Headlines that shaped the globe
The golden year of sci-fi cinema
Vinyl, synths, and the thriller effect
Screen time and page turners
Arcades, smileys, and retro trends
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Master of The radical world of 1982
schopenhauer The Thriller Synth Sound
That giant gong / right out the box / just a factory preset!
schopenhauer The band Toto released their iconic track Africa, which became a global soft-rock anthem.
schopenhauer The electronic sound of synth-pop dominated the charts with hits from the UK and beyond.
schopenhauer Match 1982's music, movies, and news to discover how the Thriller effect changed pop culture.
Spooky voice: Horror legend Vincent Price recorded his famous rap for the song Thriller in just two takes.
A highly suspenseful book, play, or film that evokes excitement and suspense in the audience. Michael Jackson released his landmark album of this name in November 1982, revitalizing global vinyl sales.
Which Michael Jackson album, released in November 1982, became the best-selling album in history?
schopenhauer Grandmaster Flash and the Furious Five revolutionized hip-hop with The Message.
Which synth-pop duo had a massive 1982 hit with their cover of 'Tainted Love'?
Which famous horror actor provided the spooky spoken-word outro on the track Thriller?
What pioneering hip-hop group released the socially conscious song 'The Message' in 1982?
Which synth-pop band had a massive 1982 global hit with the song 'Don't You Want Me'?