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  1. On This Day: June 27 1980 – Xanadu Soundtrack Released

    On This Day: June 27 1980 – Xanadu Soundtrack Released

    On this day June 27 1980, the soundtrack for Xanadu was released, featuring Olivia Newton John and the Electric Light Orchestra. While the film itself received mixed reviews, the music became a massive hit and outshined the movie in popularity. The soundtrack reached number four on the...
  2. On This Day: June 20, 1989 - Prince Released the Batman Soundtrack

    On This Day: June 20, 1989 - Prince Released the Batman Soundtrack

    On this day June 20, 1989, Prince released the Batman soundtrack, a bold and unconventional companion to Tim Burton’s blockbuster film. Unlike traditional scores, this album was filled with funk, pop and rock tracks entirely composed and performed by Prince, giving the movie its unique sonic...
  3. On This Day: June 20, 1980 - The Blues Brothers Soundtrack Released

    On This Day: June 20, 1980 - The Blues Brothers Soundtrack Released

    On this day June 20, 1980, The Blues Brothers soundtrack was released to coincide with the film’s theatrical debut. Featuring performances by Dan Aykroyd and John Belushi in character as Jake and Elwood Blues, the album also included legendary soul and R and B artists such as Aretha Franklin...
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  4. On This Day: April 26, 1988 – Colors Soundtrack Was Released

    On This Day: April 26, 1988 – Colors Soundtrack Was Released

    On this day April 26, 1988, the soundtrack for the film Colors was released. Featuring a lineup of hip hop, R&B, and funk artists, the album captured the gritty and intense atmosphere of the movie, which focused on gang culture in Los Angeles. The soundtrack reached number 70 on the Billboard...
  5. On This Day: April 7, 1986 - Absolute Beginners Soundtrack Was Released

    On This Day: April 7, 1986 - Absolute Beginners Soundtrack Was Released

    On this day April 7, 1986, the soundtrack to the film Absolute Beginners was released, showcasing a mix of musical styles from some of the most notable artists of the era. Created to accompany the British musical drama set in late 1950s London, the soundtrack blended pop, jazz, soul, and rock to...
  6. On This Day: March 28 1983 Baby Snakes Soundtrack by Frank Zappa Was Released

    On This Day: March 28 1983 Baby Snakes Soundtrack by Frank Zappa Was Released

    On this day March 28 1983 Frank Zappa released his thirty sixth album Baby Snakes the official soundtrack to his 1979 concert film of the same name. The album captured Zappa’s signature mix of experimental rock virtuoso musicianship and surreal humor all performed with his tight and energetic...
  7. On This Day: March 22 1985 John Paul Jones Released the Scream for Help Soundtrack

    On This Day: March 22 1985 John Paul Jones Released the Scream for Help Soundtrack

    On this day March 22 1985 Led Zeppelin bassist and multi-instrumentalist John Paul Jones released the soundtrack album for the thriller film Scream for Help. The album showcased Jones' ability to blend rock orchestration and atmospheric compositions into a cinematic experience. Featuring...
  8. On This Day: March 18 1985 Peter Gabriel Released the Birdy Soundtrack

    On This Day: March 18 1985 Peter Gabriel Released the Birdy Soundtrack

    On this day March 18 1985 Peter Gabriel released the soundtrack album for the film Birdy. The album featured atmospheric and experimental instrumental music marking Gabriel’s first venture into film scoring. Birdy reached number 162 on the Billboard charts and included reworked instrumental...
  9. On This Day: March 7 1980 The Coal Miners Daughter Soundtrack Was Released

    On This Day: March 7 1980 The Coal Miners Daughter Soundtrack Was Released

    On this day March 7 1980 the soundtrack for The Coal Miners Daughter was released featuring music from the biographical film about country legend Loretta Lynn. The album included performances by Sissy Spacek who portrayed Lynn in the movie as well as classic country songs from artists like Patsy...
  10. On This Day: March 2 1984 Spinal Tap Soundtrack Was Released

    On This Day: March 2 1984 Spinal Tap Soundtrack Was Released

    On this day March 2 1984 the Spinal Tap soundtrack was released alongside the mockumentary film This Is Spinal Tap. The album featured music from the fictional rock band Spinal Tap blending satire with authentic sounding heavy metal and hard rock. The soundtrack included songs like Tonight I’m...
  11. On This Day: February 28 1986 The Pretty in Pink Soundtrack Was Released

    On This Day: February 28 1986 The Pretty in Pink Soundtrack Was Released

    On this day February 28 1986 the Pretty in Pink soundtrack was released, featuring a collection of new wave and alternative rock tracks that became just as iconic as the film itself. The album perfectly captured the era’s youthful energy and emotional depth, making it one of the most celebrated...
  12. On This Day: February 19, 1985 The Breakfast Club Soundtrack Released

    On This Day: February 19, 1985 The Breakfast Club Soundtrack Released

    On this day, February 19, 1985, The Breakfast Club soundtrack was released, featuring the iconic music that helped define the classic John Hughes teen film. The album reached #15 on the Billboard charts, fueled by its unforgettable hit single, Don’t You (Forget About Me) by Simple Minds. The...
  13. On This Day: February 12, 1985 - Vision Quest Soundtrack

    On This Day: February 12, 1985 - Vision Quest Soundtrack

    The Vision Quest soundtrack is best known for introducing Crazy for You by Madonna, which became a massive hit and one of her signature ballads. Other standout tracks included Only the Young by Journey, Lunatic Fringe by Red Rider, and Change by John Waite. The album played a crucial role in the...
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    1984: For the Love of Big Brother (1984)

    Title: 1984: For the Love of Big Brother Artist: Eurythmics Genre: Synthpop Released: 1984 Tracks: 1 - I Did It Just the Same - 2 - Sexcrime (Nineteen Eighty-Four) - 3 - For the Love of Big Brother - 4 - Winston's Diary - 5 - Greetings From a Dead Man - 6 - Julia - 7 -...
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    Eurythmics Released 1984 (Soundtrack) - November 12, 1984

    On this day, November 12, 1984, Eurythmics released their soundtrack album 1984, created for the film adaptation of George Orwell’s classic novel 1984. The soundtrack, featuring a mix of haunting and atmospheric tracks, reached #93 on the US Billboard charts and peaked at #6 in Sweden. Known for...
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    Barbra Streisand Released Yentl Soundtrack - November 8, 1983

    On this day, November 8, 1983, Barbra Streisand released the soundtrack for her film Yentl, a musical journey that resonated with fans around the world. Featuring memorable songs like “Papa, Can You Hear Me?” the soundtrack climbed to #9 on the Billboard charts and reached #2 in Spain...
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    Less Than Zero Soundtrack Released - November 6, 1987

    On this day, November 6, 1987, the soundtrack for Less Than Zero was released, featuring an array of artists that captured the mood of the film and the ’80s music scene. With tracks from acts like The Bangles, LL Cool J, and Aerosmith, the album reached #31 on the Billboard charts. The...
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    The Miami Vice Soundtrack Released - October 26, 1985

    On this day, October 26, 1985, the Miami Vice soundtrack was released. The album, featuring music by Jan Hammer, Glenn Frey, and Phil Collins, captured the vibrant energy and style of the hit TV show. The soundtrack became a major success, topping charts and becoming a defining piece of ’80s pop...
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    Released Today Paul McCartney’s Give My Regards to Broad Street Soundtrack - October 22, 1984

    On this day, October 22, 1984, Paul McCartney released the soundtrack Give My Regards to Broad Street. The album, tied to McCartney’s film of the same name, peaked at #21 on the Billboard charts in the U.S. and hit #1 in the UK. The soundtrack featured re-recordings of classic Beatles and Wings...
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    Today Imagine: John Lennon Soundtrack Released - October 10, 1988

    On this day, October 10, 1988, the soundtrack Imagine: John Lennon was released, featuring music from the documentary of the same name. The album reached #31 on the Billboard charts and includes a mix of John Lennon’s greatest hits, as well as some rare tracks that perfectly capture his legacy...
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