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January 9, 1984 - Van Halen Released Their 6th Album, 1984

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On this day, January 9, 1984, Van Halen released their iconic sixth studio album, 1984. Packed with unforgettable tracks, the album marked a significant shift in the band’s sound, blending their hard rock roots with a heavy dose of synthesizers.

1984 reached #2 on the US Billboard 200, held back only by Michael Jackson’s Thriller. The album’s standout single, Jump, became Van Halen’s first (and only) song to top the Billboard Hot 100. Other classics like Panama and Hot for Teacher helped solidify 1984 as one of the defining albums of the decade.

Fun Fact: The iconic synthesizer riff in Jump was played by Eddie Van Halen, who also crafted some of his most memorable guitar solos for this album.

What’s your favorite track from 1984?
 
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