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How Love Hangover Took Over
The studio lights dim, the groove waits in the shadows, and Diana Ross begins almost in a whisper. Then Love…
Tears for Fears in the MTV era glow
A shimmer of synthesizer, a sharp suit, and a chorus big enough to fill the room: Tears for Fears still…
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No More Tears turned two superstars into one unstoppable event
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You’re No Good — the breakup anthem that made Linda Ronstadt unstoppable
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- 1. When Doves Cry – Prince
- 2. The Reflex – Duran Duran
- 3. Dancing In the Dark – Bruce Springsteen
- 4. Self Control – Laura Branigan
- 5. Time After Time – Cyndi Lauper
- 6. Ghostbusters – Ray Parker Jr.
- 7. Borderline – Madonna
- 8. Eyes Without a Face – Billy Idol
- 9. State of Shock – The Jacksons
- 10. Magic – The Cars
Today in Music History
July 8
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1958
Birthday Kevin Bacon born
Actor and musician Kevin Bacon, later one half of The Bacon Brothers, was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
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1965
Birthday Joan Osborne born
Singer-songwriter Joan Osborne, known for the hit "One of Us," was born in Anchorage, Kentucky.
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1967
#1 Hit The Doors hit No. 1 with "Light My Fire"
The Doors began a three-week run at No. 1 on the US singles chart with their breakthrough hit "Light My Fire."
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1967
Release Beatles release "All You Need Is Love"
The Beatles issued the single "All You Need Is Love" in the UK, following its global TV debut on Our World.
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1971
Milestone Jim Morrison buried in Paris
The Doors singer Jim Morrison was buried at Père Lachaise Cemetery, where his grave became a major fan landmark.
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1972
#1 Hit Bill Withers tops chart with "Lean on Me"
Bill Withers started a three-week run at No. 1 on the US singles chart with "Lean on Me."
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1978
#1 Hit The Rolling Stones reach No. 1
"Miss You" gave The Rolling Stones a two-week run at No. 1 on the US singles chart.
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1995
#1 Hit TLC begin No. 1 run with "Waterfalls"
TLC started a seven-week stay at No. 1 on the US singles chart with "Waterfalls."
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2003
In Memoriam Benny Carter dies
Influential jazz saxophonist, composer and arranger Benny Carter died at age 95 in Los Angeles.
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2005
Milestone Live 8 concerts begin worldwide
The Live 8 benefit concerts opened in several countries, led by Bob Geldof to raise awareness of global poverty.
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10 Forgotten 80s TV Series That Deserve a Comeback
They disappeared from our screens… but not from our hearts. ❤️ These 10 forgotten 80s TV series deserve another chance.…
10 Forgotten American Sci-Fi Series Every Classic TV Fan Should Watch
Long before streaming, CGI, and massive television budgets, science fiction lived on imagination. In the 1960s, 70s, and 80s, American…
Why V and The X-Files Still Thrill
The studio glow is low, the television hums, and suddenly the room belongs to aliens, agents and unanswered questions. V…
Late Night’s Great Rivalry
Same desk, same hour, completely different worlds.
Bonanza vs Gunsmoke — two TV western giants, one unforgettable showdown
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Classic Gold Trivia
Today's spotlight year: 1995
Which Alanis Morissette album became a major breakthrough in 1995 with hits like "You Oughta Know" and "Ironic"?
It was "Jagged Little Pill." Released in 1995, it became one of the defining albums of the year and turned Alanis Morissette into an international star.
Which animated sitcom ended its original run in 1995 after six seasons?
"The Ren & Stimpy Show" ended its original run in 1995. The series had become one of the most talked-about cartoons of the early 1990s.
Which movie won the Academy Award for Best Picture at the 1995 Oscars?
"Forrest Gump" won Best Picture at the Academy Awards held in 1995. The film was one of the biggest award winners of that season.
Which company launched the Windows 95 operating system in 1995?
Microsoft launched Windows 95 in 1995. It was a major tech and pop-culture event, helped by a huge global marketing campaign.
Which South African rugby team won the 1995 Rugby World Cup?
South Africa won the 1995 Rugby World Cup. The host nation defeated New Zealand in the final.
