On this day July 20, 1985, How Could It Be by Eddie Murphy was released, marking the comedy star’s debut as a recording artist. Known for his explosive success on Saturday Night Live and in blockbuster films like Beverly Hills Cop and Trading Places, Murphy
On this day July 19, 1980, It’s Still Rock and Roll to Me by Billy Joel reached number one on the US Billboard Hot 100, where it stayed for two straight weeks through August 1. It also topped the charts in Canada and became one
On this day July 19, 1986, Invisible Touch by Genesis became the number one song in the United States, topping the Billboard Hot 100 for the week of July 19 through July 25. It also reached number one in Canada, making it one of the
On this day July 19, 1982, Donna Summer released her self titled tenth studio album, marking a bold transition in sound and image for the former Queen of Disco. Coming off the massive success of her 1970s dance hits, this 1982 release saw her move
On this day July 18, 1980, Closer by Joy Division was released in the United Kingdom, just two months after the tragic death of frontman Ian Curtis. As the band’s second and final studio album, Closer was both a critical milestone and a haunting farewell.
On this day July 18, 1980, Crocodiles by Echo and the Bunnymen was released and introduced a bold new voice in the rising post punk scene. As the band’s debut album, Crocodiles delivered a blend of shadowy atmosphere, sharp guitar work, and poetic introspection that
On this day July 18, 1980, Full Moon by The Charlie Daniels Band was released, continuing the group’s run of Southern rock albums with a mix of country influence, hard driving energy, and storytelling grit. As their eleventh studio album, Full Moon showcased a band
On this day July 18, 1989, the UHF soundtrack by Weird Al Yankovic was released and delivered a chaotic mix of parody songs, comedy sketches, and pop culture spoofs that matched the offbeat tone of the film. Although the movie UHF had a short theatrical
On this day July 17, 1981, Journey released their seventh studio album Escape , a landmark record that became one of the most successful and iconic albums of the 1980s. It reached number one on the US Billboard 200 chart and sold over 9 million
On this day July 17, 1982, Judas Priest released their eighth studio album Screaming for Vengeance , a milestone in heavy metal that brought the band massive success in the United States. The album peaked at number 17 on the Billboard 200 and sold over