An Unexpected Continuation of The Karate Kid
Remakes, reboots and reimagining the 80s doesn’t stop at music, fashion and blockbuster hits. A continuation of The Karate Kid is being made available on YouTube Red, proving the 80s is strong on any platform. An Unexpected Continuation of The Karate Kid “As the nemesis of Ralph Macchio’s Daniel LaRusso in ‘The Karate Kid’ (1984), the definitive underdog tale for at least one generation, Johnny was the story’s...
Wonder Woman 2 Joins the 80s Nostalgia Craze
Like most of the popular films today, Wonder Woman 2 will be set in the 80s. New reports revealed that the films’ director Patty Jenkins confirmed the setting. This means the film is completing setting aside a chronological timeline for the DC universe. Wonder Woman 2 Joins the 80s Nostalgia Craze “We actually scooped the news of the 1980s setting shortly after Wonder Woman was released in theaters. Now that the detail has...
Cities of the 80s: 80s Indianapolis
The 80s influence didn’t stop at art, film, music and fashion, in some cases it transformed cities across the U.S. One prime example of that would be Indianapolis’ successful boom. From zoos to sports, 80s Indianapolis had it all. Cities of the 80s: 80s Indianapolis “Indianapolis in the 1980s was a pretty heady time. We were trying to shake off the image of mundane ‘India-no-place’ and sleepy...
Nashville 80s Dance Party to Benefit the Alzheimer’s Association
Ready for an 80s dance party? On Sunday, June 3, 2018, Kimberly Williams-Paisley and Blair Garner will host the second Nashville “Dance Party to End Alz” to benefit the Alzheimer’s Association. This year’s event will include Brad Paisley, Chris Young, Charles Esten, Lindsay Ell and more top country artists performing hits from the 1980’s. Nashville 80s Dance Party to Benefit the Alzheimer’s...
Is the 80s Floral Trend Making A Return?
Floral arrangements were all the rage in the 80s and for some, it remained quite an important staple. Now, it looks like the 80s floral trend is making a return, according to a recent report. Is the 80s Floral Trend Making A Return? TheNewYorkTimes is crediting the 80s with a massive influence over the floral arrangement craze. They are also beginning to see the trend make its return. In a recent report, the outlet dives into the...
Huey Lewis Hearing Loss Causes Tour Cancellations
Huey Lewis & The News were set for a brilliant return with a slew of live shows. However, new reports revealed that hearing loss has caused Lewis to cancel the 2018 tour. Huey Lewis Hearing Loss Causes Tour Cancellations “Two and a half months ago, just before a show in Dallas, I lost most of my hearing,” Lewis wrote in a letter to his fan that was posted to his Twitter page. “Although I can still hear a little,...
PUBG and Fortnite Competitor Joins 80s Nostalgia Craze
If you haven’t heard of PUBG or Fortnite before, chances are you’re not an online gamer or you don’t dabble in the new systems. However, these two games have a new competition with Radical Heights, a version of the aforementioned game with an 80s twist. “Not more than five days after Lawbreakers studio said it was moving onto other projects, Boss Key Productions has released a new ‘80s-infused battle...
80s LIVE to Feature Billy Ocean, Howard Jones & More
Billy Ocean is among a star-studded line-up of 80s music artists that will perform at Coventry’s Ricoh Arena this summer. If you’re across the pond, this may be a concert you might want to attend. 80s Live brings together an exclusive range of artists to relive one of the most memorable decades of music, taking place on Saturday June 16. 80s LIVE to Feature Billy Ocean, Howard Jones & More Other artists joining the lineup...
80s Prom Homage From Frame Dance
A new art installation is paying homage to the 80s prom. 80s prom was full of life, love and in some instances maybe even heartbreak. Now, the Frame Dance is looking to pay homage to the event with an all new installation. 80s Prom Homage From Frame Dance “Dig out your frosted blue eyeshadow and shop your closet for puff sleeves and ruffles because Frame Dance cordially invites you to My Beloved … meet me at the prom, an...
The 80s Meets Instagram
Fusing the 80s with social media platforms such as Instagram may seem a bit farfetched, however, it has happened. A new Instagram account is all about the 80s. If you want a nice dose of nostalgia, you may want to consider checking out the @vhsfruit Instagram page. The 80s Meets Instagram “Within the vast sea of Instagram throwback accounts floats the occasional rare gem – an account with a unique point of view that’s so true to...
This List of 100 Best Songs from the 1980s Will Keep You Busy
If you’re in the Northeast United States, chances are you are in a full-fledged snowstorm when it’s supposed to be spring. If you’re miserable and snowed in with nothing to do, you may want to spend some time checking out a list of 100 Best Songs of the 1980s, compiled by NME. This one is pretty darn extensive folks. This List of 100 Best Songs from the 1980s Will Keep You Busy “Ah, the 80s. Whether you were...
The 80s Overpowered Every Other Decade in Ready Player One
While Steven Spielberg and countless other reviews revealed that Ready Player One features characters and nostalgias from multiple decades, it looks like the 80s overpowered every other decade in the film. We can tell before even seeing the film, learn why below. The 80s Overpowered Every Other Decade in Ready Player One If you complete a simple Google search on Ready Player One alone you’ll find that a vast majority of the...
How Different is the New Roseanne From the Roseanne of the 80s?
The newest episodes of Roseanne aired last night, and they really were good. Check out some of the reasons why the new Roseanne is so awesome below. How Different is the New Roseanne From the Roseanne of the 80s? There were some things that were very much so a surprise. Like the 80s phone in the kitchen was still there, the landline phone with a cord that hung on the wall, yet no one used it. You know what else no one used? A cell...
Pixel Ripped 1989 is an 80s Fan’s Dream
If you every wanted to relive one of the best decades ever, Pixel Ripped 1989 may be the way to do it. Pixel Ripped 1989 combines the awesomeness of the 80s and the gaming quality of today to bring an experience that we could never have imagined would exist. Pixel Ripped 1989 is an 80s Fan’s Dream “With many games paying homage to the nostalgia-ripe 2D-era of the ’80s and ’90s, Pixel Ripped 1989 seems like it...
Peter Frampton and More 80s Acts Head to South Florida
If you happen to be an 80s fan living in the South Florida area, you’re in for a ton of great music. Peter Frampton and many other big name 80s musicians are taking their talents to South Florida. Buckle up for this one folks. Peter Frampton and More 80s Acts Head to South Florida “Guitarist and vocalist Miller had his biggest hits in the previous decade, but the title track from this 1982 album ‘Abracadabra’...
