On This Day During the 80s
Travel back through the 1980s and discover what happened on this day in music, movies, television, pop culture and more.
514 On This Day Articles
On This Day October 6 1986 – My Sister Sam Premiered On CBS
On this day October 6 1986, My Sister Sam premiered on CBS, bringing audiences a warm and funny sitcom about family, independence, and unexpected change. The series followed Samantha Russell, a successful San Francisco photographer whose life is turned upside down when her teenage sister
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On This Day October 6 1986 – Double Dare Premiered On Nickelodeon
On this day October 6 1986, Double Dare premiered on Nickelodeon, launching one of the most beloved and influential kids’ game shows of the 1980s. Hosted by Marc Summers, the show featured two teams competing in trivia questions and outrageous physical challenges, often involving slime,
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On This Day October 3 1986 – Children of a Lesser God Premiered in Theaters
On this day October 3 1986, Children of a Lesser God premiered in theaters, bringing a powerful and emotional story about love, communication, and understanding to audiences. The film followed James Leeds, a passionate speech teacher at a school for the deaf, who falls in
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On This Day October 3 1986 – Tough Guys Premiered in Theaters
On this day October 3 1986, Tough Guys premiered in theaters, reuniting legendary actors Burt Lancaster and Kirk Douglas for a spirited action comedy about aging, friendship, and second chances. The film followed Harry Doyle and Archie Long, two career criminals released from prison after
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On This Day October 2 1986 – Whites Off Earth Now!! Was Released by Cowboy Junkies
On this day October 2 1986, Whites Off Earth Now!! by Cowboy Junkies was released, marking the debut of one of Canada’s most distinctive and genre defying bands. Recorded in a single day using a single ambisonic microphone, the album showcased a stripped down, intimate
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On This Day October 1 1986 – Better Days Premiered On CBS
On this day October 1 1986, Better Days premiered on CBS, offering viewers a lighthearted sitcom centered on cultural clashes, teenage life, and the bonds of friendship. The series followed Brian McGuire, a teenager from California who moves to Brooklyn to live with his uncle
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On This Day October 30, 1985 – Pat Benatar Released Seven The Hard Way
On this day October 30, 1985, Pat Benatar released Seven The Hard Way , a powerful album that continued her rise as one of the most commanding voices in 1980s rock. Known for her dynamic vocals and fearless stage presence, Benatar delivered a record filled
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On This Day October 30, 1985 – Anthrax Released Spreading The Disease
On this day October 30, 1985, Anthrax released Spreading The Disease , a major turning point for the band and a cornerstone of the 1980s thrash metal movement. It marked the debut of vocalist Joey Belladonna and showcased a faster, tighter, and more aggressive sound
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On This Day October 30, 1985 – Space Shuttle Challenger Took Off For Its Final Successful Mission
On this day October 30 1985, the Space Shuttle Challenger launched on mission STS 61A, marking its final successful flight before the tragic disaster in January 1986. The mission carried a German Spacelab D1 payload and a crew of eight, representing the growing international collaboration
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On This Day October 28, 1985 – Grace Jones Released the Album Slave To The Rhythm
On this day October 28, 1985, Grace Jones released the album Slave To The Rhythm , a bold artistic statement that pushed pop music into an entirely new dimension. Known for her fearless creativity and striking visual style, Jones delivered a record that fused dance
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On This Day October 28, 1985 – ZZ Top Released Afterburner
On this day October 28, 1985, ZZ Top released their album Afterburner , a high energy follow up to the massively successful Eliminator. The record continued the band’s evolution into a futuristic rock style filled with synthesizers, sharp guitar riffs, and larger than life hooks
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On This Day October 27, 1985 – Celtic Frost Released To Mega Therion
On this day October 27, 1985, the Swiss metal band Celtic Frost released their influential album To Mega Therion , a record that helped shape the sound and vision of extreme metal for decades to come. Combining crushing riffs, symphonic flourishes, and dark lyrical themes,
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On This Day October 26, 1985 – Final Episode Of Lime Street Aired
On this day October 26, 1985, the final episode of the television series Lime Street aired on ABC, bringing an abrupt end to a show that had promise but faced tragedy and difficult circumstances. Starring Robert Wagner as insurance investigator James Greyson Culver and Samantha
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On This Day October 25, 1985 – The Cars Released Greatest Hits
On this day October 25, 1985, The Cars released their compilation album Greatest Hits , a collection that perfectly captured the band’s signature blend of new wave, pop, and rock that defined much of the early 1980s. The album served as both a celebration of
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On This Day October 25, 1985 – Olivia Newton John Released Soul Kiss
On this day October 25, 1985, Olivia Newton John released her thirteenth studio album Soul Kiss , a sophisticated pop record that reflected the changing sound and style of the mid 1980s. The album marked a new phase in Newton John’s career, blending sensual themes
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On This Day October 24, 1985 – Krush Groove Soundtrack Released
On this day October 24, 1985, the soundtrack to the hip hop film Krush Groove was released, capturing the explosive rise of rap and urban culture during the mid 1980s. The album featured a powerhouse lineup of artists including Run DMC, The Fat Boys, LL
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On This Day October 23, 1985 – Twice In A Lifetime Premiered In Theaters
On this day October 23, 1985, the romantic drama Twice In A Lifetime premiered in theaters, offering a thoughtful look at love, family, and second chances. Directed by Bud Yorkin, the film starred Gene Hackman, Ellen Burstyn, and Ann Margret in a heartfelt story about
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On This Day October 21, 1985 – Simple Minds Released Their Seventh Album Once Upon A Time
On this day October 21, 1985, Simple Minds released their seventh studio album Once Upon A Time , a powerful and ambitious record that solidified their status as one of the leading bands of the 1980s. Building on the success of their global hit Dont
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On This Day October 20, 1985 – Andy Warhols Fifteen Minutes Premiered On MTV
On this day October 20, 1985, Andy Warhols Fifteen Minutes premiered on MTV, bringing art, celebrity, and counterculture to cable television in a way never seen before. The talk show was named after Warhols famous phrase about everyone getting their fifteen minutes of fame, and
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On This Day October 19 1985 – Take on Me by A-ha Became the Number One Song in America
On this day October 19 1985, Take on Me by A-ha reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100, marking a major breakthrough for the Norwegian trio. The song’s infectious synth melody, soaring vocals, and unforgettable music video made it one of the most iconic
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On This Day October 18 1985 – The Cult Released the Album Love
On this day October 18 1985, The Cult released Love , their second studio album and the record that marked their transition from post punk beginnings to a powerful hard rock sound. Blending mysticism, gothic atmosphere, and soaring guitar work, the album became a cornerstone
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On This Day October 18 1985 – Re Animator Premiered in Theaters
On this day October 18 1985, the cult horror classic Re Animator premiered in theaters, shocking audiences with its outrageous blend of gore, dark comedy, and mad science. Directed by Stuart Gordon and inspired by H.P. Lovecraft’s story, the film followed medical student Herbert West,
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On This Day October 18 1985 – The Original Nintendo Entertainment System Was Released in the United States
On this day October 18 1985, the original Nintendo Entertainment System launched in the United States, forever changing the world of home gaming. Arriving after the 1983 video game crash, the NES revitalized the industry and set a new standard for gameplay, design, and innovation.
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On This Day October 17 1985 – Various Artists Released The Blasting Concept Vol. 2
On this day October 17 1985, SST Records released The Blasting Concept Vol. 2, a compilation album that captured the energy and diversity of the American underground punk scene in the mid 1980s. The album featured a mix of influential bands that helped define the
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