I have fallen a week behind. Please bare with me as I catch up. Last week was quite dull anyways. No change at the top and no change to the top 5 other than Billy and Spandau Ballet switching spots.
Thirty Years Ago, January 1st, 1980, the weekly 1050 Chum top 30 chart is clogged with pop rock tunes with the one-off new wave tune making it in by mistake. It's just under 2 years from new wave/pop hits pushing out the classic rock from the charts. The city is Toronto. There is no internet. Computers are called Pets. The concept of an import record is rare. Vinyl and Cassette tapes are the medium. Radio dominates what we listen too. For us, illegal downloading is taping songs off the radio onto maxell cassette tapes. I'm nine years old and haven't even discovered what music is. It won't be until about 1981 that a punk rock chick named Joan Jett belts out I Love Rock and Roll on a friends portable cassette player as we play ball hockey on the street. This will be the beginning of me being sucked into pop music culture and discovering the historic 1050 Chum chart. Which then led to trips to Sam the Record Man, A&As, and Music World to track down the latest 7 Inch record or the full length cassette tape. The chart has been around for years but for me this is about the eighties. Follow along as we see the likes of the Thompson Twins, Frankie Goes To Hollywood, Culture Club, Naked Eyes, OMD, Men At Work, Howard Jones, Michael Jackson, Men Without Hats, Duran Duran, Wham, Split Enz and Madonna dominate the charts. This is the 80s.
Tuesday, December 17, 2013
Monday, December 16, 2013
Genesis - That's All December 10, 1983 Entry 3/3
Three of three songs to enter the 1050 Chum Charts on Saturday December 10, 1983 at number 27. Genesis with That's All. Taken from the album Genesis.
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NTdU9m3nhu8
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NTdU9m3nhu8
Sunday, December 15, 2013
Elton John - I Guess That's Why They Call It The Blues December 10, 1983 Entry 2/3
Two of three songs to enter the 1050 Chum Charts on Saturday December 10, 1983 at number 28. Elton John with I Guess That's Why They Call It The Blues. Taken from the album Too Low For Zero.
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h6KYAVn8ons
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h6KYAVn8ons
Sunday, December 8, 2013
Juluka - Scatterlings Of Africa December 10, 1983 Entry 1/3
One of three songs to enter the 1050 Chum Charts on Saturday December 10, 1983 at number 30. Juluka with Scatterlings Of Africa. Taken from the album Scatterlings. Interesting that this album came out in 1982 and the single hits the charts a year later.
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gpu6dYfZWpY
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gpu6dYfZWpY
Thursday, December 5, 2013
1050 Chum Chart Saturday December 3, 1983 Thirty Years Later
Lionel Richie takes a third week at the top. Paul McCartney and Michael Jackson move into the top 5 after six weeks on the chart. Talking Heads aren't able to crack the top 2 with their epic track Burning Down The House. and it falls to the 6th spot. Big Country stays locked in the 5th spot.
Wednesday, December 4, 2013
Olivia Newton-John - Twist Of Fate Saturday December 3, 1983 Entry 2/2
Two of two songs to enter the 1050 Chum Charts on Saturday December 3, 1983 at number 27. Olivia Newton-John Twist Of Fate. Taken from the soundtrack Two of a Kind.
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_2hawbp5XT4
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_2hawbp5XT4
Tuesday, December 3, 2013
Spandau Ballet - Gold December 3, 1983 Entry 1/2
One of two songs to enter the 1050 Chum Charts on Saturday December 3, 1983 at number 29. Spandau Ballet with Gold. Taken from the album True.
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ntG50eXbBtc
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ntG50eXbBtc
Tuesday, November 26, 2013
1050 Chum Chart Saturday November 26, 1983 Thirty Years Later
Another week for Lionel Richie at the top of the chart. Talking Heads can't push forward past Spandau Ballet. Billy Joel and Big Country crash into the top 5 though. David Bowie and the Fixx start their decent off the chart. The Fixx especially who get booted from number 5 to 14.
The Police - Synchronicity II November 26, 1983 Entry 2/2
Two of two songs to enter the 1050 Chum Charts on Saturday November 26, 1983 at number 29. The Police with Synchronicity II. Taken from the album Synchronicity.
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=buadfz2qcbY
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=buadfz2qcbY
Monday, November 25, 2013
Peter Schilling - Major Tom (Coming Home) November 26, 1983 Entry 1/2
One of two songs to enter the 1050 Chum Charts on Saturday November 26, 1983 at number 30. Peter Schilling with Major Tom (Coming Home). Taken from the album Error In The System.
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nhVPfg07q6A
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nhVPfg07q6A
Tuesday, November 19, 2013
1050 Chum Chart Saturday November 19, 1983 Thirty Years Later
Lionel Richie knocks Spandau Ballet out of the number one spot. No new entries into the top 5 this week. Burning Down The House will try to knock Lionel out next week but I have a feeling Lionel won't let that happen.
Monday, November 18, 2013
Rolling Stones - Undercover Of The Night November 19, 1983 Entry 4/4
Fourth of four songs to enter the 1050 Chum Charts on Saturday November 19, 1983 at number 25. Rolling Stones with Undercover Of The Night. Taken from the album Undercover.
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DVJkfXeTs9Q
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DVJkfXeTs9Q
Yes - Owner Of A Lonely Heart November 19, 1983 Entry 3/4
Third of four songs to enter the 1050 Chum Charts on Saturday November 19, 1983 at number 28. Yes with Owner Of A Lonely Heart. Taken from the album 90125.
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2vV_L7OQtU0
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2vV_L7OQtU0
Sunday, November 17, 2013
The Stray Cats - I Won't Stand In Your Way November 19, 1983 Entry 2/4
Second of four songs to enter the 1050 Chum Charts on Saturday November 19, 1983 at number 29. The Stray Cats with I Won't Stand In Your Way. Taken from the album Rant N' Rave With The Stray Cats.
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xS3YZcietNU
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xS3YZcietNU
Irene Cara - Why Me November 19, 1983 Entry 1/4
One of four songs to enter the 1050 Chum Charts on Saturday November 19, 1983 at number 30. Irene Cara with Why Me. Taken from the album What A Feelin'.
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lXUasG027hY
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lXUasG027hY
Tuesday, November 12, 2013
1050 Chum Chart Saturday November 12, 1983 Thirty Years Later
Wow....fourth week for Spandau Ballet at the top of the charts. The Police can't topple the Truesters. I have a feeling that Lionel Richie will soon knock them out as All Night Long lands in the second spot this week. Only other change in the top 5 is the Talking Heads climbing into the top 5 with Burning Down The House.
Monday, November 11, 2013
Huey Lewis And The News - Heart And Soul November 12, 1983 Entry 2/2
Two of two songs to enter the 1050 Chum Charts on Saturday November 12, 1983 at number 29. Huey Lewis with Heart And Soul. Taken from the album Sports.
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8TdaXhpjHws
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8TdaXhpjHws
Sunday, November 10, 2013
Pat Benatar - Love Is A Battlefield November 12, 1983 Entry 1/2
One of two songs to enter the 1050 Chum Charts on Saturday November 12, 1983 at number 30. Pat Benatar with Love Is A Battlefield. Taken from the album Live from Earth.
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IGVZOLV9SPo
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IGVZOLV9SPo
Tuesday, November 5, 2013
1050 Chum Chart Saturday November 5, 1983 Thirty Years Later
Spandau Ballet holds onto the top spot for a third week in a row denying the Police a second number 1 hit from their album Synchronicity. The chart remains pretty static this week with only David Bowie entering the top 5 with his single Modern Love. The Parachute Club drop out of the top 5 and start their decent down the chart.
Monday, November 4, 2013
Duran Duran - Union Of The Snake November 5, 1983 Entry 4/4
Fourth of four songs to enter the 1050 Chum Charts on Saturday November 5, 1983 at number 27. Duran Duran with Union Of The Snake. Taken from the album Seven And The Ragged Tiger.
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n6p5Q6_JBes
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n6p5Q6_JBes
Hall And Oates - Say It Isn't So November 5, 1983 Entry 3/4
Third of four songs to enter the 1050 Chum Charts on Saturday November 5, 1983 at number 28. Hall And Oates with Say It Isn't So. Taken from the Compilation Rock 'N Soul Part 1.
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N6tvXq6-Eak
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N6tvXq6-Eak
Sunday, November 3, 2013
Spoons - Old Emotions November 5, 1983 Entry 2/4
Second of four songs to enter the 1050 Chum Charts on Saturday November 5, 1983 at number 29. Spoons with Old Emotions. Taken from the album Talk Back.
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o68K3xsL56k
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o68K3xsL56k
Saturday, November 2, 2013
Quiet Riot - Cum On Feel The Noize November 5, 1983 Entry 1/4
One of four songs to enter the 1050 Chum Charts on Saturday November 5, 1983 at number 30. Quiet Riot with Cum On Feel The Noize. Taken from the album Metal Health.
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i2A6ItHeFus
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i2A6ItHeFus
Tuesday, October 29, 2013
1050 Chum Chart Saturday October 29th, 1983 Thirty Years Later
Spandau Ballet holds onto the number 1 spot for a second week. Lionel Richie jumps into the top 5 with All Night Long. Eurythmics bow out and end up at number 10. The Fixx climb to number 3. The question remains whether The Police will get a chance at the top of the chart with their single King Of Pain.
Monday, October 28, 2013
Culture Club - Church Of The Poison Mind October 29, 1983 Entry 2/2
Second of two songs to enter the 1050 Chum Charts on Saturday October 29, 1983 at number 29. Culture Club with Church Of The Poison Mind. Taken from the album Colour By Numbers.
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HVzAH0FtNwg
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HVzAH0FtNwg
Sunday, October 27, 2013
Michael Jackson - P.Y.T. (Pretty Young Thing) October 29, 1983 Entry 1/2
One of two songs to enter the 1050 Chum Charts on Saturday October 29, 1983 at number 30. Michael Jackson with P.Y.T. (Pretty Young Thing). Taken from the album Thriller.
Michael Jackson's Estate will not allow this song to be posted through Youtube so unfortunately this is not available for sharing
Michael Jackson's Estate will not allow this song to be posted through Youtube so unfortunately this is not available for sharing
Tuesday, October 22, 2013
1050 Chum Chart Saturday October 22nd, 1983 Thirty Years Later
Only 2 weeks for the Eurythmics at the top of the chart but it isn't the Police that knock out Annie and David. Brits Spandau Ballet take over the top spot ater being on the chart for only 6 weeks.
The Fixx enter into the top 5 also. Billy Joel falls out of the top 5 to number 10 with Tell Her All About It. Parachute Club Rise Up to number 4 after a mighty 12 weeks on the charts. Not sure they will go any higher. Let's find out next week.
The Fixx enter into the top 5 also. Billy Joel falls out of the top 5 to number 10 with Tell Her All About It. Parachute Club Rise Up to number 4 after a mighty 12 weeks on the charts. Not sure they will go any higher. Let's find out next week.
Monday, October 21, 2013
Paul McCartney and Michael Jackson - Say Say Say October 22, 1983 Entry 4/4
Fourth of four songs to enter the 1050 Chum Charts on Saturday October 22, 1983 at number 27. Paul McCartney and Michael Jackson with Say Say Say. Taken from the album Pipes Of Peace.
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EMuZnhLfPuM
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EMuZnhLfPuM
Elvis Costello & The Attractions - Everyday I Write the Book October 22, 1983 Entry 3/4
Third of four songs to enter the 1050 Chum Charts on Saturday October 22, 1983 at number 28. Elvis Costello & The Attractions with Everyday I Write the Book . Taken from the album Punch The Clock.
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jfFunjzyIsE
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jfFunjzyIsE
Sunday, October 20, 2013
Tears For Fears - Pale Shelter (You Don't Give Me Love) October 22, 1983 Entry 2/4
Second of four songs to enter the 1050 Chum Charts on Saturday October 22, 1983 at number 29. Tears For Fears with Pale Shelter (You Don't Give Me Love). Taken from the album The Hurting.
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KTn4o2Z-vZU
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KTn4o2Z-vZU
Toronto - All I Need October 22, 1983 Entry 1/4
One of four songs to enter the 1050 Chum Charts on Saturday October 22, 1983 at number 30. Toronto with All I Need. Taken from the album Girls Night Out.
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YXd1tuQxLVs
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YXd1tuQxLVs
Tuesday, October 15, 2013
1050 Chum Chart Saturday October 15th, 1983 Thirty Years Later
Eurythmics hold the top spot for a second week in a row with Sweet Dreams. Both Spandau Ballet and Parachute Club crash into the top 5. Billy Joel and The Police switch spots with the Police looking to knock out Annie and David next week. Both Michael's fall out of the top 5.
Monday, October 14, 2013
Robert Plant - Big Log October 15, 1983 Entry 3/3
Third of three songs to enter the 1050 Chum Charts on Saturday October 15, 1983 at number 28. Robert Plant with Big Log. Taken from the album The Principle Of Moments.
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XZQL22xOmUM
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XZQL22xOmUM
Paul Young - Wherever I Lay My Hat (That's My Home) October 15, 1983 Entry 2/3
Second of three songs to enter the 1050 Chum Charts on Saturday October 15, 1983 at number 29. Paul Young with Wherever I Lay My Hat (That's My Home). Taken from the album No Parlez.
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ju_a2-Pve4g
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ju_a2-Pve4g
Sunday, October 13, 2013
John Cougar Mellancamp - Crumblin Down October 15, 1983 Entry 1/3
One of three songs to enter the 1050 Chum Charts on Saturday October 15, 1983 at number 30. John Cougar Mellancamp with Crumblin Down. Taken from the album Uh-Huh.
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PErUiAyVoGc
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PErUiAyVoGc
Tuesday, October 8, 2013
1050 Chum Chart Saturday October 8th, 1983 Thirty Years Later
Annie and David finally knock Michael Sembello out of the top spot all the way down to number 5. Billy Joel climbs into second spot with Tell Her About It. Interesting that his next single Uptown Girl enters the chart this week before the current singles descent. I have a feeling that Tell Her About It won't hit the top spot next week. Michael Jackson remains at number 3 and The Police climb to number 4 with King Of Pain
Monday, October 7, 2013
Billy Joel - Uptown Girl October 8, 1983 Entry 2/2
Second of two songs to enter the 1050 Chum Charts on Saturday October 8, 1983 at number 29. Billy Joel with Uptown Girl. Taken from the album An Innocent Man.
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hCuMWrfXG4E
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hCuMWrfXG4E
Sunday, October 6, 2013
Men At Work - Dr. Heckyll & Mr. Jive October 8, 1983 Entry 1/2
One of two songs to enter the 1050 Chum Charts on Saturday October 8, 1983 at number 30. Men At Work with Dr. Heckyll & Mr. Jive. Taken from the album Cargo.
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eZkOn0-yt9E
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eZkOn0-yt9E
Saturday, October 5, 2013
1050 Chum Chart Saturday October 1st, 1983 Thirty Years Later
Alittle late this week with posting the chart. 5th week for Maniac at the top spot. Liked the song but never realized it was potentially that popular. Eurythmics stall at the second spot. Michael's Human Nature hits number 3 and the Police with King Of Pain lands at number 5. Asia and ELO get tossed from the top 5. See you next week
Friday, October 4, 2013
The Motels - Suddenly Last Summer October 1, 1983 Entry 2/2
Second of two songs to enter the 1050 Chum Charts on Saturday October 1, 1983 at number 29. The Motels with Suddenly Last Summer. Taken from the album Little Robbers.
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b9Ox-lGm-wA
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b9Ox-lGm-wA
Thursday, October 3, 2013
Loverboy - Queen Of The Broken Hearts October 1, 1983 Entry 1/2
One of two songs to enter the 1050 Chum Charts on Saturday October 1, 1983 at number 30. Loverboy with Queen Of The Broken Hearts. Taken from the album Keep It Up.
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hWSLgpQGw3I
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hWSLgpQGw3I
Tuesday, September 24, 2013
1050 Chum Chart Saturday September 24, 1983 Thirty Years Later
Michael Sembello holds off the Eurythmics and keeps the number 1 spot for a 4th week. Wow. Alittle bit of a surprise. The top 5 doesn't change much this week with Billy Joel moving into the 5th spot with Tell Her About It and bumps Bonnie Tyler down the chart. Will Eurythmics take the number one spot next week?
Monday, September 23, 2013
Talking Heads - Burning Down The House Saturday September 24, 1983 Entry 3/3
Third of three songs to enter the 1050 Chum Charts on Saturday September 24, 1983 at number 28. Talking Heads with Burning Down The House. Taken from the album Speaking In Tongues. Hold Tight!!!
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g8D4AsLzlM0
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g8D4AsLzlM0
Lionel Richie - All Night Long September 24, 1983 Entry 2/3
Second of three songs to enter the 1050 Chum Charts on Saturday September 24, 1983 at number 29. Lionel Richie with All Night Long. Taken from the album Can't Slow Down. Party, Karamu, Fiesta, Forever
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nqAvFx3NxUM
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nqAvFx3NxUM
Sunday, September 22, 2013
Big Country - In A Big Country Saturday September 24, 1983 Entry 1/3
One of three songs to enter the 1050 Chum Charts on Saturday September 24, 1983 at number 30. Big Country with In A Big Country. Taken from the album The Crossing. Shock!
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=poPts_aUyJc
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=poPts_aUyJc
Tuesday, September 17, 2013
1050 Chum Chart Saturday September 17, 1983 Thirty Years Later
Top 5 doesn't change this week. Michael Sembello holds onto the top spot for at least one more week and everyone else shifts up one. Bonnie Tyler starts her descent from the top of the charts and lands in at number 5.
Monday, September 16, 2013
David Bowie - Modern Love Saturday September 17, 1983 Entry 3/3
Third of three songs to enter the 1050 Chum Charts on Saturday September 17, 1983 at number 28. David Bowie with Modern Love. Taken from the album Let's Dance. Never wave bye bye.
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1hDbpF4Mvkw
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1hDbpF4Mvkw
The Kinks - Don't Forget To Dance September 17, 1983 Entry 2/3
Second of three songs to enter the 1050 Chum Charts on Saturday September 17, 1983 at number 29. The Kinks - Don't Forget To Dance. Taken from the album State Of Confusion.
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ucI59W4vWN0
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ucI59W4vWN0
Sunday, September 15, 2013
Tic Toc - Twenty Questions Saturday September 17, 1983 Entry 1/3
One of three songs to enter the 1050 Chum Charts on Saturday September 17, 1983 at number 30. Tic Toc with Twenty Questions. Taken from the album Where The Picnic Was.
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ET68tvKOkuU
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ET68tvKOkuU
Tuesday, September 10, 2013
1050 Chum Chart Saturday September 10, 1983 Thirty Years Later
Michael Sembello holds onto the top spot for a second week with Maniac. Eurythmics rush into the top 5 landing at number 3. ELO go to number 5 with Rock N Roll King. Will Michael hold onto top spot next week? Bowie and the Kinks start their descent off the chart. I have a feeling we will see them again soon though.
Monday, September 9, 2013
The Fixx - One Thing Leads To Another Saturday September 10, 1983 Entry 3/3
Third of three songs to enter the 1050 Chum Charts on Saturday September 10, 1983 at number 28. The Fixx with One Thing Leads To Another. Taken from the album Reach The Beach. New Wave!!!
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JHYIGy1dyd8
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JHYIGy1dyd8
Sunday, September 8, 2013
Spandau Ballet - True September 10, 1983 Entry 2/3
Second of three songs to enter the 1050 Chum Charts on Saturday September 10, 1983 at number 29. Spandau Ballet with True. Taken from the album True.
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AR8D2yqgQ1U
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AR8D2yqgQ1U
Rod Stewart - What Am I Gonna Do (I'm So In Love With You) Saturday September 10, 1983 Entry 1/3
One of three songs to enter the 1050 Chum Charts on Saturday September 10, 1983 at number 30. Rod Stewart with What Am I Gonna Do (I'm So In Love With You). Taken from the album Body Wishes.
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JqUJ9rfp4iI
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JqUJ9rfp4iI
Tuesday, September 3, 2013
1050 Chum Chart Saturday September 3, 1983 Thirty Years Later
Michael Sembello definitely knocks out Bonnie this week with the classic track Maniac from Flashdance going to number 1. Asia floats into the top 5 with their epic rock anthem Don't Cry. Otherwise everything stayed the same. Not sure Bowie has the strength to reach the number 1 spot. Annie Lennox and the Eurythmics are rolling up the charts and I assume we will see them shortly at the top.
Monday, September 2, 2013
Stray Cats - (She's) Sexy & 17 September 3, 1983 Entry 2/2
Second of two songs to enter the 1050 Chum Charts on Saturday September 3, 1983 at number 29. The Stray Cats with (She's) Sexy & 17. Taken from the album Rant N' Rave With The Stray Cats. Rockabilly!!!
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZynIhCs27Xs
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZynIhCs27Xs
Moody Blues - Sitting At The Wheel September 3, 1983 Entry 1/2
One of two songs to enter the 1050 Chum Charts on Saturday September 3, 1983 at number 30. Moody Blues with Sitting At The Wheel. Taken from the album The Present.
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2_jFuHKraiE
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2_jFuHKraiE
Tuesday, August 27, 2013
1050 Chum Chart Saturday August 27, 1983 Thirty Years Later
Bonnie Tyler holds onto the top spot for a second week in a row. Michael Sembello's Maniac streaks into the second spot though after only 4 weeks. Bowie, The Police, and the Kinks round out the top 5. Unfortunately Our House doesn't get a shot at the top and is sent down the chart with Eddy Grant's Electric Avenue.
Monday, August 26, 2013
Eddy Grant - I Don't Wanna Dance August 27, 1983 Entry 4/4
Fourth of four songs to enter the 1050 chum charts on Saturday August 27, 1983 at number 27. Eddy Grant with I Don't Wanna Dance. Taken from the album Killer On The Rampage.
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9de6jeOevi8
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9de6jeOevi8
Elton John - Kiss The Bride August 27, 1983 Entry 3/4
Third of four songs to enter the 1050 chum charts on Saturday August 27, 1983 at number 28. Elton John with Kiss The Bride. Taken from the album Too Low For Zero.
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l-Od2zFk1as
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l-Od2zFk1as
Sunday, August 25, 2013
The Police - King Of Pain August 27, 1983 Entry 2/4
Second of four songs to enter the 1050 chum charts on Saturday August 27, 1983 at number 29. The Police with Synchronicity. Taken from the album Synchronicity.
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0mgSCKXSp9M
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0mgSCKXSp9M
Saturday, August 24, 2013
Tim Finn - Through The Years August 27, 1983 Entry 1/4
One of four songs to enter the 1050 chum charts on Saturday August 27, 1983 at number 30. Tim Finn with Through The Years. Taken from the album Escapade.
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9I1UPosNa8M
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9I1UPosNa8M
Tuesday, August 20, 2013
1050 Chum Chart Saturday August 20, 1983 Thirty Years Later
Eddy Grant's massive anthem finally gets dethroned. Bonnie Tyler moves into the top spot with Madness pushing forward into the third spot also. David Bowie lands into the top 5 with China Girl. Michael Sembello's Maniac edges up to 6 after only 3 weeks on the chart. Will he make a run for the top spot next week?
Monday, August 19, 2013
Naked Eyes - Promises Promises August 20, 1983 Entry 3/3
Third of three songs to enter the 1050 chum charts on Saturday August 20, 1983 at number 27. Naked Eyes with Promises Promises. Taken from the album Burning Bridges.
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vWNJlc-IylY
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vWNJlc-IylY
Sunday, August 18, 2013
Bryan Adams - This Time August 20, 1983 Entry 2/3
Second of three songs to enter the 1050 chum charts on Saturday August 20, 1983 at number 28. Bryan Adams with This Time. Taken from the album Cuts Like A Knife.
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XqxLt5KWDik
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XqxLt5KWDik
Friday, August 16, 2013
Payolas - Never Said I Loved You August 20, 1983 Entry 1/3
One of three songs to enter the 1050 chum charts on Saturday August 20, 1983 at number 29. Payolas with Never Said I Loved You. Taken from the album Hammer On A Drum. Guest vocals by Carole Pope. Nice!!!
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3wxcieByT28
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3wxcieByT28
Tuesday, August 13, 2013
1050 Chum Chart Saturday August 13, 1983 Thirty Years Later
Hard to believe Eddy held out at the top of the chart for a 5th week. Loved Electric Avenue though. Bonnie Tyler looks like she may shake it up at the top next week as she lands at number 2. Madness also crash into the top 5 only 6 weeks in.
Monday, August 12, 2013
Michael Jackson - Human Nature August 13, 1983 Entry 1/1
One of one songs to enter the 1050 chum charts on Saturday August 13, 1983 at number 28. Michael Jackson with Human Nature. Taken from the album Thriller. This was the fourth single released from Thriller.
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lrdaq63E9rc
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lrdaq63E9rc
Tuesday, August 6, 2013
1050 Chum Chart Saturday August 6, 1983 Thirty Years Later
The top 5 moves this week but Eddy Grant remains at the top for a 4th week. The Police's Every Breath You take stays at number 2. Duran Duran, Bonnie Tyler and The Maisonettes crash into the top 5. The only outfit that I think could give Eddy a run next week is Bonnie.
Monday, August 5, 2013
The Eurythmics - Sweet Dreams (Are Made Of This) August 6, 1983 Entry 2/2
Second of two songs to enter the 1050 chum charts on Saturday August 6, 1983 at number 29. Eurythmics with Sweet Dreams (Are Made Of This). Taken from the album Sweet Dreams (Are Made Of This). Moving On!!!
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qeMFqkcPYcg
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qeMFqkcPYcg
Quarterflash - Take Me To Heart August 06, 1983 Entry 1/2
One of two songs to enter the 1050 chum charts on Saturday August 6, 1983 at number 30. Quarterflash with Take Me To Heart. Taken from the album Take Another Picture.
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pnfryoGog0A
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pnfryoGog0A
Tuesday, July 30, 2013
1050 Chum Chart Saturday July 30, 1983 Thirty Years Later
Wow....no movement at all in the top 6 this week. I have a feeling Madness is going to change that next week. Eddy Grant holds onto the top spot for a 3rd week in a row,
Monday, July 29, 2013
Michael Sembello - Maniac July 30, 1983 Entry 3/3
Third of three songs to enter the 1050 chum charts on Saturday July 30, 1983 at number 28. Michael Sembello with Maniac. Taken from the album Bossa Nova Hotel and of course the Soundtrack to Flashdance. And she dances like she's never danced before
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=evyKPVS_M7E
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=evyKPVS_M7E
Asia - Don't Cry July 30, 1983 Entry 2/3
Second of three songs to enter the 1050 chum charts on Saturday July 30, 1983 at number 29. Asia with Don't Cry. Taken from the album Alpha.
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=40nYZbX0uCM
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=40nYZbX0uCM
Sunday, July 28, 2013
Parachute Club - Rise Up July 30, 1983 Entry 1/3
One of three songs to enter the 1050 chum charts on Saturday July 30, 1983 at number 30. Parachute Club with Rise Up. Taken from the album The Parachute Club. Time has come!!!
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nNIdqu7crW8
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nNIdqu7crW8
Tuesday, July 23, 2013
1050 Chum Chart Saturday July 23, 1983 Thirty Years Later
Eddy Grant holds onto the top spot for a second week and everything is pretty static this week. Elton gets bumped out of the top 5 and Rod Stewart floats into the 5th spot.
Monday, July 22, 2013
Jackson Browne - Lawyers In Love July 23, 1983 Entry 3/3
Third of three songs to enter the 1050 chum charts on Saturday July 23, 1983 at number 28. Jackson Browne with Lawyers In Love. Taken from the album Lawyers In Love. Hmmm...
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BEULVyg1O_8
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BEULVyg1O_8
Sunday, July 21, 2013
Culture Club - I'll Tumble 4 Ya July 23, 1983 Entry 2/3
Second of three songs to enter the 1050 chum charts on Saturday July 23, 1983 at number 29. Culture Club with I'll Tumble 4 Ya. Taken from the album Kissing To Be Clever.
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kwb9-OlQimc
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kwb9-OlQimc
Billy Joel - Tell Her About It July 23, 1983 Entry 1/3
One of three songs to enter the 1050 chum charts on Saturday July 23, 1983 at number 30. Billy Joel With Tell Her About It. Taken from the album An Innocent Man.
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p0pM5dm--yQ
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p0pM5dm--yQ
Tuesday, July 16, 2013
1050 Chum Chart Saturday July 16, 1983 Thirty Years Later
Surprisingly the Police can't hold onto the top spot for a 5th week. Eddy Grant finally gets his dues at the top of the chart bumping the Police out. Billy Idol streaks into number 3. Michael Jackson's massive Thriller finds another single land into the top 5 and Elton John sits tight at number 4. Taco gets bumped out of the top 5 and never goes higher than 3 with its novelty track putting on the Ritz
Monday, July 15, 2013
Electric Light Orchestra - Rock 'N' Roll Is King July 16, 1983 Entry 3/3
Third of three songs to enter the 1050 chum charts on Saturday July 16, 1983 at number 28. Electric Light Orchestra with Rock N Roll is King. Taken from the album Secret Messages.
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=21VeAmPOBzI
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=21VeAmPOBzI
Toronto - Girls Night Out July 16, 1983 Entry 2/3
Second of three songs to enter the 1050 chum charts on Saturday July 16, 1983 at number 29. Toronto with Girls Night Out. Taken from the album Girls Night Out.
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ccwFh5ruxwA
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ccwFh5ruxwA
Sunday, July 14, 2013
Men At Work - It's A Mistake July 16, 1983 Entry 1/3
One of three songs to enter the 1050 chum charts on Saturday July 16, 1983 at number 30. Men At Work with It's A Mistake. Taken from the album Cargo. Aussie Madness
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XE4WrdGOCJ8
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XE4WrdGOCJ8
Tuesday, July 9, 2013
1050 Chum Chart Saturday July 9, 1983 Thirty Years Later
Police hold on for a 4th week at the top not letting Eddy hit the top with his classic Electric Avenue. Irene Cara gets bumped out of the top 5 to make room for Billy to come in at number 5 with White Wedding.
Monday, July 8, 2013
Prince - 1999 July 9, 1983 Entry 2/2
Second of two songs to enter the 1050 chum charts on Saturday July 9, 1983 at number 29. Prince with 1999. Taken from the album 1999.
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UjivDeA7Qu0
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UjivDeA7Qu0
Sunday, July 7, 2013
Human League - (Keep Feeling) Fascination July 09, 1983 Entry 1/2
One of two songs to enter the 1050 chum charts on Saturday July 9, 1983 at number 30. Human League with (Keep Feeling) Fascination. Taken from the mini-album Fascination. Until the sun went down
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QqqBs6kkzHE
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QqqBs6kkzHE
Tuesday, July 2, 2013
1050 Chum Chart Saturday July 2, 1983 Thirty Years Later
Third week for Every Breath You Take at the top of the charts. Eddy Grant and Irene switch places. Taco is stalemated at number 4. Styx epic ballad Don't Let It End gets bumped out of the top 5 for Elton John's I'm Still Standing.
Monday, July 1, 2013
Madness - Our House July 2, 1983 Entry 2/2
Second of two songs to enter the 1050 chum charts on Saturday July 2, 1983 at number 29. Madness with Our House. Taken from the album Madness. In The Middle of!!!
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KwIe_sjKeAY
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KwIe_sjKeAY
Loverboy - Hot Girls In Love July 02, 1983 Entry 1/2
One of two songs to enter the 1050 chum charts on Saturday July 2, 1983 at number 30. Loverboy with Hot Girls In Love. Taken from the Keep It Up. Happy Canada Day!!!!!!
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KW22JDVEejk
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KW22JDVEejk
Tuesday, June 25, 2013
1050 Chum Chart Saturday June 25, 1983 Thirty Years Later
Monday, June 24, 2013
Stevie Nicks - Stand Back June 25, 1983 Entry 4/4
Fourth of four songs to enter the 1050 chum charts on Saturday June 25, 1983 at number 27. Stevie Nicks with Stand Back. Taken from the album The Wild Heart.
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-gSKeCvSCpw
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-gSKeCvSCpw
The Maisonettes - Heartache Avenue June 25, 1983 Entry 3/4
Third of four songs to enter the 1050 chum charts on Saturday June 25, 1983 at number 28. The Maisonettes with Heartache Avenue. From the album
Maisonettes For Sale.
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HgmUwhfoSZs
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HgmUwhfoSZs
Bonnie Tyler - Total Eclipse Of The Heart June 25, 1983 Entry 2/4
Second of four songs to enter the 1050 chum charts on Saturday June 25, 1983 at number 29. Bonnie Tyler with Total Eclipse Of The Heart. Taken from the album Faster Than the Speed of Night. Epic random video!!!
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lcOxhH8N3Bo
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lcOxhH8N3Bo
Teenage Head - Tornado June 25, 1983 Entry 1/4
One of four songs to enter the 1050 chum charts on Saturday June 25, 1983 at number 30. Teenage Head with Tornado. Taken from the Mini-album Tornado.
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NG342NvPZ7g
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NG342NvPZ7g
Tuesday, June 18, 2013
1050 Chum Chart Saturday June 18, 1983 Thirty Years Later
Monday, June 17, 2013
David Bowie - China Girl June 18, 1983 Entry 4/4
Fourth of four songs to enter the 1050 chum charts on Saturday June 18, 1983 at number 25. David Bowie with China Girl. Second single taken from the album Let's Dance. Bowie!!!
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E_8IXx4tsus
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E_8IXx4tsus
Sunday, June 16, 2013
Duran Duran - Is There Something I Should Know June 18, 1983 Entry 3/4
Third of four songs to enter the 1050 chum charts on Saturday June 18, 1983 at number 26. Duran Duran with Is There Something I Should Know. This was not released on an album. Please Please!!
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3M0hogZyRyU
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3M0hogZyRyU
Friday, June 14, 2013
Doug And The Slugs - Makin It Work June 18, 1983 Entry 2/4
Second of four songs to enter the 1050 chum charts on Saturday June 18, 1983 at number 28. Doug And The Slugs with Makin It Work. Taken from the album Music For The Hard Of Thinking. Canadian Slugs!
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fwwPmNWQfIY
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fwwPmNWQfIY
Thursday, June 13, 2013
Little River Band - We Too June 18, 1983 Entry 1/4
One of four songs to enter the 1050 chum charts on Saturday June 18, 1983 at number 29. Little River Band with We Too. Taken from the album The Net. Hmmmm
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dxPILjZlLlE
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dxPILjZlLlE
Tuesday, June 11, 2013
1050 Chum Chart Saturday June 11, 1983 Thirty Years Later
Irene Cara holds onto the number 1 spot for a second week with Flashdance. Men At Work continues to try to push forward with Overkill moving up to number 3 after 10 weeks on the chart. However Culture Club and The Police move into the top 5. With the speed of the Police moving up the chart I wouldn't be surprised to see them at number 1 next week.
Monday, June 10, 2013
Michael Jackson - Wanna Be Startin Somethin June 11, 1983 Entry 3/3
Three of three songs to enter the 1050 chum charts on Saturday June 11, 1983 at number 26. Michael Jackson with Wanna Be Startin Somethin. Taken from the album Thriller.
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4Uj3zitETs4
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4Uj3zitETs4
Rod Stewart - Baby Jane June 11, 1983 Entry 2/3
Two of three songs to enter the 1050 chum charts on Saturday June 11, 1983 at number 27. Rod Stewart with Baby Jane. Taken from the album Body Wishes. Nice!
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ncWYydlK-LA
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ncWYydlK-LA
Kinks - Come Dancing June 11, 1983 Entry 1/3
One of three songs to enter the 1050 chum charts on Saturday June 11, 1983 at number 28. The Kinks with Come Dancing. Taken from the album State Of Confusion. It's only Natural!
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gs2kFrGluKs
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gs2kFrGluKs
Tuesday, June 4, 2013
1050 Chum Chart Saturday June 4, 1983 Thirty Years Later
Irene Cara hits the top of the Chum Charts this week knocking David Bowie out of the top spot with her hit Flashdance. Michael Jackson's Beat It never hits number 1 and falls to number 3. Men At Work stall at number 4 and Laura Branigan's average single in my mind moves into the top 5 at number 5. Note we finally have charts without wonky number issues.
Monday, June 3, 2013
Billy Idol - White Wedding June 04, 1983 Entry 3/3
Three of three songs to enter the 1050 chum charts on Saturday June 4, 1983 at number 28. Billy Idol with White Wedding. Taken from the album Billy Idol. Hey Little Sister!!
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AAZQaYKZMTI
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AAZQaYKZMTI
A Flock Of Seagulls - Wishing (If I Had A Photograph Of You) June 04, 1983 Entry 2/3
Two of three songs to enter the 1050 chum charts on Saturday June 4, 1983 at number 29. Flock Of Seagulls with Wishing (If I Had A Photograph Of You). Taken from the album Listen. Its not the things you do!!
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=opkzgLMH5MA
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=opkzgLMH5MA
Tears For Fears - Change June 04, 1983 Entry 1/3
One of three songs to enter the 1050 chum charts on Saturday June 4, 1983 at number 30. Tears For Fears with Change. Taken from the album The Hurting. Its All too late!!
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=idAm7T9NEFk
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=idAm7T9NEFk
Tuesday, May 28, 2013
1050 Chum Chart Saturday May 28, 1983 Thirty Years Later
David Bowie stays strong at the top of the charts for a 3 week still holding the might force of Michael Jackson down. Irene Cara crashes into the 3rd spot sending Duran Duran's Rio to number 5. Men At Work shifts into the 4th spot. 5 big new tracks into the chart this week.
Unfortunately due to poor archiving the Chart numbering is wonky.
Unfortunately due to poor archiving the Chart numbering is wonky.
Monday, May 27, 2013
The Police - Every Breath You Take May 28, 1983 Entry 5/5
Five of five songs to enter the 1050 chum charts on Saturday May 28, 1983 at number 26. The Police with Every Breath You Take. Taken from the album Synchronicty.
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OMOGaugKpzs
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OMOGaugKpzs
Sunday, May 26, 2013
Taco - Puttin' On The Ritz May 28, 1983 Entry 4/5
Four of five songs to enter the 1050 chum charts on Saturday May 28, 1983 at number 27. Taco with Puttin' On The Ritz. Taken from the album After Eight.
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eubhg1gTyj8
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eubhg1gTyj8
Saturday, May 25, 2013
Men's Room - Sign Of The Times May 28, 1983 Entry 3/5
Three of five songs to enter the 1050 chum charts on Saturday May 28, 1983 at number 28. Men's Room with Sign Of The Times. Taken from the album Men's Room. Nice Canadian Track.
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Han4CLb_trQ
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Han4CLb_trQ
Friday, May 24, 2013
Bryan Adams - Straight To The Heart May 28, 1983 Entry 2/5
Two of five songs to enter the 1050 chum charts on Saturday May 28, 1983 at number 29. Bryan Adams with Straight To The Heart. Taken from the album Cuts Like A Knife.
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C-0ROeeRWQw
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C-0ROeeRWQw
Thursday, May 23, 2013
Eddy Grant - Electric Avenue May 28, 1983 Entry 1/5
One of five songs to enter the 1050 chum charts on Saturday May 28, 1983 at number 30. Eddy Grant with Electric Avenue. Taken from the album Killer On A Rampage. Rock Down to!!!
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ygPYeH1tgyQ
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ygPYeH1tgyQ
Tuesday, May 21, 2013
1050 Chum Chart Saturday May 21, 1983 Thirty Years Later
David Bowie holds onto the top spot for another week holding off Michael Jackson's attempt for two number one singles in a row. Thomas Dolby number one hit leaves the top 5 to make room for Men At Work's Overkill
Unfortunately due to poor archiving the Chart numbering is wonky. It is also missing 2 tracks But note there was only three new entries this week.
Monday, May 20, 2013
Rick Springfield - Affair Of The Heart May 21, 1983 Entry 3/3
Third of three songs to enter the 1050 chum charts on Saturday May 21, 1983 at number 26. Rick Springfield with Affair of the Heart. Taken from the album Living In Oz.
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VmVD5_ddVGQ
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VmVD5_ddVGQ
Elton John - I'm Still Standing May 21, 1983 Entry 2/3
Second of three songs to enter the 1050 chum charts on Saturday May 21, 1983 at number 27. Elton John with I'm Still Standing. Taken from the album Too Low For Zero. Elton's everywhere!!
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZHwVBirqD2s
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZHwVBirqD2s
Sunday, May 19, 2013
Inxs - The One Thing May 21, 1983 Entry 1/3
One of three songs to enter the 1050 chum charts on Saturday May 21, 1983 at number 28. Inxs with The One Thing. Taken from the album Shabooh Shoobah. Australian New wave!!
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XJyKTNdPL5s
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XJyKTNdPL5s
Tuesday, May 14, 2013
1050 Chum Chart Saturday May 14, 1983 Thirty Years Later
Finally we have a fairly stable top 5 and as we head towards June we move out of the poor archiving. At number 1 for the first week is David Bowie with the massive Let's Dance which surprisingly skips over Michael Jackson who holds the second spot with Beat It. Thomas Dolby drops to number 3 and Duran Duran and Prince move into the top 5.
Unfortunately due to poor archiving the Chart numbering is wonky. But note there was only two new entries this week.
Unfortunately due to poor archiving the Chart numbering is wonky. But note there was only two new entries this week.
Monday, May 13, 2013
Styx - Don't Let It End May 14, 1983 Entry 2/2
Two of two songs to enter the 1050 chum charts on Saturday May 14, 1983 at number 29. Styx with Don't Let It End. Taken from the album Kilroy Was Here. Epic Space Age tale.
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HJv8sO0mI-M
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HJv8sO0mI-M
Sunday, May 12, 2013
Journey - Faithfully May 14, 1983 Entry 1/2
One of two songs to enter the 1050 chum charts on Saturday May 14, 1983 at number 30. Journey with Faithfully. Taken from the album Frontiers.
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OMD8hBsA-RI
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OMD8hBsA-RI
Saturday, May 11, 2013
1050 Chum Chart Saturday May 7, 1983 Thirty Years Later
Irene Cara - Flashdance.What A Feeling May 7, 1983 Entry 2/2
Two of two songs to enter the 1050 chum charts on Saturday May 7, 1983 at number 29. Irene Cara with Flashdance. First single taken from the album What A Feelin. Nice!
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ILWSp0m9G2U
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ILWSp0m9G2U
Monday, May 6, 2013
ZZ Top - Gimme All Your Lovin May 7, 1983 Entry 1/2
One of two songs to enter the 1050 chum charts on Saturday May 7, 1983 at number 30. ZZ Top with Gimme All Your Lovin. First single taken from the album Eliminator.
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JVDBjVA3-8E
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JVDBjVA3-8E
Sunday, May 5, 2013
1050 Chum Chart Saturday April 30, 1983 Thirty Years Later
Alittle late with the chart this week, but Thomas Dolby takes his eclectic new wave eighties hit She Blinded Me By Science to the top of the chart. Again the chart is alittle wonky but it would seem that Michael Jackson is number 2 and Prince breaks into the top with Little Red Corvette.
NB.. Unfortunately due to poor archiving the Chart numbering is wonky. But note there was only three new entries this week.
Monday, April 29, 2013
Culture Club - Time (Clock Of The Heart) April 30, 1983 Entry 3/3
3 of 3 songs to enter the 1050 chum charts on Saturday April 30, 1983 at number 28. Culture Club with Time (Clock Of The Heart). Taken from the album Kissing To Be Clever. Boy George and crew.
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8tI1_KlO6xI
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8tI1_KlO6xI
Sunday, April 28, 2013
Patrick Simmons - So Wrong April 30, 1983 Entry 2/3
2 of 3 songs to enter the 1050 chum charts on Saturday April 30, 1983 at number 29. Patrick Simmons with So Wrong. Taken from the album Arcade. Doobie!!
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K1XMSuZTt4k
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K1XMSuZTt4k
The Tubes - She's A Beauty April 30, 1983 Entry 1/3
One of three songs to enter the 1050 chum charts on Saturday April 30, 1983 at number 30. The Tubes with She's A Beauty. Taken from the album Outside Inside? Don't Fall in Love!!!
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mQ_k_VG6Syc
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mQ_k_VG6Syc
Tuesday, April 23, 2013
1050 Chum Chart Saturday April 23, 1983 Thirty Years Later
Well who knows what is going on with the charts. Unfortunately the archives weren't good during April and May but get better for June. Looks like Styx may still have the number 1 hit this week with Thomas Dolby challenging at the second spot. Michael Jackson, Journey and David Bowie round out the top 5.
NB.. Unfortunately due to poor archiving the Chart is missing two tracks and the numbering is wonky. But note there was only three new entries this week.
NB.. Unfortunately due to poor archiving the Chart is missing two tracks and the numbering is wonky. But note there was only three new entries this week.
Monday, April 22, 2013
Thompson Twins - Lies April 23, 1983 Entry 3/3
3 of 3 songs to enter the 1050 chum charts on Saturday April 23, 1983 at number 28. Thompson Twins with Lies. Taken from the album Quickstep and Sidekick (UK) or Side Kicks (North America) depending on where you were living. Epic track!! There was a video for the track but cannot be found on Youtube.
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y-aJXwpAgPA
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y-aJXwpAgPA
Sunday, April 21, 2013
Toto - I Won't Hold You Back April 23, 1983 Entry 2/3
2 of 3 songs to enter the 1050 chum charts on Saturday April 23, 1983 at number 29. Toto with I Won't Hold You Back. Taken from the album Toto IV.
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZID3fEFtmPE
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZID3fEFtmPE
Kenny Loggins - Welcome To The Heartlight April 23, 1983 Entry 1/3
One of three songs to enter the 1050 chum charts on Saturday April 23, 1983 at number 30. Kenny Loggins with Welcome To The Heartlight. Taken from the album High Adventure. Hard Life?
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TIC5RaKqDSU
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TIC5RaKqDSU
Tuesday, April 16, 2013
1050 Chum Chart Saturday April 16, 1983 Thirty Years Later
Styx holds down the number 1 spot with Mr. Roboto. Journey and the Pretenders are back for another week in the top 5. Thomas Dolby brings his classic into the Top 5 at number 4. By the time we hit June we should be out of the wonky charts. Alas, if only I could score a Ron Hall 1050 Chum Book:)
NB.. Unfortunately due to poor archiving the Chart is missing three tracks and the numbering is wonky. But note there was only three new entries this week.
NB.. Unfortunately due to poor archiving the Chart is missing three tracks and the numbering is wonky. But note there was only three new entries this week.
Monday, April 15, 2013
Laura Branigan - Solitaire April 16, 1983 Entry 3/3
3 of 3 songs to enter the 1050 chum charts on Saturday April 16, 1983 at number 28. Laura Branigan with Solitaire. Taken from the album Branigan 2. Not a strong week for new releases in my opinion.
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ztqYW4R53M8
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ztqYW4R53M8
Sunday, April 14, 2013
Bob Seger - Even Now April 16, 1983 Entry 2/3
2 of 3 songs to enter the 1050 chum charts on Saturday April 16, 1983 at number 29. Bob Seger with Even Now. Taken from the album The Distance. Smultzy cottage rock!!
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ze6Shq8OR4A
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ze6Shq8OR4A
The Drivers - Tears On Your Anorak April 16, 1983 Entry 1/3
One of three songs to enter the 1050 chum charts on Saturday April 16, 1983 at number 30. The Drivers with Tears On Your Anorak. Taken from the album Shortcuts. Nick Van Eede went on to form the Cutting Crew.
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=565ty6xbL7Q
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=565ty6xbL7Q
Tuesday, April 9, 2013
1050 Chum Chart Saturday April 9, 1983 Thirty Years Later
Styx take over the top spot from Michael Jackson with Mr Roboto. Again, the chart is alittle scrambled as the archives won't give us an accurate picture. It looks like Journey, The Pretenders and Thomas Dolby round out the top 5. Interesting enough Michael has 2 tracks in the top 10 at the same time.
NB.. Unfortunately due to poor archiving the Chart is missing two tracks and the numbering is wonky. But note there was only two new entries this week.
NB.. Unfortunately due to poor archiving the Chart is missing two tracks and the numbering is wonky. But note there was only two new entries this week.
Red Rider - Human Race April 9, 1983 Entry 2/2
Two of two songs to enter the 1050 chum charts on Saturday April 9, 1983 at number 29. Red Rider with Human Race. Taken from the album Neruda. Tom Cochrane and Co.
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6QDbxKJv-ok
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6QDbxKJv-ok
Tenants - Sheriff April 9, 1983 Entry 1/2
One of two songs to enter the 1050 chum charts on Saturday April 9, 1983 at number 30. The Tenants with Sheriff. Taken from the album The Tenants. Canadian!!! You could definately confuse this for a Police track.
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aRPh4w5Ph14
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aRPh4w5Ph14
Tuesday, April 2, 2013
1050 Chum Chart Saturday April 2, 1983 Thirty Years Later
If only I had the Ron Hall Chum 1050 Chum Book. Alittle confusing this week as the chart is all over the place with its numbering. Michael Jackson remains at number 1 for another week while Beat It makes it into the top 10 at the same time. Styx holds at number 2. Duran Duran freezes at number 3. Journey moves into the top 5 with Separate Ways. It must have been the video which propelled it into the high echelons of the chart. Not sure who else rounds out the top 5. Maybe the Pretenders?
NB.. Unfortunately due to poor archiving the Chart is missing one track and the numbering is wonky. But note there was only four new entries this week.
NB.. Unfortunately due to poor archiving the Chart is missing one track and the numbering is wonky. But note there was only four new entries this week.
Monday, April 1, 2013
Greg Kihn Band - Jeopardy April 2, 1983 Entry 4/4
Four of four songs to enter the 1050 chum charts on Saturday April 2, 1983 at number 27. Greg Kihn Band with Jeopardy. Taken from the album Kihnspiracy.
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3tCEQwww65g
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3tCEQwww65g
Duran Duran - Rio April 2, 1983 Entry 3/4
Three of four songs to enter the 1050 chum charts on Saturday April 2, 1983 at number 28. Duran Duran with Rio. Taken from the album Rio. With Hungry Like The Wolf starting its descent out of the top 5 and the charts Rio checks in.
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e3W6yf6c-FA
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e3W6yf6c-FA
Def Leppard - Photograph April 2, 1983 Entry 2/4
Two of four songs to enter the 1050 chum charts on Saturday April 2, 1983 at number 29. Def Leppard with Photograph. Taken from the album Pyromania. Pop Metal
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VZ5bS3_BCDs
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VZ5bS3_BCDs
Men At Work - Overkill April 2, 1983 Entry 1/4
One of four songs to enter the 1050 chum charts on Saturday April 2, 1983 at number 30. Men At Work with Overkill. Taken from the album Cargo. Funny, Business As Usual was still a massive hit by the time Cargo came out.
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lcu7OCIqlqE
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lcu7OCIqlqE
Tuesday, March 26, 2013
1050 Chum Chart Saturday March 26, 1983 Thirty Years Later
Saturday March 26, 2012 and the top 5 really hasn't changed. Michael Jackson holds onto the top spot for a second week with Styx moving up to the second spot to challenge. Duran Duran and Lionel remain in the top 5 and Christopher Cross pushes his way into number 5.
NB.. Unfortunately due to poor archiving the Chart is missing three tracks and the numbering is wonky. But note there was only two new entries this week.
NB.. Unfortunately due to poor archiving the Chart is missing three tracks and the numbering is wonky. But note there was only two new entries this week.
Monday, March 25, 2013
David Bowie - Let's Dance March 26, 1983 Entry 2/2
Second of two songs to enter the 1050 chum charts on Saturday March 26, 1983 at
number 28. David Bowie with Let's Dance. Taken from the album Let's Dance.
Moonlight!!
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N4d7Wp9kKjA
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N4d7Wp9kKjA
Saturday, March 23, 2013
Berlin - Sex (I'm A) March 26, 1983 Entry 1/2
One of two songs to enter the 1050 chum charts on Saturday March 26, 1983 at number 29. Berlin with Sex (I'm A). Taken from the album Pleasure Victim. Teri Nunn and company.
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jpYNwFGaMik
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jpYNwFGaMik
Tuesday, March 19, 2013
1050 Chum Chart Saturday March 19, 1983 Thirty Years Later
The top 5 tracks from last week remain in the top 5 this week but do jostle for position. Michael Jackson's Billie Jean knocks Duran Duran out of the top spot while Styx moves up to the 3rd spot.
NB.. Unfortunately due to poor archiving the Chart is missing two tracks and the numbering is wonky. But note there was only four new entries this week.
NB.. Unfortunately due to poor archiving the Chart is missing two tracks and the numbering is wonky. But note there was only four new entries this week.
Monday, March 18, 2013
Men Without Hats - Safety Dance March 19, 1983 Entry 4/4
Four of four songs to enter the 1050 chum charts on Saturday March 19, 1983 at
number 30. Men Without Hats with Safety Dance. Taken from the
album Rhythm Of Youth. Massive Canadian track...yes they were Canadian!!
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6iOUnO-EssI
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6iOUnO-EssI
Dire Straits - Twisting By The Pool March 19, 1983 Entry 3/4
Third of four songs to enter the 1050 chum charts on Saturday March 19, 1983 at number 28. Dire Straits with Twisting By The Pool. Taken from the EP Twisting By The Pool. How 1050 Chum thought this song would be bigger than Prince is beyond me.
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BgrIIuFeBgo
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BgrIIuFeBgo
Sunday, March 17, 2013
Prince - Little Red Corvette March 19, 1983 Entry 2/4
Second of four songs to enter the 1050 chum charts on Saturday March 19, 1983 at number 29. Prince with Little Red Corvette. Taken from the album 1999. Purpleness!!
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5bZSC-av8t4
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5bZSC-av8t4
Naked Eyes Always Something There To Remind Me March 19, 1983 Entry 1/4
One of four songs to enter the 1050 chum charts on Saturday March 19, 1983 at number 30. Naked Eyes with Always Something There To Remind Me. Taken from the album Naked Eyes. Burning Bridges!!
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zMAe31FFHbo
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zMAe31FFHbo
Tuesday, March 12, 2013
1050 Chum Chart Saturday March 12, 1983 Thirty Years Later
Duran Duran holds the top spot for a second week as Michael Jackson pushes his way to number 2. Bananarama slides into number 3. Styx crashes into the top 5 just like Michael Jackson did with Mr. Roboto having been on the chart for only 5 weeks. Lionel Richie rounds up the top 5 at number 5 from 7.
B.. Unfortunately due to poor archiving the Chart is missing four tracks and the numbering is wonky. But note there was only two new entries this week.
B.. Unfortunately due to poor archiving the Chart is missing four tracks and the numbering is wonky. But note there was only two new entries this week.
Monday, March 11, 2013
Michael Jackson - Beat It - Saturday March 12, 1983 Entry 2/2
Two of two songs to enter the 1050 chum charts on Saturday March 12, 1983 at number 26. Michael Jackson with Beat It. Taken from the album Thriller. A little weird for this song to enter the chart this soon as Billie Jean was still climbing towards the number one spot.
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oRdxUFDoQe0
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oRdxUFDoQe0
Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers - Change Of Heart Saturday March 12, 1983 Entry 1/2
One of two songs to enter the 1050 chum charts on Saturday March 12, 1983 at
number 27. Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers with Change Of Heart. Taken from
the album Long After Dark. Changes!!
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pIexKj-bWQ4
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pIexKj-bWQ4
Sunday, March 10, 2013
1050 Chum Chart Saturday March 05, 1983 Thirty Years Later
Duran Duran crashed into the top spot with Hungry Like The Wolf knocking Culture Club out after only one week at number one. Not sure how long Duran Duran will hold on with Michael Jackson landing at number three only five weeks in. Bananarama and the Stray Cats enter at 4 and 5 rounding out the top 5
NB.. Unfortunately due to poor archiving the Chart is missing two tracks and the numbering is wonky. But note there was only two new entries this week.
NB.. Unfortunately due to poor archiving the Chart is missing two tracks and the numbering is wonky. But note there was only two new entries this week.
Thomas Dolby - She Blinded Me With Science - Saturday March 5, 1983 Entry 2/2
Two of two songs to enter the 1050 chum charts on Saturday March 5, 1983 at number 27. Thomas Dolby with She Blinded Me With Science. Taken from the album The Golden Age Of Wireless. Weird Science!!
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V83JR2IoI8k
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V83JR2IoI8k
Doug & the Slugs - Who Knows How to Make Love Stay Saturday March 5, 1983 Entry 1/2
One of two songs to enter the 1050 chum charts on Saturday March 5, 1983 at number 29. Doug And The Slugs with Who Knows How to Make Love Stay. Taken from the album Music For The Hard Of Thinking.
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aqS72pTvN04
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aqS72pTvN04
Tuesday, February 26, 2013
1050 Chum Chart Saturday Feb 26, 1983 Thirty Years Later
Culture Club knocks Marvin out of the top spot with Do You Really Want To Hurt Me. Duran Duran crashes into the top 10 with Hungry Like The Wolf knocking out Adam Ant's Goody Two Shoes. Stay tuned for next weeks chart when 2 new tracks crash into the 1050 Chum Charts.
NB.. Unfortunately due to poor archiving the Chart is missing two tracks and the numbering is wonky. But note there was only one new entry this week.
NB.. Unfortunately due to poor archiving the Chart is missing two tracks and the numbering is wonky. But note there was only one new entry this week.
Sunday, February 24, 2013
Don Henley - I Can't Stand Still Saturday February 26, 1983 Entry 1/1
The only song to enter the 1050 chum charts on Saturday February 26th, 1983 at number 29. Don Henley with I Can't Stand Still. Taken from the album I can't Stand Still.
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w-yPp4ndYx0
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w-yPp4ndYx0
Tuesday, February 19, 2013
1050 Chum Chart Saturday Feb 19, 1983 Thirty Years Later
Not alot of change on the chart this week with Marvin Gaye holding the top spot for a second chart while holding off Culture Club. Toto gets bumped from the top 5 and Bob Segar's Shame On The Moon moves into 5th spot.
NB.. Unfortunately due to poor archiving the Chart is missing a track and the numbers are wonky.
NB.. Unfortunately due to poor archiving the Chart is missing a track and the numbers are wonky.
Monday, February 18, 2013
Kenny Rogers - We've Got Tonight Saturday February 19, 1983 Entry 3/3
The third of three songs to enter the 1050 chum charts on Saturday February 19th, 1983 at number 27. Kenny Rogers with We've Got Tonight. Taken from the album We've Got Tonight. Sheena Easton Duet.
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GSdoGyKTN6k
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GSdoGyKTN6k
Sunday, February 17, 2013
The Pretenders - Back On The Chain Gang Saturday February 19, 1983 Entry 2/3
Second of three songs to enter the 1050 chum charts on Saturday February 19th, 1983 at
number 28. The Pretenders with Back On The Chain Gang. Taken from the album
Learning To Crawl
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CK3uf5V0pDA
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CK3uf5V0pDA
Saturday, February 16, 2013
Bryan Adams - Cuts Like A Knife Saturday February 19, 1983 Entry 1/3
One of three songs to enter the 1050 chum charts on Saturday February 19th, 1983 at
number 30. Bryan Adams with Cuts Like A Knife. Taken from the album
Cuts Like A Knife. Corey Hart or Bryan Adams??
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6VZhSkREYBc
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6VZhSkREYBc
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