Tag 1980s

1980s Cult Movies Worth Another Look (Or Three)

Wire hangers, boom boxes and the Alamo all loom large in this list of guilty-pleasure 80s movies. Indulge!

Ellen Fagan
April 11, 2019
6 mins
8

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Joni Mitchell’s Weird and Wonderful ‘80s Music

A new album and documentary celebrates Joni Mitchell at 75. We take a look at one of the more interesting musical chapters of her career, one that included Billy Idol, Peter Gabriel, Thomas Dolby and more.

Nick Nadel
March 11, 2019
4 mins
2

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“Squeezing” New Life Into Their New Wave Classics

Squeeze has been long overdue for a "tribute" set. This 4-disc set takes on the songs of Difford and Tilbrook in fresh, unexpected ways.

Colm Clark
March 8, 2019
5 mins
1

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Pat Benatar’s “In the Heat of the Night”: 40 Years Rockin’

This year marks 40 years since Pat Benatar made her debut on the world stage. If you're looking to understand Benatar's artistry, and her contribution to music in proper context, In the Heat of the Night is still your best shot.