We take a nostalgic journey through the Billboard Hot 100 chart from June 7, 1980, and explore musical milestones of that year including Frank Sinatra's comeback and Peter Gabriel's innovative album "Melt."
• Examination of Billboard Hot 100 hits from June 7, 1980
• Discussion of Frank Sinatra's "Theme from New York, New York" which became his signature song despite being recorded in 1980
• Analysis of Christopher Cross's popularity and Michael McDonald's distinctive backing vocals on "Ride Like the Wind"
• Exploration of the Mount St. Helens eruption and photographer Robert Landsberg's heroic final act
• Recap of the Virginia Highland Porch Fest featuring Jimmy Guthrie's performance with the Concord Grapes
• Minute with Jimmy segment featuring Tommy Stinson from The Replacements
• Deep dive into Peter Gabriel's "Games Without Frontiers" and other significant releases from May 1980
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