Part of the 80s Music Chart Challenge archive — 2,800+ curated trivia questions and growing daily.
The August 7, 2026 archive collects 7 Billboard Hot 100 questions drawn from 1980–1989. Expect material connected to Randy Newman, Duran Duran, and Lionel Richie. The themes reach into New Wave and Producers. The challenge builds from 3 moderate warm-ups toward 3 hard and 1 expert questions. In total the set spans 7 different acts from the decade. It is one entry in a growing archive of daily 1980s chart quizzes. Stylistically it moves between soul, funk, and rock. The answers and explanations are included, so it reads as well as it plays.
This archive page preserves the daily quiz as published, with answers and explanations included.
Which producer worked with Pet Shop Boys on 'Left to My Own Devices'?
Arthur Baker produced 'Left to My Own Devices,' contributing to the Pet Shop Boys’ distinctive electronic sound.
“Hello” by Lionel Richie appears on which album?
“Hello” was one of Lionel Richie's biggest hits from his 1983 album 'Can’t Slow Down.'
“New Moon on Monday” by Duran Duran appears on which album?
“New Moon on Monday” was a single from Duran Duran’s 1983 album 'Seven and the Ragged Tiger,' following their early success.
"Jojo" was a hit for which artist in 1980?
"Jojo" was released by Boz Scaggs as a single in 1980, continuing his blend of rock and soul influences.
"It's Money That Matters" by Randy Newman was produced by which Dire Straits member?
Mark Knopfler lent his production expertise to Randy Newman's "It's Money That Matters," merging distinctive musical styles.
Which producer is credited on Paula Abdul’s “Cold Hearted”?
Oliver Leiber produced Paula Abdul’s 'Cold Hearted,' contributing to its distinctive blend of pop and funk sounds.
Cheap Trick's 1982 song "If You Want My Love" appeared on which album produced by Roy Thomas Baker?
"If You Want My Love" is featured on "One on One," an album produced by Roy Thomas Baker that showcased a polished rock sound for Cheap Trick.