80s music scene

Exploring the World of ‘80s Glam Metal and Hair Bands

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In the 1980s, the music scene witnessed the rise of an extravagant and flamboyant genre: glam metal, also known as hair metal. Characterized by its over-the-top fashion, heavy use of makeup, and theatrical performances, glam metal was a cultural phenomenon more than a musical style. Bands in this genre combined the hard-hitting … Read more

Guide to ‘80s Music

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Music in the 1980s was all about image. When MTV became popular, the images that go together with the artists became more important than ever. When it came to music during the 1980s, nothing was modest, not the sound and not the fashion. The decade reflected the beginning of an era of … Read more