The ’80s lasted until 1991: The hits from spring 25 years ago
History declares the ‘80s ended on Dec. 31, 1989, but the decade was still alive and well on the radio in the early ‘90s (at least until Nirvana showed up). You’ll hear the ‘80s all over the top 30 songs from a recent countdown aired on XMs 90s on 9. We’ll reveal six songs a day each day this week. The hits from spring 25 years ago 24.) “Love Is A Wonderful Thing,” Michael Bolton Nobody symbolized the impermanence of the ‘80s quite...
5 Best New Kids On The Block Songs
When it comes to boy bands, some would argue that New Kids On The Block was the foundation for the Backstreet Boys and N*N*SYNC in terms of the lyrical content and pop sound. New Kids On The Block enjoyed plenty of worldwide success due to their catchy tunes and well the appeal that they had on the ladies. They were one of the defining acts of the late 80s when it came to pop music. Together, Donnie Wahlberg, Jordan Knight, Joey...
Prepare for The End with these Motley Crue videos
Legendary Sunset Strip band Motley Crue retired last Dec. 31, when the infamous foursome completed a two-year farewell tour with a show in Los Angeles. Of course, many artists have put together a “farewell tour” and performed a “last concert,” only to come back a year or two or five years later. But few bands have gone to such lengths to prevent a comeback as Motley Crue, which signed a “cessation of touring agreement” prior to...
The ’80s lasted until 1991: The hits from spring 25 years ago
History declares the ‘80s ended on Dec. 31, 1989, but the decade was still alive and well on the radio in the early ‘90s (at least until Nirvana showed up). You’ll hear the ‘80s all over the top 30 songs from a recent countdown aired on XMs 90s on 9. We’ll reveal six songs a day each day this week. 80s lasted until 1991: The hits from spring 25 years ago 30.) “It’s A Shame (My Sister),” Monie Love If Monie Love’s lone hit (it peaked...
That song in the commercial: St. Elmo’s Fire
There’s not a single mention — spoken, visual or otherwise — of a cell phone or mobile device during Android’s latest commercial, but you already know what we’re talking about because you know Android’s latest commercial as The One With St. Elmo’s Fire. (You may also know what we’re talking about because you are a fan of rock, paper, scissors) The usage of John Parr’s chart-topping hit in an ingenious marketing campaign is just the...
Happy Birthday, Bonnie Tyler
One of the most distinctive voices in rock turns 65 today. Bonnie Tyler and her unmistakably raspy delivery had just three top 40 singles in America, but boy did she make them count. Her first hit actually came at the height of disco in 1977, when “It’s a Heartache” hit no. 3 on the singles charts. This is a very 1970s-esque video. Six years later, Tyler produced one of the ‘80s most memorable songs and videos with “Total...
5 Music Videos You Watched This Week In 1984
To have come of age during the music video revolution means hearing a song on the radio and replaying the video in your head. Here’s five music videos of top 40 songs you were probably watching this week in 1984 (countdown courtesy of XM’s 80s on 8, which uses the Billboard charts): 5 music videos you were watching this week in 1984 35.) Infatuation, Rod Stewart: The hype back then was presumably about Stewart’s reunion with former...
Rick Springfield Set For A Summer Tour With Special Guests
Fans of Rick Springfield have a lot to rejoice over for the summer of 2016. Rick Springfield has announced a summer tour with 30 dates and various special guests from the 80s era. “The likes of ’80s hitmakers Loverboy, Night Ranger, 38 Special, The Fixx, The Romantics, and Tommy Tutone will join the Australian-born rock star, actor and author for his multi-city trek,” according to Billboard. The Rick Springfield...
6 Best Prince Tributes
The passing of Prince was mourned by all genres of music. Most recently, Prince was celebrated with a 2016 Billboard Music Awards tribute from Madonna and Stevie Wonder. They kick off our list of the five best Prince tributes which also includes, Bruce Springsteen, STYX, Chris Stapleton, Mumford and Sons and Jennifer Hudson. Be sure to click on the images in the slides to take you to the full videos of the performances. Enjoy and...
5 Awesome Hit Songs From 1988
It’s Thursday and with the new wave idea of throwback Thursday, we decided to bring you 5 Awesome Chart Hit Songs From 1988. Just before the new wave of the 90s began, the 80s had a pretty eventful year of music. Some of the best songs from memorable artists like, Madonna, Milli Vanilli, Roxette, Phil Collins and plenty others were released in 1988 as the 80s sound carried it’s momentum all the way to the turn of the...
Prince Found Dead At the Age of 57
One of the most influential musicians of the 80s, Prince has been found dead at the age of 57. “Prince’s body was discovered at his Paisley Park compound in Minnesota early Thursday morning,” according to TMZ. “Multiple sources connected to the singer confirmed he had passed.” The report also stated that prior to his most recent concert, Prince had a medical emergency that but upon performing he assured...
You’ve Never Heard The 80s Depeche Mode Classic ‘Everything Counts’ Like This Before
From YouTube: Toa Mata Band is known as the World’s first LEGO robotic band controlled by Arduino Uno which is hooked up to a MIDI sequencer. In this video, the third episode, the robots are playing some unconventional drum-percussions made by some food packaging are captured by a contact microphone (piezo) and processed in real time in the D.A.W. Ableton Live. A brand new device appears for the first time, it’s a sliding...
Video Re-Imagines Justin Bieber As 80s Pop Star
Do you find Justin Bieber completely and totally unbearable? Are you tired of being asked “What Do You Mean”? Are you frustrated because your toddler can’t say your name yet can repeat verbatim the words to “Sorry?” If so- you’re not alone. But would Justin Bieber re-imagined as an 80s pop star make him a little more bearable to your shamelessly nostalgic self? OfficialJustinBieberNews did...
Kiss Announces ANOTHER Tour — Let’s Celebrate With Some Classic Tour Posters
Kiss has said farewell to fans roughly 72 different times only to come back again a few years later. The band hasn’t said “goodbye” for a while but they also haven’t hit the road in some time. Well, the face-painted foursome is back and hitting the road this summer. Dubbed the Freedom to Rock Tour, this summer’s shows begin July 7 in Boise, and although the final date on the calendar currently has the band...
Longtime David Bowie Drummer Passes Away From Cancer
Longtime David Bowie drummer Dennis Davis has died after a battle with cancer. Bowie producer Tony Visconti confirmed the drummer’s death on Facebook. Longtime David Bowie drummer Dennis Davis has passed away. Bowie’s producer, Tony Visconti, confirmed the death with a somber Facebook post today. “He was a disciplined jazz drummer who tore into rock with a jazz sensibility,” said Visconti. From Rolling Stone:...
