80’s At 8 Rockturnal With Scotty B Tuesday 05-16-23
SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE — Episode 14 — Pictured: (l-r) John Tayor, Robert Palmer of musical guest Power Station performs on February 16, 1985 — (Photo by: Al Levine/NBCU Photo Bank/NBCUniversal via Getty Images via Getty Images)
On tonight’s 80’s at 8 The 80’s super group Power Station kicked it off with “Get It On (Bang a Gong)”. The Power Station, a supergroup formed by members of Duran Duran and Chic, brought together a wealth of talent to create a unique fusion of rock, funk, and new wave influences. Consisting of Robert Palmer on lead vocals, Andy Taylor on guitar, John Taylor on bass, and Tony Thompson on drums, the band established a distinctive sound that set them apart from their individual projects. The Power Station’s “Get It On (Bang a Gong)” showcased a distinctive blend of rock and funk that appealed to a wide range of listeners. It seamlessly merged the melodic sensibilities of new wave with the hard-hitting energy of rock, resulting in a sound that defied genre boundaries. This cross-genre appeal allowed the song to transcend its era and remain relevant for generations to come. Upon its release, “Get It On (Bang a Gong)” made an immediate impact on the music scene, reaching the top 10 in several countries, including the United States and the United Kingdom. Its success solidified The Power Station’s status as a force to be reckoned with and added to the individual legacies of the band member’s “Get It On (Bang a Gong)” is from their self titled debut album that reached #6 on the US Billboard 200 album chart and the three singles that were released from the album were all hits in the US. The music video showcases Lead singer Robert Palmers coolness while a woman cooks breakfast then sits under a hair dryer and starts dancing then catches fire while the rest of the band is rockin out. You can check it out below:
The second track in tonight’s 80’s at 8 was “Fields of Fire” by Big Country. It was released in 1983 as the lead single from their debut album “The Crossing,” this iconic track showcased the Scottish band’s unique sound and poetic storytelling. With its soaring guitars, passionate vocals, and powerful lyrics, “Fields of Fire” remains a timeless anthem that continues to ignite the hearts of listeners. “Fields of Fire” garnered critical acclaim upon its release and reached # 52 on the Billboard Hot 100 and it reached the top 10 on the UK charts. The music video begins with a young boy on a train and the passengers on the train are the band members playing their instruments. When they arrive at their destination they follow a Scotsman into a world war battle that they end up fighting in. You can check it out below:
