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Video Vault Sundays: July 13, 2025 – Bryan Adams – Summer of 69 (1984)
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Video Vault Sundays: July 13, 2025 – Bryan Adams – Summer of 69 (1984)
In 1985, Bryan Adams released Summer of 69, a rock anthem that captured the feeling of youth, freedom, and memories that last a lifetime. With its punchy guitar riffs and nostalgic lyrics, the song quickly became one of the standout tracks of the decade. While it looks back on a past summer...- Pete
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Video Vault Sundays: June 29, 2025 - Madonna – Get Into the Groove (1985)
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Video Vault Sundays: June 29, 2025 - Madonna – Get Into the Groove (1985)
By the summer of 1985, Madonna had already become a rising star. But with Get Into the Groove, she fully claimed her place at the center of 80s pop culture. The song was featured in her film Desperately Seeking Susan and quickly became one of her most recognizable and danceable hits. While it...- Pete
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Video Vault Sundays: June 22, 2025 - The Human League - Don’t You Want Me (1981)
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Video Vault Sundays: June 22, 2025 - The Human League - Don’t You Want Me (1981)
In 1981, The Human League released Don’t You Want Me, a synth pop anthem that quickly became one of the most iconic tracks of the early 80s. The song told a dramatic back and forth story between two voices, set to a catchy electronic beat that helped define the new wave sound of the decade. But...- Pete
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Video Vault Sundays: June 15, 2025 - Peter Gabriel - Sledgehammer
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Video Vault Sundays: June 15, 2025 - Peter Gabriel - Sledgehammer
In 1986, Peter Gabriel stunned the music world with his hit single Sledgehammer. While the song stood out for its funky groove and soulful vibe, it was the music video that truly changed the game. With its wild blend of stop motion, claymation, pixilation, and practical effects, the video became...- Pete
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Video Vault Sundays: June 8, 2025 - Cyndi Lauper – Girls Just Want to Have Fun (1983)
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Video Vault Sundays: June 8, 2025 - Cyndi Lauper – Girls Just Want to Have Fun (1983)
In 1983, Cyndi Lauper burst onto the scene with Girls Just Want to Have Fun, redefining the sound and spirit of 80s pop. The track quickly became an anthem of youthful joy and independence, powered by Lauper’s spirited vocals and a melody that still makes people dance today. But it was the music...- Pete
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Video Vault Sundays: June 1, 2025 - A-ha – Take On Me
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Video Vault Sundays: June 1, 2025 - A-ha – Take On Me
In 1985, Norwegian band A ha broke through in a big way with their global hit Take On Me. Though the song had an earlier version released in 1984, it was the re recorded track paired with an innovative music video that turned it into a sensation. Blending pencil sketch animation with live action...- Pete
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Video Vault Sundays: May 25, 2025 – The Buggles - Video Killed the Radio Star
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Video Vault Sundays: May 25, 2025 – The Buggles - Video Killed the Radio Star
On August 1, 1981, MTV made its debut with a bold and symbolic choice. The first video it ever aired was “Video Killed the Radio Star” by The Buggles. Though released in 1979, the song found its true cultural moment at the dawn of the 80s, becoming a defining symbol of the video music era. This...- Pete
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The Legendary 80s Artists: Alphaville, Modern Talking, Sandra, Frida, and A-ha
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The Legendary 80s Artists: Alphaville, Modern Talking, Sandra, Frida, and A-ha
The 1980s was a golden era of music, a time when synthpop, new wave, and electronic music captured the hearts of millions. Among the most influential artists of this transformative decade were Alphaville, Modern Talking, Sandra, Frida, and A-ha. These musicians and their timeless songs have left...- Pete
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- Category: 80s Music: Iconic Artists, Greatest Hits, and Classic Sounds