Top Artists and Bands of the 80s

Michael Jackson with President Reagan

The 1980s were a defining era in the music industry, characterized by groundbreaking developments in sound, style, and cultural influence. This decade witnessed the emergence of diverse genres, from the electrifying beats of pop and rock to the revolutionary sounds of hip-hop and electronic music. Central to this vibrant musical landscape were … Read more

Tears for Fears

Tears for Fears

Formed by British musicians Roland Orzabal and Curt Smith in 1981, Tears for Fears was founded after Smith’s and Orzabal’s first band, Graduate, disbanded. In the early 1980’s, Tears for Fears was known for being one of the new wave synthesizer bands but later they changed their genre into mainstream rock and … Read more