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Top 10 Albums that Defined Being a Teen in the ‘80s (Readers’ Choice)
In honor of Michael Jackson's new movie, a look at some of the most generation-defining albums of the 80s (his included).
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The Waitresses’ “Christmas Wrapping” – A Perfect Holiday Non-Anthem
For a lot of us, it's not the holidays until we hear "Christmas Wrapping" by The Waitresses. Here's the backstory on the song -- with a bonus "gift" courtesy of Chris Butler, founder of the band.
Who’s That Girl? Annie Lennox’s Top 10 Songs
From Eurythmics to amazing solo projects, Annie continually surprises. Our Top 10 list showcases some of her very best.
The One-Hit Wonder File: “Break My Stride”
This infectious 80s hit is a paean to both independence and never giving up. Here's the backstory on "Break My Stride."
The Romantics: The 80s in Two Songs
The Romantics gave the 80s a couple of memorable hits. But their story -- and their music -- is a whole lot more than what we saw on MTV.