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  1. Pete

    80s Hip Hop Wednesdays

    Welcome back to another week of Hip Hop 80s Wednesdays! Today, we're diving into the funky beats and witty rhymes of the iconic track "The Humpty Dance" by Digital Underground. Released in 1989, this song became an instant hit, blending humor, storytelling, and infectious rhythms into one...
  2. Pete

    Trantor: The Last Stormtrooper

    Not too many video games for Amstrad that I know of. Have any of you played it?
  3. Pete

    Graduation Day (1981)

    I don't remember this one. Sounds like a typical style early 80s horror. Have any of you seen it?
  4. Graduation Day (1981)

    Title: Graduation Day Tagline: The Class of ‘81 is running out of time! Genre: Horror Director: Herb Freed Cast: Christopher George,Patch Mackenzie,E. Danny Murphy,E.J. Peaker,Michael Pataki,Richard Balin,Carmen Argenziano,Linnea Quigley,Billy Hufsey,Virgil Frye,Denise Cheshire,Vanna...
  5. Pete

    Junta (1989)

    Any fans of Phish's debut album?
  6. Pete

    Junta (1989)

    Title: Junta Artist: Phish Genre: No Genre Specified Released: 1989 Tracks: 1 - Fee - 5:28 2 - You Enjoy Myself - 9:50 3 - Esther - 9:21 4 - Golgi Apparatus - 4:37 5 - Foam - 6:50 1 - Dinner and a Movie - 3:43 CD 2 2 - Divided Sky - 11:57 3 - David Bowie - 11:01 1 - Fluffhead -...
  7. Pete

    Fact of the day thread

    Today's fact. The Hass avocado was patented in 1935 by Rudolph Hass, a mailman from California.
  8. Pete

    End of an Era: Farewell to Magnum P.I. - May 8, 1988

    On this day May 8 1988, viewers bid farewell to "Magnum P.I." as its final episode aired, concluding its remarkable eight-season run comprising 162 episodes. Fun Fact: Did you know that Tom Selleck clinched an Emmy Award in 1985 for Most Outstanding Actor in a Drama Series for his portrayal of...
  9. Pete

    Something Is Out There (1988)

    This one seems interesting. I also like that Gregory Sierra starred in it. Do any of you remember it?
  10. Something Is Out There (1988)

    Title: Something Is Out There Genre: Action & Adventure,Drama,Sci-Fi & Fantasy,Crime Creator: Frank Lupo Cast: Gregory Sierra,Maryam d'Abo,Joe Cortese First aired: Oct 20, 1988 Last air date: Dec 8, 1988 Overview: A short-lived weekly series based on the miniseries of the same...
  11. Pete

    Today May 8, 1981: The Burning Made It's Debut

    On this day May 8 1981, "The Burning," directed by Tony Maylam, hit theaters. The film starred Brian Matthews, Lou David, and Leah Ayers. Made with a budget of $1.5 million, it garnered $707,770 at the box office.
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    On This Day May 8, 1985 Dolph Sweet From Gimme a Break Passed Away

    On this day May 8, 1985, actor Dolph Sweet succumbed to stomach cancer at the age of 64. Best known for his role as the Police Chief (Dad) on "Gimme a Break!", his passing left a void in the hearts of fans. Despite his absence, the show persisted for two more seasons, a testament to his enduring...
  13. Pete

    Today during the 80s in the month of May

    May 8th Movies 1981 Graduation Day and The Burning were released. 1985 Creature was released. 1987 Gardens of Stone and Hot Pursuit were released. Television 1985 The final episode of Sara aired. 1987 The final episode of Stingray aired. 1988 The miniseries Something is Out There premiered...
  14. Pete

    Chariots of Fire by Vangelis: America's #1 Song - May 8, 1982

    On this day May 8, 1982, "Chariots of Fire" by Vangelis ascended to the number one position on the charts in America, maintaining its top spot until May 14. The song, serving as the theme for the 1981 film "Chariots of Fire," captured the hearts of listeners across the nation.
  15. Pete

    Flashback Alert: Welcome to TV Tuesday!

    📺 Welcome to 80s TV Tuesday! Today, we're shining the spotlight on one of the most iconic shows of the era: "Saved by the Bell." Step into Bayside High and join Zack, Kelly, Slater, Jessie, Lisa, and Screech on their hilarious misadventures through high school. From Zack's schemes to Slater's...
  16. Pete

    Decision in the Desert

    A military video game for the commodore 64. Do any of you remember it?
  17. Pete

    Dolly (1987)

    I had no idea that Dolly Parton had her own show during the 80s. It didn't last long though and to be honest I'm quite surprised.
  18. Dolly (1987)

    Title: Dolly Genre: Comedy Creator: Dolly Parton,Sandy Gallin Cast: Dolly Parton,Brett Butler,Howard Smith,Ritch Brinkley,Sal Lopez First aired: Sep 26, 1987 Last air date: May 9, 1988 Overview: Dolly is a television variety show that ran on ABC during the 1987-1988 season...
  19. Pete

    Paradise (1982)

    This movie sounds like the Blue Lagoon. Have any of you seen it?
  20. Paradise (1982)

    Title: Paradise Tagline: If only it could have been forever. Genre: Romance,Adventure Director: Stuart Gillard Cast: Willie Aames,Phoebe Cates,Yosef Shiloach,Richard Curnock,Aviva Marks,Tuvia Tavi,Shoshana Duer,Jerry Rosen,Riki Halfon,Neil Vipond Status: Released Release: Mar...
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