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1980 Music Trivia

Dive into the outrageous 1980 music scene—where Elvis Costello shouted, MJ moonwalked, and rock legends still rule the turntables.

EXAMPLE QUESTIONS

Which 1980 Elvis Costello and the Attractions album—its title punctuated with two exclamation points—marked his shift into soul-infused rock?

Get Happy!!

Which Stevie Wonder album released in 1980 featured reggae-infused “Master Blaster (Jammin’)” and the MLK Jr. tribute “Happy Birthday”?

Hotter Than July

Which 1980 AC/DC album, their first with singer Brian Johnson, has been certified 25× Platinum and ranks among the top four best-selling albums in U.S. history?

Back in Black

Which hit single from Michael Jackson's Thriller album features him dancing on illuminated sidewalk tiles in its music video?

Billie Jean

Which American new wave band scored major hits with “Heart of Glass” and “Call Me”?

Blondie