Aimee Mann, the 64-year-old singer from ’Til Tuesday, captivated fans with her timeless looks and vocals during the band’s reunion after 40 years at the Cruel World Festival, evoking nostalgia and admiration for her enduring talent and youthful appearance.
This article highlights the best songs from the 1980s, covering a wide range of genres including hip-hop, synth-pop, indie rock, metal, Chicago house, Miami freestyle, ska, goth, reggae, and acid house. The list features iconic artists like Prince, Madonna, Michael Jackson, Bruce Springsteen, and Janet Jackson, as well as one-hit wonders and new rebel voices. Each song represents the unique and vibrant music scene of the 80s, making it a nostalgic journey through the decade's greatest hits.
Cyndi Lauper's debut solo single "Girls Just Want to Have Fun" was failing until her manager came up with the idea to partner with wrestling legend Captain Lou Albano to promote her music via the World Wrestling Federation. The song became a hit, and Lauper's career took off with her Grammy-winning album "She's So Unusual." Lauper's new documentary "Let the Canary Sing" premiered at the Tribeca Festival, chronicling her rise to fame and the inspiration behind her signature song.
Rick Springfield has announced his "I Want My '80s" summer tour, which will run from August 4 to September 16 and feature guest performers such as The Hooters, Paul Young, Tommy Tutone, John Waite, and The Tubes. Tickets will be available starting May 5.