1980
January 1980: Prince Makes His Prime-Time TV Debut
The emerging legend didn't appreciate Dick Clark's line of questioning.
How Kenny Loggins Became King of the '80s Soundtrack
Gonna take it right into the danger zone.
January 1980: KC & The Sunshine Band's "Please Don't Go" is the First No. 1 Hit of the Decade
The disco hitmakers got another #1 by changing their style.
Six Facts About Queen's "Another One Bites the Dust"
No synths and no backwards messages here.
November 1980: It's 'Christmas in the Stars' for a Galaxy Far, Far Away
A long time ago, in a holiday season far, far away...
September 1980: Benny Mardones Goes "Into the Night" and Up the Charts
The unlikely story of a two-time hit in 1980 and 1989.
Unplug the Jukebox: Adam Ant's Biggest Hits
Our favorite songs from the original dandy highwayman.
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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.'
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.