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  1. Pete

    Synthwave 80s Sundays 07/21/24 : "Blue Monday" by New Order

    For this week's Synthwave 80s Sundays, let's dive into "Blue Monday" by New Order, a seminal track that has become a cornerstone of synthpop and electronic music. Released in 1983, "Blue Monday" features a pulsating rhythm, hypnotic synth lines, and a driving bass that exemplify the era's...
  2. Pete

    80s Metal Saturdays 07/20/25: Venom's At War With Satan

    At War with Satan by Venom For this week's '80s Metal Saturdays, let's dive into Venom's groundbreaking third album, "At War with Satan". Released in April 1984, this album is a monumental piece in the evolution of extreme metal. Venom, known for their raw and aggressive style, pushed the...
  3. Pete

    Released Today July 21, 1986 - Stuck With You by Huey Lewis and the News

    On July 21, 1986, Huey Lewis and the News released their hit single “Stuck With You.” This catchy tune quickly climbed the charts, becoming the #1 song in America from September 20 to October 10. The song also topped the charts in Canada, solidifying the band’s popularity across North America...
  4. Pete

    Revenge of the Nerds Premiered on July 1984: A Landmark 80s Comedy*

    On this day in July 1984, *Revenge of the Nerds* premiered in theaters, marking a significant moment in 80s pop culture. Starring Robert Carradine, Anthony Edwards, Ted McGinley, and John Goodman, the film tells the story of a group of socially awkward college students who band together to fight...
  5. Pete

    Throwback 80s Thursdays 07/18/24: Spotlight Back to the Future

    Hey everyone! For this week’s Throwback 80s Thursdays, let’s dive into Back to the Future, one of the most iconic films of the decade. Released in 1985 and directed by Robert Zemeckis, this sci-fi adventure follows teenager Marty McFly (Michael J. Fox) as he accidentally travels back to 1955 in...
  6. Pete

    Synthwave 80s Sundays 07/14/24: “Girls Just Want to Have Fun”

    Released in 1983, Cyndi Lauper’s “Girls Just Want to Have Fun” is a quintessential 80s anthem that perfectly captures the decade’s vibrant and rebellious spirit. Featuring infectious synthesizer riffs and a catchy melody, the song quickly became a global hit, reaching the top of the charts and...
  7. Pete

    80s Metal Saturdays 07/13/24: Judas Priest’s “Screaming for Vengeance”

    Released in 1982, Judas Priest’s “Screaming for Vengeance” is a seminal album that solidified the band’s position in the heavy metal pantheon. Featuring Rob Halford’s iconic vocals and the dual guitar attack of Glenn Tipton and K.K. Downing, the album delivered classics like “You’ve Got Another...
  8. Pete

    During the 80s

    The 1980s saw the rise of the compact disc (CD) as the dominant format for music consumption. The first commercial CD player, the Sony CDP-101, was released in 1982, and the first CD pressed was Billy Joel's "52nd Street." This new format offered better sound quality and greater durability...
  9. Pete

    TV 80s Tuesdays 07//0924: Miami Vice

    Welcome to another installment of TV 80s Tuesdays! This week, we're diving into the sleek, stylish world of **Miami Vice**. Overview Miami Vice aired from 1984 to 1989 and quickly became an iconic show of the 1980s. Created by Anthony Yerkovich and produced by Michael Mann, the show followed...
  10. Pete

    80s Metal Saturday 07/06/24: A Deep Dive into Mötley Crüe's "Too Fast for Love"

    Welcome to another installment of 80s Metal Saturday! Today, we're cranking up the volume and diving deep into the iconic debut album by Mötley Crüe, "Too Fast for Love." Released on November 10, 1981, this album laid the groundwork for the band's explosive career and became a cornerstone of the...
  11. Pete

    Throwback 80s Thursdays 07/04/24: Revisiting "Friday the 13th Part 2

    Welcome to another edition of Throwback 80s Thursdays! Today, we're diving into the horror genre with a look back at "Friday the 13th Part 2," a sequel that helped define the slasher film era of the 1980s. The Plot Released on May 1, 1981, "Friday the 13th Part 2" picks up five years after the...
  12. Pete

    Hip Hop 80s Wednesdays 07/03/24: "Paid in Full" by Eric B. & Rakim

    Hey everyone, welcome to another Hip Hop 80s Wednesday! Today, we’re diving into a classic that redefined the genre and set a new standard for lyrical excellence and production: "Paid in Full" by Eric B. & Rakim. The Song and Its Impact Released in 1987 as the title track of their debut album...
  13. Pete

    TV 80s Tuesdays 07/02/24: "Family Ties"

    Welcome to another edition of TV 80s Tuesdays! Today, we're diving into the beloved sitcom "Family Ties," a show that captured the hearts of viewers and became a defining series of the 1980s. The Premise "Family Ties" premiered on NBC on September 22, 1982, and ran for seven successful seasons...
  14. Pete

    Synthwave 80s Sundays 06/30/24: “Cars” by Gary Numan

    Welcome to another Synthwave 80s Sunday, where we dive into the iconic tracks that defined the synthwave genre. Today, I'm putting the spotlight on Gary Numan’s groundbreaking hit, “Cars.” The Birth of a Synth Classic Released in 1979 as a single from his debut solo album "The Pleasure...
  15. Pete

    July 1, 1984: PG-13 Rating Introduced by the MPAA

    On July 1, 1984, the Motion Picture Association of America (MPAA) introduced the PG-13 rating. This new rating was created to indicate that some material might be inappropriate for children under 13. The first film to receive the PG-13 rating was “Red Dawn,” which set a precedent for the...
  16. Pete

    Throwback 80s Thursdays 6/27/24: Mac and Me

    Hey everyone, welcome to another Throwback 80s Thursday! Today, we're diving into a cult classic from the late 80s that has sparked plenty of nostalgia and laughs over the years: "Mac and Me." Released in 1988, "Mac and Me" is a family sci-fi adventure directed by Stewart Raffill. The movie...
  17. Pete

    80s Hip Hop Wednesdays 06/26/24: Spotlight on "Girl I'll House You" by Jungle Brothers

    Hey everyone, welcome to another 80s Hip Hop Wednesday! Today, we're diving into a track that brilliantly fuses hip hop with house music: "Girl I'll House You" by the Jungle Brothers. Released in 1988, "Girl I'll House You" stands out as a pioneering track that brought together the energy of...
  18. Pete

    80s Synthwave Sundays 06/23/24: Spotlight on Take On Me by A-ha

    Hey everyone, welcome to another Synthwave 80s Sunday! Today, we’re turning the spotlight on one of the most iconic synthwave tracks of the 80s: “Take On Me” by A-ha. Released in 1985, “Take On Me” quickly became a global sensation. The song’s infectious melody, driven by its signature synth...
  19. Pete

    80s Metal Saturdays 06/22/24: Spotlight on The Number of the Beast by Iron Maiden

    Welcome to another 80s Metal Saturday! Today, we're diving into one of the most iconic metal albums of all time: Iron Maiden's The Number of the Beast. Released on March 22, 1982, The Number of the Beast was Iron Maiden's third studio album and marked a significant turning point for the band...
  20. Pete

    Throwback 80s Thursdays 06/20/24: Spotlight on “Short Circuit

    Hey everyone, welcome to Throwback 80s Thursdays! This week, we’re taking a trip back to 1986 to revisit the classic sci-fi comedy “Short Circuit.” Directed by John Badham, “Short Circuit” tells the story of a military robot named Number 5 who gains human-like intelligence and a personality...
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