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Happy Birthday MTV!

melissa — Tue, 02 Aug 2011 20:11:00 +0000

MTV turns 30 today and what can we say… is it even about music videos anymore? All they have really is reality-based programming now. Take a look at Gawker’s take on MTV’s evolution.

‘Thriller’ Jacket Sells for $1.8 Million

melissa — Tue, 28 Jun 2011 19:12:29 +0000

Michael Jackson is apparently not only the King of Pop, but also the King of Auctions too. The famous red and black leather jacket from the “Thriller” video brought in a whopping $1.8 million. Now that’s zombie-like!

Sony’s Current Storm + Random 80s Hair Band = ?

melissa — Tue, 17 May 2011 17:35:28 +0000

Poor Sony… You’ve been all over the news lately and not in a good way. Well, what do you expect? A hacker attacks your PlayStation Network and gains access to over a 100 million users information. Eeek! PR Daily thinks that you should take the advice of Nelson, an 80s rock group, that coined the phrase “After the Rain.” Nelson’s #1 hit song was great publicity for them and great advice for Sony. Weather the storm…

Take Me Home Tonight – Boombox Obsession

melissa — Thu, 04 Nov 2010 03:04:23 +0000

Hey 80s lovers! Sorry, we’ve been MIA. Tons of stuff going on over here. I saw this article, and I just had to post it. What better way to get back on track then with an 80s obsession. Owerko explains in a NY Times article why and how he started his collection of boomboxes. His interest grew into a book, “The Boombox Project: The Machines, the Music, and the Urban Underground,” published last month by Abrams Image. “It features his lovingly detailed close-up photographs of vintage portable stereos, as well as commentary by Spike Lee, L L Cool J and members of the Beastie Boys and the Fugees about the role the devices played in New York’s street culture from the late 1970s to the mid-’80s.”

The 80s of Today: Welcome to the Land of Leotards, Legwarmers, and Headbands

melissa — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 02:03:13 +0000

If you wanna see the hottest trends from the 80s, feel like you are burning a sweat, and listen to a great 2004 hit then look no further… Eric Prydz’s ‘Call On Me.’ Clad in the scantiest of workout attire, hot women and one random but very lucky hot man thrust to the beat. Enjoy!

80s Were the Best, Nap Time and All

melissa — Mon, 30 Aug 2010 19:44:31 +0000

This proves that all good things came from the 80s. Sleep scientist David Dinges helped found the modern science of napping in the early ’80s at the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine. “Short periods of sleep have been shown to improve alertness, memory, motor skills, decision making, and mood. All while cutting down on stress, carelessness, and even heart disease.” Bottomline? Get your ZZZZZs. Check out Business Week’s latest article on sleep and productivity.

Happy Birthday Goonies, 1980s Classic Turns 25

melissa — Mon, 07 Jun 2010 16:47:46 +0000

Who didn’t want to be apart of The Goonies crew?! These kids set out on an exciting treasure hunt to find a missing pirate ship all the while trying to escape from the Fratelli brothers. And who couldn’t forget about Sloth? The poor mutant brother of the Fratellis that they kept locked in a dungeon of a basement when all he wanted was a friend and a Baby Ruth! Who was your favorite Goonies???

Whatchutalkinbout… Coleman, Hopper, annnnd McClanahan?

melissa — Fri, 04 Jun 2010 14:44:25 +0000

Most will remember him as Arnold Jackson on “Diff’rent Strokes” in the late 1970s and early 1980s, but others may recall Gary Coleman’s life after the show which included years of financial, legal, and health troubles. Coleman died last week at the age of 42 from a brain hemorrhage. Easy Rider Dennis Hopper also passed last week at the age of 74 from prostate cancer. He earned an Oscar nomination in 1986 for his role in “Hoosiers,” in which he played an alcoholic basketball team manager. That same year, he received critical acclaim for his performance in David Lynch’s “Blue Velvet.” Rue McClanahan, Golden Girl herself, died yesterday at 76 from a brain hemorrhage. Golden Girls seized the #1 rating its first night, in 1985, stayed in the top 10 for 6 seasons and captured ton of Emmys. It’s a sad month in Hollywood that’s for sure. RIP…

Gary Coleman

Dennis Hopper

Rue McClanahan

I Pitty the Fooool, Mr. T Raps for All 80s Mothers, Everywhere

melissa — Wed, 02 Jun 2010 14:04:39 +0000

Courtesy of Geek O System

Wow, I forgot how universally talented Mr. T was. He’s an actor, rapper, philosopher, and all around advisor to the youth. This made me laugh…enjoy!

Get Outta My Dreams, Get Into My Car

melissa — Mon, 19 Apr 2010 13:26:56 +0000

Remember the cars of the 80s? No?! Great, that’s where we come in. Always aiming to bring you the best of the 1980s, we’ll take you back. Follow us…oh and… ummmm… buckle up!

Top 10: Iconic 80s Cars

Sooo, what’s your favorite ride from the 80s? The Ferrari would do me just fine.