July 1980: Kenny Loggins is On the Ball with "I'm Alright"
Kenny Loggins scored a hole in one - and became an '80s soundtrack king - with the theme to 'Caddyshack.'
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September 1980: Diana Ross Flips to #1 with "Upside Down"
It was a wild and contentious ride to the top for this classic Nile Rodgers/Bernard Edwards production.
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September 1980: The Doobie Brothers Release "One Step Closer"
It was the band's last album to feature Michael McDonald.
September 1980: Pat Benatar Releases "Hit Me with Your Best Shot"
It was the first Pat Benatar song to crack the top 10 of the Hot 100.
Summer 1980: The Rolling Stones Come to America's "Emotional Rescue"
The Stones kept the momentum from "Some Girls" going with this gritty LP.
August 1980: Pat Benatar Commits "Crimes of Passion"
The album featured hits "Hit Me with Your Best Shot" and "Treat Me Right."
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August 1980: Olivia Newton-John Casts a Spell on #1 with "Magic"
Olivia Newton-John held the #1 spot in America for an entire month in the summer of 1980.
July 1980: Hall and Oates Release "Voices"
The album came loaded with hits like "Kiss on My List" and "You Make My Dreams."
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July 1980: AC/DC Releases The "Back in Black" Album
AC/DC has sold more than 50 million copies of "Back in Black." It's just that good.
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July 1980: The Pointer Sisters Release "He's So Shy"
The song was such a hit that the ladies performed it on "The Love Boat."
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