Remembering the pioneer of electronic music Robert Moog
The Moog synthesizer gained widespread acclaim in the late 1960s and 1970s, thanks in part to its use by pioneering musicians and bands
Read MoreThe Moog synthesizer gained widespread acclaim in the late 1960s and 1970s, thanks in part to its use by pioneering musicians and bands
Read MoreTaupin and Elton John’s collaboration has produced some of the most iconic songs of the 20th century
Read MoreThe French singer Charles Aznavour is celebrated for his vast catalog of songs that span over seven decades. He was born on this day in 1924
Read MoreHis work both on stage and in film, where his portrayals of Shakespearean characters became legendary. He was born on this day in 1907
Read MoreControversial, influential and talented, with The Smiths, Morrissey defined the British Alternative Rock scene of the 1980’s with songs that remain timeless, but he has been leading a very successful and influential solo career of his own for over 30 years now. We list what we think are his 10 best songs to celebrate his 66th birthday
Read MoreMr. T’s most iconic role came when he was cast as B.A. Baracus in the hit television series “The A-Team” from 1983 to 1987
Read MoreLeo Sayer achieved significant success throughout the 1970s with a string of memorable hits including “You Make Me Feel Like Dancing” and “When I Need You”
Read MoreThe 1980’s weren’t overall the best David Bowie period, creatively blocked, the influential artist, was still able to pull one of his career’s best-selling and most popular songs with the 1983 “Let’s Dance”
Read MoreKnown for his gritty voice and passionate delivery, Joe Cocker became one of the most iconic singers in rock and blues history. He was born on this day in 1944
Read MoreWith his distinctive drawl and everyman charm, Stewart became one of Hollywood’s most beloved actors. He was born on this day in 1908
Read MoreFrom a shy young girl to the “Goddess of Pop” Cher has had a remarkable career spanning over six decades
Read MoreThe iconic Cher turns 79. Since the 1960’s that she has recorded some of Pop music’s most memorable songs, alongside with her acting skills. How well do you know the Pop Diva lyrics? Do the quiz and find out!
Read MoreOver the last 40 years, many were the artists that were pointed as Queens of Pop, but despite never having scored strings of hits and sold millions of records, the amazing Grace Jones may be the righteous Queen and turns 77 today
Read MoreIn 1988 Yazz had a smash hit with “The Only Way Is Up”, an early House music hit that reached No.1 in the U.K. 37 years later, find out what Yazz is doing these days
Read MoreOver the last 5 decades the progressive rock legend released several critically acclaimed albums both as a solo artist and as a member of Yes
Read MoreIn 1988 Martika scored a worldwide hit with the song “Toy Soldiers”
Read MoreHis raw vocal delivery and rebellious punk attitude and energy injected a sense of urgency and authenticity into the band’s early recordings, including their self-titled debut album
Read MoreOne of the most influential actors of all time, Dennis Hopper left a valuable and timeless film legacy as an actor, writer and director. We look back at five of his best movies on the 89th anniversary of his birth
Read MoreIn the late 1980’s Morvan embarked on a journey that would take him from the heights of pop stardom to the depths of a scandal that rocked the music industry
Read MoreIn the late 1980s he formed Nine Inch Nails (NIN) drawing from a diverse array of influences, including electronic music, metal, and alternative rock
Read MoreHis performances in films such as “Twister,” “Apollo 13,” and “Titanic” earned him widespread acclaim. He was born on this day in 1955
Read MoreThroughout the 1980s, Winger continued to deliver memorable performances in films such as “Terms of Endearment” and “An Officer and a Gentleman” with both roles earning her two Academy Award nominations
Read MoreIn the late 1980s and early 1990s, Jackson released a string of groundbreaking albums and hit singles that turned her together with her older brother Michael on the two most successful solo artists of the Jackson family
Read MoreRichman earned a reputation as a pioneering figure in the alternative music scene starting in the 1970s as the frontman of the influential rock band The Modern Lovers
Read MoreThe flamboyant pianist and entertainer whose extravagant performances and charismatic persona made him a household name and an enduring icon of showmanship, was born on this day in 1919
Read MoreThe Hollywood and stage legend whose career spanned over five decades in a series of memorable roles, was born on this day in 1905
Read MoreFrom a troubled past to becoming one of Hollywood’s most recognizable faces, Trejo has carved out a niche for himself as a versatile actor known for his memorable performances in both film and television
Read MoreThe former James Bond first portrayed the iconic character in the 1995 film “GoldenEye” and continued in the role for three more Bond films
Read MoreOne of Oldfield’s most memorable works, “Tubular Bells,” remains a landmark in the history of music, known for its haunting melodies and innovative use of layered instrumentation
Read MoreWith his distinctive voice and charismatic stage presence, Astbury has carved out a legacy as one of rock’s most influential figures serving as the frontman for The Cult and by adding his own unique flair to the classic Doors repertoire while fronting The Doors of the 21st Century
Read MoreHis career has spanned decades, marked by creative innovation and a knack for blending diverse musical styles
Read MoreRobert Zemeckis is one of the movie directors that had the most impact during the 1980’s and 1990’s, directing movies that defined those decades. He celebrates 73 today
Read MoreGeorge Lucas mainstream debut happened in 1973 with “American Graffiti” however, it was the “Star Wars” saga, starting in 1977, that earned him worldwide fame and cult status. He celebrates 81 today
Read MoreWith a career that has spanned for over 60 years, Stevie Wonder has composed some of Soul, Funk and Pop best songs. The once Motown child prodigy and one of the biggest music composers turns 75 today
Read MoreIn 1987, he made history by becoming the first artist to win the popular contest twice as both a singer and a songwriter
Read MoreWith her distinctive voice, independent spirit, and unparalleled talent, Hepburn blazed a trail for women in the entertainment industry. She was born on this day in 1907
Read MoreHis ability to convey depth and emotion through his performances has made him a sought-after talent in the industry
Read MoreEstevez’s acting career began in earnest in the early 1980s, with memorable performances in films like “The Outsiders” and “The Breakfast Club”
Read MoreBy the age of 14, he had already joined the Spencer Davis Group, achieving international fame with hits like “Keep on Running” and “Gimme Some Lovin'”
Read MoreIn 1991, Singer’s career reached new heights when he joined KISS as the replacement for departing drummer Eric Carr
Read MoreA visionary composer and songwriter whose contributions to the world of music are unparalleled, Burt Bacharach was born on this day in 1928
Read MoreDuffy’s guitar prowess became a defining element of The Cult’s sound, characterized by his distinctive use of heavy riffs, melodic hooks, and atmospheric textures
Read MoreIt’s one of the 1980’s most memorable songs, and in recent years, one of it’s most parodied too, but in 1984, Lionel Richie’s “Hello” was one of the biggest hits of the year
Read MoreHe was one of the most celebrated and eccentric figures of the Surrealist movement. Known for his striking and dreamlike imagery, flamboyant personality, and technical brilliance, Salvador Dalí was born on this day in 1904
Read More“Rock Me Amadeus” it’s one of the most iconic songs of the 1980’s, it was a one-of-a-kind success for Austrian singer Falco and reached No.1 on the hard English and American markets
Read MoreA synthpop classic, “West End Girls” remains of Pet Shop Boys greatest hits, it was No.1 on the U.S Hot 100 on May 10, 1986
Read MoreLinda Evangelista rose to prominence in the 1980s and 1990s, earning the title of one of the most iconic faces in the fashion industry
Read MoreBono’s charismatic stage presence and ability to connect with audiences propelled U2 to international stardom
Read MoreThroughout the 1980s and 1990s, Depeche Mode solidified their place as pioneers of electronic music, releasing a string of critically acclaimed albums and chart-topping singles
Read MoreThroughout the 1970s and 1980s, Joel released a string of hit albums and singles, including “The Stranger,” “52nd Street,” and “An Innocent Man.”
Read MoreHer role as the titular character in the hit TV series “Murphy Brown” catapulted her to stardom in the 1980s
Read MoreBy the 1980’s, several once popular artists from the 1960’s had either vanished, died or simply lost their popularity for good, but that wasn’t the case for Grace Slick who got another No.1 in 1987 with “Nothing’s Gonna Stop Us Now”
Read More“Stand And Deliver” was the first major hit by New Romantic/New Wave British band Adam and the Ants
Read MoreHis remarkable career spans over seven decades, during which he has become synonymous with wildlife documentaries and conservation efforts
Read More“True” remains Spandau Ballet’s biggest hit and their only major hit in the U.S. reaching number four on the Billboard Hot 100 in the autumn of 1983
Read MoreWith his unique combination of 1960’s Soul and 1980’s Pop, Terence Trent D’Arby was the next big thing between 1987 and 1988
Read MoreDuring his time with working with The Beatles, Taylor became known for his colorful and evocative press releases, which helped to generate buzz and excitement around the band’s music and performances
Read MoreTransitioning from television to film, Clooney quickly solidified his status as a versatile actor with a string of critically acclaimed performances
Read MoreThroughout the 1970s and 1980s, Seger enjoyed a string of commercial successes, propelled by hit songs like “Night Moves,” “Against the Wind,” and “Old Time Rock and Roll”
Read MoreOne of Hollywood’s first rebels, Orson Welles turned his back on the movie industry during the late 1940’s, disappointed by the lack of artistic freedom given to directors and actors
Read MoreTina Yothers gained widespread recognition for her role as Jennifer Keaton in the memorable 1980’s TV series “Family Ties”
Read MoreWith his signature energetic lines and radiant figures, Haring addressed themes like AIDS awareness, apartheid, drug addiction, and LGBTQ+ rights
Read MoreA timeless icon of elegance and grace, Audrey Hepburn remains one of the most beloved actresses in Hollywood history. She was born on this day in 1929
Read MoreHis gritty guitar riffs and electrifying solos became synonymous with the hard-hitting, rebellious spirit of the era
Read MorePia Zadora gained attention for her powerful vocal abilities, which led to her recording several successful albums in the 1980s, including “Pia” and “Let’s Dance Tonight,” and chart-topping hit singles, such as “When the Rain Begins to Fall”
Read MoreLou Gramm is the original Foreigner vocalist, he co-wrote many of Foreigner’s hits including the 1985 “I Want to Know What Love Is,” today he turns 75
Read MoreThe British band Cutting Crew had their first and only US No.1 with the memorable 1986 power ballad “(I Just) Died in Your Arms.” Learn some interesting facts about the song.
Read MoreIn 1984, Parker released the iconic theme song for the blockbuster film “Ghostbusters,” which became an instant sensation and earned him international acclaim
Read MoreFormer model and Bond Girl, Lumley gained widespread recognition for her role as the stylish and sophisticated Patsy Stone in the groundbreaking comedy series “Absolutely Fabulous”
Read More“Beat It” holds a special place on Pop culture and music history, it remains one of Michael Jackson’s most memorable songs and on this day in 1983 it peaked to No.1 on the US Hot 100
Read MoreTurbo B rose to international success as the lead vocalist of German Techno/House band Snap! that scored memorable hits such as “The Power.” He was born on this day in 1967
Read MoreKnown for his method approach to acting, Day-Lewis is renowned for immersing himself completely in his roles, often undergoing extensive preparation and research to fully inhabit the characters he portrays
Read MoreAs both the co-creator and star of the show “Seinfeld,” Jerry Seinfeld became synonymous with the iconic character bearing his name, a fictionalized version of himself
Read MoreWith a career spanning over six decades, Willie Nelson has been captivating audiences with his soulful voice, poignant songwriting, and unmistakable guitar playing ever since the beginning of his career
Read MoreThe Quentin Tarantino’s muse Uma Thurman turns 55 and we list six of her essential movies.
Read MoreMichelle Pfeiffer came to prominence during the early 1980’s by starring in movies such as “Scarface” and “Ladyhawke.” She turns 67 today
Read MoreIn 1992, Leno’s dream became a reality when he was chosen to succeed Carson as the host of “The Tonight Show.” Over the next two decades, Leno’s affable demeanor, quick wit, and impeccable comedic timing endeared him to millions of viewers across the country and the world
Read MoreCasey Kasem, the iconic radio personality whose voice became synonymous with the golden age of American radio, would have celebrated his 93rd birthday today
Read MorePierson’s distinctive vocals, characterized by her powerhouse voice and signature vibrato, helped define the B-52s’s sound and set them apart from their contemporaries
Read MoreThe singer had several memorable hit songs throughout her career including “Morning Train (Nine to Five)” and “We’ve Got Tonight” in duet with Kenny Rogers
Read MoreAce Frehley aka The Spaceman celebrates 74 today. The original guitarist and founding member of KISS remained with the band from 1973 to 1982, regarded as their most creative and successful period
Read MoreGiorgio Moroder’s career has been filled with hit upon hit, he has been awarded Oscars, Grammys and even Golden Globes and, he is responsible for some of the most memorable Electronic Pop music songs ever. We look back at his impressive career
Read MoreRoger Taylor shares his name with another famous drummer, but this Taylor is the original drummer for Duran Duran. He was born on this day in 1960
Read MoreWith her trademark sense of humor and unparalleled comedic timing, Burnett rose to prominence as one of the most influential figures in television history
Read MoreAfter joining Marillion in 1981, with his distinctive voice and poetic lyrics, he quickly became the focal point of the band’s success. Marillion’s debut album, “Script for a Jester’s Tear,” released in 1983
Read MoreWith his powerful voice, masterful guitar skills, and distinctive playing style, King left a timeless mark on the Blues, earning him the title of “The King of Blues Guitar.”
Read More“Ebony and Ivory” tackles issues of racial equality, and gave Stevie Wonder and Paul McCartney one of the biggest hits of their careers
Read MoreAl Pacino rose to fame during the 1970’s when he appeared in the 1972 acclaimed movie “The Godfather” where he portrayed Michael Corleone. The legendary actor turns 85 today
Read MoreAndy Bell formed Erasure together with former Depeche Mode member Vince Clarke in 1985, and since then, the group has gained cult status among fans of Pop and Electronic Pop music due to hits such as “Sometimes,” “Give A Little Respect” or “Stop!” He was born on this day in 1964
Read MoreVisconti first made a name for himself working with British artists like Tyrannosaurus Rex, producing their early albums and helping to shape their transition into glam rock icons and in 1969, he began a partnership with David Bowie that would span more than four decades, producing landmark albums such as “The Man Who Sold the World,” “Young Americans,” “Heroes,” and later “Blackstar,” Bowie’s final album
Read MoreIn 1974 he played bass on Iggy Pop’s first solo performance and did session work for acts like The Runaways before being recruited into Blondie in 1977
Read MoreThroughout the 1960s and 1970s, MacLaine cemented her status as one of Hollywood’s leading ladies, gracing the silver screen in iconic films such as “The Apartment” and “Terms of Endearment” and later also emerging as an author of spirituality focused books
Read MoreFrom her humble beginnings in Brooklyn to her status as a global icon, she remains an unparalleled force in the world of entertainment
Read MoreBaker co-produced several of Queen’s early albums, including Queen, Queen II, Sheer Heart Attack, A Night at the Opera, and Jazz. His work on “Bohemian Rhapsody” is particularly renowned, showcasing his innovative production techniques. Baker’s production credits also included albums for The Cars, Journey, Foreigner, Alice Cooper, Ozzy Osbourne, Mötley Crüe, and The Smashing Pumpkins, among others
Read MoreMoore’s breakthrough came in 1989 with the television series “TV Nation,” a satirical news magazine that blended humor and investigative journalism. He cemented his reputation in 1989’s “Roger & Me,” a cinéma vérité portrait of Flint’s factory closures that heralded a new style of activist documentary
Read MoreHis career reached stratospheric heights in 1976 with the double‑live album “Frampton Comes Alive!,” which captured the Grammy‑nominated hits “Show Me the Way,” “Baby, I Love Your Way” and “Do You Feel Like We Do,” and made him one of the world’s best‑selling artists of the decade
Read MoreAfter a string of small, often uncredited parts in the early 1960s, Nicholson’s big break came in 1969 with his memorable turn as a laid‑back biker in “Easy Rider.” He followed that with a stunning lead in “Five Easy Pieces” (1970), earning his first Oscar nomination
Read MoreLogan first rose to prominence in the late 1980s as the original bassist in the British pop trio Bros, whose debut EP helped define the UK’s independent pop music scene
Read MoreKnown as the “Pope of Trash,” Waters found his creative voice in the 1970s with a unique troupe of misfit actors known as the Dreamlanders, most notably the iconic drag queen Divine who delivered the memorable performance in the now cult movie “Pink Flamingos,” and reached mainstream audiences during the 1980s and 1990s with movies such as “Hairspray” and “Cry Baby”
Read MoreSpelling’s first big success came in the 1960s with series like “Naked City” and “The Mod Squad,” but it was in the 1970s and ’80s—first through his partnership with Leonard Goldberg and later under his own banner, Spelling Television—that he truly reshaped prime‑time TV
Read MoreIn 1989 Madonna released “Like A Prayer” which remains to this day one of the singer’s most controversial songs
Read MoreHer film breakthrough came in 1989 when director Steven Soderbergh cast her in “Sex, Lies, and Videotape.” Her nuanced performance as a quietly introspective woman won critical acclaim and helped usher in the independent‑film movement of the 1990s
Read MoreIggy Pop is a survivor, a warrior of Rock music and today that he turns 78, and we look back at his life and career
Read MoreThe Cure scored several hit songs throughout the 1980’s and 1990’s with their unique blend of Post Punk, Goth Rock and Pop music. They are still as relevant and popular today as they were back then. Robert Smith, co-founder and lead singer turns 66 today
Read MoreTakei earned a full scholarship to the University of California, Berkeley, where he studied theater arts and soon moved to New York to pursue acting, winning early roles on Broadway and in television guest spots before landing what would become his signature part: helmsman Hikaru Sulu aboard the USS Enterprise in “Star Trek.” His warm portrayal made Sulu one of the first prominent Asian‑American characters on American television
Read MoreIn 1964 he landed his first major role as Rodney Harrington on the hit ABC soap opera “Peyton Place,” becoming a teenage heartthrob and household name. He made a seamless transition to the big screen at the end of the decade, earning an Academy Award nomination for his turn as the romantic lead in “Love Story” (1970)
Read MoreIn 1981 Vandross burst onto the scene as a solo artist with his timeless debut single “Never Too Much,” launching an illustrious run of soulful ballads and smooth grooves that would earn him four Grammy Awards and become the soundtrack of a generation
Read MoreHer screen debut came in 1976’s blockbuster “King Kong,” in which her portrayal of Ann Darrow—equal parts vulnerable and resilient—announced her as a star overnight. Over the next decade she delivered a string of powerhouse performances: as the troubled actress Frances Farmer in “Frances” (1982), a role that earned her first Academy Award nomination
Read MoreGlover’s breakthrough came in 1985 when he portrayed the awkward yet endearing George McFly in “Back to the Future,” leaving a lasting imprint despite limited screen time
Read MoreThe all-star group of singers and musicians USA For Africa, was the American response to the British Band Aid. Their iconic and memorable song “We Are the World” peaked to No.1 on this day in 1985
Read MoreHis international breakthrough came in 1973 when he originated the role of Dr. Frank N. Furter in the stage musical “The Rocky Horror Show”; two years later he reprised the part in Jim Sharman’s film adaptation “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” becoming a cult icon
Read MoreHis most celebrated role came in the 1981 movie “Arthur,” where his portrayal of the lovable, hard‑drinking millionaire earned him a Golden Globe and an Academy Award nomination for Best Actor
Read More“Kiss” remains one of Prince’s signature songs and one of his best-selling singles. It reached No.1 at the Hot 100 on this day in 1986
Read MoreReleased in April 1986, “A Different Corner” denounces the already musical maturity of George Michael as a composer and distances itself from Wham! Pop smash hits. The song, served as a catalyst for his solo career
Read MoreWritten by Debbie Harry and Italian disco producer Giorgio Moroder, “Call Me” was specifically composed to be used as the theme for the 1980 movie “American Gigolo,” and, originally offered to another singer by Moroder
Read More“I Knew You Were Waiting (For Me)” by George Michael and Aretha Franklin, it’s one of the 1980’s most memorable songs and duets
Read MoreMoranis’s film career took off in 1984 with a supporting turn as the endearingly awkward Louis Tully in “Ghostbusters,” followed by his scene‑stealing appearances in “Spaceballs” as the teenage loner Dark Helmet and “Little Shop of Horrors” in 1986
Read MoreWood’s film debut came in the mid‑1970s, but he broke through with a magnetic performance as a tortured photojournalist in Oliver Stone’s “Salvador,” earning his first Academy Award nomination and later delivered a chilling portrayal of real‑life Klansman Byron De La Beckwith in the 1996 “Ghosts of Mississippi,” which brought him a second Oscar nod
Read MoreRoberts made his feature‑film debut in 1977’s “King of the Gypsies,” earning an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor and in the 1990s and 2000s Roberts became known both for leading roles in indie and genre films and for his steady work on television
Read MoreHis big break came in 1988 when he was hired as a writer for “Saturday Night Live,” where he helped craft classic sketches and soon became known for his sharp wit and as host of “Late Night with Conan O’Brien,” he developed his own off‑beat style, combining surreal comedy bits, self‑deprecating humor and a penchant for intricate musical stunts
Read MoreShirlie Holliman became famous as part of the Pepsi & Shirlie duo, the backing vocalists for Wham! Today, the singer turns 63
Read MoreAs Buzzcocks’ principal songwriter and frontman, Shelley helped pioneer the melodic, high‑energy sound of early British punk
Read MoreAlong with other cartoon characters created during the 1930’s and 1940’s, Daffy Duck is a timeless star that remains popular to this day through his appearances on cartoons, movies and countless merchandise worldwide
Read MoreDusty’s solo career took off in late 1963 with the buoyant single “I Only Want to Be with You,” which cemented her status as Britain’s leading blue‑eyed soul singer, scoring several hits across the 1960s and 1970s including “You Don’t Have to Say You Love Me”
Read MoreKamen first got noticed during the mid 1980’s for his performance in Levi’s “Launderette” television commercial, later scoring a hit with Madonna’s song “Each Time You Break My Heart”
Read MoreSinger Samantha Fox first became popular in her home country as a topless model on Page 3 of British tabloid newspaper The Sun
Read MoreIn 1968, he co-founded Deep Purple, serving as the lead guitarist and contributing to the band’s signature hard rock sound. His work with Deep Purple produced iconic tracks like “Smoke on the Water” and “Highway Star”
Read MoreIn 1990, Sorvino delivered one of his most memorable performances as mobster Paulie Cicero in Martin Scorsese’s Goodfellas and he also portrayed NYPD Sergeant Phil Cerreta on the television series Law & Order from 1991 to 1992
Read MoreIn the early 1990s, Brandis became a prominent teen actor when he starred as Bastian Bux in “The NeverEnding Story II: The Next Chapter” and portrayed Bill Denbrough in the original television miniseries adaptation of Stephen King’s “It”
Read MoreSlovak co-founded the Red Hot Chili Peppers with Flea and Anthony Kiedis in 1983
Read MoreCassidy’s breakthrough came in 1970 when he was cast as Keith Partridge in the musical sitcom The Partridge Family and his portrayal of the charming eldest son in a family band catapulted him to teen idol status
Read MoreDoherty rose to prominence in the 1990s with her portrayal of Brenda Walsh in the popular teen drama “Beverly Hills, 90210” and later with her role as Prue Halliwell in the supernatural series “Charmed”
Read MoreGarcia’s film debut came in 1983 with “Blue Skies Again,” but his breakthrough role was as Agent George Stone in Brian De Palma’s 1987 blockbuster “The Untouchables” and in 1990 gained further acclaim for his performance as Vincent Mancini in “The Godfather Part III,” earning an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor
Read MoreIn 1982, Letterman launched “Late Night with David Letterman” on NBC, introducing audiences to his unique brand of humor and after a network transition in 1993, he began hosting “The Late Show with David Letterman” on CBS, where he remained until his retirement in 2015
Read MoreStansfield launched her solo career with the debut album “Affection” in 1989 which featured the hit single “All Around the World,” that topped charts internationally and showcased her soulful voice
Read MoreThroughout the 1980s and 1990s, Quaid starred in a variety of hit films, including The Big Easy (1986), Innerspace (1987), and Great Balls of Fire! (1989), where he played musician Jerry Lee Lewis.
Read MoreWith a remarkable acting career that spanned for over 60 years, the French acting legend Jean-Paul Belmondo was born on this day in 1933
Read MoreMarc Jacobs was born April 9, 1963, in New York City. Jacobs is a powerhouse in the fashion world fueled by the success of his own eponymous label.
Read MoreBilly Ocean had a very successful career throughout the 1980’s decade and some of his songs remain popular to this day. In 1988, he released he peaked No.1 on the US Hot 100 for the last time with “Get Outta My Dreams, Get into My Car”
Read MoreSchneider’s breakthrough came in 1979 when he was cast as Bo Duke in the television series “The Dukes of Hazzard,” a role he played until 1985 and for which he is still best remembered
Read MoreAs a child, he inspired the Beatles’ songs “Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds” and “Hey Jude,” the latter written by Paul McCartney to comfort him during his parents’ divorce, and released his debut album, Valotte, in 1984, which earned critical praise and commercial success, scoring a global hit with the track “Too Late for Goodbyes”
Read MoreStradlin formed several bands in his early years before reconnecting with childhood friend William Bailey, who would later become known as Axl Rose and together, they co-founded Guns N’ Roses in 1985
Read MoreIn 1975, Burke joined the band Blondie, shortly after its formation by Debbie Harry and Chris Stein. His energetic and versatile drumming became a defining element of the band’s sound, playing on all the Blondie albums and contributing to hits like “Heart of Glass,” “Call Me,” and “One Way or Another.” He passed away at age 70.
Read MoreKaye’s acting career took off in the 1970s with appearances in British television series such as Coronation Street, but it was his portrayal of René, the reluctant French café owner caught up in wartime absurdities, that brought him international fame
Read MoreIn March 1985, while touring to promote their second album “Make It Big,” Wham”! made music history when they included China on the tour dates. They played the first concert of their 10-day visit there on April 7, 1985
Read MoreThe Pixies are regarded as one of the most influential of all time in Alternative Rock, with fans that included David Bowie and Kurt Cobain
Read MoreBilly Dee Williams was born on April 6, 1937, in New York City. Williams became a blockbuster sci-fi legend with his role as Lando Calrissian in “The Empire Strikes Back” & “Return of the Jedi”
Read MoreIn 1983, Ridgway embarked on a solo career, releasing his debut album, “The Big Heat,” in 1986. The album included the single “Camouflage,” a storytelling song that became a top five hit in the UK and was widely successful across Europe
Read MoreIn 1968, Grant became the manager of Led Zeppelin, guiding the band from its inception until its disbandment in 1980. His hands-on approach and formidable negotiating skills secured unprecedented deals for the band, significantly improving financial and contractual terms for musicians in their dealings with concert promoters and record labels
Read MorePeck won the Academy Award for Best Actor for his portrayal of Atticus Finch in “To Kill a Mockingbird” in 1962, a role that became emblematic of his career
Read MoreBette Davis was born Ruth Elizabeth Davis on April 5, 1908, in Lowell Massachusetts. After a brief theater career, she became one of the biggest stars in the Hollywood studio system, appearing in nearly 100 films before her death in 1989.
Read MoreA seminal figure in the development of modern blues music, Waters’ dynamic performances and innovative use of amplification not only defined the Chicago blues genre but also significantly influenced the development of rock and roll
Read MoreMoore’s guitar prowess and emotive playing style earned him a reputation as one of the finest guitarists from the British Isles
Read MoreActor Robert Downey Jr. was born on April 4, 1965, in New York City, the son of the avant-garde filmmaker Robert Downey Sr., who is best known for the film “Putney Swope” (1969). The actor is known for roles in a wide variety of films, including ‘Iron Man,’ (2008) ‘The Avengers,’ (2012) ‘Sherlock Holmes,’ (2009) and ‘Chaplin’ (1992).
Read MoreIn 1987, Bach joined the hard-rock band Skid Row, and his dynamic stage presence and powerful vocals were instrumental in propelling the band to prominence
Read MoreShe began her career as a vocalist in the late 1930s, achieving her first major success with the song “Sentimental Journey” in 1945 and made her film debut in 1948 with “Romance on the High Seas” leading to a series of successful musicals and comedies throughout the 1950s and 1960s
Read MoreBaldwin’s acting career began in television, with a notable role on the soap opera “The Doctors” from 1980 to 1982. Transitioning to film, Baldwin appeared in the 1988 Tim Burton’s “Beetlejuice” and achieved leading man status with “The Hunt for Red October” in 1989
Read MoreThe actor who was a cast member of Saturday Night Live during the early 1980’s has appeared in some of the most memorable comedy movies of that decade
Read MoreOne of the most talented actors of his generation, Val Kilmer came to prominence during the 1980’s in movies such as “Top Gun” and solidified his career when he played the role of The Doors singer Jim Morrison in 1991. Val Kilmer passed away on Tuesday, April 1st, 2025, in Los Angeles. His daughter Mercedes Kilmer stated the cause of death as pneumonia. He was 65.
Read MoreIn 1986, Abbott released his debut album, “Shake You Down,” featuring the title track that became a platinum-selling hit, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot 100
Read MoreThe legendary Marvin Gaye was pivotal in taking Soul music to the mainstream during the 1960’s. He released several memorable songs such as “I Heard It Through the Grapevine,” “Mercy Mercy Me (The Ecology”), “What’s Going On” and “Sexual Healing” among others. His life was cut short at the age of 44 by his own father. We look back at his career on what would have been his 86th birthday
Read MoreWith dozens of albums and singles released over the course of her career, Harris is one of the world’s best selling country and folk artists
Read MoreThe iconic Serge Gainsbourg had a way with the words, never comfortable with the establishment, throughout his life he wrote beautiful memorable songs and poems that continue to influence and inspire new generations of musicians, poets and artists around the world. To celebrate his anniversary, we’ve gathered together 15 memorable quotes by the man himself
Read MoreThe British actor who played Obi-Wan Kenobi in the original Star Wars trilogy and mysteriously predicted the death of James
Read MoreSerge Gainsbourg was born on April 2, 1928, 97 years ago. He lived a lifetime dedicated to life’s best things, with high dosages of scandal and controversy mixed along with his unique genius for writing poetry and music. We look back at the life and career of this French icon.
Read More“Dallas” traced the stories of the feuding Ewing and Barnes families against the backdrop of the Texas oil industry.
Read MoreOn April 1, 1984, Marvin was fatally shot by his father in their Los Angeles home. On the day of the murder, Marvin and Marvin Sr. were arguing about a misplaced insurance policy document. At this point, the relationship between Marvin and his father was as heated as ever- Marvin’s sister had moved out of the house just to avoid the conflict
Read MoreA superstar in his native land for nearly sixty years, a colossal star in Japan, but despite living for many years in the United States, Michel Polnareff is disappointingly little-known in the English-speaking world.
Read MoreChamberlain’s acting career began with guest roles on television, but he gained widespread recognition in 1961 as the titular character in the medical drama “Dr. Kildare” and in the 1970s and 1980s, Chamberlain became known as the “King of the Miniseries” for his leading roles in acclaimed productions such as “Shōgun” and “The Thorn Birds”
Read MoreAngus Young is one of Rock’s biggest legends and has influenced and inspired generations of guitarists. He co.-founded AC/DC with his brother Malcolm Young in 1973, today he turns 70 and we celebrate his life and career with the Top 10 AC/DC songs
Read MoreAcademy Award-winning actor Christopher Walken is known for a wide array of screen roles, from ‘The Deer Hunter’ and ‘A View to a Kill’ to ‘Catch Me if You Can’ and ‘Balls of Fury’
Read More“Footloose” is a truly 1980’s Pop music classic that became Loggin’s most memorable song when it was included as the theme song for the movie of the same name in 1984
Read MoreIn 2001, though, Coltrane’s celebrity status went global when he was cast as Hagrid, the half-giant gamekeeper of Hogwarts school of witchcraft and wizardry in the first film adaptation of JK Rowling’s Harry Potter novels, reportedly at Rowling’s insistence
Read MoreDion gained international recognition after winning the 1988 Eurovision Song Contest, representing Switzerland with the song “Ne partez pas sans moi,” but it wasn’t up until the 1990s that Dion ascended to global superstardom. Her albums “Falling into You” and “Let’s Talk About Love” each sold over 30 million copies worldwide, and with the 1997 “My Heart Will Go On,” the theme song for the film “Titanic,” she earned an Academy Award for Best Original Song
Read MoreTim Burton’s weird, wonderful horror comedy “Beetlejuice” was released 37 years ago today. This was Tim Burton’s second feature film and more visually impressive than his 1985 debut feature, “Pee-Wee’s Big Adventure.”
Read MoreWarren Beatty is an Oscar-winning director and actor known for such films as Bonnie and Clyde, Reds and Heaven Can Wait
Read MoreTo make a Top 10 list of Eric Clapton’s best songs it’s a hard task, and perhaps for some will never possible. To celebrate the Rock Legend Eric Clapton, we picked 10 of some of his very best songs solo or with the several bands he had been in
Read MoreTracy Chapman’s beautifully crafted modern folk songs marked the difference back in the 1980’s. She put Folk and simple songs back in the charts just like Bob Dylan and Joan Baez had made it back in the 60’s. We look back at her career today that she turns 61
Read MoreChamberlain’s acting career began with guest roles on television, but he gained widespread recognition in 1961 as the titular character in the medical drama “Dr. Kildare” and in the 1970s and 1980s, Chamberlain became known as the “King of the Miniseries” for his leading roles in acclaimed productions such as “Shōgun” and “The Thorn Birds”
Read MoreFarrell formed Jane’s Addiction in the mid-1980s, and the band quickly became a key act in the Los Angeles music scene, blending punk, metal, and psychedelic rock to create a unique sound and in 1991 he founded the Lollapalooza festival
Read MoreMacpherson quickly rose to prominence in the modeling world, becoming a familiar face on magazine covers, including a record five appearances on the “Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue,” which earned her the nickname “The Body”
Read More“Rock Me Amadeus” became the first German-language song to peak at number one on the Billboard Hot 100 on March 29, 1986
Read More“Rapture” was notable for being one of the first Pop/Rock blends with Rap and Hip Hop, released in 1981, it was the first song featuring rap to reach No.1
Read MoreNimoy’s breakthrough came in 1966 when he was cast as Spock, the half-human, half-Vulcan science officer, in the original “Star Trek” television series
Read MoreViewed as the head of the early 1980’s British New Romantic music movement, Duran Duran became one of the best-selling and successful Pop bands of all time
Read MoreShe’s a timeless diva, one of the most successful singers and performers of all time and with a career that has spanned for over 60 years
Read MoreAn absolute icon of Rock music, the Aerosmith frontman Steven Tyler was born on March 26, 1948, in New York, and formed Aerosmith in Boston during the early 1970’s. Check out the Top 10 Aerosmith songs
Read MoreSignoret’s role in the 1959 movie “Room at the Top” earned her the Academy Award for Best Actress, making her the first French actress to receive this honor
Read MoreControversial, talented and a world class entertainer, Elton John turns 78 years old, to celebrate it, look back at 20 of his very best songs, from his 70’s classics to the shift into 80’s modern pop beats and throughout his return during the 1990’s and 21st century to the classic formula that first made him famous
Read MoreSarah Jessica Parker was born on March 25, 1965, she is an award-winning TV and film actress whose starring role in the series “Sex and the City” catapulted her to stardom
Read MoreThe Queen of Soul with a voice that influenced generations of singers was born on this day in 1942
Read MoreBoyle gained early recognition with her portrayal of Donna Hayward in the television series “Twin Peaks” which set the stage for a successful career in both television and film
Read MoreCarradine made his film debut in 1972, appearing alongside John Wayne in “The Cowboys.” In 1984, Carradine gained widespread recognition for his portrayal of Lewis Skolnick in the comedy “Revenge of the Nerds.” The film’s success led to several sequels, with Carradine reprising his role in each installment
Read MoreIn 1937, Barbera joined Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer (MGM) as a sketch artist, where he met William Hanna. Together, they created the iconic “Tom and Jerry” series, producing over 100 episodes between 1940 and 1957, and winning seven Academy Awards
Read MoreAs the lead singer for the German new wave band Nena, she had a string of hits during the 1980’s, even topping the US Hot 100 to No.2 with the smash hit “99 Red Balloons.” We look back at her life her career on the day she turns 65
Read MoreKelly LeBrock was born on March 24, 1960, in New York City she was cast as the “perfect” or “fantasy” woman in films such as “The Woman in Red” (1984) and “Weird Science” (1985)
Read MorePinette’s comedic style often revolved around self-deprecating humor, particularly focusing on his experiences with weight and food. Beyond stand-up, Pinette appeared in various films and television shows. Notably, he played the carjacking victim in the final episode of the sitcom “Seinfeld” in 1998.
Read MoreWet Wet Wet achieved significant success throughout the late 1980s and 1990s, with hits like “Wishing I Was Lucky,” “Sweet Little Mystery,” and their cover of The Troggs’ “Love Is All Around,” which remained at the top of the UK Singles Chart for 15 consecutive weeks in 1994
Read MoreKurosawa’s international breakthrough occurred with the release of “Rashomon” in 1950. This success was followed by a series of masterpieces, including “Ikiru,” “Seven Samurai,” and “Throne of Blood,” each reflecting his distinctive storytelling and visual style. He was born on this day in 1910.
Read MoreHe gained widespread recognition in 1988 when he joined the cast of the television series “21 Jump Street” as Detective Dennis Booker, a role that led to the spin-off series “Booker,” which aired from 1989 to 1990
Read MoreIn the early 1970s, Chaka Khan joined the funk band Rufus as their lead vocalist, delivering several successful albums and singles, including “Sweet Thing” and “Ain’t Nobody” and later launching her own successful solo career
Read MoreThe Cars had a string of hits during the late 1970’s and 1980’s including “Drive,” lead singer Ric Ocasek was born 81 years ago today
Read MoreFor more than seven decades, the multifaceted William Shatner has been one of the most prolific actors, but also author, director and even singer
Read MoreIn 1979 with the release of the double album “The Wall”, which was more approachable than some of their early albums, Pink Floyd reached a new generation of fans and developed a new sound that earned them their only No.1 in the U.S
Read MoreDalton’s film debut came in 1968 with his portrayal of Philip II of France in “The Lion in Winter” and in 1980 he appeared as Prince Barin in the cult classic “Flash Gordon.” In 1987 he gained international prominence as the fourth actor to portray James Bond in the Eon Productions film series. He starred in “The Living Daylights” and “License to Kill,” bringing a darker and more serious tone to the iconic character
Read MoreIn 1960, Burke signed with Atlantic Records, marking the beginning of a prolific recording career. His unique blend of gospel, rhythm and blues, and country influences produced a series of hits, including “Just Out of Reach (Of My Two Open Arms),” “Cry to Me,” and “Everybody Needs Somebody to Love”
Read MoreHer big break came in 1984 when she appeared on the television talent show “Star Search,” gaining national recognition and led to various television and film roles, including appearances on the sitcom “Gimme a Break!” and parts in movies such as “A League of Their Own,” “Sleepless in Seattle,” and “The Flintstones”
Read MoreIn 1969, he co-founded Supertramp with Rick Davies, serving as the band’s co-frontman until his departure in 1983. During his tenure with Supertramp, Hodgson composed and sang many of the band’s most successful songs, including “Dreamer,” “Give a Little Bit,” “Take the Long Way Home,” “The Logical Song,” “It’s Raining Again,” and “Breakfast in America”
Read MoreBroderick gained widespread recognition for his role in the 1983 movie “WarGames” and later for his portrayal of the charming
Read MoreOldman’s professional acting career began in the theater, and he gained prominence in the big screen with his portrayal of punk rocker Sid Vicious in the 1986 biopic “Sid and Nancy” and later as Lee Harvey Oswald in “JFK” and Count Dracula in “Bram Stoker’s Dracula”
Read MoreHis 1989 movie “Do the Right Thing,” which delves into racial tensions in a Brooklyn neighborhood, earned him an Academy Award nomination for Best Original Screenplay, and he continued to explore complex social and political issues in films such as “Malcolm X” in 1992
Read MoreHer breakthrough came in 1987 with two significant roles: Edwina “Ed” McDunnough in the Coen Brothers’ comedy “Raising Arizona,” and Jane Craig in “Broadcast News,” the latter earning her an Academy Award nomination for Best Actress and in 1993 with her portrayal of Ada McGrath, a mute pianist, in Jane Campion’s “The Piano,” her performance garnered widespread acclaim, earning her the Academy Award for Best Actress, as well as BAFTA and Golden Globe awards
Read MoreOne of the most acclaimed contemporary actors of all time, he played memorable roles in films such as “Kiss of the Spider Woman”, “Children of a Lesser God” and “The Big Chill” among several others. He was born on this day in 1950
Read MoreActress Glenn Close is best known for her many Oscar-nominated roles, for Academy Award for Best Actress Fatal Attraction (1987), Dangerous Liaisons (1988) and Albert Nobbs (2011).
Read MoreActor Bruce Willis first made a splash on TV in ‘Moonlighting’ before becoming a big-screen star via hits like ‘Die Hard,’ ‘Pulp Fiction’ and ‘The Sixth Sense.’
Read MoreIn 1993, she achieved global success with the release of the album “Black Reign,” which included the Grammy Award-winning track “U.N.I.T.Y.,” addressing issues of sexism and violence against women, while at the same time also launching her successful acting career
Read MoreBorn on this day in 1959, Irene Cara had an exciting and successful career during the early 1980’s that included being awarded an Academy Awards and Grammy’s, but today she’s mostly remembered as the voice of the worldwide hits “Fame” and “Flashdance…What A Feeling”
Read MoreDown’s acting career commenced with roles in British films such as “The Smashing Bird I Used to Know” in 1969. Transitioning to Hollywood, Down appeared in notable films including “The Pink Panther Strikes Again” and “The First Great Train Robbery” alongside Sean Connery. During the 1980s, Down gained further prominence for her portrayal of Madeline Fabray LaMotte in the American miniseries “North and South”
Read MoreIn 1980, Lindup co-founded Level 42 alongside Mark King and brothers Phil and Boon Gould. The band gained international acclaim for their jazz-funk and pop-rock fusion, producing hits like “Lessons in Love”
Read MorePatrick Duffy is best known for playing Bobby Ewing on the long-running television series “Dallas”. He also starred on the TV shows “Man from Atlantis” and “Step by Step,” among other roles
Read MoreActor Rob Lowe rose to fame as a heartthrob in such movies as ‘St. Elmo’s Fire,’ later finding a comfort zone on TV with ‘The West Wing,’ ‘Parks and Recreation’ and ‘The Grinder.’
Read MoreAmerican actor Kurt Russell has appeared in action, comedic and dramatic roles. His well-known feature films include Escape from New York and Silkwood.
Read MoreVan Halen’s “Jump” it’s one of the 1980’s most iconic and popular songs. A smash hit worldwide featuring a mix of hard rock guitars and synths, that only the 80’s could produce
Read MoreAs the hype man of Public Enemy, Flavor Flav brought a dynamic and energetic presence that complemented Chuck D’s politically charged lyrics
Read MoreBertolucci’s cinematic career began under the mentorship of Pier Paolo Pasolini, serving as an assistant director on the 1961 film “Accattone.” In 1987, his magnum opus, “The Last Emperor,” that chronicled the life of China’s final monarch, Puyi, achieved critical and commercial success, earning nine Academy Awards, including Best Director and Best Picture
Read MoreTogether with her sister Ann, they became the first women to front a Hard Rock band. With Heart, Nancy Wilson scored several hits that are now regarded as Rock classics such as “Barracuda,” “Crazy on You,” “Alone,” “These Dreams” and “What About Love” among others. She turns 71 today
Read MoreThe son of Motown Records founder Berry Gordy, Rockwell’s 1984 debut single, “Somebody’s Watching Me,” featuring guest vocals by Michael Jackson remains one of the most memorable 1980s hits
Read MorePoison’s debut album, “Look What the Cat Dragged In,” was released in 1986 and achieved multi-platinum status, propelled by singles like “Talk Dirty to Me”
Read MoreDavid Cronenberg is a film director known for works such as Scanners, Dead Ringers, and A History of Violence.
Read MoreTwisted Sister reached the peak of their popularity during the 1980’s, a lot of thanks to Dee Snider’s charismatic presence and look. He was born on this day in 1955
Read MoreTerence Trent D’Arby had a string of hit singles during the late 1980’s including “Sign Your Name” with his acclaimed debut album “Introducing the Hardline According to Terence Trent D’Arby,” today, the singer that has changed his name to Sananda Francesco Maitreya, turns 63
Read MoreRecord producer, actor, conductor, arranger, composer, musician, television producer, film producer, instrumentalist, magazine founder, entertainment company executive, and humanitarian, Quincy Jones was one of the most powerful and acclaimed figures of music and showbiz.
Read MoreIn 1987 freshly departed from Culture Club, Boy George scores his only No.1 with a cover of the 1972 Bread song “Everything I Own”
Read MoreMichael Caine is a beloved Oscar-winning actor known for his roles in films like Alfie, Hannah and Her Sisters and the latest Batman incarnations
Read MoreBilly Crystal came to fame on the sitcom Soap. After a year on Saturday Night Live, he began a successful film career
Read MoreAs U2’s bassist, Clayton has been integral to the band’s distinctive sound, contributing to all 15 of their studio albums. His bass lines are notable in songs like “New Year’s Day,” “With or Without You,” and “Bullet the Blue Sky”
Read MoreIn 1975, Harris formed Iron Maiden, a band that would become a seminal force in the heavy metal genre. As the only constant member since its inception, he has been instrumental in shaping the band’s distinctive sound
Read MoreAl Jarreau was known for his versatile vocal style, seamlessly blending elements of jazz, pop, and R&B
Read MoreLiza Minnelli was born on March 12, 1946, in Los Angeles, California. Minnelli greatest film role is playing floundering nightclub singer Sally Bowles in the musical “Cabaret” (1972) the film.
Read MoreWritten and produced by 80’s hitmakers Stock Aitken Waterman, “Never Gonna Give You Up” by Rick Astley was first released on July 27, 1987. It’s music video stands as one of the most watched on You Tube with more than 890 million views as of March 2021
Read MoreCatharina “Nina” Hagen was born in East Berlin on March 11, 1955. Hagen signed a new contract with CBS and released her debut solo album NunSexMonkRock, which became her first record to chart in the United States.
Read MoreBobby McFerrin was born March 11, 1950, in New York, NY. He is best known for his song, “Don’t Worry Be Happy” which reached No.1 in the U.S Hot 100 on September 24th, 1988
Read More“Too Many Broken Hearts” by Jason Donovan was one of 1989 biggest hits across Europe, however, it failed to reach the American market
Read MoreHis film career took off in the 1970s and 1980s with notable roles in action films such as the 1972 Way of the Dragon alongside Bruce Lee
Read MoreNeneh Cherry rose to fame during the late 1980’s emerging as one of the most popular female rappers. She had a string of hits during the 1990’s and won several important awards. Today she turns 61
Read MoreSharon Stone is an Oscar-nominated actress known for her roles in a variety of films, including Total Recall, Basic Instinct, Sliver, and Casino.
Read MoreABC achieved significant success in the early 1980s with hits like “Poison Arrow,” “The Look of Love,” and “All of My Heart”
Read MoreThroughout the 1970s and 1980s, Muti collaborated with prominent directors and gained international recognition for her role as Princess Aura in the 1980 science fiction film “Flash Gordon”
Read MoreBinoche’s international breakthrough came with her role in “The Unbearable Lightness of Being” in 1988 and her portrayal of Hana in “The English Patient” garnered her an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress in 1996
Read MoreFor some, the Dead Or Alive song defines the 1980’s Pop music, it became one of the most played songs worldwide and remains to this day a dance staple
Read MoreA movie that will take you on a magical journey, through different worlds and where you really don’t have to make sense of anything, just enjoy the trip, the color, the action scenes, the beautiful vintage FX’s and Queen’s perfect score along with it.
Read MoreTogether with the 1981 “Keep on Loving You,” REO Speedwagon’s power ballad “Can’t Fight This Feeling” remains the band’s most memorable song, scoring high on music charts around the world
Read MoreMick Jagger started his 1980’s solo career the best way possible with the release of “Just Another Night,” the first single from his debut album “She’s The Boss” in 1985
Read MoreTaylor Dayne scored her first major hit when her 1987 debut single “Tell It to My Heart” that became a worldwide hit. Today, the singer turns 63
Read MoreErnie Isley officially joined The Isley Brothers in 1973, contributing heavily to their transformation from a vocal harmony group into a powerful, instrument-driven band
Read MoreIn 1967, David Gilmour joined Pink Floyd, initially to support Syd Barrett, but took on a more prominent role as the band’s guitarist and co-lead vocalist and his smooth yet emotive guitar work became a defining element of Pink Floyd’s sound
Read MoreBorn on this day in 1936, the actor’s outstanding career spanned 70 years
Read MoreThe Guyanese British vocalist and musician Eddy Grant delivered smash hits throughout his career including “Baby Come Back” (with the Equals) and “Electric Avenue”
Read MoreThe iconic pop song “Billie Jean” hides a very disturbing story behind its lyrics, find out what it is
Read MoreMurray Head, first gained attention in the music world with his early singles in the 1960s but wasn’t until 1984 that he achieved his biggest commercial success with the single “One Night in Bangkok” from the musical Chess
Read MoreFrusciante joined the Red Hot Chili Peppers in 1988 at just 18 years old and went on to became they’re most enduring guitarist
Read MoreAndy Gibb was the youngest brother of the famed Bee Gees and during the late 1970s quickly became a teen sensation, known for his smooth voice, youthful charm, and disco-influenced pop sound
Read MoreJason Newsted joined Metallica after the unexpected death of their uniquely talented bassist, Cliff Burton, in 1986 and gave the band a new dynamic just shortly before they made it into the mainstream
Read MoreWomack’s own solo career took off with hits like “It’s All Over Now”, a song that he co-wrote and originally recorded with the Valentinos before it was famously covered by The Rolling Stones
Read MorePatsy Kensit’s career truly took off in the 1980s with her acting roles, starring in a series of films, including Lethal Weapon 2, where she played the character of a femme fatale, and Absolute Beginners in 1986
Read MoreDespite her memorable songs, hits and collaborations since the 1970s, it was her collaboration with Bill Medley on the hit song “(I’ve Had) The Time of My Life,” from the 1987 film Dirty Dancing, that catapulted her into global fame
Read MoreAs a New Wave German band who sung German, Nena had very little chances to breakthrough the U.S and U.K music markets, but surprisingly, in 1984 they entered Pop music’s history
Read MoreWith The Carpenters, Karen scored a string of worldwide Pop music hits throughout the 1970’s including “We’ve Only Just Begun” and “Rainy Days and Mondays”
Read MoreTo celebrate Jon’s 63rd anniversary, here’s a Top 10 list of some of Bon Jovi’s best ever songs
Read MoreThe frontman of the influential proto-punk and glam rock band New York Dolls, passed away on February 28, 2025, at the age of 75. He was the last surviving member of the band’s original line-up.
Read MoreNik Kershaw gained prominence in the 1980s with a series of hit singles including “Wouldn’t It Be Good,” “I Won’t Let the Sun Go Down on Me” and “The Riddle”
Read MoreOne of the most legendary and iconic Rock singer and frontmen ever, Roger Daltrey influenced and continues to influence generations of singers, with his unique vocals and charismatic stage presence
Read MoreRead some curious facts about the lyrics and meaning of the Mr. Mister’s song “Kyrie”
Read MoreA mixture of new wave, rock and disco gave Blondie the winning formula for their song “Atomic”
Read MoreMadonna has now more music videos than she has candles on her birthday cake. Take a look at her 10 most memorable music videos.
Read MoreThroughout his career, Hackman made film history by playing some of the most memorable roles ever in movies such as “French Connection,” “Superman: The Movie” or “Mississippi Burning”
Read MoreTaylor’s personal life often rivaled her on-screen dramas. She won her first Academy Award, for Best Actress in “Butterfield 8” in 1960, followed by another win with “Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?” in 1966
Read MoreIn the mid-1970s Bolton cut his teeth as the frontman for hard-rockers Black Oak Arkansas before embarking on a solo career that saw him evolve into one of adult contemporary’s defining voice, scoring hits such as the power-ballad “How Am I Supposed to Live Without You”
Read MoreThe iconic “Man in Black” is among the most well-known and beloved American singer-songwriters to have ever lived and his storied career continues to inspire a new generation of artists from all musical genres
Read MoreRoberta Flack was the first and the only solo artist to win the Grammy Award for Record of the Year on two consecutive years. She will be remembered by her #1 singles “The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face” and “Killing Me Softly with His Song” among many others.
Read MoreGeorge Harrison’s life was cut short, but his influence in music can still be heard today, together with John Lennon, Harrison was the most daring of the four Beatles on what concerned experimenting with music. We look back at his life and career on his 82nd birthday
Read MoreBarrymore gained international fame at seven years old with her role as Gertie in Steven Spielberg’s “E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial” however, her early rise to stardom was accompanied by struggles with substance abuse during her youth
Read MoreHe founded and co-founded some of the entertainment industries most significant music labels and film production companies including Asylum Records, Geffen and Dreamworks
Read MoreMudhoney’s debut single, “Touch Me I’m Sick,” became a defining grunge anthem, characterized by its dirty guitar tone, sneering vocals, and raw energy
Read MoreThe Amazing Nina Simone was born on February 21, 1933, in Tryon, North Carolina. Simone released a bevy of albums like “The Amazing Nina Simone” (1959), “Nina Simone Sings Ellington!” (1962), “Wild Is the Wind” (1966) and “Silk and Soul” (1967).
Read MoreBorn on this day in 1927, Sidney Poitier became the first African American male Academy Award winner for Best Actor in 1964, receiving the honor for his performance in ‘Lilies of the Field’ 1963
Read More“Too Shy” remains the 1980’s British Pop band Kajagoogoo best-known song. It climbed to No.1 on this day in 1983
Read MoreFalco achieved international success in 1986 with “Rock Me Amadeus,” an unusual achievement for an Austrian Pop singer, he was born in Vienna on this day in 1957, we look back at his life and career.
Read MoreMolly Ringwald was born on February 18, 1968, in Roseville, California. Ringwald began acting at an early age. She has starred in 80’s classics like Sixteen Candles, The Breakfast Club, and Pretty in Pink.
Read MoreThe artist Yoko Ono is most famous for her marriage and relationship to John Lennon, but she has had a long and productive artistic career on several fields and her experimental music influenced many of the early Alternative Rock and Art Rock movement
Read MoreThe famous actor John Travolta was born on this day, February 18, 1954, in Englewood, New Jersey. On his 71st birthday, check out the Top 5 John Travolta Movies
Read MoreAlejandro Jodorowsky, the Chilean French filmmaker, artist, and spiritual guru, is a singular force in the world of cinema. He created surrealist and visually rich cinematic masterpieces such as “El Topo” and “Holy Mountain” developing a unique style while never surrendering to the mainstream. He celebrates 96 today
Read MoreWith Duran Duran, Andy Taylor reached the pinnacle of his success during the 1980’s, but the guitarist has had also a successful solo career collaborating with many other artists and with Power Station back in the 1980’s. Look back at Taylor’s life and career on the day he turns 64
Read MoreThe Simpsons are the longest-running primetime-television series and longest-running animated series in the U.S TV history and a worldwide hit
Read MoreDuring the 1970’s and 1980’s Alan Parker made several memorable movies including Mississippi Burning and Midnight Express
Read MoreConsidered by many as Bon Jovi’s signature song, “Livin’ on a Prayer”, the song reached No.1 on the Hot 100 on this day in 1987. Check some interesting facts about the song background
Read MoreShe rose to fame as one of Hollywood’s most iconic actresses of the 1950s and 1960s after she was discovered
Read MoreThe Genesis founder and former lead singer Peter Gabriel has had a very successful solo career since the 1970’s and won a big place on Pop Culture’s imagery through his creative music videos. Today he turns 75
Read MoreHenry Rollins was born on February 13, 1961, in Washington, D.C. his parents divorced when he was very young and was mainly raised by his mother. He was working at an ice cream store when he caught his first big break. At a Black Flag show in New York, he jumped on stage and sang a song with the band.
Read MoreRoxette had an impressive string of hit songs during the late 80’s and early 90’s, the Swedish duo consisting of Per Gessle and Marie Fredriksson, ruled the airwaves around the globe during that period, today, Per turns 66
Read MoreWhitney Houston was the most awarded female act of all time with 200 million records sold worldwide, one of music’s greatest voices, she passed away on this day in 2012 at age only 48. We remember her voice and music through the concert Live in Japan, 1990
Read MoreToday we celebrate the movies of Burt Reynolds on what would be his 89th birthday. Here are Reynold’s top 5 best films over his 60-year career
Read MoreCliff Burton is often regarded as one of the irreplaceable Metallica core members, the music he made with the band it’s also often regarded as being their best and most creative period, he was born on this day in 1962
Read MorePesci’s acting breakthrough came with his role in Martin Scorsese’s 1980 “Raging Bull,” where he portrayed Joey LaMotta, earning him an Academy Award nomination and won the Oscar for Best Supporting Actor with his acclaimed performances in the 1990 movie “Goodfellas”
Read MoreSince the early 1960’s she has scored 118 pop hits on the Billboard Hot 100, and her own album Tapestry remains one of the biggest best sellers of all time
Read MoreHolly Johnson became famous as the lead singer of the controversial 1980’s Pop band Frankie Goes to Hollywood. The voice of “Relax” turns 65 today
Read MoreNolte first garnered national attention with his role in the 1976 television miniseries “Rich Man, Poor Man,” and during the 1980’s became known for his lead roles in films such as the 1982 action classic “48 Hrs.”
Read MoreHis breakout role came in “Mister Roberts” in 1955, earning him his first Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor
Read MoreWith Mötley Crüe, Vince Neil established himself as one of the most influential Hard Rock vocalists from the 1980’s, today the singer turns 64
Read More“Sooner or Later” is one of the great, lost power pop 45s. Issued, according to various discographies, in June 1980, just as the Australian winter set in, it had everything a great 45 should have: a catchy hook, strong lead voice delivering simple, engaging lyrics, counterpoint vocals, polished harmonies, a tidy guitar riff and an endearing sense of joie de vivre that every band wants to emulate but which very few can manage.
Read More“Woman” proved to be one of Lennon’s most popular ones and a sample of where his career could be going during the 1980’s
Read MoreOn February 7, 1987, the song gave Aretha Franklin her first and only U.K No.1 and was the 3rd for George Michael after “Careless Whisper” and A Different Corner”
Read MoreOne of Madonna’s most popular songs, “Open Your Heart” was not originally written for the singer. Find out who rejected the song that became another No.1 hit for Madonna
Read MoreFounding Bon Jovi member, the keyboardist David Bryan also co-wrote many of the band’s songs. Watch Bon Jovi Live in Santiago do Chile 1990 to celebrate his birthday
Read MoreAxl Rose is one of the most influential Rockers of the last 40 years, we made a list of Guns N’ Roses 10 Best music videos to celebrate his 63rd Birthday
Read MoreOriginally released as “Das Model” in 1978, the English version of this Kraftwerk classic was reissued in 1981 and climbed to No.1 in 1982 on the UK charts
Read MoreBob Marley is the most influential Reggae musician of all time, a legend in his own right, his music still resonates to this day as fresh as ever. Today he’s also regarded as one of the global symbols of Peace, he was born 80 years ago
Read MoreThe British singer became popular during the late 1980’s with songs such as “Never Gonna Give You Up” produced by the famous team Stock Aitken Waterman, despite that in recent years he’s more famous for the “rickrolling,” his career has been much more than that
Read MoreDuff McKagan is mostly famous for being Guns N’ Roses bass player, but his roots remain on the Seattle Rock scene where he was born on this day in 1964
Read MoreAlice Cooper celebrates 77 years old today. Celebrate the icon’s birthday by watching “Super Duper Alice Cooper.” an essential documentary that will give you a better glimpse of the man behind Alice Cooper, the persona that almost drove Vincent Furnier to death
Read MoreIn 1968 the writer, producer, director and editor, released in his own producing company the number one Zombie movie of all time, Night of the Living Dead
Read MoreTogether with Sonic Youth, Ranaldo released many influential Alternative Rock albums ever since their beginning during the early 1980’s in the New York Underground music scene. The guitar sound of Lee Ranaldo played a key role on the band’s signature sound. Lee Ranaldo turns 69
Read MoreDuring the 1970’s the actress Farrah Fawcett became one of the most popular sex symbols in the planet, all thanks to an iconic 1976 photo that shows her in a red one-piece bathing suit and to her memorable role in Charlie’s Angels
Read MoreThe son of martial arts legend Bruce Lee, Brandon Lee tragically passed at age 28 during the filming of “The Crow,” on what is considered to be his finest performance
Read MoreSherilyn Fenn’s most memorable role remains the reckless Audrey Horne in the David Lynch’s cult TV series “Twin Peaks” but despite that famous role and her talent, she never made it into stardom
Read MoreThe daughter of the ultimate rock legend of all time, Lisa Marie Presley was in the limelight all her life, not always for the best of the reasons. From the loss of her father at age 9, to a disastrous marriage to Michael Jackson in the 90’s, the weight of the Presley name brought her bitterness at times, and ultimately ended up in tragedy
Read MoreRick James dared to crossover Funk with several different music styles during whole his career, but it was with his 1981 mega-hit “Super Freak” that he became popular. He was born on this day in 1948
Read MoreThe singer and actress Marianne Faithfull was one of the biggest and most enduring 1960’s icons. She first came to prominence in 1964 with the Jagger/Richards penned “As Tears Go By” and shortly after became Mick Jagger’s steady girlfriend for over three years and the Rolling Stones muse, until drug addiction stroke her life costing her voice, but her career remained intact as she found her unique way to successfully adapt her “new” vocals to new music after that incident, resulting in a celebrated and influential career that lasted 6 decades. Marianne Faithfull passed away at age 78 in London, England on January 30th
Read MoreHis rebellious image and fashion style led to him being asked to become the singer of the Sex Pistols by their manager, Malcolm McLaren in 1975. The band lasted less than three years but left behind a giant footprint on Rock N’ Roll history. The iconic John Lydon was born on January 31st, 1956
Read MoreChristian Bale made his big screen debut at age 13 in Spielberg’s “Empire of the Sun” and aside of his talent, is also known as taking acting methods to the extreme by exposing his body to transformations that he regards as necessary to embody the characters
Read MoreVanessa Redgrave was once proclaimed by Arthur Miller and Tennessee Williams as “the greatest living actress of our times”
Read MoreThroughout his career, Gene Hackman made film history by playing some of the most memorable roles ever in movies such as “French Connection,” “Superman: The Movie” or “Mississippi Burning”
Read MorePhil Collins first came to prominence during the 1970’s as the drummer, and later the lead singer, for Prog-Rock band Genesis, achieving a notorious and successful solo career in the 1980’s with a string of hit songs
Read More“Down Under” by Men at Work it’s one of the 1980’s greatest Pop and Rock songs that put the whole world singing to Australian slang. Read some interesting facts about this iconic song that reached No.1 in several countries around the world between 1982 and 1983
Read MoreBorn on January 29, 1960, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Gia Marie Carangi is widely considered to be the first supermodel. While paving the way for models like Elle MacPherson and Cindy Crawford to achieve superstardom, Gia’s beauty introduced her to the temptations of fame, to which she could not help but fall, victim. On November 18th, 1986, Gia Carangi passed away, her battle with AIDS proving too strong for the 26-year-old.
Read MoreHis most memorable role remains Thomas Magnum in the 1980’s hit TV series Magnum, P.I, and since then, the actor has appeared in more than 50 film and television roles
Read MoreDaniel James kicks off the 2025 celebration of 35 years since Yell! took over the UK charts with a brand-new self-penned single Promises. It’s an upbeat track that tells the story of one half of a couple who continues to make promises that they never keep, resulting in their partner deciding that they are better off standing tall and realizing they can make it on their own.
Read MoreThe provocative and eccentric Martin Degville came to prominence during the 1980’s as the lead singer and mastermind of the British Electronic/Space Pop band Sigue Sigue Sputnik. We look back at his life and career on the day he turns 64
Read MoreWham! released their debut album at age 19 and scored some of the 1980’s most memorable hits such as “Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go” and “Last Christmas”
Read MoreListen to the talented musician’s six of the most enduring and greatest Van Halen’s hits
Read MorePaul Newman rose to fame during the 1950’s as one of Hollywood’s most talented actors, that together with his good looks earned him worldwide fame
Read MoreReleased on December 16, 1985, “The Sun Always Shines On TV” was the third single taken from their debut album “Hunting High and Low” and is regarded as one of their finest songs and for some, far superior to “Take on Me”
Read MoreDuring the late 1970’s and 1980’s, Warren Zevon became one of the main influences of a new Indie artists generation including R.E.M
Read MoreNastassja Kinski came to prominence by appearing in several films during the 1970’s and 1980’s that have now gained the “cult” status
Read MoreJohn Belushi was born on January 24, 1949, the comedian and actor is best known for his “intense energy and raucous attitude” which he displayed as one of the seven original cast members of the NBC sketch comedy show Saturday Night Live.
Read MoreKlaus Nomi was a famous German singer-songwriter and actor, who was born on January 24, 1944, in Immenstadt, Bavaria, Germany. Nomi was a visionary artist with a stunning sense of humor that filled up the two studio records recorded in his lifetime with campy New Wave-inflected pop songs like “Simple Man” and “Lightnin’ Strikes”
Read MoreThanks to the role of Angus MacGyver, Richard Dean Anderson became one of the world’s most famous actors, and turning 75 today, the actor also discretely has been throughout the years an avid supporter of several charity and environmental causes
Read MorePerry joined the rock band Journey in 1977, and his unique tenor voice became the defining sound of their greatest hits including “Don’t Stop Believin’,” “Open Arms,” “Faithfully,” and “Separate Ways” turned Journey into a worldwide phenomenon
Read MoreDiane Lane was born on January 22, 1965, in New York City and is an Oscar nomination for her role as a wayward wife in 2002’s Unfaithful. Lane has since worked more box office magic with romantic fare like Under the Tuscan Sun and Nights in Rodanthe, with additional projects including Secretariat, Man of Steel
Read MoreHis Portuguese grandmother used to tell him “To be bad is good… to be good is simply boring.” and Malcolm McLaren followed those words throughout his life. He was responsible to bring Punk to England and help to spread it around the world. The creator and mastermind behind the Sex Pistols was born on this day in 1946.
Read MoreMichael Hutchence’s remains one of the most iconic and charismatic figures in Rock despite his early demise in 1997
Read MoreThe actress Linda Blair is best known for playing Regan McNeil in the groundbreaking 1973 horror “The Exorcist”
Read MoreHis most iconic role came as Theo Kojak, the tough but compassionate New York City detective in the hit television series “Kojak” known for his signature bald head, charm, and the catchphrase “Who loves ya, baby?” that set a new standard for TV detectives
Read MoreTurning 75 today, Billy Ocean had a string of Pop hits during the 1980’s including “Loverboy” and “Caribbean Queen (No More Love on the Run)” which earned Ocean the 1985 Grammy Award
Read MoreBorn on January 21, 1956, actress Geena Davis is also known for her roles in “The Fly” (1986), “Beetlejuice” (1988), “Earth Girls Are Easy” (1988), “A League of Their Own” (1992)
Read MoreTransvision Vamp scored several Pop Punk hits during the late 1980’s including “I Want your Love,” their success had much to do with the sex-appeal of singer Wendy James
Read MoreDavid Lynch was known for his surreal and enigmatic storytelling in several memorable movies that gained almost instant cult status upon their initial release such as “Eraserhead,” “Dune,” “Blue Velvet,” “Wild at Heart” and “Lost Highway” among others. He also created the iconic TV series “Twin Peaks” He was born on this day in 1946
Read MoreIn Des Moines, Iowa, Ozzy Osbourne was performing on stage, when he bit the head off a bat
Read MoreWhen The Beatles were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1988, there was still an ongoing feud among the members that most people weren’t aware of
Read MoreDuring the 1980’s Robert Palmer embraced the new MTV trend and went on to make some of the 1980’s most iconic music videos which earned him a new exposure to a younger audience including the famous one for the song “Addicted to Love”
Read MoreDolly Parton singer, songwriter, and actress was born in Tennessee, 79 years ago today. She is best known for her hits “Jolene,” “I Will Always Love You,” “Islands in the Stream” and her films “9 to 5” and “Steel Magnolias”
Read MoreA prolific actor who turned also director, Kevin Costner remains one of the most popular names in the world of entertainment, in 1991 he won two Academy Awards for one of the 1990’s most memorable films, “Dances with Wolves”
Read MoreYoung’s debut solo album, No Parlez (1983), featured hits like “Wherever I Lay My Hat” and “Come Back and Stay,” but it’s the 1985 chart-topping single “Every Time You Go Away” that remains the most memorable of his songs
Read MoreDavid Lynch was known for his surreal and enigmatic storytelling in several memorable movies that gained almost instant cult status upon their initial release such as “Eraserhead,” “Dune,” “Blue Velvet,” “Wild at Heart” and “Lost Highway” among others. He also created the iconic TV series “Twin Peaks” He passed away on January 15, 2025, at the age of 78, due to complications from emphysema.
Read MoreLook back at her career on the day she would celebrate her 103rd birthday
Read MoreSusanna Hoffs turns 62 today. She remains best-known as the lead singer and guitarist with the well-known pop group the Bangles, but Hoffs has also enjoyed an impressive career as a solo artist and a collaborator with a wide range of artists
Read MoreOver the last three decades, the Canadian actor has played an impressive number of memorable roles, not only in comedies but also dramas
Read MoreOne of the most iconic and respected actors in history and with a career spanning over seven decades, Jones was a pioneer for Black actors in Hollywood and the theater world, breaking barriers throughout his career and his contributions to the arts, from his powerful Shakespearean performances to his unforgettable voice work in Star Wars and The Lion King
Read MoreHer career took off in the early 1960s with her debut single, “Tous les garçons et les filles” which became an instant hit, selling over a million copies estabilishing Hardy as a prominent figure in the yé-yé movement and a 1960’s icon
Read MoreKnown as one of the pioneers of modern horror, Carpenter has made a significant impact on cinema with his innovative storytelling, iconic films, and memorable musical scores
Read MoreStephen King has been one of the most successful authors of the last 5 decades. In this list, it’s compiled not necessarily Stephen King’s best-selling books, but instead, the most popular ones
Read MoreKnown for her captivating performances and screen presence, Dunaway has built a successful career spanning over six decades, since her breakthrough role in 1967 with “Bonnie and Clyde,” where her portrayal of Bonnie Parker earned her an Academy Award nomination
Read MoreBest known for his role as Dr. Derek “McDreamy” Shepherd on the hit medical drama “Grey’s Anatomy,” Dempsey skyrocketed to fame during the 1980’s by appearing in iconic romantic comedies such as “Can’t Buy Me Love”
Read MoreKnown for her impeccable comedic timing and memorable roles, her career-defining role came as Elaine Benes on the iconic sitcom “Seinfeld”
Read MoreWhen Frankie Goes To Hollywood released “Relax” in 1983, they couldn’t imagine the controversy that would arise around their debut single when in 1984 BBC bans the song
Read MoreWith a career spanning for decades, Zombie has become a leading figure in both the rock music and horror film genres since he first rose to fame in the late 1980’s as the frontman of the band White Zombie
Read MoreFelipe Rose, one of Village People’s original members and also one of the most recognizable ones as the “Red Indian,” remained in the group since its beginning until 2017, having scored worldwide hits with songs such as “Y.M.C.A.” “In The Navy” and “Macho Man.” Today he turns 71
Read MoreVicki Peterson founded The Bangles together with her sister Debbi Peterson, and Susanna Hoffs and during the 1980’s enjoyed a worldwide wave of success with songs such as “Manic Monday.” Today she celebrates 67.
Read MoreThe first ever edition of Rock in Rio took place in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil on January 11th, 1985, and for 10 days a parade of Rock stars such as Queen, Iron Maiden, Ozzy Osbourne or Rod Stewart among others played for a crowd of an estimated 1.4 million people
Read MoreRod the Mod came to prominence during the 1960’s as part of the London’s explosive music scene and later as a member of The Jeff Beck Group and The Faces, but as a solo artist, he achieved an impressive number of hits, including 16 top ten singles in the US, with four reaching #1 on the Billboard Hot 100
Read MoreThe four-time Grammy Award winner, known for her powerhouse vocals and empowering rock anthems, became one of the most influential artists of the 1980s scoring worldwide hits such as “Love Is a Battlefield” and “We Belong”
Read MoreOne of Rock and music biggest legends, David Bowie left us a deeply rich and eclectic legacy. We picked some of his best records on this list
Read MoreA visionary since the very beginning of his career, David Bowie was the legit Pop and Rock chameleon, he was Ziggy Stardust, Halloween Jack, The Thin White Duke and so many others, his influence can be heard, seen and felt in every artistic expression. To celebrate his 78th anniversary we’ve put out a special feature
Read MoreDavid Bowie was during his lifetime one of the most influential musicians and songwriters, but he also was an icon for style, visual and fashion that understood from an early stage of his career the importance of both the music and visual worlds
Read MoreLoggins has had a prolific career spanning soft rock hits and iconic movie soundtracks, earning the title “King of Movie Soundtracks” with unforgettable and iconic hits like “Footloose” from the film of the same name and “Danger Zone” from Top Gun
Read MoreNicolas Cage was born into Hollywood royalty but dropped his famous family name and built one for himself, coming to prominence during the 1980’s and 1990’s playing some of the most memorable and charismatic film characters ever, using what he has named, his own “Nouveau Shamanic” acting method
Read MoreAfter starting out as a successful movie, “Fame” was adapted to TV and enjoyed the success of the 1980’s dance craze, it premiered on this day in 1982
Read MoreActress Anne Schedeen is mostly remembered for her Kate Tanner character on the 1980’s TV series “ALF”, she turns 76 today
Read MoreThe driving force behind AC/DC, Malcolm Young was one of the most influential guitar players of all time, he was born on this day in 1953. We look back briefly at his life and career
Read MoreOne of the most popular TV shows for American and Canadian children, “Schoolhouse Rock” premiered on this day in 1973
Read MoreDanny was one of the most familiar faces on TV during the 1980’s when he starred on the popular sitcom “Who’s The Boss”, today Danny turns 49
Read MoreTed Lange is best known for his role as ‘nice guy’ bartender Isaac on TV’s “The Love Boat,” the popular TV actor from the 70’s and 80’s turns 77 today
Read MoreOne of the leading musicians of the New Wave Rock music during the late 1970’s and early 1980’s as a guitar player of Blondie, Chris Stein turns 75 today
Read MoreOne of the most iconic actresses of all time, Diane Keaton starred in several hit and acclaimed movies such as “The Godfather” and “Annie Hall”. She was born on this day in 1946
Read MoreThe veteran and charismatic actor Robert Duvall turns 94 today
Read MoreLooking back at the actor’s life and brillant career filled with memorable roles
Read MoreBiopics are a great way to get injected with some general and pop culture. In this list we pick 10 of the best music related biopics, from the wildlife of Rock Star Jim Morrison to the tortured French Chanson singer Édith Piaf
Read MoreMichael Stipe was pivotal in the development of the Alternative Rock music and remains to this day a huge influence singers, songwriters and artists in general. He formed R.E.M. with guitar player Peter Buck in 1979 and the band was one of the first to successfully cross the boundaries of Indie music to the mainstream. Today Michael Stipe turns 65
Read MoreActress Victoria Principal came to prominence as Pamela Barnes on the TV show “Dallas,” her beauty and looks earned her the title of Sex Symbol during the 70’s and 80’s, today she turns 75
Read MoreGabrielle Carteris, who was already 29 when she played the role of the 15-year-old student Andrea Zuckerman on Beverly Hills, 90210, was the oldest cast member at the time to portray a teenager on the successful 1990’s TV series
Read MoreTia Carrere’s big screen breakthrough role was as Cassandra, Wayne Campbell’s girlfriend in the 1992 comedy “Wayne’s World,” what some people might not know is that as a singer and musician, her talent has been recognized with a Grammy Award
Read MoreOne of the most influential dance music singers of all time, Donna Summer was born on this day in 1948. She had an impressive successful career that included a string of hit singles during the 1970’s such as “I Feel Love” and “Hot Stuff”
Read MoreOne of the most talented actors of his generation, Val Kilmer came to prominence during the 1980’s in movies such as “Top Gun,” and solidified his career when he played the role of The Doors singer Jim Morrison in 1991
Read MoreFrom Courtney Love to Madonna to R.E.M, Patti Smith’s work has inspired and influenced artists throughout the decades, ever since the release of the 1975 album “Horses”, keeping up an exceptional artistic integrity despite the success her name achieved
Read MoreMarianne Faithfull first came to prominence in 1964 with the Jagger/Richards penned “As Tears Go By” and shortly after became Mick Jagger’s steady girlfriend for over three years until drug addiction stroke her life costing her voice
Read MoreThe actor, who’s also the father of Angelina Jolie, played several memorable roles throughout his career but his signature role and the best remembered may be that one of Joe Buck in the 1969 classic “Midnight Cowboy”
Read MoreDanson rose to prominence in the 1980s as Sam Malone, the suave bartender on the hit sitcom “Cheers” and has enjoyed ever since a successful career, now spanning decades, becoming a household name through his work in television and film
Read MoreChilton rose to fame as the lead singer of The Box Tops while still a teenager. The band’s 1967 hit, “The Letter,” reached No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 and became a timeless classic and his solo career and with Big Star, which spanned several decades has achieved iconic and cult status. He was born on this day in 1950
Read MoreFive essential movies from Denzel Washington that since the 1980’s has graced the audiences with his talent to portray complex and historical figures
Read MoreThe debut album by Leonard Cohen was released on this day in 1967, besides containing many of Cohen’s most beloved and oft-covered songs, it’s musical and lyrical perfection
Read MoreBorn on this day in 1921, Allen’s big break came in 1954 when he became the first host of “The Tonight Show” on NBC. Allen’s innovative blend of interviews, comedy sketches, and musical performances revolutionized late-night television and set the standard for generations of hosts to follow
Read MoreBorn into a family of professional tennis players, Lars Ulrich career was until 16 oriented to also be a professional Tennis player but watching Deep Purple in concert as a child changed it all
Read MorePhil Spector was born 85 years ago today and aside of the controversies and scandals that surrounds his personal life, it is undeniable the influence and contribution that the creator of the “Wall of Sound” gave to music, producing and sometimes co-writing songs for artists such as The Ronettes, Ike and Tina Turner, The Beatles, John Lennon and the Ramones among others
Read MoreIn 1976, briefly Andy Warhol Superstar Sissy Spacek, rose to worldwide fan by playing the role of bullied teenager Carrie in the Brian De Palma’s horror masterpiece “Carrie”
Read MoreThere are some songs that hit you like a bullet the first time you hear them, sweeping you away into their world and eating into your emotional core, only to be washed away with time as over-exposure, over-praise and over-familiarity dull their brilliance to the point where you could happily never hear them again.
Read MoreThe legendary Lemmy Kilmister was born on this day in 1945
Read MoreRicky Martin is one of the leading Latin music artists worldwide and was able to cross boundaries and popularize that music style regardless of the language barriers
Read MoreFiennes trained at the prestigious Royal Academy of Dramatic Art and began his career on stage. He gained international fame in 1993 with his haunting portrayal of Amon Göth, a Nazi officer, in “Schindler’s List,” a role that earned him an Academy Award nomination
Read MoreHer career began at just 14 years old when she released the song “Joe le Taxi” in 1987 and later she had a highly publicized relationship with American actor Johnny Depp with whom she shares two children
Read MoreMadonna established herself as one of the 1980’s biggest rising Pop stars when her smash hit “Like A Virgin” reached No.1 on the Hot 100 on this day in 1984
Read MoreLong before he played the role that made him one of the best well known and appreciated actors in the planet, the “Pulp Fiction” character Jules Winnfield, Samuel L. Jackson already had his career, both as a stage actor and on the big screen, in full steam. The Tarantino masterpiece only solidified it
Read MoreThe son of the acclaimed actor Donald Sutherland built a career with a name of his own over the past 40 years both on TV and the big screen, starring in popular films and shows such as “The Lost Boys,” “Stand by Me,” “Flatliners” and 24 among many others
Read MoreActress, TV celebrity, Sex Symbol and activist, Jane Fonda has been in the spotlight over the last six decades as one of the most famous women in the planet. We look back at her life and career on the day she turns 87
Read MoreMike Watt started his career as a founder and member of the Punk fusion band Minutemen, since the tragic end of the band in 1985 due to the death of singer and guitarist D.Boon, that he has led a very successful career, influencing several bands and artists from Alternative to Grunge and collaborating with names such as Sonic Youth, Dave Grohl, Eddie Vedder, Red Hot Chili Peppers and Frank Black among many others; he also toured as a member of the Stooges in 2003 . We look back at his career
Read MoreWe cannot imagine any other version of this 1980’s smash hit, “Walk Like an Egyptian,” but the famous song, who reached No.1 on this day in 1986, was initially offered to two artists before being proposed to The Bangles, find out who
Read MoreAs a member of KISS, he was known as The Catman, Peter Criss, co-founder, drummer and occasional vocalist of the band turns 79 today and we recap his career
Read MoreLimahl is mostly remembered for being part of the band Kajagoogoo and for his hit “The Neverending Story” in 1984. With a unique look that even inspired a Marvel superhero, Limahl it’s still one of the most recognizable 80’s Pop music icons. We look back at his life and career to celebrate his 66th anniversary.
Read MoreThe surprising synth-pop version of the Country music classic “Always on My Mind,” popularized by Elvis Presley, gave Pet Shop Boys a worldwide hit, they peaked to No.1 on this day in 1987
Read MoreSteven Allan Spielberg was born on December 18, 1946, in Cincinnati, Ohio.
Read MoreBrad Pitt is one of the most famous and talented contemporary actors, he has starred in several hit movies in a career that started back in the 1980’s. To celebrate his 61st birthday we picked the Top 5 Brad Pitt movies
Read MoreOne of the most successful animated TV series of all time, The Simpsons started their long run on this day in 1989, we look back at the first episode of this now cult show “Simpsons Roasting on an Open Fire,” aired on December 17th, 1989
Read MoreZZ Top became famous for their tight-knit sound, blending blues, rock, and boogie influences in songs such as “La Grange” and “Legs”
Read MoreABBA was formed in 1972, and quickly became a Swedish Pop sensation, but their international breakthrough came in 1974 when the band won the Eurovision Song Contest for Sweden with “Waterloo” and for eight years, the band scored an impressive string or chain, of No.1 hits all over the planet
Read MoreDon Johnson came to prominence during the 1980’s when he starred on the hit TV series “Miami Vice,” he had a very mediatic marriage with actress Melanie Griffith and tried a career as a Pop singer during the 1980’s
Read MoreThe 1970’s and 1980’s were a strong and fertile ground for Pop and Rock artists to do Christmas songs and turning it into memorable No.1 hits, while not all of the songs on this list are from those decades and not all made it to No.1, they all are memorable and have resisted the test of time for decades
Read MoreMusic it’s a big part of the Christmas everywhere and on this list, we celebrate the best 12 unexpected songs for the season. These are Pop Expresso’s picks for the best 12 Out of the Box songs you weren’t expecting to listen to this Christmas
Read MoreWith a career spanning decade, Buscemi, became known for his distinctive looks, quirky roles in both independent films and mainstream hits, and incredible range as an actor
Read MoreHe’ll be forever known as the famous Captain Georg von Trapp from the 1965 classic “The Sound of Music,” but Christopher Plummer, who was born on December 13, 1929, in Toronto, Canada, had a successful career that earned him numerous awards and nominations, a passion of acting that endured until the end of his life
Read MoreThese iconic horror characters have been haunting the big screens and popular culture for years, some, even may have been haunting your dreams. Can you accurately name all of them?
Read MoreOne of the most iconic entertainers of the 20th century Sinatra’s legacy endures as a symbol of timeless sophistication and talent
Read MoreHer film debut came with a small role in Sergio Leone’s epic Once Upon a Time in America, but it was her starring role in Labyrinth, opposite David Bowie, that cemented her as a young star in Hollywood
Read MoreThe song “Faith” gave George Michael his third No.1 single in the U.S Hot 100 as a solo artist and reinforced the former Wham! reputation as one of the greatest contemporary Pop and Rock songwriters. The song peaked to No.1 on the Hot 100 on this day in 1987
Read MoreReleased on 27th November 1981, the synth-pop classic “Don’t You Want Me” gave The Human League their first and only No.1 on this day in 1981
Read MoreNikki Sixx has been one of the most famous bass players in Rock for over 40 plus years, as a part of Mötley Crüe he scored several hits and lead the Hair Metal movement during the 1980’s, he was born on this day in 1958
Read MoreBranagh made a name for himself in cinema with his directorial debut, “Henry V” in 1989, which he also starred in. The film earned him Academy Award nominations for Best Actor and Best Director
Read MoreDey rose to fame in the 1970s as Laurie Partridge on the hit musical sitcom The Partridge Family, a role that made her a teen idol and won Golden Globe Award for Best Actress in the Drama Series “L.A Law” in 1988
Read MoreOsmond rose to fame as a member of the Osmond family, who achieved significant popularity in the 1960s and 1970s
Read MoreJohn Malkovich celebrates 71 today, an actor of a unique talent, that for decades has gifted us with his acting diversity, playing villains on blockbusters or historical character or even grabbing roles in obscure European films
Read MoreOn December 8th, 1980, Mark David Chapman took John Lennon’s life and stole the world from his talent. We look back at Lennon’s life and career on the anniversary of one of music’s darkest days
Read MoreJohn Lennon’s was murdered on the 8th of December 1980, 44 years ago today. On that tragic day, the photographer Annie Leibovitz met Lennon and his wife Yoko Ono at their flat in The Dakota building in New York to shoot a photo for the cover of Rolling Stone magazine. Five hours after the image was taken, Lennon was killed by Mark David Chapman.
Read MoreHowell’s acting career took off with his role as Tyler in Steven Spielberg’s “E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial” in 1982, and he gained widespread recognition for his portrayal of Ponyboy Curtis in the 1983 Francis Ford Coppola’s movie “The Outsiders”
Read MoreWith an immense and respected body of work often blends elements of blues, jazz, and vaudeville, he created a unique sound that has garnered critical acclaim and a dedicated fan base
Read MoreThe Quiet Riot founder and Ozzy Osbourne’s band first guitarist, Randy Rhoads, is regarded as defining heavy metal lead guitar. He played a key role on developing Ozzy’s solo career signature sound and has influenced countless guitar players over the years. Randy passed away in 1982 at 25 but his strong legacy lives on. We recap his life and career
Read MoreThe R.E.M. founder and guitar player Peter Buck it’s one Alternative Rock’s most popular artists. Aside of R.E.M. Buck has collaborated with numerous artists and bands, being as a musician or producer, he was pivotal in the development of the Alternative Rock music and to this day a huge influence among guitar players and songwriters. We recap his life and career
Read MoreThe influential singer and songwriter Roy Orbison left a more than thirty years legacy of absolute music classics such as “Crying,” “In Dreams,” “Oh Pretty Woman” and “You Got It.” On December 6th, 1988, Orbison passed away suddenly at the age of 52. We recap his life and career
Read MoreInspired lyrically by David Bowie’s “Space Oddity,” Europe’s “The Final Countdown” reached number one in 25 countries, including the United Kingdom on December 6th, 1986
Read MoreCheck these 12 absolute Disney classics to celebrate the 123rd birthday of the, sometimes controversial, but also important figure in the history of animation and cultural history.
Read MoreFeaturing very special guests, “Heaven Is a Place on Earth” became Belinda Carlisle’s signature song, it peaked to No.1 on the Hot 100 in 1987
Read MoreBorn on this day in 1954, the horror icon Tony Todd’s breakthrough came in 1990 when he starred as the iconic and terrifying Candyman in the film of the same name.
Read MoreBorn into a family of actors, Jeff Bridges has played some of the most famous movie roles over the last 40 plus years. Today the actor that played The Big Lebowski turns 75
Read MoreDuring the 1980’s Christmas songs made by modern Pop music artists reached a new level when on December 3rd the single “Do They Know It’s Christmas?” by Band Aid was released featuring some of the biggest Pop stars at the time such as Bono, George Michael, Duran Duran, Spandau Ballet and Boy George among many others
Read MoreWith Black Sabbath Ozzy Osbourne pioneered the Heavy Metal genre during the 1970’s, his unique and sometimes insane lifestyle along with his distinguishable vocals and mannerisms have granted him a special place in Rock history and turned the man into an icon. Today the “Prince of Darkness” Ozzy turns 76, we recap his life and career
Read MoreHe is a legend and one of the most influential Rock singers ever, but how well do you know The Prince of Darkness Ozzy Osbourne? Do the quiz now to find out
Read MoreGianni Versace was one of the fashion Industries biggest stars, the Italian fashion designer would have turned 78 years old today, we recap his life and influential career
Read MoreFrom Broadway to Hollywood the famous singer and actress Bette Midler has done it all, the awarded actress has one of the longest and most successful careers on showbiz, from stage plays to musicals to movie dramas, the iconic actress turns 79 today
Read MoreWith his TV show American Bandstand, Dick Clark introduced and promoted an impressive number of new Rock, Pop and Soul artists from the 1950’s throughout the 1980’s. He was born on this day in 1929
Read MoreBack in 1982 Michael Jackson wasn’t quite yet the biggest Pop star in the world, but with “Thriller” that would change in just a few months when on November 30th his masterpiece “Thriller” was released. We revisit “Thriller,” one of the most groundbreaking and influential Pop albums ever made
Read MoreOften referred to as the “Godfather of British Blues,” his contributions to the genre are immeasurable. Through his work with the Bluesbreakers, he helped bring blues music to a wider audience and played a crucial role in the careers of some of rock and blues’ greatest musicians
Read MoreOn November 1980 Swedish hit machine ABBA scored their ninth No.1 single in the UK with “Super Trouper”
Read MoreReleased in November 1980, “Double Fantasy” was the comeback album from John Lennon and Yoko Ono after five years away from the music industry. We revisit one of the finest albums of the 1980’s and of John Lennon’s career
Read MoreGeorge Harrison’s life was cut short, but his influence in music can still be heard today, together with John Lennon, Harrison was the most daring of the four Beatles on what concerned experimenting with music. We look back at his life and career 23 years after his passing in 2001
Read MoreR.E.M. gained a significant cult following on the indie music circuit during the 1980’s, but despite an eight-year-old career and having already released five albums it wasn’t until 1987 that they got their first big hit with “The One I Love”
Read More“(I’ve Had) The Time of My Life” by Bill Medley and Jennifer Warnes, was released in 1987 as the theme song of the “Dirty Dancing” movie soundtrack and had such a huge success worldwide that today is still one of the most frequently played songs on radio
Read MoreA voice and figure that crossed through several generations in a planetary scale was born on this day in 1939
Read MoreDavid Newell was born on November 24, 1938, in O’Hara Township, Pennsylvania, he is best known for playing the speedy delivery man Mr. McFeely. He was the friendly delivery man on Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood
Read MoreFreddie Mercury embodied the Rock N’ Roll mythical excess during his life. We look back at the different sides of his life on the day that marks the anniversary of his untimely death on November 24th, 1991
Read MoreBy 1979 Pink Floyd’s Psychedelic and experimental days seemed to have been long gone, with the release of the double album “The Wall,” which was more approachable than some of their early albums, they reached a new generation of fans and developed a new sound that earned them their only No.1 in the US
Read MoreIn 1997 the music world was shocked to find about the suicide of INXS lead singer Michael Hutchence at age only 37. The Australian rocker was found dead 27 years ago today
Read MoreSteven Van Zandt became famous as the charismatic guitarist of Bruce Springsteen’s E-Street Band, today he turns 74
Read More“Physical” became the Australian singer Olivia Newton-John only US No.1 in November 1981 but it was originally written for a very famous singer
Read More“Under Pressure” is regarded as one of the finest moments in Rock music due to the vocal power of David Bowie and Freddie Mercury together, know more about how the song came to be
Read MoreDirected by John Landis and starring Jackson and former Playboy centerfold Ola Ray, the iconic music video for “Thriller” had the length of 14 minutes and premiered on this day in 1983
Read MoreBilly Idol peaked to No. 1 on the U.S Hot 100 on November 1987 with a Tommy James song “Mony Mony,” knocking teen Pop sensation Tiffany of the top of the charts with another Tommy James song “I Think We’re Alone Now”
Read MoreWe look back briefly at the life and the brilliant career of one of the most acclaimed and awarded actresses of all time
Read MoreThe once America’s sweetheart was one of the 1990’s most popular actresses scoring lead roles in several of the decade’s blockbusters
Read MoreReleased in September 1988 as the lead single from Bon Jovi’s album “New Jersey,” “Bad Medicine” reached No.1 in the Hot 100 on November 19th, 1988
Read MoreShe rose to prominence as a fashion icon in the 1960s and served as muse to some of modern history’s most iconic figures, including Salvador Dali, David Bowie, and the Rolling Stones, but her origins remain one of Pop Culture’s most fascinating enigmas. Explore her fascinating life through over 100 photographs
Read MoreShe rose to prominence as a fashion icon in the 1960s and served as muse to some of modern history’s most iconic figures, including Salvador Dali, David Bowie, and the Rolling Stones, but her origins remain one of Pop Culture’s most fascinating enigmas
Read MoreHe joined Metallica in 1983 and is now one of the most influential guitarists in the world, today Kirk Hammett turns 62
Read MoreKim Wilde stands as one of the greatest New Wave and Pop female artists of all time. The British singer scored several Hit singles during the 1980’s including “Kids in America,” “Cambodia,” “You Came” and “You Keep Me Hangin’ On”
Read MoreThe legendary Scorsese is widely regarded as one of the most significant and influential filmmakers in cinematic history, Today, on his 82nd birthday here’s five essential movies to watch directed by him.
Read MoreIn 1985 Wham! were one of the biggest pop bands (or duos) in the world and after a discreet debut with their first album “Fantastic” released in 1982, they went on to release their best selling and worldwide success “Make It Big” that included some of the 1980’s most memorable Pop music
Read MoreHe’s still considered to this day one of Hollywood’s biggest sex symbols ever, and one of its first heartthrobs, Rock Hudson, the legendary actor whose career accidentally became a shining example of Hollywood’s classical “star system”-style career promotion and ended in tragedy
Read MoreDevito’s popularity took off during the 1970’s and reached its peak during the 1980’s when he appeared in a string of blockbusters throughout the decade
Read MoreIrish singer Feargal Sharkey, formerly of the Undertones got his first No.1 on November 16th, 1985, with the song “A Good Heart,” the song did well across Europe, but it fared less well in the US
Read MoreBorn from the ashes of the 1960’s Psychedelic Rock greats Jefferson Airplane and from Jefferson Starship, the band Starship music was opposite worlds away from its previous incarnations but despite it, they made some memorable 1980’s songs that everyone knows and still remembers
Read MoreCarlos gained international fame in 1968 with the release of “Switched-On Bach”, an album of Johann Sebastian Bach compositions performed entirely on the Moog synthesizer. The record was groundbreaking, popularizing the synthesizer in mainstream music and winning three Grammy Awards. She also composed the iconic scores for Stanley Kubrick’s “A Clockwork Orange” in 1971 and “The Shining” in 1980
Read MoreBritish band T’Pau had a strong impact on Pop music during the late 1980’s that didn’t last long enough, however they were able to produce some of the 1980’s most popular songs
Read MoreThe popular and much awarded actress and comedian Whoopi Goldberg rose to worldwide stardom in the 1985 drama “The Color Purple” and has since became one of the most popular faces in both the big screen and TV
Read MoreIn 1983, Ellefson moved to Los Angeles, where he met Dave Mustaine, and together, they formed Megadeth, one of the “Big Four” thrash metal bands, alongside Metallica, Slayer, and Anthrax
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