web analytics

1980s

1985 History, Facts and Trivia

1985 History, Facts, and TriviaQuick Facts from 1985 Top Song: Careless Whisper by Wham! featuring George MichaelNotable Books: The Handmaid’s Tale by Margaret Atwood, The Vampire Lestat by Anne Rice, and The Cider House Rules by John IrvingSuper Bowl ad (30 seconds): $525,000Chinese Zodiac: Year of the Ox, associated with diligence, dependability, and a stubborn […]

1985 History, Facts and Trivia Read More »

,

1985 Music Hits: Top Songs, Radio Favorites, and Pop Classics

1985 Music Hits: Big Rock, Pop Royalty, Movie Songs, R&B, and MTV Flash 1985 music hits sounded like the full middle chapter of the 1980s: bright, loud, dramatic, stylish, and occasionally wearing sunglasses indoors for no practical reason. Rock bands were everywhere, pop stars were becoming full-scale video icons, R&B was smooth and polished, and

1985 Music Hits: Top Songs, Radio Favorites, and Pop Classics Read More »

,

1985 Grammy Award Winners

1985 Grammy Award WinnersWinners Announced: February 26, 1985Held at: Shrine Auditorium, Los AngelesHost: John DenverEligibility Year: October 1, 1983 – September 30, 1984TriviaThriller Triumphs: Michael Jackson’s album Thriller won multiple awards, including Best Engineered Recording, Non-Classical.Sade’s Smooth Introduction: The British band Sade won Best New Artist, riding high on the success of their debut album

1985 Grammy Award Winners Read More »

, ,

1984 Music Hits: Top Songs, Radio Favorites, and Pop Classics

1984 Music Hits: MTV Pop, Purple Rain, Movie Songs, Rock Anthems, and Synth-Pop Everywhere1984 music hits landed right in the sweet spot of the MTV era. Pop stars had become video stars, movie soundtracks were feeding the charts, rock bands were still filling arenas, and synth-pop seemed to be coming out of every keyboard with

1984 Music Hits: Top Songs, Radio Favorites, and Pop Classics Read More »

,

1984 Oscars 56th Academy Awards

1984 Oscars 56th Academy AwardsWinners Announced: April 9, 1984Held at: Dorothy Chandler Pavilion, Los Angeles, CaliforniaHost: Johnny CarsonEligibility Year: 1983TriviaThe evening was dominated by Terms of Endearment. It won Best Picture, Best Director for James L. Brooks, and Best Actress for Shirley MacLaine.Sally Field’s famous speech, “You like me, you really like me!” took place

1984 Oscars 56th Academy Awards Read More »

, , ,

1983 Music Hits: Top Songs, Radio Favorites, and Pop Classics

1983 Music Hits: Michael Jackson, New Wave, Movie Songs, Rock, R&B, and Early MTV Energy 1983 music hits captured the moment when MTV, radio, dance floors, and movie soundtracks all started pulling pop culture in the same direction. Michael Jackson was everywhere, new wave had moved into the mainstream, rock bands were still filling arenas,

1983 Music Hits: Top Songs, Radio Favorites, and Pop Classics Read More »

, , , , , ,

Thriller Video By Michael Jackson Released on December 2, 1983

Thriller By Michael JacksonThriller is a music video by Michael Jackson that was released in 1983 as part of the album, Thriller. The video first aired on MTV on December 2, 1983. The video featured Jackson performing a dance routine with a group of zombies and was directed by John Landis.The “Thriller” music video was a turning

Thriller Video By Michael Jackson Released on December 2, 1983 Read More »

, ,

1983 Oscars 55th Academy Awards

1983 Oscars 55th Academy AwardsWinners Announced: April 11, 1983Held at: Dorothy Chandler Pavilion, Los Angeles, CaliforniaHosts: Liza Minnelli, Dudley Moore, Richard Pryor, Walter MatthauEligibility Year: 1982TriviaHost Versatility: The hosting ensemble included a diverse blend of talents. Liza Minnelli represented the musical theater community, Dudley Moore brought comedic flavor, Richard Pryor offered edgier comedy, and Walter

1983 Oscars 55th Academy Awards Read More »

, , ,

1983 Grammy Award Winners

1983 Grammy Award WinnersWinners Announced: February 23, 1983Held at: Shrine Auditorium, Los AngelesHost: John DenverEligibility Year: October 1, 1981 – September 30, 19821983 Grammys Trivia and Noteworthy MomentsKing of Pop’s Reign: Michael Jackson’s Thriller snagged eight awards, setting a record for most wins by an artist in a single year.Toto’s Triumph: The band Toto nabbed

1983 Grammy Award Winners Read More »

, ,

1982 Music Hits: Top Songs, Radio Favorites, and Pop Classics

1982 Music Hits: Rock Anthems, New Wave, R&B, Early Hip-Hop, and Big Soundtrack Moments 1982 music hits caught pop music in the middle of a major shift. Classic rock and arena rock still had plenty of power, new wave and synth-pop were moving into the mainstream, R&B and funk were getting sleeker, and hip-hop was

1982 Music Hits: Top Songs, Radio Favorites, and Pop Classics Read More »

,

1982 Oscars 54th Academy Awards

1982 Oscars 54th Academy AwardsWinners Announced: March 29, 1982Held at: Dorothy Chandler Pavilion, Los Angeles, CaliforniaHost: Johnny CarsonEligibility Year: 19811982 Oscars Trivia and Noteworthy MomentsHenry’s Final Award: Henry Fonda won his only Oscar for On Golden Pond, and sadly, he passed away a few months later.British Underdog: Chariots of Fire, a British film, surprised everyone

1982 Oscars 54th Academy Awards Read More »

, , ,

1982 Grammy Award Winners

1982 Grammy Award Winners Winners Announced: February 24, 1982 Held at: Shrine Auditorium, Los Angeles, California Host: John Denver Eligibility Year: October 1, 1980 – September 30, 1981 1982 Grammy Trivia and Noteworthy Moments Denver’s Return: John Denver reprised his hosting role, having been a popular choice from previous ceremonies. Posthumous Recognition: John Lennon and

1982 Grammy Award Winners Read More »

, ,

1981 Music Hits: Top Songs, Radio Favorites, and Pop Classics

1981 Popular Music Chart: Arena Rock, Funk, Soft Rock, New Wave, and Early MTV Energy 1981 popular music sat right at the edge of a major pop-culture shift. MTV launched in August, rock bands were still ruling radio, funk and R&B were bringing deep grooves, soft rock ballads were everywhere, and new wave was starting

1981 Music Hits: Top Songs, Radio Favorites, and Pop Classics Read More »

,

1981 Oscars 53rd Academy Awards

1981 Oscars 53rd Academy AwardsWinners Announced: March 31, 1981Held at: Dorothy Chandler Pavilion, Los Angeles, CaliforniaHost: Johnny CarsonEligibility Year: 1980Oscar Trivia for the Film BuffsHost with the Most: Johnny Carson, famed for his long-running The Tonight Show, returned to host the Oscars, showcasing his quick wit and effortless charm.First-Timer’s Luck: Ordinary People, a film about

1981 Oscars 53rd Academy Awards Read More »

, , ,

1980 Music Hits: Top Songs, Radio Favorites, and Pop Classics

1980 Music Hits: Top Songs, Radio Favorites, and Pop Classics 1980 music was a true bridge year between the late 1970s and the new sound of the 1980s. Classic rock, disco, funk, soft rock, country crossover, early rap, new wave, and movie songs all shared the same radio space. AC/DC, Queen, Pink Floyd, Blondie, Michael

1980 Music Hits: Top Songs, Radio Favorites, and Pop Classics Read More »

,

1980 Oscars 52nd Academy Awards

1980 Oscars 52nd Academy AwardsWinners Announced: April 14, 1980Held at: Dorothy Chandler Pavilion, Los Angeles, CaliforniaHost: Johnny CarsonEligibility Year: 1979Red Carpet TriviaBattle of the Spouses: Kramer vs. Kramer, a film about a custody battle, was the big winner of the night, taking home Best Picture, Best Director, and Best Actor for Dustin Hoffman.Host with the

1980 Oscars 52nd Academy Awards Read More »

, , ,