Rare Footage from 1981

1980s

Explore 50 rare behind-the-scenes clips and footage of famous musicians from 1981.

1981 in Music

MTV launched, changing music forever. Bob Marley died. The Rolling Stones' 'Tattoo You' tour. U2 released 'October'. The Go-Go's became the first all-female band to top the album charts. Soft Cell released 'Tainted Love'. Synthesisers were taking over pop.

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