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1983
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On This Day: March 1 1983 A Tornado With 113 to 157 MPH Winds Tore Through Los Angeles
On this day March 1 1983 a tornado with winds between 113 and 157 MPH tore through the city of Los Angeles, causing widespread damage and injuring 33 people. This event remains one of the most significant tornadoes in California history, as it resulted in the highest number of tornado-related...- Pete
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- 1983 80s history los angeles tornado
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Savage Islands (a.k.a. Nate and Hayes) Premieres - November 18, 1983
In 1983, Savage Islands, also known as Nate and Hayes, brought a swashbuckling pirate adventure to the big screen. Directed by Ferdinand Fairfax, the film starred Tommy Lee Jones, Michael O’Keefe, Max Phipps, and Jenny Seagrove. Despite its exciting premise and $7.5 million budget, it earned...- Pete
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- 1983 80s movies nate and hayes savage islands
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Ozzy Osbourne Released Bark at the Moon - November 15, 1983
On this day, November 15, 1983, Ozzy Osbourne released his third solo album, Bark at the Moon. The album made an impact on the charts, reaching #19 on the U.S. Billboard 200 and climbing to #9 in Sweden. Known for the title track “Bark at the Moon” and its music video, this album solidified...- Pete
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- 1983 80s music ozzy osbourne
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John Denver Released It’s About Time - November 15, 1983
On this day, November 15, 1983, John Denver released his 17th studio album, It’s About Time. The album reached #61 on the Billboard charts and continued Denver’s legacy of heartfelt songwriting and smooth vocals. Known for his reflective and optimistic lyrics, It’s About Time gave fans more of...- Pete
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- 1983 80s music it's about time john denver
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Chic Released Believer - November 14, 1983
On this day, November 14, 1983, legendary disco-funk band Chic released their seventh album, Believer. Known for its smooth grooves and tight production, Believer showcased Chic’s continued influence in the music world, even as the disco era faded. The album is filled with the signature...- Pete
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- 1983 80s music believer chic
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ABC Released Beauty Stab - November 14, 1983
On this day, November 14, 1983, British band ABC released their second album, Beauty Stab. While a departure from the polished pop of their debut album, this record brought a raw, rock-inspired edge to the band’s sound. It reached #69 on the Billboard 200 and showcased ABC’s versatility and...- Pete
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- 1983 80s music abc beauty stab
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Eurythmics Released Touch - November 14, 1983
On this day, November 14, 1983, Eurythmics released their third album, Touch, which became a major hit worldwide. Reaching #7 on the Billboard 200 and topping the charts at #1 in the UK and New Zealand, Touch includes some of the band’s most iconic tracks. This album marked a turning point for...- Pete
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- 1983 80s music eurythmics touch
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Lionel Richie’s All Night Long Became #1 in America - November 12, 1983
On this day, November 12, 1983, Lionel Richie’s infectious hit “All Night Long” reached #1 on the American charts, holding the top spot from November 12 to December 9. Known for its upbeat, feel-good vibes and Caribbean-inspired rhythm, the song became an international hit, also reaching #1 in...- Pete
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- 1983 80s music all night long lionel richie
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Corey Hart Released His Debut Album First Offense - November 11, 1983
On this day, November 11, 1983, Corey Hart released his debut album, First Offense, which introduced the world to his iconic hit “Sunglasses at Night.” The album reached #31 on the US Billboard 200 charts and solidified Hart as a distinctive voice in the ’80s pop-rock scene. With catchy lyrics...- Pete
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- 1983 80s music corey hart first offense
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Premiered Today Star 80 in Theaters - November 10, 1983
On this day, November 10, 1983, Star 80, directed by Bob Fosse, premiered in theaters. Starring Mariel Hemingway, Eric Roberts, and Cliff Robertson, the film told the tragic true story of Playboy model Dorothy Stratten and her untimely death. Known for its intense performances and Fosse’s...- Pete
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- 1983 80s movies star 80
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Released Today Billy Idol’s Rebel Yell - November 10, 1983
On this day, November 10, 1983, Billy Idol released his second album, Rebel Yell, in the United States. This album became a major success, reaching #6 on the Billboard charts and climbing to #2 in Germany and New Zealand. Featuring hits like “Eyes Without a Face,” “Rebel Yell,” and “Flesh for...- Pete
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- 1983 80s music billy idol eyes without a face rebel yell
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Bill Gates Introduced Windows 1.0 - November 10, 1983
On this day, November 10, 1983, Bill Gates introduced Windows 1.0 to the world. This early version of Microsoft’s iconic operating system featured a graphical user interface with windows, menus, and icons, designed to make computing more accessible to everyone. Though it was a basic system...- Pete
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- 1983 80s history 80s tech windows 1.0
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Boone (1983)
Title: Boone Genre: Drama Creator: Earl Hamner, Jr. Cast: Ronnie Claire Edwards, Barry Corbin, Amanda Peterson, Tom Byrd, William Phipps, Chris Hebert, Robyn Lively, Lisa Blount First aired: Sep 26, 1983 Last air date: Aug 11, 1984 Overview: Boone Sawyer, who aspires to a...- Pete
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- 1983 80s television shows 80s tv boone
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- Forum: 80s Television Guide
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HipHop 80s Wednesdays 07/24/24: Herbie Hancock's "Rockit"
For this week's **Hip-Hop 80s Wednesdays** on our forum, let's dive into the classic instrumental track "Rockit" by Herbie Hancock. Released in 1983, "Rockit" is a pioneering fusion of hip-hop and electronic music. Known for its groundbreaking use of turntablism, this track brought the...- Pete
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- 1983 80s hip hop 80s music herbie hancock rock it
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The Cabbage Patch Kids Riots of 1983
Do you remember the riot over the Cabbage Patch Kids dolls in November of 1983?- Pete
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- 1983 cabbage patch kids dolls riots 1983 christmas 1983
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- Forum: The Rewind Lounge