On this day July 23 1984, Hard to Hold was released, marking the seventh studio album from Rick Springfield and serving as the soundtrack to his feature film of the same name. The album combined Springfield’s polished rock sound with songs that reflected the themes
On this day July 23 1988, Now That’s What I Call Music 3 was released in the UK, continuing the hugely popular compilation series that had taken the country by storm. With a curated mix of chart topping hits from the spring and summer of
On this day July 23 1989, Tender Lover was released, marking the second solo album from Babyface and the one that launched him into full superstardom. Blending smooth vocals with polished production, this album became a benchmark for late 80s R and B and solidified
On this day July 22 1986, The Collection was released, bringing together a decade’s worth of Amy Grant’s most powerful and inspiring songs. As the leading voice in contemporary Christian music during the 1980s, Amy Grant had already established herself as a crossover success, and
On this day July 22 1989, Toy Soldiers by Martika reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100. The emotional ballad stood out for its haunting melody and heartfelt lyrics, touching on the struggles of addiction and personal loss. It marked Martika’s biggest hit and
On this day July 22 1985, Luxury of Life marked the debut album release from Five Star, a British pop and R&B group made up of five siblings from the Pearson family. With their polished sound, slick choreography, and eye catching fashion, Five Star quickly
On this day July 22 1985, Standing on the Edge by Cheap Trick was released, marking the band’s eighth studio album and a return to a more guitar driven sound after experimenting with synth heavy production on earlier 80s releases. The album showed that the
On this day July 22 1986, Emerald City was released, marking the seventh studio album from the legendary Teena Marie. Known for her rich vocals and fearless artistry, Teena stepped outside her usual funk and soul style to explore a more rock inspired sound, blending
On this day July 21 1987, Appetite for Destruction was released by Guns N Roses and brought a raw and ferocious sound back into the rock spotlight. In an era dominated by polished production and flashy glam bands, this album stood out as something real.
On this day July 21 1980, Chicago released their twelfth studio album, Chicago XIV . Known for blending rock with horns and jazz elements throughout the 1970s, the band took a more stripped down and contemporary rock approach on this record. It marked a transition