The 80s Weekly - Issue 21

Return to Bushwood, Rock Hall Noms, and Book Giveaway!

Jason Gross
February 05, 2023

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Gnarly News

Check out the extended version of the new Michelob Ultra ad for the Superbowl featuring a return to Bushwood Country Club from Caddyshack!

Michael Jackson biopic finds its star in the pop icon's nephew

Jaafar Jackson, the 26-year-old son of Jermaine Jackson, will play Michael in the upcoming project from Emancipation director Antoine Fuqua

Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Reveals 2023 Nominees

The nominees for the Rock & Roll Hall of fame class of 2023 have been announced.

A Classic 80s Horror Movie Is Getting A Reboot

It's been revealed that the classic 1980s horror film House is currently being rebooted with original producer Sean Cunningham attached.

Two 1980s Romantic Comedies Heading to Blu-ray Disc in March - Media Play News

Kino Lorber March 7 will release on Blu-ray Disc two classic romantic comedies from the 1980s, Secret Admirer and Making Mr. Right.  Both films carry suggested retail prices (SRP) of … Continue reading "Two 1980s Romantic Comedies Heading to Blu-ray Disc in March"

NBC gives an early second season renewal to the Night Court revival

The series has been granted a renewal after airing only four episodes, to strong ratings

The Psychedelic Furs to hit the road again this spring with 13-date U.S. tour

The Psychedelic Furs are heading back out on the road again this spring, announcing today a 13-date U.S. tour that the band says is the "first leg" of its 2023 touring plans.

Why Harrison Ford Wanted to Return to ‘Indiana Jones’ One Last Time

Welcome to this week’s “Just for Variety.” It’s not every day that an action movie stars an 80-year- old. But leave it to octogenarian Harrison Ford to return as Indiana Jones in …

Rediscover '80s Pop Culture

10 episodes that highlight The Wonder Years' uncommon empathy

As the ABC series turns 35, let's shortlist the coming-of-age show's essential episodes.

Whitney Houston & Apollonia Kotero, 1986

Whitney Houston and Apollonia Kotero attending the 13th Annual American Music Awards at the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles on January 27, ...

When 'Fraggle Rock' Spread Peace Throughout the Soviet Union

In 1989, Jim Henson's 'Fraggle Rock' became the first American television series to air in what was then still the Soviet Union.

Mugshot of a Young Axl Rose in July 1980

An 18-year-old Axl Rose posed for the Lafayette, Indiana police mug shot in July 1980. This was one of the first of many misdemeanor bust fo...

Dokken / The Elektra Years a wonderful tribute to their role in ’80s rock |

Dokken - The Elektra Albums 1983-1987 (BMG). Their contribution to the memorable period in rock music of the '80s should never be overlooked. A fitting tribute.

Slam Dunk ’88: The Story Behind Michael Jordan’s Iconic Free-Throw Dunk Photo

It’s one of the most famous photos in basketball: an iconic shot of Chicago Bulls’ superstar Michael Jordan appearing to defy gravity during...

Listen Up!

One of my favorite retrowave artists just released a new album this week. Bart Graft A Sign of Life is now available on Bandcamp (name your price!) and here is one of my favorite tracks on the new album called "A Space Between".

GIVEAWAY ZONE

Congrats to James H. from Baltimore, MD for winning the Tiny Toy Giveaway inside Issue #20! For this issue, enter to win a copy of the novel Tommy and the Order of Cosmic Champions! I personal recommend the book and thoroughly enjoyed the audiobook presentation. You can find it on Amazon and all the places you download eBooks. The audiobook is also available for free with your Audible subscription. Click below for your chance to win!