Title: On This Day July 26 1984 – Sidewalk Premiered By Icehouse | We Love the Eighties – 80s Radio, Forums, and Pop Culture Community

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Jul 26, 2025

Pete

Mr. Eighties

Pete has published a news story:

Title: On This Day July 26 1984 – Sidewalk Premiered By Icehouse.

On this day July 26 1984, Sidewalk by Icehouse made its debut, showcasing the band’s evolution from post punk roots into a polished new wave direction. The third studio album built on the success of its predecessors while embracing a richer sonic palette featuring lush synth textures prominent bass lines and more layered vocal harmonies.

The record delivers standout tracks such as Big Fun, Don’t Believe Anymore and...

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