The year 1981 was rich with pop culture icons – everything from Donkey Kong, to Princess Diana, to the launch of MTV. Even the top 40 charts were packed with quality hits. On today’s show we discuss records that featured hits from the glorious year that was 1981.

Stevie Nicks – Bella Donna (Andy)

The Police – Ghost in the Machine (Don)

Phil Collins – Face Value (Dude)

What do you think of these records? What top 40 hit from 1981 would you recommend? Tell us on the Album Nerds Discord, albumnerds.com/discord or email us, [email protected].

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