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In 1980, R.C., “The Legend Of Wooley Swamp” by Charlie Daniels Band peaked at #31 on the pop singles chart.

In 1980, R.C., “Touch And Go” by The Cars peaked at #37 on the pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Kenny Rogersʹ Greatest Hits” album by Kenny Rogers was released

In 1981, “The Flintstones”, TV Cartoon Show, last aired on NBC after three weeks (it replaced a fall show that was delayed due to the writersʹ strike).

In 1982, Sammy Davis Jr. made his first appearance as Eddie Phillips on General Hospital. He played the father of Bryan.

In 1984, Frank Zappaʹs album [38] THEM OR U.S. was released.

In 1985, On One Life to Live, Boʹs new love, Didi, was blinded (temporarily) at the Lord-Manning Plant.

In 1985, On Santa Barbara, Eden Capwell (Mary Walker) woke up at Cruz Castillo's (A Martinez) but didn't remember what happened at the party.

In 1985, “Miami Vice” Boasting Hugo Boss suits, two-day beard growth, and a sleek Ferrari convertible, Sonny Crockett (Don Johnson) and Rico Tubbs (Philip Michael Thomas) were the first TV cops to have as much flash as the bad guys they chased. In “Out Where the Buses Donʹt Run,” series creator Michael Mann updates Edgar Allan Poeʹs “The Tell-Tale Heart” with glitzy visuals and a throbbing rock-music soundtrack (The Who, Dire Straits). Former vice cop Hank Weldon (Bruce McGill, center, with Johnson and Thomas) tags along with the squad to catch a cocaine kingpin who disappeared long ago, Hoffa-style. Is Weldon nuts? Says Crockett: “My head tells me heʹs stone-cold insane, but my gut says letʹs go with him on this.” The chilling finale proves Crockettʹs gut wrong: A guilt-wracked Weldon rips down a wall to expose the corpse of the drug king he actually murdered six years earlier.

In 1985, “The Cars Greatest Hits” album by The Cars was released

In 1986, R.C., “A Matter Of Trust” by Billy Joel peaked at number ten on the pop singles chart.

In 1986, R.C., “Goin' Crazy!” by David Lee Roth peaked at #66 on the pop singles chart.

In 1986, R.C., “Heartbeat” by Don Johnson peaked at number five on the pop singles chart.

In 1986, R.C., “Stairway To Heaven” by Far Corporation peaked at #89 on the pop singles chart. It was a remake of the Led Zeppelin classic.

In 1986, R.C., “Typical Male” by Tina Turner peaked at number two on the pop singles chart; that same week, two other females were in the Billboard top three places on the hot singles chart with Janet Jacksonʹs “When I Think Of You” at number one and Cyndi Lauperʹs “True Colors” at number three. It was the first time that happened; the next week, they reversed with Lauper at number one.

In 1986, “Hans and Franz” first pump you up on SNL.

In 1987, “An Eight Is Enough Family Reunion” aired on NBC. This TV reunion, believe it or not, beat the second game of the World Series in the ratings, thanks to no baseball opposition on the West coast. The regular cast, except Betty Buckley, were all there to help celebrate Tom Bradfordʹs 50th birthday, which seems inprobable since they already did just that in their regular series ten years before. Mary Frann played Abby in the reunion movie.

In 1988, LP release: “Traveling Wilburys Vol. 1.”

In 1988, Maurice Allais of France won the Nobel Prize in economics.

In 1988, The movie “Who Framed Roger Rabbit” opened in movie theaters in France.

In 1988, “The Premiere Episode of Roseanne!” With the finest and funniest blue-collar sensibility since “The Honeymooners” and “All in the Family,” the tart-tongued (and dysfunctional) family sitcom “Roseanne”, TV Comedy starring Roseanne Barr, then Arnold, then no last name, then Thomas, debut on ABC. It also stars Roseanne, John Goodman, Sara Gilbert, Lecy Goranson, Michael Fishman and Laurie Metcalf. During this first season, Metcalfʹs boss is played by some unknown guy named George Clooney. The kitchen was a mess, cereal littered the table, the furnishings looked shabby, and the kids were sniping at each other. Right from the opening scene, this groundbreaking sitcom plunged us into a very different sort of American family than we were used to seeing. Then came Rosey: bumptious, brazen, crabby, and brutally honest. Wearily watching her kids squabble, she drawled, “Now I know why some animals eat their young.” The showʹs raw, blue-collar tone clashed emphatically with everything on prime time. Also in the showʹs debut, deemed by some to be “The Anti-Cosby Show” as was “Married…With Children,” Mrs. Conner also has to deal with complaints that her daughter Darlene barks in school. Realistic mayhem ensues.

In 1989, The largest cake ever created weighed 128,238 pounds and eight ounces in Fort Payne, Alabama, which celebrated its 100th birthday.

In 1980, "Motel Hell" was released by United Artists; Kevin Connor (director); Robert Jaffe, Steven-Charles Jaffe (screenplay); Rory Calhoun, Paul Linke, Nancy Parsons, Nina Axelrod, Wolfman Jack, Elaine Joyce, Monique St. Pierre, Rosanne Katon, John Ratzenberger, Dick Curtis, E. Hampton Beagle, Everett Creach, Michael Melvin, Victoria Hartman, Gwil Richards, Toni Gillman, Marc Silver, Shaylin Hendrixson, Heather Hendrixson; Comedy, Horror; Live action

In 1985, "The Holcroft Covenant" was released by Universal Pictures; John Frankenheimer (director); Edward Anhalt, George Axelrod, John Hopkins (screenplay); Michael Caine, Anthony Andrews, Victoria Tennant, Lilli Palmer, Mario Adorf, Michael Lonsdale, Bernard Hepton, Shane Rimmer, Alexander Kerst, Richard Münch, Michael Wolf; Thriller; Live Action

In 1985, "The Quiet Earth" was released by Skouras Pictures; Geoff Murphy (director); Bill Baer, Bruno Lawrence, Sam Pillsbury (screenplay); Bruno Lawrence, Alison Routledge, Peter Smith; Sci-Fi; Live Action

In 1985, "Re-Animator" was released by Empire International Pictures; Stuart Gordon (director); Brian Yuzna (screenplay); Jeffrey Combs, Bruce Abbott, Barbara Crampton, David Gale, Robert Sampson, Al Berry, Carolyn Purdy-Gordon, Ian Patrick Williams, Gerry Black, Peter Kent, Craig Reed; Horror, Comedy; Live Action

In 1985, "Wild Geese II" was released by Frontier Films / Thorn EMI Screen Entertainment; Peter Hunt (director); Reginald Rose (screenplay); Scott Glenn, Barbara Carrera, Edward Fox, Laurence Olivier, Robert Freitag, Kenneth Haigh, Stratford Johns, Derek Thompson, Robert Webber; Action, Thriller; Live Action

In 1987, "Scooby-Doo Meets the Boo Brothers" was released by Worldvision Enterprises / Hanna-Barbera Productions; Paul Sommer, Carl Urbano, Ray Patterson (directors); Jim Ryan (screenplay); Don Messick, Casey Kasem, Sorrell Booke, Rob Paulsen, Ronnie Schell, Jerry Houser, Arte Johnson, Victoria Carroll, William Callaway, Michael Rye, Hamilton Camp, June Foray; Comedy, Mystery; Animation

U.S. 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1980, “A Little Is Enough” by Pete Townshend peaked at number 72 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “A Matter Of Trust” by Billy Joel peaked at number 10 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Case Of You” by Frank Stallone peaked at number 67 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Gravity” by James Brown peaked at number 93 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Heartbeat” by Don Johnson peaked at number 5 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Heroes” by The Commodores peaked at number 54 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “I'm Almost Ready” by Pure Prairie League peaked at number 34 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Let Me Talk” by Earth, Wind and Fire peaked at number 44 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Love Theme From 'Shogun'” by Meco peaked at number 70 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “One Life To Live” by Wayne Massey peaked at number 92 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Stairway To Heaven” by FAR Corporation peaked at number 89 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Touch and Go” by The Cars peaked at number 37 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Typical Male” by Tina Turner peaked at number 2 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Walk Away” by Donna Summer peaked at number 36 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1986, ✪✪ “Goin' Crazy” by David Lee Roth peaked at number 66 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1980, ✪✪ “The Legend Of Wooley Swamp” by The Charlie Daniels Band peaked at number 31 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1980, “All Out Of Love” by Air Supply peaked at number 2 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Black On White” by One To One peaked at number 90 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Heartbeat” by Don Johnson peaked at number 10 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Heaven In Your Eyes” by Loverboy peaked at number 24 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1986, “In Your Eyes” by Peter Gabriel peaked at number 29 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Into The Night” by Benny Mardones peaked at number 12 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Let's Shake” by Teenage Head peaked at number 85 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Money's Too Tight (To Mention)” by Simply Red peaked at number 51 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Throwing It All Away” by Genesis peaked at number 12 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Typical Male” by Tina Turner peaked at number 11 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1986, ⛪ “Spirit In The Sky” by Doctor and The Medics peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.

U.K. 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1980, “1-2-3” by Professionals peaked at number 43 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Atlantis Calling” by Modern Talking peaked at number 55 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “C'mon Every Beat Box” by Big Audio Dynamite peaked at number 51 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Casanova” by Coffee peaked at number 13 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Diary Of A Contender” by Heaven 17 peaked at number 80 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Don't Leave Me Behind” by Everything But The Girl peaked at number 72 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Don't Stand So Close To Me '86” by The Police peaked at number 24 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Et les oiseaux chantaient (And The Birds Were Singing)” by Sweet People peaked at number 4 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Gentlemen Take Polaroids” by Japan peaked at number 60 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Gravity” by James Brown peaked at number 65 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “He'll Be Back (The Man Behind The Mask)” by Alice Cooper peaked at number 61 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Heartache All Over The World” by Elton John peaked at number 45 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “History Of The World” by The Damned peaked at number 51 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Hot Wild Unrestricted Crazy Love” by Millie Jackson peaked at number 99 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Nail It To The Wall” by Stacy Lattisaw peaked at number 76 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Nobody Knows” by Nik Kershaw peaked at number 44 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Return To The Scene Of The Crime” by Incredible Mr. Freeze peaked at number 87 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Room With A View” by Jeffrey Osborne peaked at number 79 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Sanity” by Killing Joke peaked at number 70 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “She's So Cold” by The Rolling Stones peaked at number 33 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Short Cut To Somewhere” by Tony Banks and Fish peaked at number 75 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Silver Moon” by David Sylvian peaked at number 83 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Suburbia” by Pet Shop Boys peaked at number 8 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “That Was Then, This Is Now” by The Monkees peaked at number 68 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Time After Time” by Barbara Dickson peaked at number 78 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Who Do You Want For Your Love” by Icicle Works peaked at number 54 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Without Your Love” by Roger Daltrey peaked at number 55 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “You Can Call Me Al” by Paul Simon peaked at number 4 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “You're Lying” by Linx peaked at number 15 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1986, ✪✪ “Every Loser Wins” by Nick Berry peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1986, “A Matter Of Trust” by Billy Joel peaked at number 3 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1980, “All Out Of Love / Old Habits Die Hard” by Air Supply peaked at number 9 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Bad Moon Rising” by The Reels peaked at number 11 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Drivin' My Life Away / Pretty Lady” by Eddie Rabbitt peaked at number 100 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Echo Beach / Teddy The Dink” by Martha and The Muffins peaked at number 6 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Every Beat Of My Heart” by Rod Stewart peaked at number 26 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1980, “It Only Hurts When I'm Laughing / I Don't Know” by Mi-Sex peaked at number 84 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Mad About You” by Belinda Carlisle peaked at number 9 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Midnite Dynamos / Love Is Going Out Of Fashion / Scotted Dick” by Matchbox peaked at number 57 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Mystery School / I Got My Mind On Ruby” by Korona peaked at number 97 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1980, “No Doubt About It / Gimme Some Of Your Lovin'” by Hot Chocolate peaked at number 56 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Rage Hard” by Frankie Goes To Hollywood peaked at number 45 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1986, “So Macho!” by Sinitta peaked at number 14 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Take Your Time (Do It Right) Part 1 and 2” by The S.O.S. Band peaked at number 40 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1980, “When You're Lonely / It Doesn't Matter” by The Boys peaked at number 52 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1980, ✪✪ “Ashes To Ashes / Move On” by David Bowie peaked at number 3 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1980, ✪✪ “Freedom Of Choice / Snowball” by Devo peaked at number 71 on the Australian pop singles chart.

New Zealand 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1980, “Crying” by Don McLean peaked at number 11 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Don't Forget Me (When I'm Gone)” by Glass Tiger peaked at number 27 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Fight For Ourselves” by Spandau Ballet peaked at number 33 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Holy Word” by I'm Talking peaked at number 21 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Into The Night” by Benny Mardones peaked at number 29 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Levi Stubbs' Tears” by Billy Bragg peaked at number 11 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Magic Dance” by David Bowie peaked at number 40 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Some Candy Talking” by The Jesus and Mary Chain peaked at number 37 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Stuck With You” by Huey Lewis and The News peaked at number 2 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Two Of Hearts” by Stacey Q peaked at number 4 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Typical Male” by Tina Turner peaked at number 8 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Wasted Years” by Iron Maiden peaked at number 24 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1980, ✪✪ “Generals and Majors” by XTC peaked at number 16 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

Netherlands 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1980, “'n Vriend” by André Hazes peaked at number 17 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Ain't Nothin' Goin' On But The Rent” by Gwen Guthrie peaked at number 25 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Blind Date” by Ginger (1980s) peaked at number 39 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Heartbeat” by Don Johnson peaked at number 10 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Love Always” by DeBarge featuring El DeBarge peaked at number 42 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Love In The Shadows” by E.G. Daily peaked at number 37 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Oops Upside Your Head” by The Gap Band peaked at number 4 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1986, “The Spanish Night Is Over” by Engelbert peaked at number 28 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Total Loss” by Kayak peaked at number 45 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1986, “True Blue” by Madonna peaked at number 4 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Typical Male” by Tina Turner peaked at number 14 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Woman In Love” by Barbra Streisand peaked at number 1 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

Sweden 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1986, “Every Time” by Münchener Freiheit peaked at number 15 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Hanging On A Heart Attack” by Device peaked at number 8 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Heartbeat” by Don Johnson peaked at number 16 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Love Theme From 'Top Gun' (Take My Breath Away)” by Berlin peaked at number 2 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1986, “So Macho!” by Sinitta peaked at number 13 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1986, “The Lady In Red” by Chris de Burgh peaked at number 3 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1986, ✪✪ “Holiday Rap” by MC Miker G and Deejay Sven peaked at number 7 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

Austria 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1986, “Glory Of Love” by Peter Cetera peaked at number 11 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1986, “I Wanna Wake Up With You” by Boris Gardiner peaked at number 14 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Run To Me” by Smokie peaked at number 13 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Santa Maria” by Oliver Onions peaked at number 1 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1986, “The Lady In Red” by Chris de Burgh peaked at number 7 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Upside Down” by Diana Ross peaked at number 2 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1986, “What's The Colour Of Money?” by Hollywood Beyond peaked at number 15 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1986, ✪✪ “Camouflage” by Stan Ridgway peaked at number 17 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1980, ✪✪ “Psycho Chicken” by The Fools peaked at number 6 on the Austria pop singles chart.

France 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1986, “Lessons In Love” by Level 42 peaked at number 22 on the France pop singles chart.

Norway 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1986, “Heartbeat” by Don Johnson peaked at number 5 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 1980, ✪✪ “Babooshka” by Kate Bush peaked at number 4 on the Norway pop singles chart.

Switzerland 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1986, “Danger Zone” by Kenny Loggins peaked at number 6 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Dreamin'” by Cliff Richard peaked at number 5 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Everybody's Got To Learn Sometime” by The Korgis peaked at number 6 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Eye Of The Zombie” by John Fogerty peaked at number 25 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Prova con me” by Alan Sorrenti peaked at number 9 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Stuck With You” by Huey Lewis and The News peaked at number 14 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Weil es dich gibt” by Peter Maffay peaked at number 7 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1986, ✪✪ “Wild Wild Life” by Talking Heads peaked at number 20 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

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