On This Day July 18, 1989 – UHF Soundtrack by Weird Al Yankovic Was Released | We Love the Eighties – 80s Radio, Forums, and Pop Culture Community

Where the 80s are still on the air and still being talked about.

This is where the 80s are still on the air and still being talked about.

This community is part of a live 80s radio experience built around We Love the Eighties Radio. Every day the music, movies, television, and moments of the decade are brought back to life, and this is where listeners come to talk about it.

Check in during live radio blocks, share memories, and connect with others who still remember what it felt like when these songs and shows were part of everyday life. Whether you are tuning in right now or just discovering the station, you are in the right place.

Listen Live

Join the discussion

About This Community

Free registration. Facebook and Google login available.

Overview Discussion

Jul 18, 2025

Pete

Mr. Eighties

Pete has published a news story:

On This Day July 18, 1989 – UHF Soundtrack by Weird Al Yankovic Was Released.

On this day July 18, 1989, the UHF soundtrack by Weird Al Yankovic was released and delivered a chaotic mix of parody songs, comedy sketches, and pop culture spoofs that matched the offbeat tone of the film. Although the movie UHF had a short theatrical run, the soundtrack quickly found a home with Weird Al fans who embraced its wild creativity and genre bending humor.

The album featured songs like Spam...

Read the full story here...