Rewinding Music History: Janet Jackson, Queen, Bon Jovi, and Beastie Boys in 1986

Today in Music History is your daily dose of musical nostalgia. Journey back to 1986, an era of synthesisers, drum machines and the rise of the music video. This podcast includes stories of ground-breaking artists such as Janet Jackson, Queen, Bon Jovi and Beastie Boys who reshaped the music industry on this day. Jackson released her transformative album "Control" climbing to number one on the Billboard 200. Tragedy struck Queen as Freddie Mercury revealed his AIDS diagnosis, following that, their classic hit "Bohemian Rhapsody" skyrocketed, capturing number 2 on the UK charts. Bon Jovi's anthem of the decade, "Livin' on a Prayer", began its ascension, while Beastie Boys crashed into the scene introducing Hip-hop into mainstream music with their debut album 'Licensed to Ill’. So, sit back and let us transport you to a time when music was not just a listen, but an experience. Join us again tomorrow as we delve into another memorable day in the 1980s. Brought to you by c.h.e.f.d.r. dot com.