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1988

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  1. Pete

    On This Day Michael J. Fox Marries Tracy Pollan - July 16, 1988

    On this day, July 16, 1988, actor Michael J. Fox married actress Tracy Pollan. The couple, who played boyfriend and girlfriend on the hit TV show “Family Ties,” have remained married ever since. Their enduring relationship is a testament to their strong bond both on and off the screen.
  2. Pete

    Today July 15, 1988 Die Hard Premiered

    On July 15, 1988, “Die Hard” premiered in theaters, introducing audiences to Bruce Willis as NYPD officer John McClane. Directed by John McTiernan, the film follows McClane’s daring efforts to thwart a group of terrorists who have taken hostages in a Los Angeles skyscraper. “Die Hard” became a...
  3. Pete

    Released Today July 9, 1988 - “The Flame” by Cheap Trick Tops the Charts

    On July 9, 1988, Cheap Trick’s heartfelt ballad “The Flame” reached the #1 spot in America, where it stayed until July 22. The song also topped the charts in Canada and Australia. Fun Fact! Cheap Trick, known for their energetic rock sound and catchy tunes, was formed in Rockford, Illinois, in...
  4. Pete

    Today July 6, 1988 - “Short Circuit 2” Premieres

    On July 6, 1988, “Short Circuit 2” premiered in theaters, directed by Kenneth Johnson. The film stars Fisher Stevens, Michael McKean, Cynthia Gibb, Jack Weston, and Tim Blaney. Produced with a budget of $15 million, the sequel to the original “Short Circuit” managed to gross $21.6 million at the...
  5. Pete

    July 6, 1988 - “License to Drive” Premieres

    On July 6, 1988, the comedy film “License to Drive” made its debut in theaters, marking the directorial debut of Greg Beeman. The movie stars Corey Haim, Corey Feldman, Carol Kane, Richard Masur, and Heather Graham, who made her film debut. Produced with a budget of $8 million, the film achieved...
  6. Pete

    Released Today July 5, 1988: Slayer's “South of Heaven”

    On July 5, 1988, the influential thrash metal band Slayer released their fourth studio album, “South of Heaven.” This album marked a slight departure from their previous work, incorporating slower tempos and more melodic elements while maintaining their aggressive sound. “South of Heaven”...
  7. Pete

    Released Today July 4, 1988: George Michael's “Monkey”

    On July 4, 1988, George Michael released the single “Monkey” from his debut solo album, “Faith.” The song quickly climbed the charts, eventually reaching the #1 spot on the US Billboard charts, where it remained from August 27 to September 9. “Monkey” also achieved international success, hitting...
  8. Pete

    July 4, 1988: Kylie Minogue Releases Her Debut Album “Kylie”

    On July 4, 1988, Kylie Minogue released her debut album titled “Kylie.” The album made a significant impact, reaching #53 on the US Billboard 200 charts and hitting #1 in the UK, Ireland, New Zealand, and Zimbabwe. One of the standout tracks from the album is “The Loco-Motion,” which contributed...
  9. Pete

    July 2, 1988: “Dirty Diana” by Michael Jackson Hits #1 in America

    On July 2, 1988, Michael Jackson’s hit single “Dirty Diana” reached the top spot on the US Billboard charts, becoming the #1 song in America from July 2 to July 8. The song also achieved international success, hitting #1 in Belgium. Fun Fact! With “Dirty Diana,” Michael Jackson became the first...
  10. Pete

    July 1, 1988: The Fat Boys Release “Coming Back Hard Again”

    On July 1, 1988, The Fat Boys released their fifth studio album, “Coming Back Hard Again.” The album achieved commercial success, reaching #33 on the Billboard charts. Known for their playful and entertaining style, this album continued to showcase the group’s unique blend of hip hop and humor...
  11. Pete

    Today July 1, 1988: Crowded House Releases “Temple of Low Men”

    On July 1, 1988, Crowded House released their second album, “Temple of Low Men.” The album reached #40 on the Billboard charts in the United States and achieved significant success in their home country, hitting #1 in Australia. This album solidified Crowded House’s reputation for crafting...
  12. Pete

    On This Day June 29, 1988: “Coming to America” Premieres in Theaters

    On June 29, 1988, the iconic comedy film “Coming to America” premiered in theaters. Starring Eddie Murphy and Arsenio Hall, the movie follows the story of an African prince who travels to America in search of true love. The film quickly became a box office hit, ranking as the 3rd...
  13. Pete

    Foolish Beat by Debbie Gibson Tops the Charts June, 25, 1988

    On June 25, 1988, Debbie Gibson’s hit single “Foolish Beat” became the #1 song in America, holding the top spot from June 25 to July 1. The emotional ballad also achieved widespread international success, reaching #1 in the UK, Belgium, Ireland, Switzerland, Australia, New Zealand, and South...
  14. Pete

    Today June 22, 1988: “Who Framed Roger Rabbit” Premieres

    On June 22, 1988, the groundbreaking film “Who Framed Roger Rabbit” premiered, directed by Robert Zemeckis. The movie featured an impressive cast, including Bob Hoskins as Eddie Valiant, Christopher Lloyd as Judge Doom, Charles Fleischer as the voice of Roger Rabbit, Stubby Kaye as Marvin Acme...
  15. Pete

    Guns N’ Roses Releases “Sweet Child o’ Mine” as a Single June, 21, 1988

    On June 21, 1988, Guns N’ Roses released their iconic single “Sweet Child o’ Mine.” The song quickly rose to prominence, becoming the #1 song in America from September 10 to 23. With its memorable guitar riff, powerful vocals, and emotional lyrics, “Sweet Child o’ Mine” became a defining anthem...
  16. Pete

    June 21, 1988: Steve Winwood Releases “Roll with It”

    On June 21, 1988, Steve Winwood released his fifth solo album, “Roll with It.” The album achieved significant commercial success, hitting #1 on the US Billboard 200 charts. With its blend of rock, R&B, and soul influences, “Roll with It” resonated with a wide audience, leading to over 2 million...
  17. Pete

    Chicago Releases “Chicago 19” Today June 21, 1988

    On June 21, 1988, the band Chicago released their 16th studio album, “Chicago 19.” This album made its mark on the Billboard charts, reaching #37. Known for its polished production and a blend of rock and pop sounds, “Chicago 19” continued to demonstrate the band’s musical versatility and...
  18. Pete

    June 21, 1988: Paula Abdul Releases Her Debut Album, “Forever Your Girl”

    On June 21, 1988, Paula Abdul released her debut album, “Forever Your Girl,” which soared to the top of the US Billboard 200 charts, securing the #1 spot. Did You Know? Paula Abdul made history with this album by becoming the first artist to have four #1 singles from a debut album. The hit...
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