Part of the 80s Music Chart Challenge archive — 2,800+ curated trivia questions and growing daily.
The July 31, 2026 edition of the 80s Music Chart Challenge featured 7 Billboard Hot 100 trivia questions covering Animotion, Neil Diamond, Don Henley, and Bryan Adams. The questions span 1980 through 1989. Topics covered include Movie Soundtracks, Producers and New Wave, 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.
Which label released 'Room to Move' by Animotion?
'Room to Move' was released on the Polydor / PolyGram label, popular for synth-pop acts.
"Hello Again" by Neil Diamond was featured in a 1980 film remake starring Diamond. What was the name of that film?
"The Jazz Singer" (1980) starred Neil Diamond and featured the song "Hello Again" on its soundtrack.
Which member of The Eagles sang duet vocals with Stevie Nicks on 'Leather and Lace'?
Don Henley, drummer and vocalist of The Eagles, performed the duet with Stevie Nicks on 'Leather and Lace.'
“Cuts Like a Knife” by Bryan Adams was produced by which collaborator who later also worked with Mötley Crüe and The Cars?
Bruce Fairbairn produced Bryan Adams' “Cuts Like a Knife” and went on to work with major rock bands like Mötley Crüe and The Cars, contributing significantly to their sound.
Which instrument is played prominently by Stewart Copeland throughout “Every Little Thing She Does Is Magic” in addition to the standard drum kit?
Stewart Copeland added a glockenspiel part to 'Every Little Thing She Does Is Magic,' giving the song its distinctive chiming sound.
“Notorious” by Duran Duran was produced by Nile Rodgers, best known as a founding member of which band?
Nile Rodgers is the legendary guitarist and producer from Chic, who produced Duran Duran’s hit "Notorious."
What does the project name Lipps Inc. play on in relation to the song "Funkytown"?
Lipps Inc. is a play on "lip sync," tying the project name cleverly to the performance style.