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  1. On This Day August 20 1986 - Fore Huey Lewis and the News 4th Album

    On This Day August 20 1986 - Fore Huey Lewis and the News 4th Album

    On this day August 20 1986, Huey Lewis and the News released their fourth studio album Fore. The record delivered four Billboard Hot 100 top ten singles, including the chart topping hit Stuck with You. With its upbeat sound and polished production, the album showcased the band at the height of...
  2. On This Day August 20 1983 - The Rolling Stones Signed a 28 Million Dollar Recording Contract with CBS

    On This Day August 20 1983 - The Rolling Stones Signed a 28 Million Dollar Recording Contract with CBS

    On this day August 20 1986, Huey Lewis and the News released their fourth studio album Fore. The record delivered four Billboard Hot 100 top ten singles, including the chart topping hit Stuck with You. With its upbeat sound and polished production, the album showcased the band at the height of...
  3. On This Day August 5 1986 – Dancing On The Ceiling By Lionel Richie Was Released

    On This Day August 5 1986 – Dancing On The Ceiling By Lionel Richie Was Released

    On this day August 5 1986, Dancing On The Ceiling by Lionel Richie was released, marking his third solo album and one of the most anticipated pop records of the mid 1980s. Coming off the massive success of Can’t Slow Down, Richie returned with a polished and upbeat collection of tracks that...
  4. On This Day August 2 1986 – Vinnie Vincent Invasion Released Their Debut Album

    On This Day August 2 1986 – Vinnie Vincent Invasion Released Their Debut Album

    On this day August 2 1986, Vinnie Vincent Invasion released their self titled debut album, unleashing a high energy blend of glam metal, blistering guitar solos, and over the top showmanship. Led by former KISS guitarist Vinnie Vincent, the band carved out their own space in the 80s rock scene...
  5. On This Day July 25 1986 – Lightning Strikes by Loudness Was Released

    On This Day July 25 1986 – Lightning Strikes by Loudness Was Released

    On this day July 25 1986, Lightning Strikes was released, delivering the sixth studio album from Japanese metal band Loudness. The record marked a significant push into the American market, showcasing the band's technical skills, energetic sound, and bilingual approach to lyrics. With standout...
  6. On This Day July 22 1986 – Amy Grant Released The Collection Compilation Album

    On This Day July 22 1986 – Amy Grant Released The Collection Compilation Album

    On this day July 22 1986, The Collection was released, bringing together a decade’s worth of Amy Grant’s most powerful and inspiring songs. As the leading voice in contemporary Christian music during the 1980s, Amy Grant had already established herself as a crossover success, and this...
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  7. On This Day July 22 1986 – Teena Marie Released Her Seventh Album Emerald City

    On This Day July 22 1986 – Teena Marie Released Her Seventh Album Emerald City

    On this day July 22 1986, Emerald City was released, marking the seventh studio album from the legendary Teena Marie. Known for her rich vocals and fearless artistry, Teena stepped outside her usual funk and soul style to explore a more rock inspired sound, blending elements of jazz, blues, and...
  8. On This Day: July 14, 1986 – Big Country Releases The Seer

    On This Day: July 14, 1986 – Big Country Releases The Seer

    On this day July 14, 1986, Big Country’s third studio album The Seer was released in the United States. The album had already debuted in the United Kingdom two weeks earlier on June 30, where it soared to number 2 on the UK Albums Chart and became the band’s highest charting release in their...
  9. On This Day: July 14, 1986 – Bob Dylan Releases Knocked Out Loaded

    On This Day: July 14, 1986 – Bob Dylan Releases Knocked Out Loaded

    On this day July 14, 1986, Bob Dylan released his twenty fourth studio album Knocked Out Loaded, a bold and unconventional project that continued his experimental streak during the mid 1980s. The album blended rock, gospel, and blues influences across eight tracks and featured a mix of original...
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  10. On This Day: July 12, 1986 – Bananarama Releases True Confessions

    On This Day: July 12, 1986 – Bananarama Releases True Confessions

    On this day July 12, 1986, Bananarama released their third studio album True Confessions, a pop powerhouse that featured the global smash hit Venus and solidified their place as one of the defining girl groups of the decade. The album reached number 15 on the Billboard 200 in the United States...
  11. On This Day: July 7, 1986 - Doug E Fresh Released His Debut Album Oh My God

    On This Day: July 7, 1986 - Doug E Fresh Released His Debut Album Oh My God

    On this day July 7, 1986, Doug E Fresh released his debut album Oh My God, a bold and energetic entry into the golden age of hip hop. Known as the original human beatbox, Doug E Fresh brought vocal percussion to the forefront, combining his unique skills with sharp rhymes and high energy...
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  12. On This Day: July 7, 1986 - The Beach Boys Released the Compilation Album Made in USA

    On This Day: July 7, 1986 - The Beach Boys Released the Compilation Album Made in USA

    On this day July 7, 1986, The Beach Boys released the compilation album Made in USA, a career spanning collection that celebrated their legacy with a mix of classic hits and newer material. Released through Capitol Records, the double LP offered fans a reminder of the band’s influence on...
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  13. On This Day: July 7, 1986 - David Lee Roth Released His Debut Solo Album Eat Em and Smile

    On This Day: July 7, 1986 - David Lee Roth Released His Debut Solo Album Eat Em and Smile

    On this day July 7, 1986, David Lee Roth released his debut solo album Eat 'Em and Smile, marking his first full length project after parting ways with Van Halen. Backed by a powerhouse band featuring Steve Vai on guitar, Billy Sheehan on bass, and Gregg Bissonette on drums, Roth delivered an...
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  14. On This Day: July 6, 1986 - Quiet Riot Released Their Fifth Album QR III

    On This Day: July 6, 1986 - Quiet Riot Released Their Fifth Album QR III

    On this day July 6, 1986, Quiet Riot released their fifth studio album QR III, a record that marked a stylistic shift for the band as they leaned further into keyboard driven hard rock with a polished production style. Following the commercial success of Metal Health and Condition Critical, this...
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