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.
631 On This Day Articles
On This Day September 12 1981 – Spider-Man Premiered in Syndication
On this day September 12 1981, Spider-Man premiered in syndication, giving Marvel’s iconic web slinger a fresh animated series for the new decade. Produced by Marvel Productions, the show followed Peter Parker as he balanced life as a college student with his role as Spider
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On This Day September 12 1981 – The Kid Super Power Hour with Shazam Premiered on NBC
On this day September 12 1981, The Kid Super Power Hour with Shazam premiered on NBC, combining superhero adventures with live action segments in a Saturday morning format. Produced by Filmation, the series featured animated stories of Captain Marvel (later known as Shazam) alongside a
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On This Day September 12 1981 – Blackstar Premiered on CBS
On this day September 12 1981, Blackstar premiered on CBS, bringing a science fantasy adventure to Saturday morning television. Produced by Filmation, the animated series told the story of astronaut John Blackstar, who is transported through a black hole to the alien world of Sagar.
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On This Day September 12 1981 – Sons and Fascination Sister Feelings Called by Simple Minds Double LP Released
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
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On This Day September 11 1981 – Rage in Eden by Ultravox Fifth Album Released
On this day September 11 1981, Ultravox released their fifth studio album Rage in Eden . Building on the success of their breakthrough album Vienna, the band continued to refine their sound with a darker, more atmospheric approach that highlighted their position as leaders of
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On This Day September 11 1981 – Night School Premiered in Theaters
On this day September 11 1981, Night School premiered in theaters. This slasher film followed a series of gruesome murders targeting young women attending night classes in Boston, with the killer leaving behind a trail of decapitated victims. Blending mystery and horror, the movie centered
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On This Day September 10 1981 – Best of the West Premiered on ABC
On this day September 10 1981, Best of the West premiered on ABC, delivering a comedic take on the classic Western genre. Created by Earl Pomerantz, the show blended slapstick humor, sharp dialogue, and familiar Western tropes to create a lighthearted parody of frontier life.
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On This Day September 7 1981 – Burning Blue Soul by Matt Johnson Debut Album Released
On this day September 7 1981, Matt Johnson released his debut album Burning Blue Soul . Best known later as the driving force behind The The, Johnson’s first record was a bold and experimental effort that introduced his distinctive style to the post punk and
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On This Day September 4 1981 – George Strait Released the Album Strait Country
On this day September 4 1981, Strait Country , the debut album by George Strait, was released. With its clean production and traditional Texas sound, the album marked the arrival of a future country music legend. It included the hit single Unwound, which became Strait’s
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On This Day September 4 1981 –Gary Numan Released the Album Dance
On this day September 4 1981, Dance , the third studio album by Gary Numan, was released. The album marked a departure from the heavier synth rock sound of his earlier work, embracing a more minimal, experimental style influenced by artists like Brian Eno and
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On This Day September 4 1981 – Meatloaf Released the Album Dead Ringer
On this day September 4 1981, Dead Ringer , the third studio album by Meat Loaf, was released. Following the massive success of Bat Out of Hell, this album reunited Meat Loaf with songwriter Jim Steinman for another round of theatrical rock anthems. Dead Ringer
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On This Day September 2 1981 – 1234 Released
On this day September 2 1981, Ronnie Wood released his fourth solo album 1234 . Known for his work with the Rolling Stones and Faces, Wood took a more polished and varied approach on this release, incorporating elements of rock, soul, and rhythm and blues.
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On This Day September 1 1981 – Private Eyes Released
On this day September 1 1981, Hall and Oates released their tenth studio album, Private Eyes . Coming off the success of Voices the previous year, the duo leaned further into their polished mix of pop, soul, and rock with a cleaner production style that
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On This Day September 30 1980 – Ethernet Specifications Were Published
On this day September 30 1980, the first Ethernet specifications were officially published by Xerox in collaboration with Intel and Digital Equipment Corporation. This milestone marked a major breakthrough in computer networking, setting the stage for how devices would connect and communicate in the decades
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On This Day September 29, 1980 – Lady by Kenny Rogers Was Released
On this day September 29, 1980 Lady by Kenny Rogers was released. The heartfelt ballad, written and produced by Lionel Richie, became one of Rogers’ most successful and enduring hits, showcasing his smooth vocals and emotional delivery. Lady quickly climbed the charts and became a
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On This Day September 29, 1980 – Hotter Than July by Stevie Wonder Was Released
On this day September 29, 1980 Hotter Than July by Stevie Wonder was released. The legendary artist’s nineteenth studio album blended soul, funk, reggae, and pop influences into a vibrant and socially conscious collection that became one of his most celebrated works of the decade.
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On This Day September 29, 1980 – Celebrate! by Kool & the Gang Was Released
On this day September 29, 1980 Celebrate! by Kool & the Gang was released. The group’s twelfth studio album became one of their biggest commercial successes, blending funk, R&B, and pop into a joyful and danceable collection that perfectly captured the energy of the early
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On This Day September 29, 1980 – Kurtis Blow by Kurtis Blow Was Released
On this day September 29, 1980 Kurtis Blow by Kurtis Blow was released. The groundbreaking debut album marked a major milestone in hip hop history, helping to bring the genre into the mainstream and paving the way for future generations of rappers. The album featured
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On This Day September 26, 1980 – Stardust Memories Premiered in Theaters
On this day September 26, 1980 the drama comedy film Stardust Memories premiered in theaters. Written and directed by Woody Allen, the film offered a deeply personal and introspective look at the struggles of a filmmaker wrestling with fame, creativity, and the meaning of life.
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On This Day September 26, 1980 – Without Warning Premiered in Theaters
On this day September 26, 1980 the science fiction horror film Without Warning premiered in theaters. Known for its suspenseful atmosphere and practical effects, the movie became a cult favorite among fans of early 80s sci fi horror. The story followed a group of people
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On This Day September 26, 1980 – Absolutely by Madness Was Released
On this day September 26, 1980 the British ska band Absolutely by Madness was released. Serving as their second studio album, it built on the energy and style that had made the band one of the most exciting acts of the late 70s and early
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On This Day September 26, 1980 – In God We Tru$t Premiered in Theaters
On this day September 26, 1980 the comedy film In God We Tru$t premiered in theaters. Starring Marty Feldman, Richard Pryor, and Peter Boyle, the movie offered a satirical look at religion, greed, and human nature through humor and social commentary. The story followed Brother
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On This Day September 26, 1980 – Resurrection Premiered in Theaters
On this day September 26, 1980 the drama film Resurrection premiered in theaters. Starring Ellen Burstyn and Sam Shepard, the film explored themes of life, death, faith, and healing through a deeply emotional and thought provoking story. The plot followed Edna McCauley, a woman who
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On This Day September 25, 1980 – Led Zeppelin Drummer John Bonham Was Found Dead by Bandmate John Paul Jones
On this day September 25, 1980 legendary Led Zeppelin drummer John Bonham was found dead by bandmate John Paul Jones at the age of 32. Bonham’s sudden death marked a devastating moment in rock history and ultimately led to the breakup of one of the
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