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This community is dedicated to the music, movies, television, games, radio, and pop culture that defined the 1980s. It is a place for people who lived the decade, as well as those who appreciate what made it unforgettable. Members use this forum to check in during live radio blocks, share weekly listening memories, and talk about what the music, shows, and moments of the 80s bring back for them. Guests are welcome to browse selected discussions, while full participation requires registration. If you would like to understand the intent behind this community and how it is curated, you can read more here: About This Community. Explore current conversations, share your memories, and take part in a community built around real 80s experiences.

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  1. On This Day February 1 1981 - Atomkraft? Nein, Danke! by Earthstar Was Released

    On This Day February 1 1981 - Atomkraft? Nein, Danke! by Earthstar Was Released

    On this day February 1 1981, Atomkraft? Nein, Danke! by Earthstar was released, presenting an atmospheric electronic album built around synthesizers mood and environmental themes. The record leaned into expansive soundscapes and minimalist structure, reflecting an early 1980s interest in...
  2. On This Day February 1 1983 - Frontiers by Journey Was Released

    On This Day February 1 1983 - Frontiers by Journey Was Released

    On this day February 1 1983, Frontiers by Journey was released, marking a major peak in the band’s arena rock dominance. The album combined soaring melodies polished production and emotionally driven songwriting, reinforcing Journey’s status as one of the most successful rock acts of the decade...
  3. On This Day February 1 1986 - War Games by Grave Digger Was Released

    On This Day February 1 1986 - War Games by Grave Digger Was Released

    On this day February 1 1986, War Games by Grave Digger was released, delivering a raw and aggressive heavy metal album rooted in speed power and traditional metal grit. The record featured driving riffs forceful vocals and a no nonsense approach that reflected the underground metal spirit of the...
  4. On This Day February 1 1989 - The Great Radio Controversy by Tesla Was Released

    On This Day February 1 1989 - The Great Radio Controversy by Tesla Was Released

    On this day February 1 1989, The Great Radio Controversy by Tesla was released, marking a breakthrough moment for the band as they blended hard rock power with classic rock influence. The album emphasized strong songwriting and musicianship over flashy image, helping Tesla stand out during the...
  5. On This Day February 1 1980 - Call Me by Blondie Was Released

    On This Day February 1 1980 - Call Me by Blondie Was Released

    On this day February 1 1980, Call Me by Blondie was released, quickly becoming one of the most iconic singles of the early decade. Written for the film American Gigolo, the song combined pulsing synth lines with a cool confident vocal delivery, capturing a sleek modern sound that felt perfectly...
  6. On This Day January 31 1981 - The Tide Is High by Blondie Became the Number One Song in America

    On This Day January 31 1981 - The Tide Is High by Blondie Became the Number One Song in America

    On this day January 31 1981, The Tide Is High by Blondie became the number one song in America, giving the band another major chart topping hit at the start of the decade. The song stood out for its laid back reggae influenced rhythm paired with a cool confident vocal delivery that felt...
  7. On This Day January 31 1983 - Another Page by Christopher Cross Was Released

    On This Day January 31 1983 - Another Page by Christopher Cross Was Released

    On this day January 31 1983, Another Page by Christopher Cross was released, continuing his polished soft rock sound into the early 1980s. The album leaned into smooth production melodic hooks and a refined adult contemporary style that fit the era’s radio landscape. Another Page reflected how...
  8. On This Day January 31 1984 - Footloose Soundtrack by Various Artists Was Released

    On This Day January 31 1984 - Footloose Soundtrack by Various Artists Was Released

    On this day January 31 1984, the Footloose soundtrack by Various Artists was released, becoming one of the defining movie soundtracks of the decade. Packed with high energy pop and rock songs, the album captured the youthful spirit rebellion and movement that defined the film and much of mid...
  9. On This Day January 31 1985 - New Day Rising by Husker Du Was Released

    On This Day January 31 1985 - New Day Rising by Husker Du Was Released

    On this day January 31 1985, New Day Rising by Husker Du was released, marking a major moment in the evolution of American alternative and underground rock. The album expanded the band’s hardcore roots with more melody structure and emotional range, while still retaining speed intensity and raw...
  10. On This Day January 31 1989 - Life Is... Too Short by Too Short Was Released

    On This Day January 31 1989 - Life Is... Too Short by Too Short Was Released

    On this day January 31 1989, Life Is... Too Short by Too Short was released, marking a major moment in the rise of West Coast rap during the late 1980s. The album featured stripped down beats conversational delivery and street level storytelling, helping solidify a raw independent approach to...
  11. On This Day January 31 1989 - Dirty Rotten Filthy Stinking Rich by Warrant Was Released

    On This Day January 31 1989 - Dirty Rotten Filthy Stinking Rich by Warrant Was Released

    On this day January 31 1989, Dirty Rotten Filthy Stinking Rich by Warrant was released, delivering a glossy hard rock album that fit squarely into the late 1980s glam metal explosion. Packed with big hooks polished production and a flashy image, the album captured the excess confidence and...
  12. On This Day January 31 1989 - Mystery Girl by Roy Orbison Was Released

    On This Day January 31 1989 - Mystery Girl by Roy Orbison Was Released

    On this day January 31 1989, Mystery Girl by Roy Orbison was released, marking a powerful late career return for one of rock and pop music’s most distinctive voices. The album blended classic emotional balladry with contemporary late 1980s production, reintroducing Orbison to a new generation of...
  13. On This Day January 31 1989 - Every Little Step by Bobby Brown Was Released

    On This Day January 31 1989 - Every Little Step by Bobby Brown Was Released

    On this day January 31 1989, Every Little Step by Bobby Brown was released, becoming one of the defining singles of his solo career. The song blended new jack swing rhythm with confident vocals and slick production, helping push R and B firmly into mainstream pop dominance at the end of the...
  14. On This Day January 30 1987 - Nothing’s Gonna Stop Us Now by Starship Became the Number One Song in America

    On This Day January 30 1987 - Nothing’s Gonna Stop Us Now by Starship Became the Number One Song in America

    On this day January 30 1987, Nothing’s Gonna Stop Us Now by Starship became the number one song in America. Featured as the theme song for the movie Mannequin, the track blended soaring vocals polished production and an uplifting message that perfectly matched the feel good tone of mid to late...
  15. On This Day January 30 1989 - Technique by New Order Was Released

    On This Day January 30 1989 - Technique by New Order Was Released

    On this day January 30 1989, Technique by New Order was released, marking a defining moment in the band’s evolution at the end of the decade. The album fused electronic dance rhythms with alternative rock sensibilities, drawing strong influence from club culture while maintaining New Order’s...
  16. On This Day January 30 1989 - Fabulous Disaster by Exodus Was Released

    On This Day January 30 1989 - Fabulous Disaster by Exodus Was Released

    On this day January 30 1989, Fabulous Disaster by Exodus was released, delivering a fierce thrash metal album that captured the intensity and aggression of late 1980s metal. Packed with fast riffs sharp lyrics and relentless energy, the album reinforced Exodus’s reputation as one of the most...
  17. On This Day January 30 1984 - Somebody’s Watching Me by Rockwell Became the Number One Song in America

    On This Day January 30 1984 - Somebody’s Watching Me by Rockwell Became the Number One Song in America

    On this day January 30 1984, Somebody’s Watching Me by Rockwell became the number one song in America, turning paranoia into one of the most memorable pop hits of the decade. Built around a haunting synth line and an instantly recognizable chorus, the song captured a sense of unease while...
  18. On This Day January 30 1981 - Captured Live Album by Journey Was Released

    On This Day January 30 1981 - Captured Live Album by Journey Was Released

    On this day January 30 1981, Captured, the live album by Journey, was released, capturing the band at the height of its arena rock popularity. Recorded during their Departure tour, the album showcased Journey’s powerful live sound, extended performances, and strong connection with concert...
  19. On This Day January 30 1980 - Air Pocket by Roger Powell Was Released

    On This Day January 30 1980 - Air Pocket by Roger Powell Was Released

    On this day January 30 1980, Air Pocket by Roger Powell was released, delivering an experimental album that blended electronic textures progressive rock influences and synthesizer driven composition. The record leaned heavily into atmosphere and instrumental exploration, reflecting a period of...
  20. On This Day January 30 1984 - Software by Grace Slick Was Released

    On This Day January 30 1984 - Software by Grace Slick Was Released

    On this day January 30 1984, Software by Grace Slick was released, marking a bold and experimental entry in her solo catalog. The album leaned heavily into synthesizers electronic textures and futuristic themes, reflecting the growing influence of technology on music during the mid 1980s...
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