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  1. Pete

    Premiered Today Thundarr the Barbarian Premieres on ABC - October 4, 1980

    On this day, October 4, 1980, the animated series Thundarr the Barbarian made its debut on ABC! The show, set in a post-apocalyptic future, followed the adventures of Thundarr, Princess Ariel, and Ookla the Mok as they battled evil sorcerers and mutants. Despite only running for two seasons with...
  2. Pete

    Arnold Schwarzenegger Wins His 7th and Final Mr. Olympia - October 4, 1980

    On this day, October 4, 1980, Arnold Schwarzenegger won his 7th and final Mr. Olympia title! After taking a break from the competition for five years, Arnold returned to claim the crown, adding to the six consecutive victories he earned from 1970 to 1975. Did You Know? After the 1980 judging...
  3. Pete

    On This Day: “Another One Bites the Dust” by Queen Hits #1 in America - October 4, 1980

    On this day, October 4, 1980, Queen’s iconic hit “Another One Bites the Dust” reached #1 on the US Billboard Hot 100! The song, which stayed at the top of the charts for three weeks, from October 4 to 24, also hit #1 in Canada, Spain, and Israel. Written by Queen’s bassist John Deacon, this...
  4. Pete

    Terror Train Premieres in Theaters - October 3, 1980

    On this day, October 3, 1980, the slasher horror film Terror Train, directed by Roger Spottiswoode, premiered in theaters! Starring Jamie Lee Curtis, Ben Johnson, and Hart Bochner, this suspenseful thriller set on a moving train had a budget of $4.2 million and grossed $8 million at the box...
  5. Pete

    Released On This Day Oh, God! Book II in Theaters - October 3, 1980

    On this day, October 3, 1980, Oh, God! Book II premiered in theaters! Directed by Gilbert Cates, this comedic sequel to the original Oh, God! once again starred George Burns as God, alongside Suzanne Pleshette, David Birney, and Louanne Sirota. The film had a modest box office success, grossing...
  6. Pete

    On This Day: The Police Release Zenyatta Mondatta - October 3, 1980

    On this day, October 3, 1980, The Police released their third studio album, Zenyatta Mondatta! The album featured one of their biggest hits, “Don’t Stand So Close to Me,” which helped propel the album to international success. Known for its blend of rock, reggae, and new wave, Zenyatta Mondatta...
  7. Pete

    September 29, 1980 - Kenny Rogers Releases “Lady”

    On this day, September 29, 1980, Kenny Rogers released his timeless ballad “Lady”! The song quickly rose to become the #1 song in America, staying at the top of the Billboard Hot 100 from November 15 to December 26, 1980. Written by Lionel Richie, “Lady” became one of Rogers’ most iconic hits...
  8. Pete

    Release Today: Kool & the Gang Release Celebrate! - September 29, 1980

    On this day, September 29, 1980, Kool & the Gang released their 12th studio album, Celebrate! The album reached #10 on the Billboard charts and hit #1 on the R&B charts. It features the iconic hit “Celebration,” which became a timeless anthem for parties and special occasions worldwide...
  9. Pete

    Today Stevie Wonder Releases Hotter Than July - September 29, 1980

    On this day, September 29, 1980, Stevie Wonder released his 19th studio album, Hotter Than July! The album was a commercial success, reaching #3 on the Billboard charts in the U.S. and hitting #1 in France. Featuring hits like “Master Blaster (Jammin’)” and “Happy Birthday,” the album became one...
  10. Pete

    Released Today September 26, 1980 - Madness’ Absolutely

    On this day, September 26, 1980, Madness released their second album Absolutely! The album reached #146 on the US Billboard charts but was a massive success in the UK, peaking at #2. Absolutely includes some of the band’s best-known hits, such as “Baggy Trousers” and “Embarrassment,” which...
  11. Pete

    Led Zeppelin Drummer John Bonham Found Dead - September 25, 1980

    On this day, September 25, 1980, Led Zeppelin drummer John Bonham was tragically found dead by his bandmate John Paul Jones. Bonham passed away from alcohol poisoning (pulmonary aspiration) after reportedly consuming over 40 shots of vodka the previous day. His untimely death led to the...
  12. Pete

    Today September 23, 1980 - Barbra Streisand Releases Guilty

    On this day, September 23, 1980, Barbra Streisand released her 22nd studio album, Guilty! The album was a major success, hitting #1 on the US Billboard 200 charts and also topping the charts in the UK. With iconic tracks like “Woman in Love,” Guilty solidified Streisand’s place as a powerhouse...
  13. Pete

    Today Oingo Boingo Releases Debut EP - September 17, 1980

    On this day, September 17, 1980, Oingo Boingo released their self-titled EP, marking their first official release! This EP introduced the world to the band’s unique sound and eclectic style, laying the groundwork for their future success. Though they would go on to release their first...
  14. Pete

    On this day September 13, 1980: Solid Gold Made Its Debut

    On this day September 13, 1980, Solid Gold, a music and dance television show, made its debut and quickly became a fan favorite. The show ran for eight seasons, producing 332 episodes that featured the biggest hits of the time. Each episode highlighted the top 10 songs of the week, performed by...
  15. Pete

    Scary Monsters (And Super Creeps) by David Bowie Released Today September, 12, 1980

    On this day September 12, 1980, David Bowie released his 14th studio album Scary Monsters (And Super Creeps). The album was a commercial and critical success, peaking at #12 on the U.S. Billboard charts and hitting #1 in the UK, France, and Australia. This album is widely regarded as a pivotal...
  16. Pete

    Empires and Dance by Simple Minds Released On This Day September, 12, 1980

    On this day September 12, 1980, Simple Minds released their third studio album Empires and Dance. The album showcased the band’s transition into a more experimental sound, blending post-punk, electronic, and new wave elements. Though it didn’t immediately receive mainstream success, Empires and...
  17. Pete

    Gary Numan Released I, Assassin On This Day September, 10, 1980

    On this day September 10, 1982, Gary Numan released his fourth studio album, I, Assassin. The album showcased Numan’s evolving sound, blending his signature synth-driven style with elements of jazz and funk. I, Assassin reached #8 on the UK charts, solidifying Numan’s continued success in the...
  18. Pete

    The Exterminator Premiered Today September, 10, 1980

    On this day September 10, 1980, the action-revenge film The Exterminator, directed by James Glickenhaus, hit theaters. Starring Robert Ginty, Samantha Eggar, Christopher George, and Steve James, the film was made on a modest $2 million budget but went on to become a commercial success, grossing...
  19. Pete

    Kate Bush Released Never for Ever September 8, 1980

    On this day September 8, 1980, Kate Bush released her third studio album, Never for Ever, which became a groundbreaking success. The album hit #1 in both the UK and France, making Kate Bush the first British female solo artist to top the UK album charts. With its unique blend of art rock and...
  20. Pete

    On This Day - September 6, 1980: Diana Ross’ “Upside Down” Tops the Charts

    On this day September 6, 1980, Diana Ross’ hit single “Upside Down” became the #1 song in America, holding the top spot from September 6 to October 3. This iconic track also soared to #1 in multiple countries, including Norway, Sweden, Switzerland, Denmark, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa...
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