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This "King of Pop" released the best-selling album of all time, Thriller, in 1982.
Michael Jackson
Which band sang "Rock You" and "Another One Bites the Dust"?
Queen
"Take on Me" was a massive hit for this Norwegian band.
A-ha
MTV launched in 1981 with this song by The Buggles.
"Video Killed the Radio Star"
“Every breath you take, every move you make…”
The Police
This "Material Girl" singer became a fashion and music icon in the 80s.
Madonna
Which band sings "Jump"?
Van Halen
"Come on Eileen" is this band's signature hit.
Dexys Midnight Runners
This superstar’s Thriller video featured zombies and a legendary dance.
Michael Jackson
“Don’t stop believin’, hold on to that feelin’…”
Journey
Who sang "Uptown Girl"?
Billy Joel
Bon Jovi
“Tainted Love” was a synth-pop smash for this band.
Soft Cell
MTV helped launch this genre featuring artists like Run-D.M.C. and LL Cool J.
Hip-hop and rap
“I come from a land down under…”
Men at Work
Who sang "Girls Just Wanna Have Fun"?
Cyndi Lauper
They sang "Sweet Child 'o Mine" in 1987.
Guns 'n Roses
"99 Luftballons” was a protest song by this German artist.
Nena
This British band’s “Rio” and “Hungry Like the Wolf” were MTV favorites.
Duran Duran
“She’s got electric boots, a mohair suit…”
Elton John
This British pop duo sang "Wake me up before you go-go"
Wham!
Which band sang "You Rock Me All Night Long"?
AC/DC
“Mickey” was this cheerleader anthem's chant-heavy hit.
Toni Basil
What does MTV stand for?
Music Television
“Just a small-town girl, living in a lonely world…”
Journey