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In 1981, David Bowie met with rock quartet Queen in Montreux, Switzerland to record “Under Pressure” in an overnight session, unbeknownst to them or their fans that nine years later, Vanilla Ice would rip off their riffs into his one-hit blunder “Ice Ice Baby” in 1990.
In 1981, “Battlestars” TV game show began airing on NBC
In 1982, Millions of Americans began checking into NBCʹs new entry in the medical sweepstakes, “Saint Elsewhere.” Set in a decaying Boston hospital, the show mixes and matches doctors, hospital politics, cutting-edge illnesses and procedures, office romance, and excellent writing and acting to create one of the best dramas on television.
In 1982, On General Hospital, Port Charles held a benefit event to save the Sports Center. For his first performance, Eddie Phillips (Sammy Davis Jr.) asked Blackie Parrish (John Stamos) to play drums.
In 1982, “Emotions In Motion” album by Billy Squier was certified Platinum by the RIAA
In 1982, “The Last Word”, TV News; debut on CBS.
In 1983, Videotaping continues in Mexico City, as Mick Jagger and Keith Richards smash up a church for a scene in the “Undercover” clip, directed by Julien Temple.
In 1984, “The Terminator,” a science-fiction movie starring Arnold Schwarzenegger as a killer cyborg from the future, was released by Orion Pictures.
In 1984, “V” (1984 version) TV Scifi Adventure debut on NBC. It was the shortest title of a regular series to ever appear on prime time television. NBC spends tons of money to turn “V,” which originally started as two popular sci-fi miniseries, into a weekly show. Although it will gain a cult following, the series wonʹt get the ratings its cost merits, and the “Visitors” will be sent packing after one season.
In 1985, R.C., “And We Danced” by Hooters peaked at #21 on the pop singles chart.
In 1985, R.C., “Fortress Around Your Heart” by Sting peaked at number eight on the pop singles chart.
In 1985, R.C., “Iʹm Goin' Down” by Bruce Springsteen peaked at number nine on the pop singles chart.
In 1986, Donald Duck was shown for the first time in the Peopleʹs Republic of China this day. Chinese television launched a weekly half-hour of old Donald Duck and Mickey Mouse cartoons.
In 1987, U.S. President Ronald Reagan announces an embargo on all U.S. imports from Iran because of its “unprovoked attacks” on American military forces and merchant ships.
In 1987, “Pump Up The Volume” single by M/A/R/R/S was released.
In 1988, The creators of “Saint Elsewhere” tried to catch lightning in a bottle again with NBCʹs “Tattingers,” set in and around an upscale New York restaurant. Viewers, however, will avoid whatʹs on the menu, and Tattingers will shut its doors the following January — only to return in April for two episodes as the half-hour sitcom “Nick and Hillary.”
In 1988, “Donʹt Be Afraid Of The Dark” album by Robert Cray Band was certified Gold by the RIAA
In 1988, “The Van Dyke Show” began airing on CBS
In 1984, "American Dreamer" was released by Warner Bros. / CBS Theatrical Films; Rick Rosenthal (director); David Greenwalt, Jim Kouf (screenplay); JoBeth Williams, Tom Conti, Giancarlo Giannini, Coral Browne, James Staley, C. D. Barnes, Huckleberry Fox, Jean Rougerie, Pierre Santini, Léon Zitrone, André Valardy, Jeffrey Kramer, Nancy Stephens; Romance, Comedy, Thriller; Live Action
In 1984, "Body Double" was released by Columbia Pictures / Delphi II Productions; Brian De Palma (director/screenplay); Robert J. Avrech (screenplay); Craig Wasson, Gregg Henry, Melanie Griffith, Deborah Shelton, Guy Boyd, Dennis Franz, David Haskell, Al Israel, Douglas Warhit, B. J. Jones, Russ Marin, Lane Davies, Barbara Crampton, Larry "Flash" Jenkins, Monte Landis, Slavitza Jovan, Rob Paulsen; Erotic thriller; Live Action
In 1984, "Firstborn" was released by Paramount Pictures; Michael Apted (director); Ron Koslow (screenplay); Teri Garr, Peter Weller, Christopher Collet, Corey Haim, Sarah Jessica Parker, Robert Downey Jr.; Drama; Live Action
In 1984, "Give My Regards to Broad Street" was released by 20th Century Fox / MPL Communications; Peter Webb (director); Paul McCartney (screenplay); Paul McCartney, Bryan Brown, Ringo Starr, Barbara Bach, Linda McCartney, Philip Jackson, Giant Haystacks, Tracey Ullman, Ralph Richardson, George Martin, John Bennett, John Burgess, Ian Hastings, Marie Collett, Graham Dene, Anthony Bate, Leonard Fenton, Jeremy Child, John Salthouse, John Paul Jones, Eric Stewart, Jeffrey Daniel; Musical, Drama; Live Action
In 1984, "Paris, Texas" was released by 20th Century Fox / Road Movies / Filmproduktion GmbH / Argos Films S.A.; Wim Wenders (director); L. M. Kit Carson, Sam Shepard (screenplay); Harry Dean Stanton, Nastassja Kinski, Dean Stockwell, Aurore Clément, Hunter Carson, Bernhard Wicki, John Lurie, Socorro Valdez, Viva, Mydolls, Sam Berry, Claresie Mobley, Edward Fayton, Justin Hogg, Tom Farrell, Jeni Vici, Sally Norvell; Road, Drama; Live Action
In 1984, "Streetwise" was released by Angelika Films; Martin Bell (director); Cheryl McCall (screenplay); Roberta Joseph Hayes, Dewayne Pomeroy, "Little Justin" Reed Early, Lou Ellen "Lulu" Coach, Patti, Rat, Shadow, Erin "Tiny" Blackwell, Patrice Pitts; Documentary; Live Action
In 1984, "The Terminator" was released by Orion Pictures / Hemdale / Pacific Western Productions / Cinema '84; James Cameron (director/screenplay); Gale Anne Hurd (screenplay); Arnold Schwarzenegger, Michael Biehn, Linda Hamilton, Paul Winfield, Lance Henriksen, Earl Boen, Bess Motta, Rick Rossovich, Dick Miller, Franco Columbu, Bill Paxton, Brian Thompson, Marianne Muellerleile, Shawn Schepps; Science fiction, Action; Live Action
In 1984, "Terror in the Aisles" was released by Universal Pictures / Kaleidoscope Films; Andrew J. Kuehn (director); Margery Doppelt (screenplay); Donald Pleasence, Nancy Allen; Documentary; Live Action
In 1984, "The Times of Harvey Milk" was released by TC Films International; Rob Epstein (director/screenplay); Carter Wilson, Judith Coburn (screenplay); Harvey Fierstein, Anne Kronenberg, Tom Ammiano, Bill Kraus, Sally M. Gearhart, Dianne Feinstein, Harvey Milk, George Moscone, Dan White, John Briggs, Jimmy Carter, Tory Hartmann, Jim Elliot, Henry Der, Jeannine Yeomans
In 1985, “Eye To Eye” by Go West peaked at number 73 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Fortress Around Your Heart” by Sting peaked at number 8 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Hold Me” by Laura Branigan peaked at number 82 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1985, “I'm Goin' Down” by Bruce Springsteen peaked at number 9 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Kayleigh” by Marillion peaked at number 74 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Que Te Quiero” by Katrina and The Waves peaked at number 71 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Saving All My Love For You” by Whitney Houston peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Stand By Me” by Maurice White peaked at number 50 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Talk To Me” by Quarterflash peaked at number 83 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1985, “C-I-T-Y” by John Cafferty and The Beaver Brown Band peaked at number 30 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Every Step Of The Way” by John Waite peaked at number 39 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Four In The Morning (I Can't Take Any More)” by Night Ranger peaked at number 84 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Lonely Ol' Night” by John Cougar Mellencamp peaked at number 7 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Mona With The Children” by Doug Cameron peaked at number 36 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1985, “The Power Of Love (You Are My Lady)” by Air Supply peaked at number 35 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1985, ⏺ “Money For Nothing” by Dire Straits peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Fortress Around Your Heart” by Sting peaked at number 49 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Gambler” by Madonna peaked at number 4 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Invincible (Billie Jean Theme)” by Pat Benatar peaked at number 53 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Love Letter” by Marc Almond peaked at number 68 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Maggie” by Jim Davidson peaked at number 99 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Pop Life” by Prince and The Revolution peaked at number 60 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Slave To The Rhythm” by Grace Jones peaked at number 12 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Sleeping Bag” by ZZ Top peaked at number 27 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Take On Me” by a-ha peaked at number 2 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1985, “The Sweetest Taboo” by Sade peaked at number 31 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Theme From 'Miami Vice'” by Jan Hammer peaked at number 5 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1985, “We Are The Team” by Team peaked at number 85 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Gambler” by Madonna peaked at number 10 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1985, “I Got You Babe” by UB40 With Chrissie Hynde peaked at number 1 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1985, “I'd Die To Be With You Tonight” by Jimmy Barnes peaked at number 7 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Invincible (Billie Jean Theme)” by Pat Benatar peaked at number 23 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Part-Time Lover” by Stevie Wonder peaked at number 3 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1985, “You Got Me Going Again” by The Machinations peaked at number 39 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Fortress Around Your Heart” by Sting peaked at number 13 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Goodbye Girl” by Go West peaked at number 33 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Road To Nowhere” by Talking Heads peaked at number 5 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1985, “City Rhythm” by Shakatak peaked at number 44 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Only Love” by Nana Mouskouri peaked at number 1 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Radio Africa” by Latin Quarter peaked at number 37 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Red Skies” by Boom Boom Mancini peaked at number 31 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Part-Time Lover” by Stevie Wonder peaked at number 3 on the Sweden pop singles chart.
In 1985, “You're A Woman” by Bad Boys Blue peaked at number 6 on the Sweden pop singles chart.
In 1985, ⏺🤣 “Rock Me Amadeus” by Falco peaked at number 1 on the Sweden pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Don't Mess With Doctor Dream” by Thompson Twins peaked at number 11 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
In 1985, “I Got You Babe” by UB40 With Chrissie Hynde peaked at number 15 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
In 1985, “It's Called A Heart” by Depeche Mode peaked at number 7 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Part-Time Lover” by Stevie Wonder peaked at number 5 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
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