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The 90's Datebook for April 8

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In 1990, David Lynchʹs cult series “Twin Peaks” premiered on ABC-TV as a special two-hour movie. A bird cocks its head. Smokestacks belch exhaust. A sawmillʹs blades shoot sparks. A guitar plays a dreamy, sensuous adagio as white water crashes over the falls and then gently flows to Laura Palmer, the golden girl of Twin Peaks, washed up dead onshore, wrapped in plastic. This is how the self-titled premiere episode ushered us into the shocking, surreal, sui generis world of Twin Peaks, a piney realm populated with bizarre characters — barking teens, a mystical FBI agent, a finger-snapping, dancing midget. Director David Lynchʹs risky, murky, over-the-top amalgam of murder mystery, soap opera, and phantasmagoria left an indelible impression on the medium. All we are saying, is give Peaks a chance.

In 1991, “Sweating Bullets” debut. Little more than a “Magnum P.I.” knockoff, the show was the first night of CBSʹs “Crimetime After Primetime.” And the only one of the member of the original franchise to stay on the air until David Letterman arrived at the Tiffany network.

In 1992, After 151 years Britainʹs “Punch Magazine” published its final issue. In the end, Britian has lost its…PUNCH.

In 1992, “Five Guys Named Moe” opens at Eugene OʹNeill Theater New York City for 445 performances.

In 1994, Kurt Cobain of the band Nirvana was found dead at his home in Seattle of an apparent self-inflicted shotgun wound; he was 27. Cobain had nearly died from an overdose of painkillers and champagne in early March 1994 while Nirvana was touring Europe. Cobain is survived by his wife Courtney Love, of the band Hole, and their two-year-old daughter, Frances Bean.

In 1994, “The Home Show”, TV Magazine; last aired on ABC.

In 1995, Oliver McCall outpoints former heavyweight champion Larry Holmes in first defense of WBC title. Holmes becomes second oldest boxer to fight for heavyweight championship, stepping into Las Vegas ring at 45 years, five months, five days.

In 1996, Bruce Seldon TKOs Tony Tucker in seven to win vacated WBA boxing title.

In 1996, David Lammonʹs wife Starr gave birth to a third daughter on the anniversary of her own birth and that of both her previous daughters. Their children, Jerilynn turned 12 and Ashley turned two, welcomed sister Nicolette in a 49 million to one defiance of odds.

In 1996, Ted Nugent, a staunch hunting advocate, demonstrates archery at the state capitol in Lansing, Michigan. Nugent declares the sport a way to keep kids off alcohol and drugs.

In 1996, “Profit” TV General Drama debut on Fox.

In 1997, Microsoft Corp releases Internet Explorer Four Point Zero.

In 1997, Today in Late Show w/ Letterman History: When the LATE SHOW tries to see how many guys in bunny suits can get into an H&R Block during tax time, only two bunnies make it in after being escorted out of the offices by an irate H&R Block staffer. When that fails, Letterman sends stage manager Biff Henderson in to see “Can a guy in a dogsuit get into H&R Block?” Unfortunately, a dog-suited Henderson falls victim to the same fate as his bunny friends, and is also angrily thrown out. Letterman comments that “the H&R Block people canʹt buy publicity like this.”

In 1999, Thoroughbred racingʹs winningest female jockey, Julie Krone, announced her retirement after 18 years and $80 million in pursues.

In 1994, "Holy Matrimony" was released by Hollywood Pictures / Interscope Communications; Leonard Nimoy (director); David Weisberg, Douglas S. Cook (screenplay); Patricia Arquette, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Tate Donovan, Armin Mueller-Stahl, John Schuck, Lois Smith, Courtney B. Vance, Jeffrey Nordling, Richard Riehle, Mary Pat Gleason, Lori Alan; Comedy; Live Action

In 1994, "Leprechaun 2" was released by Trimark Pictures; Rodman Flender (director); Turi Meyer, Al Septien (screenplay); Warwick Davis, Charlie Heath, Shevonne Durkin, Sandy Baron, Adam Biesk, James Lancaster, Linda Hopkins, Arturo Gil, Kimmy Robertson, Clint Howard, Andrew Craig, David Powledge, Billy Beck, Al White, Martha Hackett, Jonathan R. Perkins, Tony Cox, Mark Kiely, Michael James McDonald, Warren A. Stevens, Matthew Anderson, Dawn Comer, Barry Schwartz, Gabriella Sinclair, Danny Roque; Black Comedy, Slasher; Live Action

In 1994, "Red Rock West" was released by Roxie Releasing; John Dahl (director/screenplay); Rick Dahl (screenplay); Nicolas Cage, Dennis Hopper, Lara Flynn Boyle, Timothy Carhart, J. T. Walsh, Dwight Yoakam, Robert Apel; Neo-Noir; Live Action

In 1994, "Threesome" was released by TriStar Pictures; Andrew Fleming (director/screenplay); Lara Flynn Boyle, Stephen Baldwin, Josh Charles, Alexis Arquette, Martha Gehman, Mark Arnold, Michele Matheson, Joanne Baron; Comedy, Drama; Live Action

In 1998, "The Players Club" was released by New Line Cinema; Ice Cube (director/screenplay); LisaRaye, Bernie Mac, Monica Calhoun, A.J. Johnson, Ice Cube, Alex Thomas, Jamie Foxx, John Amos, Luther Campbell, Michael Clarke Duncan, Montae Russell, Samuel Monroe Jr., Terrence Howard, Faizon Love, Charlie Murphy, Big Boy, Oren Williams, Dick Anthony Williams, Judyann Elder, Adele Givens, Badja Djola, Tommy "Tiny" Lister Jr., Nigel Thatch, Master P, Chrystale Wilson, Tracey Cherelle Jones, Bettina Rae, Larry McCoy, Ronn Riser; Dark comedy, Drama; Live Action

U.S. 1990s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1995, “Get Ready For This” by 2 Unlimited peaked at number 38 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1995, “Run Away” by Real McCoy peaked at number 3 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 1990s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1995, “Ode To My Family” by The Cranberries peaked at number 10 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1995, “Someday, I'll Be Saturday Night” by Bon Jovi peaked at number 4 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1995, “Violet” by Hole peaked at number 15 on the Canada pop singles chart.

Alt-Canada 1990s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1995, “Blue” by The Jayhawks peaked at number 33 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1995, “Fly From Heaven” by Toad The Wet Sprocket peaked at number 67 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1995, “Here And Now” by Del Amitri peaked at number 60 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1995, “If I Wanted To” by Melissa Etheridge peaked at number 13 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1995, “We Celebrate” by The Barra MacNeils peaked at number 48 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1995, “You Got It” by Bonnie Raitt peaked at number 11 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

U.K. 1990s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1995, “A Prayer To The Music” by Marco Polo peaked at number 65 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1995, “Ahora Es” by 2 In A Room peaked at number 43 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1995, “Back For Good” by Take That peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1995, “Hypnotised” by Simple Minds peaked at number 18 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1995, “I Can Call You” by Portrait (U.S.) peaked at number 61 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1995, “I Only Wanna Be With You” by Barry White peaked at number 36 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1995, “I'm Just Your Puppet On A...(String!)” by Londonbeat peaked at number 55 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1995, “It's A Rainy Day” by Ice MC peaked at number 73 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1995, “Karcoma” by Massive Attack peaked at number 28 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1995, “Mellow Doubt” by Teenage Fanclub peaked at number 34 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1995, “One” by Mica Paris peaked at number 29 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1995, “Over The River” by Bitty McLean peaked at number 27 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1995, “Show A Little Love” by Ultimate Kaos peaked at number 23 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1995, “Spirit Inside” by Spirits peaked at number 39 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1995, “The Sweetest Days” by Vanessa Williams peaked at number 41 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1995, “Two Can Play That Game” by Bobby Brown peaked at number 3 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1995, “U Sure Do” by Strike peaked at number 4 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1995, “Vegas” by Sleeper peaked at number 33 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1995, “Venolin” by Aphex Twin peaked at number 49 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1995, “Vulnerable” by Roxette peaked at number 44 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 1990s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1995, “Bedtime Story” by Madonna peaked at number 5 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1995, “Digging The Grave” by Faith No More peaked at number 12 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1995, “The Sweetest Days” by Vanessa Williams peaked at number 47 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1995, “When I Come Around” by Green Day peaked at number 7 on the Australian pop singles chart.

New Zealand 1990s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1995, ✪ “White Lines (Don't Do It)” by Duran Duran peaked at number 31 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1995, “Baby It's You” by The Beatles peaked at number 30 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1995, “Can I Stay With You” by Karyn White peaked at number 34 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1995, “Hold My Hand” by Hootie And The Blowfish peaked at number 37 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1995, “I Can Call You” by Portrait (U.S.) peaked at number 16 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1995, “I Know” by Dionne Farris peaked at number 10 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1995, “Out Of Tears” by The Rolling Stones peaked at number 36 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1995, “Think Twice” by Céline Dion peaked at number 20 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

Netherlands 1990s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1995, “Club Bizarre” by U96 peaked at number 12 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1995, “De wandelclub” by Sugar Lee Hooper peaked at number 11 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1995, “Don't Give Me Your Life” by Alex Party peaked at number 16 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1995, “Laat me nu toch niet alleen” by Clouseau peaked at number 4 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1995, “Miracle” by Gordon peaked at number 19 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1995, “Practice What You Preach” by Barry White peaked at number 36 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1995, “Take Away The Colour ('95 Reconstruction)” by Ice MC peaked at number 25 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1995, “Think Twice” by Céline Dion peaked at number 1 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1995, “Total Eclipse Of The Heart” by Nicki French peaked at number 10 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

Sweden 1990s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1995, “A Place To Call Home” by Joey Tempest peaked at number 27 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1995, “Do You Always (Have To Be Alone)?” by E-Type peaked at number 13 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1995, “I've Got A Little Something For You” by MN8 peaked at number 9 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1995, “Jag, legend” by Räserbajs peaked at number 36 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1995, “Why Don't You, Why Don't I” by Eric Gadd peaked at number 16 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

Austria 1990s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1995, ✪ “Scatman (Ski-Ba-Bop-Ba-Dop-Bop)” by Scatman John peaked at number 1 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1995, “Einmal möchte ich ein Böser sein” by Erste Allgemeine Verunsicherung peaked at number 17 on the Austria pop singles chart.

France 1990s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1995, “Glory Box” by Portishead peaked at number 12 on the France pop singles chart.

In 1995, “Take A Bow” by Madonna peaked at number 25 on the France pop singles chart.

In 1995, “Whoops Now” by Janet Jackson peaked at number 5 on the France pop singles chart.

Norway 1990s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1995, “Self Esteem” by The Offspring peaked at number 1 on the Norway pop singles chart.

Switzerland 1990s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1995, “Digging The Grave” by Faith No More peaked at number 42 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1995, “I See You” by General Base peaked at number 34 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1995, “When Do I Get To Sing "My Way"” by Sparks peaked at number 22 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

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