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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 January 22 1983 - MTV Made Its Debut on the West Coast

    On This Day January 22 1983 - MTV Made Its Debut on the West Coast

    On this day January 22 1983, MTV officially made its debut on the West Coast, expanding the reach of music television across the United States. What began as a cable experiment quickly became a cultural force, giving artists a powerful new visual platform and reshaping how music was discovered...
  2. On This Day October 20, 1985 – Andy Warhols Fifteen Minutes Premiered On MTV

    On This Day October 20, 1985 – Andy Warhols Fifteen Minutes Premiered On MTV

    On this day October 20, 1985, Andy Warhols Fifteen Minutes premiered on MTV, bringing art, celebrity, and counterculture to cable television in a way never seen before. The talk show was named after Warhols famous phrase about everyone getting their fifteen minutes of fame, and it quickly became...
  3. On This Day September 18 1983 – Kiss Appeared on MTV Without Makeup

    On This Day September 18 1983 – Kiss Appeared on MTV Without Makeup

    On this day September 18 1983, the members of Kiss shocked fans when they appeared on MTV without their signature makeup for the first time in public. The unmasking marked a major turning point for the band, as they sought to adapt to changing trends and reach a new generation of listeners. The...
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    Video Vault Sundays: August 3, 2025 – Cyndi Lauper – The Goonies R Good Enough (1985)

    This thread is for the general discussion of the 80s Music Videos Video Vault Sundays: August 3, 2025 – Cyndi Lauper – The Goonies R Good Enough (1985). Please add to the discussion here.
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  5. On This Day August 1 1981 – MTV Made Its Debut

    On This Day August 1 1981 – MTV Made Its Debut

    On this day August 1 1981, MTV launched in the United States and forever changed the way music was consumed, marketed, and experienced. At 12:01 AM, the network aired its first music video, Video Killed the Radio Star by The Buggles, signaling the start of a new era where visual presentation...
  6. Pete

    Remembering Ozzy Osbourne 1948 to 2025

    The world of rock has lost one of its most unforgettable voices. Ozzy Osbourne, known to many as the Prince of Darkness and the legendary frontman of Black Sabbath, has passed away at the age of 76. Ozzy helped define heavy metal in the 1970s with Black Sabbath before launching a massive solo...
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    Video Vault Sundays: July 20, 2025 – Michael Jackson – Thriller (1983)

    This thread is for the general discussion of the 80s Music Videos Video Vault Sundays: July 20, 2025 – Michael Jackson – Thriller (1983). Please add to the discussion here.
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    Video Vault Sundays: July 13, 2025 – Bryan Adams – Summer of 69 (1984)

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    Video Vault Sundays: June 29, 2025 - Madonna – Get Into the Groove (1985)

    This thread is for the general discussion of the Feature Video Vault Sundays: June 29, 2025 - Madonna – Get Into the Groove (1985). Please add to the discussion here.
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    • 80s music 80s music videos into the groove madonna mtv retro music weekly feature
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    Video Vault Sundays: June 15, 2025 - Peter Gabriel - Sledgehammer

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    Video Vault Sundays: June 1, 2025 - A-ha – Take On Me

    This thread is for the general discussion of the Feature Video Vault Sundays: June 1, 2025 - A-ha – Take On Me. Please add to the discussion here.
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    Video Vault Sundays: May 25, 2025 – The Buggles - Video Killed the Radio Star

    This thread is for the general discussion of the Feature Video Vault Sundays: May 25, 2025 – The Buggles “Video Killed the Radio Star”. Please add to the discussion here.
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  13. On This Day: February 22 1986 MTV Aired a 22-Hour Marathon of The Monkees

    On This Day: February 22 1986 MTV Aired a 22-Hour Marathon of The Monkees

    On this day February 22 1986 MTV celebrated the 20-year anniversary of The Monkees by airing a 22 hour marathon of the classic 1966 TV series. The event reignited interest in the band, introducing a new generation to the adventures of Davy Jones, Micky Dolenz, Michael Nesmith, and Peter Tork...
  14. Pete

    The Most Iconic Moments of the 80s

    I want to take a walk down memory lane and talk about some of the most iconic moments that defined the 80s. From music and movies to fashion and historic events, the 80s were packed with unforgettable moments that still resonate today. Here are a few to get the ball rolling: 1. Live Aid...
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    • 80s entertainment 80s history 80s movies 80s music 80s tech live aid concert mtv
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  15. Remote Control (1987)

    Title: Remote Control Genre: Comedy Creator: Michael Dugan Cast: Marisol Massey,Ken Ober,Colin Quinn First aired: Dec 6, 1987 Last air date: Dec 13, 1987 Overview: Remote Control is a TV game show that ran on MTV for five seasons from 1987 until 1990. It was MTV's first...

  16. MTV Unplugged (1989)

    Title: MTV Unplugged Genre: Documentary First aired: Nov 26, 1989 Last air date: Dec 15, 2023 Overview: MTV's acclaimed music series showcases today's top artists and rising stars in the industry performing acoustic versions of their songs.
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    The First MTV Music Video Awards Video

    I was able to find a YouTube video showing the first MTV Music Video Awards at NYC’s Radio City Music Hall on September 14 1984. This is one that I‘m sure you’re all appreciate. It’s not great quality but still decent.
  18. 80s Pop Culture: The Birth of MTV

    80s Pop Culture: The Birth of MTV

    The 1980s was a decade of bold style, electrifying music, and dramatic shifts in popular culture. Amidst the kaleidoscope of neon fashion and iconic synth beats, one platform emerged that not only encapsulated the spirit of the decade but helped shape it: MTV. Launched on August 1, 1981, MTV...
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    80s Pop Culture: The Birth of MTV

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    80s Nostalgia | Time to reminisce

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    • '80s 80s fashion 80s music a-ha cindy lauper fanny packs girls just wanna have fun land of confusion madonna mtv mullets nostalgia peter gabriel phil collins sledgehammer take on me
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