On this day October 12 1987, the compilation album A Very Special Christmas was released, bringing together some of the biggest artists of the decade to raise money for the Special Olympics. Produced by Jimmy Iovine and featuring artwork by Keith Haring, the album blended charity, creativity, and Christmas spirit in true 80s fashion.
The album included holiday performances by stars like U2, Madonna, Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band, The Pretenders, Bon Jovi, and Whitney Houston. Each artist offered their unique take on Christmas classics, creating one of the most beloved charity albums ever produced.
A Very Special Christmas went on to inspire a long running series of albums and raised millions for the Special Olympics, proving that music could make a real difference in people’s lives.
80s insight: A Very Special Christmas embodied the generosity and unity of the 1980s music scene, where major artists came together to celebrate the season while supporting a worthy cause.
The album included holiday performances by stars like U2, Madonna, Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band, The Pretenders, Bon Jovi, and Whitney Houston. Each artist offered their unique take on Christmas classics, creating one of the most beloved charity albums ever produced.
A Very Special Christmas went on to inspire a long running series of albums and raised millions for the Special Olympics, proving that music could make a real difference in people’s lives.
80s insight: A Very Special Christmas embodied the generosity and unity of the 1980s music scene, where major artists came together to celebrate the season while supporting a worthy cause.
