admin On this day September 12 1988, Wipeout premiered in syndication, adding a new twist to the era’s wave of television game shows. Hosted by Peter Tomarken, best known for Press Your Luck, the show challenged contestants with a mix of trivia questions and strategy based
On this day September 12 1983, UB40 released their fourth studio album Labour of Love . The record became one of the band’s most successful releases, earning international acclaim for its smooth reggae interpretations of classic songs. Labour of Love included the band’s chart topping
On this day September 12 1984, Billy Ocean released his fifth studio album Suddenly . The record marked a breakthrough moment in his career, establishing him as one of the most successful soul and pop artists of the decade. The album featured major hits including
On this day September 12 1984, The dBs released their third studio album Like This. Following the departure of founding member Chris Stamey, the record showcased a shift in the band’s sound, leaning more into jangly pop rock while still keeping elements of their quirky,
On this day September 12 1989, Life Goes On premiered on ABC, breaking new ground as the first network television series to feature a major character with Down syndrome. The family drama followed the Thacher family, led by parents Drew and Libby, as they navigated
On this day September 12 1989, Chicken Soup premiered on ABC, a sitcom that paired two well known comedic talents in an attempt to create a heartfelt and humorous series. The show starred Jackie Mason as Jackie Fisher, a Jewish man, and Lynn Redgrave as
On this day September 12 1980, Simple Minds released their third studio album Empires and Dance . The record showcased the band’s growing experimentation with electronic textures, pulsing basslines, and atmospheric production, placing them firmly within the emerging post punk and new wave movements of
On this day September 12 1980, XTC released their fourth studio album Black Sea . Building on the momentum of Drums and Wires, the record showcased the band’s sharp songwriting, inventive arrangements, and balance of angular post punk energy with more melodic pop sensibilities. The
On this day September 12 1980, David Bowie released his fourteenth studio album Scary Monsters And Super Creeps . Often regarded as one of his greatest works, the record marked the end of his experimental Berlin Trilogy period while reintroducing a more accessible rock edge
On this day September 12 1981, Simple Minds released their double LP Sons and Fascination Sister Feelings Called . Produced by Steve Hillage, the project captured the band at a creative peak, blending driving rhythms, atmospheric keyboards, and post punk experimentation into a sound that