80s Pop Music
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Barry, Maurice, and Robin Gibb, better known as the Bee Gees, stormed through the disco era captivating all that heard their beautiful falsetto voices. more...
This Day in Music - October 22, 1989
By: Alex Hoffman
As the 1980s drew to a close, the old guard in music slowly gave way to more hip-hop and R&B on the radio dial. And yes, Cher makes a comeback. more...
Debora Iyall and the Story Behind Romeo Void
By: Steve Hatton
She's been a struggling artist most of her life, but during the '80s, her life took an unexpected detour. more...
By: Jillian Bost
Boy George is a flamboyant pop singer who first gained fame as the lead singer for Culture Club. Throughout his life, he has had many trials, tribulations and triumphs. more...
This Day in Rock Music - July 23, 1984
By: Alex Hoffman
The countdown of music from this date 25 years ago reads like a 1980s handbook. Can the music of 2009 approach it? more...
1985: Year of Popular Music in Review
By: Daryl Deino
1985 was the year when both Madonna and Bruce Springsteen graduated into Megastardom. It was also the year where rock stars used their powers to make a difference. more...
By: Jillian Bost
Culture Club was a very successful pop group in the 1980s. They had many hits such as Karma Chameleon, Do You Really Want to Hurt Me, Miss Me Blind, and It's a Miracle. more...
We Are the World: A Michael Jackson Moment
By: Alex Hoffman
On one long January night, music legends gathered to record seven remarkable minutes that Michael Jackson helped make real. The accompanying album wasn't so bad either. more...
By: Simone Preuss
Regardless if reminiscing about the King of Pop's most famous songs or discovering them only after his early death, here's a quick list of Michael Jackson's biggest hits. more...
Michael Jackson's Bad and Thriller Albums
By: Alex Hoffman
Michael Jackson's two albums of the 80s worked for two reasons: his unquestioned talent and the musicians who made hit after hit such unforgettable classics. more...
The Legend of Michael Jackson: 1958-2009
By: Mckenzie Cassidy
Michael Jackson, the publicly anointed "King of Pop," passed away Thursday afternoon. His legendary status can't be refuted and he will be missed. more...
Purple Rain Celebrates Its 25th Anniversary
By: Elvira Nieto
Purple Rain isn't just an award-winning movie soundtrack, it is musical history. Prince is one of the most influential artists of the last 30 years whose opus turns 25. more...
By: Mark Fontes
2009's Regeneration Tour hits Atlantic City's Resorts hotel with much fanfare. more...
1984: The Year of Music in Review
By: Daryl Deino
1984 was a year that brought us musical superstars, diversity and continuing influence on popular music today. more...
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