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  1. On This Day: June 30, 1986 – Madonna Releases True Blue

    On This Day: June 30, 1986 – Madonna Releases True Blue

    On this day June 30, 1986, Madonna released her third studio album, True Blue, which would go on to become the most successful album of her career. With over 25 million copies sold worldwide, it cemented her status as the reigning queen of pop music during the 1980s. True Blue showcased a more...
  2. Pete

    Video Vault Sundays: June 29, 2025 - Madonna – Get Into the Groove (1985)

    This thread is for the general discussion of the Feature Video Vault Sundays: June 29, 2025 - Madonna – Get Into the Groove (1985). Please add to the discussion here.
  3. Video Vault Sundays: June 29, 2025 - Madonna – Get Into the Groove (1985)

    Video Vault Sundays: June 29, 2025 - Madonna – Get Into the Groove (1985)

    By the summer of 1985, Madonna had already become a rising star. But with Get Into the Groove, she fully claimed her place at the center of 80s pop culture. The song was featured in her film Desperately Seeking Susan and quickly became one of her most recognizable and danceable hits. While it...
  4. On This Day: June 29, 1987 – Madonna Releases Who’s That Girl in Europe

    On This Day: June 29, 1987 – Madonna Releases Who’s That Girl in Europe

    On this day June 29, 1987, Madonna released Who’s That Girl in Europe, the title track for the soundtrack to her film of the same name. Blending Latin inspired rhythms with Madonna’s unmistakable pop delivery, the song became a global hit and marked another milestone in her domination of 80s...
  5. On This Day: June 14, 1987 - Madonna Kicks Off Who's That Girl Tour in Osaka

    On This Day: June 14, 1987 - Madonna Kicks Off Who's That Girl Tour in Osaka

    On this day June 14, 1987, Madonna kicked off her Who's That Girl World Tour in Osaka, Japan. This was her second concert tour and her first global one, covering Asia, North America and Europe across more than 30 cities. The tour supported her album True Blue as well as the soundtrack to the...
  6. On This Day: June 11, 1986 - Madonna Releases Papa Don’t Preach

    On This Day: June 11, 1986 - Madonna Releases Papa Don’t Preach

    On this day June 11, 1986, Madonna released the single Papa Don’t Preach, a bold and emotional track that pushed pop music into deeper territory. The song addressed teenage pregnancy and personal choice, sparking conversation across both the music industry and mainstream media. With its...
  7. On This Day: June 7, 1986 – Madonna Hits Number One with Live to Tell

    On This Day: June 7, 1986 – Madonna Hits Number One with Live to Tell

    On this day June 7, 1986, Madonna's ballad Live to Tell reached number one on the US Billboard charts. It remained the number one song in America through June 13. The single also hit number one in Canada, Italy, and Greece, further showing her international popularity at the height of the...
  8. On This Day: May 11, 1985 - Crazy for You by Madonna Hits Number 1 in America

    On This Day: May 11, 1985 - Crazy for You by Madonna Hits Number 1 in America

    On this day May 11, 1985, Madonna’s ballad Crazy for You reached number 1 on the US Billboard Hot 100, where it stayed through May 17. The song marked a major shift from her dance pop sound, showcasing a softer, emotional side that resonated with a broader audience. Crazy for You was featured...
  9. On This Day: May 9, 1989 - Madonna Releases Express Yourself

    On This Day: May 9, 1989 - Madonna Releases Express Yourself

    On this day May 9, 1989, Madonna released Express Yourself, the second single from her fourth studio album Like a Prayer. The empowering anthem encouraged self confidence and independence, especially for women, and quickly became one of her most iconic hits. Express Yourself reached number 2 on...
  10. On This Day: April 22, 1989 – Like a Prayer by Madonna Hit Number 1 in America

    On This Day: April 22, 1989 – Like a Prayer by Madonna Hit Number 1 in America

    On this day April 22, 1989, Madonna’s Like a Prayer reached number 1 on the US Billboard Hot 100. The song held the top spot through May 12 and also reached number 1 in the UK, Canada, Italy, Spain, Ireland, Poland, Portugal, Netherlands, Norway, Sweden, Switzerland, Denmark, Finland, Iceland...
  11. On This Day: April 10, 1985 - Madonna Kicked Off The Virgin Tour in Seattle

    On This Day: April 10, 1985 - Madonna Kicked Off The Virgin Tour in Seattle

    On this day April 10, 1985, Madonna launched her first ever concert tour, The Virgin Tour, with an opening show in Seattle. Riding high on the success of her first two albums, Madonna and Like a Virgin, the tour marked the moment she stepped fully into the spotlight as a pop superstar. The...
  12. On This Day: March 29 1985 Desperately Seeking Susan Premiered in Theaters

    On This Day: March 29 1985 Desperately Seeking Susan Premiered in Theaters

    On this day March 29 1985 Desperately Seeking Susan premiered in theaters. Directed by Susan Seidelman the offbeat comedy starred Rosanna Arquette and pop icon Madonna in her first major film role. The story followed a bored New Jersey housewife who becomes obsessed with the life of a...
  13. On This Day: March 26 1986 Live to Tell by Madonna Was Released

    On This Day: March 26 1986 Live to Tell by Madonna Was Released

    On this day March 26 1986 Madonna released her haunting ballad Live to Tell. A dramatic shift from her earlier upbeat hits the song showcased a more serious and emotional side of her artistry. Live to Tell would go on to become the number 1 song in America from June 7 to June 13 and also topped...
  14. On This Day: March 21 1989 Madonna Released Her Album Like a Prayer

    On This Day: March 21 1989 Madonna Released Her Album Like a Prayer

    On this day March 21 1989 Madonna released her fourth studio album Like a Prayer. The album became a massive global success hitting number one on the US Billboard 200 and topping the charts in the UK Canada France Germany Italy Spain Greece and many other countries. With over 15 million copies...
  15. On This Day: March 3 1989 Like a Prayer by Madonna Was Released

    On This Day: March 3 1989 Like a Prayer by Madonna Was Released

    On this day March 3 1989 Madonna released Like a Prayer a song that would become one of the most iconic and controversial hits of her career. The track blended pop and gospel influences with deeply personal lyrics creating a powerful anthem that resonated with audiences worldwide. Like a Prayer...
  16. On This Day: March 2 1989 Madonna’s Controversial Like a Prayer Pepsi Commercial Aired

    On This Day: March 2 1989 Madonna’s Controversial Like a Prayer Pepsi Commercial Aired

    On this day March 2 1989 Madonna’s highly anticipated Pepsi commercial featuring her new song Like a Prayer aired on television. The commercial was part of a major promotional deal between Madonna and Pepsi making her the face of the brand while debuting the song before its official release...
  17. On This Day: March 2 1985 Crazy for You by Madonna Was Released

    On This Day: March 2 1985 Crazy for You by Madonna Was Released

    On this day March 2 1985 Madonna released Crazy for You a power ballad that became one of her most successful singles. The song showcased a different side of Madonna’s artistry moving away from her dance pop sound to a more emotional and mature vocal performance. Crazy for You was recorded for...
  18. Open Your Heart by Madonna Became the Number One Song in America in 1987

    Open Your Heart by Madonna Became the Number One Song in America in 1987

    On this day, February 7, 1987, Madonna's hit song Open Your Heart reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100, holding the top spot from February 7 to February 13. As the fourth single from her multi-platinum album True Blue, the song showcased Madonna’s ability to blend emotional lyrics with...
  19. Pete

    Madonna Drops “Open Your Heart” - November 12, 1986

    On this day, November 12, 1986, Madonna released her hit single “Open Your Heart,” a song that quickly climbed the charts and became one of her iconic tracks from the True Blue album. The music video, with its memorable storyline and Madonna’s bold style, helped solidify her as a pop icon in the...
  20. Pete

    Madonna Released Like a Virgin - November 12, 1984

    On this day, November 12, 1984, Madonna released her iconic album Like a Virgin, featuring hits like “Like a Virgin” and “Material Girl.” This album marked a breakthrough in Madonna’s career, reaching #1 on the US Billboard 200 and topping charts in the UK, Germany, the Netherlands, and New...
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