This week in 80’s history!

Posted on March 18, 2023

Let’s see what this week in the decade of decadence had to offer.

It was on this week in:

1981: The Who released Face Dances, their 9th studio album would peak at #4 on the US charts much thanks to mega hit “You Better You Bet”.

1985 – Mr. Belvedere Premiered on ABC

1986 – “Sara” by Starship Hit Became the #1 Song in America. Holding onto that spot for just one week.

1989 – Fletch Lives, starring Chevy Chase Premiered in Theaters.

Headlines

John Fogerty Announces New Album Featuring His Re-Recorded Versions Of Creedence Clearwater Revival Classics

Thom Yorke Shares New Solo Song, “Dialing In,” From Upcoming Apple TV+ series ‘Smoke’

Bruce Springsteen Shares Lost Nineties Mariachi Song, “Adelita,” From ‘Tracks II’ Box Set

Linkin Park’s ‘From Zero’ Tops Multiple Billboard Charts Following Deluxe Reissue

Former Red Hot Chili Peppers Guitarist Josh Klinghoffer Avoids Jail After Plea Deal In Vehicular Manslaughter Case

Styx Announces New Album, ‘Circling From Above,’ Shares Lead Single “Build And Destroy”