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.
450 On This Day Articles
On This Day March 1 1981 – Intensities in 10 Cities by Ted Nugent Was Released
On this day March 1 1981 Ted Nugent released his live album Intensities in 10 Cities . The album captured the raw energy of his live performances featuring ten new songs recorded across ten different cities during his tour. Unlike most live albums which include
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On This Day March 1 1981 -Duke Ellington’s Musical Sophisticated Ladies Opened at Lunt Fontanne Theatre in New York City
On this day March 1 1981 the musical Sophisticated Ladies opened at the Lunt Fontanne Theatre in New York City. The production was a celebration of the music of Duke Ellington featuring a mix of his greatest compositions performed in a vibrant and stylish revue.
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On This Day March 28 1980 – Serial Premiered in Theaters
On this day March 28 1980 the satirical comedy Serial premiered in theaters. Directed by Bill Persky the film starred Martin Mull Tuesday Weld Sally Kellerman Bill Macy and Christopher Lee in a sharp take on the absurdities of life in late 70s Marin County
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On This Day March 28 1980 – Tom Horn Premiered in Theaters
On this day March 28 1980 the western drama Tom Horn premiered in theaters. Directed by William Wiard the film starred Steve McQueen in one of his final roles alongside Linda Evans and Richard Farnsworth. Set in the early 1900s the movie was based on
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On This Day March 28 1980 – When Time Ran Out Premiered in Theaters
On this day March 28 1980 the disaster film When Time Ran Out premiered in theaters. Directed by James Goldstone the movie starred Paul Newman Jacqueline Bisset and Pat Morita and followed a group of people trapped on a tropical island as a volcano threatens
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On This Day March 28 1980 – Look Hear? by 10cc Was Released
On this day March 28 1980 British rock band 10cc released their seventh studio album Look Hear? Known for their clever songwriting and eclectic style the band continued to explore pop rock with experimental twists on this release. Look Hear? reached number 180 on the
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On This Day March 28 1980 – Duke by Genesis Was Released
On this day March 28 1980 Genesis released their tenth studio album Duke. The album marked a turning point for the band as they blended their progressive rock roots with a more accessible pop rock sound that would define their direction in the 80s. Duke
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On This Day March 26 1980 – Naughty by Chaka Khan Was Released
On this day March 26 1980 Chaka Khan released her second solo album Naughty. The album continued to showcase her powerful vocals and ability to blend funk soul and pop with ease. Naughty reached number 43 on the US Billboard charts and featured standout tracks
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On This Day March 26 1980 – Women and Children First by Van Halen Was Released
On this day March 26 1980 Van Halen released their third studio album Women and Children First. The album pushed their hard rock sound even further with heavier riffs and a rawer edge while still showcasing Eddie Van Halen’s blazing guitar work and David Lee
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On This Day March 26 1980 – Welcome to the Club by Ian Hunter Was Released
On this day March 26 1980 Ian Hunter released his live album Welcome to the Club. The album captured the energy and attitude of Hunter’s solo performances following his time as the frontman for Mott the Hoople. Welcome to the Club featured a mix of
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On This Day March 26 1980 – The Police Performed Live in Bombay India
On this day March 26 1980 The Police played a historic concert in Bombay India marking the city’s first major rock concert in 10 years. At the height of their early success the trio brought their high energy new wave and reggae infused rock sound
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On This Day March 25 1980 – Progressions of Power by Triumph Was Released
On this day March 25 1980 Canadian rock band Triumph released their fourth studio album Progressions of Power. Known for their powerful blend of hard rock and progressive elements the trio continued to build their reputation with soaring vocals guitar driven anthems and high energy
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On This Day March 24 1980 – Keepin’ Summer Alive by The Beach Boys Was Released
On this day March 24 1980 The Beach Boys released their 24th studio album Keepin’ Summer Alive. The album aimed to recapture the classic surf rock sound that made the band famous in the 60s while blending it with a more contemporary edge. Keepin’ Summer
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On This Day March 24 1980 – Flo Premiered on CBS
On this day March 24 1980 Flo premiered on CBS. The sitcom was a spinoff from the popular show Alice and starred Polly Holliday reprising her role as the sharp-tongued waitress Flo Castleberry. After leaving Mel’s Diner Flo returned to her Texas hometown and bought
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On This Day March 22 1980 – Me and Maxx Premiered on NBC
On this day March 22 1980 the short-lived sitcom Me and Maxx premiered on NBC. The series followed the story of a single father adjusting to life with his independent and outspoken 11 year old daughter Maxx. Despite its heartfelt premise and comedic moments the
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On This Day March 22 1980 – Another Brick in the Wall Part II by Pink Floyd Became the Number One Song in America
On this day March 22 1980 Another Brick in the Wall Part II by Pink Floyd hit number one on the Billboard Hot 100 where it stayed for four weeks until April 18. The song also topped the charts in the UK Canada France Germany
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On This Day March 21 1980 – President Jimmy Carter Announced the US Would Boycott the 1980 Summer Olympics
On this day March 21 1980 President Jimmy Carter officially announced that the United States would boycott the 1980 Summer Olympics in Moscow. The decision was made in protest of the Soviet Union’s invasion of Afghanistan which began in December 1979. The boycott was part
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On This Day March 21 1980 – Forbidden Zone Premiered in Theaters
On this day March 21 1980 the cult surrealist film Forbidden Zone premiered. Directed by Richard Elfman the film starred Hervé Villechaize Susan Tyrrell Marie-Pascale Elfman and Danny Elfman in a bizarre musical fantasy that defied conventional storytelling. The film followed a family’s journey into
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On This Day March 21 1980 – J.R. Ewing Was Shot in the Season Finale of Dallas Sparking the Who Shot J.R.? Phenomenon
On this day March 21 1980 television history was made when J.R. Ewing was shot in the season finale of Dallas in the episode A House Divided. The shocking cliffhanger left audiences worldwide guessing who pulled the trigger turning Who Shot J.R.? into one of
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On This Day March 21 1980 – Little Miss Marker Premiered in Theaters
On this day March 21 1980 the comedy-drama film Little Miss Marker premiered in theaters. Directed by Walter Bernstein the film starred Walter Matthau Julie Andrews Tony Curtis Bob Newhart Lee Grant and child actress Sara Stimson in a heartwarming story about an unlikely bond
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On This Day March 18 1980 – Elvis Presley’s Autopsy Was Subpoenaed During the Trial of Dr George Nichopoulos
On this day March 18 1980 the autopsy report of Elvis Presley was officially subpoenaed during the trial of Dr George Nichopoulos the physician who had treated Presley in his final years. The case centered around allegations that Dr Nichopoulos had over-prescribed medications to Presley
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On This Day March 18 1980 – Grace Slick Released Her Second Solo Album Dreams
On this day March 18 1980 Grace Slick released her second solo album Dreams. The album marked a shift from her rock roots with Jefferson Airplane and Jefferson Starship incorporating more symphonic and progressive rock influences. Dreams reached number 32 on the Billboard charts and
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On This Day March 17 1980 – Jermaine Jackson Released His Album Let’s Get Serious
On this day March 17 1980 Jermaine Jackson released his sixth studio album Let’s Get Serious. The album became his biggest commercial success reaching number six on the Billboard charts and selling over two million copies worldwide. Let’s Get Serious featured a funk and R&B
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On This Day March 15 1980 – Sanford Premiered on NBC
On this day March 15 1980 the sitcom Sanford premiered on NBC. Starring Redd Foxx the show served as a sequel to the classic series Sanford and Son continuing the story of Fred Sanford and his junk business. Unlike its predecessor Sanford did not feature
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