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  1. On This Day December 3 1984 – Last Christmas by Wham Released

    On This Day December 3 1984 – Last Christmas by Wham Released

    On this day December 3 1984 Last Christmas by Wham was released and quickly became one of the most beloved holiday songs of the decade. With its smooth melody, heartfelt lyrics, and signature 80s pop production, the track captured a mix of seasonal warmth and emotional reflection that connected...
  2. On This Day December 3 1984 – Band Aid Released Do They Know Its Christmas Time

    On This Day December 3 1984 – Band Aid Released Do They Know Its Christmas Time

    On this day December 3 1984 Band Aid released Do They Know Its Christmas Time. The charity single brought together a wide range of major artists who united to raise awareness and support for the famine crisis in Ethiopia. Its meaningful message, powerful chorus, and collaborative spirit made it...
  3. On This Day December 3 1983 – Slayer Released the Album Show No Mercy

    On This Day December 3 1983 – Slayer Released the Album Show No Mercy

    On this day December 3 1983 Slayer released the album Show No Mercy. The record marked the band’s explosive debut and helped ignite the rise of thrash metal in the early 80s. Its fast riffs, aggressive rhythm work, and relentless intensity introduced a new level of speed and heaviness that...
  4. On This Day December 3 1983 – Slade Released the Album The Amazing Kamikaze Syndrome

    On This Day December 3 1983 – Slade Released the Album The Amazing Kamikaze Syndrome

    On this day December 3 1983 Slade released the album The Amazing Kamikaze Syndrome. The record delivered a powerful mix of hard rock hooks, big choruses, and the energetic style that defined the band during the 80s. Its bold sound, driving rhythms, and catchy songwriting helped Slade reach a new...
  5. On This Day December 1 1981 – The Isley Brothers Released the Album Inside You

    On This Day December 1 1981 – The Isley Brothers Released the Album Inside You

    On this day December 1 1981 The Isley Brothers released the album Inside You. The record continued their smooth blend of soulful vocals, rich instrumentation, and emotional depth that had defined their music across the late 70s and early 80s. Its warm production, steady grooves, and romantic...
  6. On This Day December 3 1988 – Will to Power Reached Number One in America with Baby I Love Your Way Freebird Medley

    On This Day December 3 1988 – Will to Power Reached Number One in America with Baby I Love Your Way Freebird Medley

    On this day December 3 1988 Will to Power reached number one in America with Baby I Love Your Way Freebird Medley. The song blended two well known classics into a smooth late 80s style production that connected instantly with listeners. Its mix of soft rock warmth, layered vocals, and polished...
  7. On This Day December 1 1989 – Savatage Released the Album Gutter Ballet

    On This Day December 1 1989 – Savatage Released the Album Gutter Ballet

    On this day December 1 1989 Savatage released the album Gutter Ballet. The record marked a major turning point for the band as they introduced dramatic piano elements, orchestral touches, and a more theatrical approach that pushed their sound far beyond traditional metal. Its powerful mix of...
  8. On This Day December 1 1987 – Sodom Released the Album Persecution Mania

    On This Day December 1 1987 – Sodom Released the Album Persecution Mania

    On this day December 1 1987 Sodom released the album Persecution Mania. The record marked a defining moment for the band as they embraced a sharper, faster, and more focused thrash metal sound that set a new standard for German metal in the late 80s. Its intense riffs, driving tempos, and raw...
  9. On This Day December 1 1986 – The Damned Released the Album Anything

    On This Day December 1 1986 – The Damned Released the Album Anything

    On this day December 1 1986 The Damned released the album Anything. The record blended dramatic tones, melodic rock elements, and a polished mid 80s production style that marked another evolution in the band’s sound. Its mix of atmospheric textures and energetic rhythms reflected their...
  10. On This Day December 1 1986 – Queen Released the Album Live Magic

    On This Day December 1 1986 – Queen Released the Album Live Magic

    On this day December 1 1986 Queen released the live album Live Magic. The record captured powerful performances from their Magic Tour, showcasing the band’s stadium sized energy, dynamic vocals, and unmistakable musicianship. Its mix of classic hits and crowd driven moments reflected the...
  11. On This Day December 1 1986 – Salt N Pepa Released the Album Hot Cool and Vicious

    On This Day December 1 1986 – Salt N Pepa Released the Album Hot Cool and Vicious

    On this day December 1 1986 Salt N Pepa released the album Hot Cool and Vicious. The record delivered bold rhythms, confident vocal delivery, and a fresh approach that pushed female driven hip hop into the mainstream during a decade still dominated by male artists. Its energetic beats, catchy...
  12. On This Day November 30 1986 – The Jets Released the Album Christmas with The Jets

    On This Day November 30 1986 – The Jets Released the Album Christmas with The Jets

    On this day November 30 1986 The Jets released the album Christmas with The Jets. The record delivered a bright and upbeat holiday collection shaped by the group’s signature harmonies, youthful energy, and warm pop sound. Its festive arrangements and cheerful spirit reflected the mid 80s...
  13. On This Day November 30 1985 – The Who Released the Album Who's Missing

    On This Day November 30 1985 – The Who Released the Album Who's Missing

    On this day November 30 1985 The Who released the compilation album Who's Missing. The record gathered a selection of rare tracks, B sides, and lesser known recordings that offered fans a deeper look into the band’s history. Its mix of energetic performances, early cuts, and hard to find...
  14. On This Day November 30 1985 – Separate Lives by Phil Collins and Marilyn Martin Became the Number 1 Song in America

    On This Day November 30 1985 – Separate Lives by Phil Collins and Marilyn Martin Became the Number 1 Song in America

    On this day November 30 1985 Separate Lives by Phil Collins and Marilyn Martin became the number 1 song in America. The duet delivered a powerful and emotional sound built around reflective lyrics, expressive vocals, and the polished mid 80s production that helped define the adult contemporary...
  15. On This Day November 29 1989 – Scorpions Released the Album Best of Rockers n Ballads

    On This Day November 29 1989 – Scorpions Released the Album Best of Rockers n Ballads

    On this day November 29 1989 Scorpions released the compilation album Best of Rockers n Ballads. The collection brought together some of the band’s most powerful rock anthems alongside their signature emotional ballads, highlighting the dual sound that made them one of the most successful hard...
  16. On This Day November 29 1985 – Cocteau Twins Released the EP Echoes in a Shallow Bay

    On This Day November 29 1985 – Cocteau Twins Released the EP Echoes in a Shallow Bay

    On this day November 29 1985 Cocteau Twins released the EP Echoes in a Shallow Bay. The record delivered the lush, dreamlike sound that defined the band’s mid 80s rise, blending layered guitars, atmospheric textures, and Elizabeth Fraser’s expressive vocal style into a rich and immersive...
  17. On This Day November 29 1984 – Bob Dylan Released the Album Real Live

    On This Day November 29 1984 – Bob Dylan Released the Album Real Live

    On this day November 29 1984 Bob Dylan released the live album Real Live. The record presented a collection of concert performances that highlighted his distinctive vocal style, expressive phrasing, and the seasoned presence he carried into the mid 80s. Its arrangements offered a fresh look at...
  18. On This Day November 29 1981 – Amy Grant Released the Album In Concert Volume Two

    On This Day November 29 1981 – Amy Grant Released the Album In Concert Volume Two

    On this day November 29 1981 Amy Grant released the album In Concert Volume Two. The record delivered a warm and heartfelt collection of live performances that highlighted her expressive vocals, spiritual focus, and growing influence within contemporary Christian music. Its gentle atmosphere...
  19. On This Day November 29 1988 – Guns N' Roses Released the Album G N' R Lies

    On This Day November 29 1988 – Guns N' Roses Released the Album G N' R Lies

    On this day November 29 1988 Guns N' Roses released the album G N' R Lies. The record delivered a mix of acoustic tracks and hard edged rock songs that showcased the band’s raw energy and emotional intensity. Its stripped back sound, urgent themes, and bold attitude reflected the group’s rising...
  20. On This Day November 30 1982 – Michael Jackson Released the Album Thriller

    On This Day November 30 1982 – Michael Jackson Released the Album Thriller

    On this day November 30 1982 Michael Jackson released the album Thriller. The record delivered a groundbreaking blend of pop, soul, rock, and dance music that reshaped the sound of the decade. Its bold production, unforgettable melodies, and unmatched vocal presence marked a major turning point...
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