80s Pop Music

A quarter-century later, Bob Geldof's call to "feed the world" is still prime 80s goodness, yet the threat of Ethiopian hunger still persists.

Nov 29, 2009 - Alex Hoffman

Barry, Maurice, and Robin Gibb, better known as the Bee Gees, stormed through the disco era captivating all that heard their beautiful falsetto voices.

Oct 30, 2009 - Brandon Marcel Cherry

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.

Oct 22, 2009 - Alex Hoffman

She's been a struggling artist most of her life, but during the '80s, her life took an unexpected detour.

Sep 4, 2009 - Steve Hatton

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.

Jul 24, 2009 - Jillian Bost

The countdown of music from this date 25 years ago reads like a 1980s handbook. Can the music of 2009 approach it?

Jul 23, 2009 - Alex Hoffman

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.

Jul 16, 2009 - Daryl Deino

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.

Jul 9, 2009 - Jillian Bost

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.

Jun 30, 2009 - Alex Hoffman

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.

Jun 28, 2009 - Simone Preuss

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.

Jun 28, 2009 - Alex Hoffman

Michael Jackson, the publicly anointed "King of Pop," passed away Thursday afternoon. His legendary status can't be refuted and he will be missed.

Jun 27, 2009 - Mckenzie Cassidy

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.

Jun 23, 2009 - Elvira Nieto

2009's Regeneration Tour hits Atlantic City's Resorts hotel with much fanfare.

Jun 22, 2009 - Mark Fontes

1984 was a year that brought us musical superstars, diversity and continuing influence on popular music today.

May 21, 2009 - Daryl Deino

The case for Michael Jackson's "Thriller" as the greatest music video ever made. It's influence and continued impact and relevance in today's entertainment market.

May 7, 2009 - Paul Counelis

There are few movies in 80's with a better cast of young stars than Top Gun, but a quick look at the movie's title track "Danger Zone" will reveal an interesting pairing

Apr 22, 2009 - Jose San Mateo

"Eternal Flame," "Like a Prayer," "the Look" and "Straight Up" are just some of the best 80's songs of 1989.

Apr 3, 2009 - Simone Preuss

"Alphabet Street," "Father Figure," "Kokomo" and "the Loco-motion" are just some of the best 80's songs of 1988.

Apr 3, 2009 - Simone Preuss

"Litte Lies," "Notorious," "La Isla Bonita" and "Bad" are just some of the best 80's songs of 1987.

Apr 3, 2009 - Simone Preuss

"Papa Don't Preach," "Take My Breath Away," "the Final Countdown" and "Kiss" are just some of the best 80's songs of 1986.

Apr 3, 2009 - Simone Preuss

"Material Girl," "Private Dancer," "Take On Me" and "We Are the World " are just some of the best 80's songs of 1985.

Apr 3, 2009 - Simone Preuss

"Forever Young," "99 Red Balloons," "Holiday" and "Karma Chameleon" are just some of the best 80's songs of 1984.

Apr 3, 2009 - Simone Preuss

"Beat It," "Down Under," "Flashdance" and "Sweet Dreams" are just some of the best 80's songs of 1983.

Apr 3, 2009 - Simone Preuss

"Funkytown," "Biko," "Rock with You" and "Rosanna" are just some of the best 80's songs from 1980-1982.

Apr 3, 2009 - Simone Preuss