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1980 (MCMLXXX) was a leap year starting on Tuesday of the Gregorian calendar, the 1980th year of the Common Era (CE) and Anno Domini (AD) designations, the 980th year of the 2nd millennium, the 80th year of the 20th century, and the 1st year of the 1980s decade.

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  1. Pete

    April 25, 1980: Black Sabbath Releases 'Heaven and Hell' with New Lead Singer Ronnie James Dio

    On this day April 25 1980, Black Sabbath launched their ninth album, "Heaven and Hell," marking their debut with new lead singer Ronnie James Dio. Fun Fact: Ozzy Osbourne served as the lead singer from 1968 to 1979, but the band dismissed him due to struggles with alcohol and drug abuse.
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    On this Day April 24 1980, Cameosis: Cameo's 5th Album was Released

    On this day April 24, 1980, Cameo's fifth album, "Cameosis," reached number 5 on the Billboard Charts and claimed the number 1 spot in R&B. Fans of Cameo hailed it as their best album.
  3. Pete

    AC/DC's New Era: Brian Johnson Joins as Frontman On April 19, 1980

    On April 19 1980, Brian Johnson stepped into the role of AC/DC's new frontman, replacing the late Bon Scott, who tragically passed away from alcohol poisoning.
  4. Pete

    "Call Me" by Blondie Tops the Charts in America on April 19, 1980

    On this day April 19, 1980, Blondie's "Call Me" rose to the top spot as the #1 song in America, maintaining its position until May 30. This catchy tune also topped the charts in the UK and Canada. Its popularity soared after being featured in the 1980 film "American Gigolo," starring Richard Gere.
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    Just Supposin' (1980)

    Title: Just Supposin' Artist: Status Quo Genre: Rock & Roll Released: 1980 Tracks: 1 - What You're Proposing - 3:53 2 - Run to Mummy - 3:10 3 - Don't Drive My Car - 4:30 4 - Lies - 4:04 5 - Over the Edge - 4:35 6 - The Wild Ones - 3:57 7 - Name of the Game - 4:31 8 - Coming and...
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    Judas Priest's 'British Steel' Makes Waves on Charts with New Drummer Today April 14, 1980

    On this day April 14, 1980, Judas Priest released their sixth album, "British Steel," which debuted at #34 on the Billboard charts. It also claimed the #4 spot in the UK. This album marked the band's first collaboration with new drummer Dave Holland.
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    Released Today April 14, 1980: Iron Maiden's Self Titled Debut Album

    On this day April 14, 1980, Iron Maiden's debut album was released, achieving the impressive feat of reaching #4 on the UK charts. This album happens to be one of my favorite ones from Maiden.
  8. Pete

    On This Day April 14, 1980 Kramer vs. Kramer Triumphs at 52nd Academy Awards

    On this day April 14, 1980, "Kramer vs. Kramer" took home the Best Picture prize at the 52nd Academy Awards, held at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion in Los Angeles, California. The event was broadcasted on ABC and hosted by Johnny Carson. Dustin Hoffman won Best Actor for his role in "Kramer vs...
  9. Pete

    Mad Max Roars into Cinemas Today April 12, 1980

    On this day April 12, 1980, the iconic film "Mad Max" premiered, directed by George Miller. The movie featured Mel Gibson in the lead role as "Mad" Max Rockatansky, alongside Joanne Samuel, Hugh Keays-Byrne, Steve Bisley, Tim Burns, and Roger Ward. While the budget remains undisclosed, the film...
  10. Pete

    Flashback: 'Foxes' Hits Screens on February 29, 1980

    On this day February 29, 1980, saw the release of "Foxes," helmed by Director Adrian Lyne and featuring a stellar cast including Jodie Foster, Scott Baio, Sally Kellerman, and Randy Quaid. While the budget remains undisclosed, the film garnered $7.4 million at the box office.
  11. Pete

    Today in 1980: 'The Fog' Hits Theaters

    On this day February 8, 1980, saw the release of "The Fog," directed by John Carpenter and featuring a stellar cast including Adrienne Barbeau, Jamie Lee Curtis, Tom Atkins, Hal Holbrook, and Janet Leigh. Made on a budget of $1.1 million, the film grossed an impressive $21.3 million at the box...
  12. Pete

    Sugarhill Gang Debut Album Release: February 7, 1980

    On this day February 7, 1980, Sugarhill Gang unveiled their debut album, Sugarhill Gang, which made its mark by reaching number 32 on the R&B charts. This groundbreaking release featured the iconic track Rapper's Delight, a pioneering song in the history of hip-hop that showcased the group's...
  13. Pete

    Blondie's "Call Me" 1980 Success

    On this day February 1, 1980, Blondie's hit single "Call Me" was unleashed to the world. It not only dominated the American music charts from April 19 to May 30 but also claimed the #1 spot in the UK and Canada. I started to really like this song after watching the movie American Gigolo. Don't...
  14. Pete

    BET's 1980 Debut and Rise to Full-Time Channel

    On January 25, 1980, Black Entertainment Television (BET) made its first appearance. It initially shared time with the USA Network until it transitioned into a full-time channel in 1983.
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    Paul McCartney's 1980 Japanese Marijuana Incident

    On this day January 25, 1980, Paul McCartney was released from a Japanese jail and deported from the country. He had been arrested for attempting to smuggle in half a pound of marijuana...
  16. Pete

    On this day January 5th 1980 the song Rappers Delight became the first rap song to make it to the top 40

    On this day January 5th 1980 the Sugar Hill Gang's song Rappers Delight became the first rap song to make it a part of the top 40.
  17. Pete

    On this day January 1 1980 the first Far Side comic was published

    On this day on January 1 1980 the first Far Side comic was published in the San Francisco Chronicle.
  18. Pete

    On This Day December 8th 1980 John Lennon was Murdered

    On this day December 8th 1980 John Lennon was shot and killed in New York City in front of the Dakota Apartment Building by Mark David Chapman. Chapman claimed the reason why he killed John Lennon was because he resented him. He served time from 1981 to 2012 at Attica.
  19. Pete

    On This Day December 2nd 1980 4 American Missionaries Were Killed in El Salvador

    Today on December 2nd 1980 four American missionaries Maryknoll Sisters Maura Clarke and Ita Ford, Ursuline Dorothy Kazel, and lay missionary Jean Donovan. were raped and murdered by El Salvador National Guard in El Salvador. The names of the killers were Daniel Canales Ramirez, Carlos Joaquin...
  20. Pete

    Today November 21st 1980 was Eddie Murphy's debut on Saturday Night Live

    Today on November 21st 1980 Eddie Murphy's made his debut on the comedy show Saturday Night Live.
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