Debbie Gibson boasted serious musical chops from a young age, and wrote all her own songs. Her 1986 debut single "Only in My Dreams," released when she was just 16, remains one of the most timeless ...

The music of the 1980s reflected the era’s sweeping cultural shifts and technological advancements, producing a diverse array of sounds and styles that continue to influence contemporary music.

For members of The Bangles, the quintessential all-female band of the 1980s, “Walk Like An Egyptian” was an aberration — not just a departure from their rock-influenced roots, but running counter to ...