The Top 10 Christmas Songs of the ‘80s
From Wham to Bryan Adams to the Pretenders, we’ve picked some choice ‘80s Christmas “chestnuts.” What are yours?
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.”
Cheap Trick: Why Aren’t They One of the Biggest Bands Ever?
Cheap Trick left their mark on rock. So why aren’t they more of a “thing”?
“Blister in the Sun” Is Really About…
The Violent Femmes left a mark with “Blister In the Sun.” There’s a backstory to this catchy punk-tinged song — and we dig into it.
Top 10 Albums that Defined Being a Teen in the ‘80s (Readers’ Choice)
In honor of Michael Jackson’s birthday today, a look at some of the most generation-defining albums of the 80s (his included).