Part of the 80s Music Chart Challenge archive — 2,800+ curated trivia questions and growing daily.
The June 28, 2026 edition of the 80s Music Chart Challenge featured 7 Billboard Hot 100 trivia questions covering The Brothers Johnson, Peter Gabriel, Quarterflash, and Eria Fachin. The questions span 1980 through 1989. Topics covered include MTV Era, Producers and Grammy History, with difficulty levels ranging from 3 moderate, 3 hard, 1 expert. Each question includes the correct answer and a detailed explanation covering chart positions, artist background, and production context.
This archive page preserves the daily quiz as published, with answers and explanations included.
Who produced The Brothers Johnson’s album containing the hit “Stomp!”?
Quincy Jones’s production helped translate the band’s funk energy into clean, radio-friendly records.
Peter Gabriel's 'Sledgehammer' video famously used stop-motion animation. What two items were shown dancing on a platter during the song's instrumental break?
The groundbreaking, award-winning video included a memorable and quirky scene of two raw chickens dancing to the music, animated by Aardman Animations.
“Take Me to Heart” was a hit for which band?
“Take Me to Heart” was a 1983 hit for Quarterflash, known for its catchy rock sound and prominent saxophone parts.
Who is the credited songwriter on Eria Fachin's 'Savin’ Myself'?
D. Lodge is credited as the songwriter behind 'Savin’ Myself' along with Eria Fachin.
"Cross My Heart" by Eighth Wonder was written by which songwriter?
Michael Jay wrote "Cross My Heart," known for his pop songwriting in the late 1980s.
Def Leppard’s “Photograph” was produced by which hitmaker known as “Mutt”?
"Mutt" Lange produced Def Leppard’s "Photograph," shaping its polished, radio-friendly sound.
“Time Will Reveal” by DeBarge reflects which type of Motown-era act?
DeBarge’s “Time Will Reveal” exemplifies the Motown tradition of sibling vocal groups known for their soulful harmonies.