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In 1985, Norwegian band A ha broke through in a big way with their global hit Take On Me. Though the song had an earlier version released in 1984, it was the re recorded track paired with an innovative music video that turned it into a sensation. Blending pencil sketch animation with live action...
On August 1, 1981, MTV made its debut with a bold and symbolic choice. The first video it ever aired was “Video Killed the Radio Star” by The Buggles. Though released in 1979, the song found its true cultural moment at the dawn of the 80s, becoming a defining symbol of the video music era.
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Mario Bros. in the Arcade and on the NES (1983)
After his debut in Donkey Kong, Mario returned in 1983 with his brother Luigi in the arcade game Mario Bros. This marked the first time the two characters appeared together and the first game where Mario was identified as a plumber rather than a...
The 1980s gave us some of the most beloved television shows in history. Names like The A Team, Cheers, and Family Ties are forever etched in the pop culture landscape. But beyond those major hits were dozens of lesser known shows that captured the heart of the decade just as much. These series...
The 1980s gave us some of the most unforgettable movies in history. It was a decade full of bold storytelling, iconic characters, and larger than life moments that still live in our hearts today. Whether you grew up in the 80s or are just now discovering the magic, these classic 80s films are...