Breakdancing in the 80s
By Julie Anderson Breakdancing is one of the great gifts of the 80s. A good breakdancer’s moves are jaw-dropping, gravity-defying, and at times downright inhuman. They moved in ways that we didn’t even know the human body could bend. Here’s a great video clip about the history of the dance technique and its various types: Back in elementary school in the early 80s, a few of the boys would bring their jamboxes to school and show off...
Concert Review: Devo at the Crystal Ballroom
Friday September 16, 2011 Portland, OR By Travis Greenwood ‘Greetings spuds of the NW!,’ proclaimed Bob Casale, keyboardist for ’80s icons, Devo, between songs during the band’s September 16th set at Portland’s historic Crystal Ballroom. The crowd, a healthy mix of longtime diehards and curious hipsters that came of age in a post-New Wave milieu, returned the favor with an hearty ovation, setting the tone...
80s Party Costume Ideas: Wham!
Wham! was pure 80’s fun, yummy pop candy for the ears. George Michael and Andrew Ridgeley paired up to create the hit group, and, although George had a successful solo career after they split, dressing as the duo will give you the best visual effect. Here’s the video for 1984’s Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go (and just TRY not to smile and chair dance as you listen): http://youtu.be/pIgZ7gMze7A Note: the Choose Life T-shirts were designed...
Interview with Nick Richards of Boys Don’t Cry
September 3, 2011 Malibu, CA It was a beautiful day in Southern California as I drove through Malibu on my way to Nick Richards’ house for our interview. As I pulled into the drive, I was greeted with a sign on the gate that reads “Boogie Wonderland.” I took that to be a great start. I found Nick relaxed at home with family and friends in his beautiful retreat. After being greeted by the very friendly New Foundland, we moved to the...
Totally 80s at the Hollywood Bowl
Los Angeles, CA September 2, 2011 We had a totally rad 80s weekend in Los Angeles, including stops at famous 80s locales and interviews with awesome 80s rockers (more on those in separate stories). This was my first time in LA, and the weather did not disappoint. While it was 100 degrees with 80% humidity back in Birmingham, it was a cool 65 and dry at the Hollywood Bowl on the night of the Totally 80s concert. We started the evening...
