets peaked at number 53 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Boogie Nights” by LaFleur peaked at number 51 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Cruel Summer” by Bananarama peaked at number 8 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Do You Really Want Me” by Broken English peaked at number 90 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Don't Try To Stop It” by Roman Holiday peaked at number 14 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Everyday I Write The Book” by Elvis Costello And The Attractions peaked at number 28 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Feelings Of Forever” by Tiffany peaked at number 52 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “For You” by Farmer's Boys peaked at number 66 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Gypsy Road” by Cinderella peaked at number 54 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “He Is Sailing” by Jon And Vangelis peaked at number 61 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Him” by Sarah Brightman peaked at number 55 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1988, “I've Got A Feeling” by Deluxe peaked at number 87 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “It's Late” by Shakin' Stevens peaked at number 11 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Love Is” by Catherine Buchannan peaked at number 96 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Nightmare” by Saxon peaked at number 50 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Other 99” by Big Audio Dynamite peaked at number 81 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Perfect World” by Huey Lewis And The News peaked at number 48 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Shine” by Motörhead peaked at number 59 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Space Cowboy” by The Jonzun Crew peaked at number 88 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Streets Of Your Town” by The Go-Betweens peaked at number 80 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Sure Beats Workin'” by Beats Workin' peaked at number 88 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1988, “The Loco-Motion” by Kylie Minogue peaked at number 2 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1988, “The Only Way Is Up” by Yazz And The Plastic Population peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “The Sun Goes Down” by Thin Lizzy peaked at number 52 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Ultimate Sin” by Ozzy Osbourne peaked at number 76 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Wrapped Around Your Finger” by The Police peaked at number 7 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Blue Monday / The Beach” by New Order peaked at number 13 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1983, “She Means Nothing To Me / A Man And A Woman” by Phil Everly And Cliff Richard peaked at number 39 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Speak Like A Child / Party Chambers” by The Style Council peaked at number 29 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1983, “I Was Only 19 (A Walk In The Light Green)” by Redgum peaked at number 41 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1988, “I'll Bet She's Got A Boyfriend” by Shanice (Shanice Wilson) peaked at number 27 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1983, “It's A Mistake” by Men At Work peaked at number 43 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Let's Go To Bed” by The Cure peaked at number 17 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Lined Up” by Shriekback peaked at number 46 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Love Is A Stranger” by Eurythmics peaked at number 20 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Man With A Gun” by Jerry Harrison peaked at number 15 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Mind Over Matter” by E.G. Daily peaked at number 37 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Soweto” by Malcolm McLaren peaked at number 31 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Sweet Dreams (Are Made Of This)” by Eurythmics peaked at number 2 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1988, “The Flame” by Cheap Trick peaked at number 11 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1983, “You Are In My System” by Robert Palmer peaked at number 27 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Breakfast In Bed” by UB40 With Chrissie Hynde peaked at number 10 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Cruel Summer” by Bananarama peaked at number 48 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Dancing Tight” by Galaxy Featuring Phil Fearon peaked at number 19 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Do You Like Me” by Spargo peaked at number 26 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1983, “I.O.U.” by Freeez peaked at number 2 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Koos werkeloos” by Klein Orkest peaked at number 14 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Let's Have A Party” by Walter Nita And The Company peaked at number 41 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Libertà!” by Al Bano And Romina Power peaked at number 36 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Maniac” by Michael Sembello peaked at number 10 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Oh What A Night (December, 1963) (Ben Liebrand Re-Mix 1988)” by The Four Seasons Featuring Frankie Valli peaked at number 18 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Samantha” by Diesel [NL] peaked at number 41 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Threw It Away” by Joe Cocker peaked at number 43 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Tougher Than The Rest” by Bruce Springsteen peaked at number 17 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Treat Me Gently In The Morning” by Albert West peaked at number 36 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Vrij en bij jou zijn” by Benny Neyman peaked at number 40 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Wrap Your Arms Around Me” by Agnetha Fältskog peaked at number 4 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Lonely Won't Leave Me Alone” by Glenn Medeiros peaked at number 13 on the France pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Comment ça va [deutsche Version]” by The Shorts peaked at number 6 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Cross My Heart” by Eighth Wonder peaked at number 6 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Die Wüste lebt (Alarmsignal...)” by Peter Schilling peaked at number 10 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Europe (I Need You)” by Steve Thomson peaked at number 7 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
In 1988, “I Don't Wanna Go On With You Like That” by Elton John peaked at number 10 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Moonlight Shadow” by Mike Oldfield peaked at number 1 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
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