These days MTV and CMT might be going down in flames, but nobody can kill the dream of music videos. Why? They’re the best starmaking machinery the pop world has ever invented, the ultimate expression ...

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Last Updated on November 17, 2025 by Dana Aliaga The 1970s and ’80s were two unstoppable decades of excess, disco-fueled nights, neon lights, rock-star meltdowns, and Hollywood ...

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Discover the fascinating journey of A-ha and their iconic hit 'Take On Me', exploring the band's origins, the song's creation, and its lasting impact on pop culture.

OSLO - Norway is a land of dramatic fjords, the midnight sun and the world’s finest goat cheese. It has never been known for its music. But 40 years ago, it produced a singular global pop hit whose ...