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  1. On This Day: July 14, 1984 – Eddie Van Halen Performed Beat It Live with The Jacksons

    On This Day: July 14, 1984 – Eddie Van Halen Performed Beat It Live with The Jacksons

    On this day July 14, 1984, guitar legend Eddie Van Halen made a surprise guest appearance during The Jacksons’ Victory Tour stop in Dallas, Texas. For the first time ever, he joined the group on stage to perform his iconic guitar solo from Beat It, the smash hit from Michael Jackson’s album...
  2. On This Day: April 30, 1983 - Beat It by Michael Jackson Hits Number One

    On This Day: April 30, 1983 - Beat It by Michael Jackson Hits Number One

    On April 30, 1983, Michael Jackson’s Beat It officially became the number one song in America. The track, known for its powerful fusion of pop and rock, showcased Jackson’s versatility and featured an unforgettable guitar solo by Eddie Van Halen. Beat It dominated the Billboard Hot 100, holding...
  3. Pete

    On This Day: February 14, 1983 Beat It by Michael Jackson Released

    Pete has published a news story: On This Day: February 14, 1983 Beat It by Michael Jackson Released. Read the full story here...
  4. On This Day: February 14, 1983 Beat It by Michael Jackson Released

    On This Day: February 14, 1983 Beat It by Michael Jackson Released

    On this day, February 14, 1983, Michael Jackson released Beat It, the third single from his legendary album Thriller. The song became a massive crossover hit, reaching #1 in the U.S. from April 30 to May 20, 1983, and topping the charts in Canada, Belgium, the Netherlands, and New Zealand. Beat...
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    Michael Jackson: The King of Pop in the 80s

    This thread is for the general discussion of the Article Michael Jackson: The King of Pop in the 80s. Please add to the discussion here.
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  6. Michael Jackson: The King of Pop in the 80s

    Michael Jackson: The King of Pop in the 80s

    Michael Jackson, often hailed as the King of Pop, dominated the music scene during the 1980s. His influence on music, dance, and fashion was unparalleled, and he set a new standard for entertainment that continues to inspire artists today. This article delves into Michael Jackson's extraordinary...
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    • Category: 80s Music: Iconic Artists, Greatest Hits, and Classic Sounds
  7. Pete

    Michael Jackson Beat It Doll from 1984

    Do any of you own a Michael Jackson Beat It doll from 1984?
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