Stephen Cassidy
@stephencassidynl.bsky.social
Music clips from the late 70’s & early 80’s… (Best years for music) work in healthcare and dance is my life! “An Irish man in Holland”.
Today Dec 21, back in 1979, Madness unleashed “My Girl”.
Keyboardist Mike Barson, then driving a banana van, nicked the phrase from a chatty mate and his own love life. “My girl did this my girl did that. Suggs’ cheeky vocals, sax riffs, and the band’s ska chaos made it pure Nutty Boys magic! #ska
Keyboardist Mike Barson, then driving a banana van, nicked the phrase from a chatty mate and his own love life. “My girl did this my girl did that. Suggs’ cheeky vocals, sax riffs, and the band’s ska chaos made it pure Nutty Boys magic! #ska
December 21, 2025 at 12:05 PM
Today Dec 21, back in 1979, Madness unleashed “My Girl”.
Keyboardist Mike Barson, then driving a banana van, nicked the phrase from a chatty mate and his own love life. “My girl did this my girl did that. Suggs’ cheeky vocals, sax riffs, and the band’s ska chaos made it pure Nutty Boys magic! #ska
Keyboardist Mike Barson, then driving a banana van, nicked the phrase from a chatty mate and his own love life. “My girl did this my girl did that. Suggs’ cheeky vocals, sax riffs, and the band’s ska chaos made it pure Nutty Boys magic! #ska
Nov 26, 1976: Anarchy in the U.K. drops. Outsiders heard chaos; we didn’t. As punk kids, we were having fun, experimenting, and making our own music because rock felt tired and the old styles weren’t ours.
#punk
#punk
November 26, 2025 at 11:27 PM
Nov 26, 1976: Anarchy in the U.K. drops. Outsiders heard chaos; we didn’t. As punk kids, we were having fun, experimenting, and making our own music because rock felt tired and the old styles weren’t ours.
#punk
#punk
On this day 46 years ago, Madness released One Step Beyond! The 80s were a golden era for music, bursting with energy, style, and ska rhythms. Fun fact: the famous intro shout wasn’t by Suggs but by their tour manager, Chas Smash! Why do you think the album cover is why it is?
#madness #ska #80s
#madness #ska #80s
October 26, 2025 at 8:25 AM
🍻 🍻 HURRY UP HARRY – SHAM’S PUB ANTHEM! 🍻
On this day in 1978, Sham 69 dropped Hurry Up Harry, loud, proud, and straight from the bar. Punk’s first wave was fading, but Sham kept it working-class and singalong. “We’re going down the pub!” still echoes in pint glasses today. 🖤🎸🍺 #punk #Sham69 #Oi
On this day in 1978, Sham 69 dropped Hurry Up Harry, loud, proud, and straight from the bar. Punk’s first wave was fading, but Sham kept it working-class and singalong. “We’re going down the pub!” still echoes in pint glasses today. 🖤🎸🍺 #punk #Sham69 #Oi
October 12, 2025 at 11:17 AM
On this day 46 years ago, The Specials dropped “A Message to You, Rudy”, a perfect blend of Jamaican ska & UK punk in the 2‐Tone movement. Fun fact: Trombonist Rico Rodriguez played on both the original and The Specials’ version. How cool is that! Ska united Black & white youth in ‘70s UK.
#ska
#ska
October 12, 2025 at 10:55 AM
On this day 46 years ago, The Specials dropped “A Message to You, Rudy”, a perfect blend of Jamaican ska & UK punk in the 2‐Tone movement. Fun fact: Trombonist Rico Rodriguez played on both the original and The Specials’ version. How cool is that! Ska united Black & white youth in ‘70s UK.
#ska
#ska
This week in 1979, Thin Lizzy released Sarah, written by proud Irishman Phil Lynott for his newborn daughter. Gary Moore played guitar, Huey Lewis added harmonica. Early US copies misprinted it as My Sarah. Fun fact: Phil’s mum went to bingo with my mum in Dublin! #irish #PhilLynott #thinlizzy #dubs
October 12, 2025 at 10:31 AM
This week in 1979, Thin Lizzy released Sarah, written by proud Irishman Phil Lynott for his newborn daughter. Gary Moore played guitar, Huey Lewis added harmonica. Early US copies misprinted it as My Sarah. Fun fact: Phil’s mum went to bingo with my mum in Dublin! #irish #PhilLynott #thinlizzy #dubs
Today in 1980 - “Lip Up Fatty” was Bad Manners’ first single, a ska anthem led by frontman Buster Bloodvessel. Its title came from a school catchphrase. Their energy helped launch the band in the UK’s 2-Tone ska scene. #80s #ska #2tone #badmanners
September 12, 2025 at 10:21 AM
Today in 1980 - “Lip Up Fatty” was Bad Manners’ first single, a ska anthem led by frontman Buster Bloodvessel. Its title came from a school catchphrase. Their energy helped launch the band in the UK’s 2-Tone ska scene. #80s #ska #2tone #badmanners
In this clip Michael Jackson’s 1974 performance of “Killing me softly with his song”, was part of a medley on The Tonight Show, which also included By the Time I Get to Phoenix and Danny Boy.
September 4, 2025 at 10:26 AM
In this clip Michael Jackson’s 1974 performance of “Killing me softly with his song”, was part of a medley on The Tonight Show, which also included By the Time I Get to Phoenix and Danny Boy.
Vuela, Vuela was a Spanish cover of the 1986 French hit “Voyage, Voyage” by Desireless that Magneto initially resisted recording? Despite their doubts, it became their breakthrough international hit earning Gold status in Spain and landing on Billboard’s list of top boy‑band tracks 80’s life
July 11, 2025 at 11:19 PM
Vuela, Vuela was a Spanish cover of the 1986 French hit “Voyage, Voyage” by Desireless that Magneto initially resisted recording? Despite their doubts, it became their breakthrough international hit earning Gold status in Spain and landing on Billboard’s list of top boy‑band tracks 80’s life
Watch this special performance of Why Worry with Mark Knopfler, Chet Atkins, and the Everly Brothers. Knopfler humbly joins his heroes, despite writing the song himself. Chet Atkins deeply influenced him—this heartfelt moment was truly a dream come true for Mark. #NoHashtagsNecassary
June 26, 2025 at 5:58 PM
Watch this special performance of Why Worry with Mark Knopfler, Chet Atkins, and the Everly Brothers. Knopfler humbly joins his heroes, despite writing the song himself. Chet Atkins deeply influenced him—this heartfelt moment was truly a dream come true for Mark. #NoHashtagsNecassary
On this day in 1983, Dexys Midnight Runners hit #1 on the US Billboard Hot 100 with “Come On Eileen.” The catchy tune, blending pop and Celtic folk, became their biggest international hit and a defining 80s anthem.
#comeoneileen #dexysmidnightrunners #dexys #80smusic #irish #celtic
#comeoneileen #dexysmidnightrunners #dexys #80smusic #irish #celtic
April 23, 2025 at 8:47 PM
On this day in 1983, Dexys Midnight Runners hit #1 on the US Billboard Hot 100 with “Come On Eileen.” The catchy tune, blending pop and Celtic folk, became their biggest international hit and a defining 80s anthem.
#comeoneileen #dexysmidnightrunners #dexys #80smusic #irish #celtic
#comeoneileen #dexysmidnightrunners #dexys #80smusic #irish #celtic
Thriller a cappella let’s you understand how impressive Michael Jackson was as a singer.
The 13:40-minute Thriller music video was released in December 1983 to promote the single. Directed by John Landis, it is often considered the best and most popular music video of all time. #michaelJackson
The 13:40-minute Thriller music video was released in December 1983 to promote the single. Directed by John Landis, it is often considered the best and most popular music video of all time. #michaelJackson
March 24, 2025 at 10:36 PM
Thriller a cappella let’s you understand how impressive Michael Jackson was as a singer.
The 13:40-minute Thriller music video was released in December 1983 to promote the single. Directed by John Landis, it is often considered the best and most popular music video of all time. #michaelJackson
The 13:40-minute Thriller music video was released in December 1983 to promote the single. Directed by John Landis, it is often considered the best and most popular music video of all time. #michaelJackson
A brilliant version of, Beethoven's 5th symphony on an acoustic guitar…
March 4, 2025 at 11:25 PM
A brilliant version of, Beethoven's 5th symphony on an acoustic guitar…
On this day in 1977, Ultravox! released their self-titled debut album. Formed in London in 1974, Ultravox became a leading new romantic band, scoring seven Top Ten albums and 17 Top 40 singles in the UK between 1980 and 1986, including their biggest hit, Vienna (1981). #Ultravox
February 25, 2025 at 7:26 PM
On this day in 1977, Ultravox! released their self-titled debut album. Formed in London in 1974, Ultravox became a leading new romantic band, scoring seven Top Ten albums and 17 Top 40 singles in the UK between 1980 and 1986, including their biggest hit, Vienna (1981). #Ultravox
February 18, 2025 at 8:24 PM
Witness the athleticism, speed, and agility of the original Lindy Hoppers from Harlem’s Savoy Ballroom! This iconic 1941 Hellzapoppin’ scene showcases Whitey’s Lindy Hoppers at their peak. Born in the ’20s, Lindy Hop evolved into Boogie and Rock ’n Roll. Pure brilliance! #lindyhop #rocknroll #dance
January 25, 2025 at 1:41 AM
Witness the athleticism, speed, and agility of the original Lindy Hoppers from Harlem’s Savoy Ballroom! This iconic 1941 Hellzapoppin’ scene showcases Whitey’s Lindy Hoppers at their peak. Born in the ’20s, Lindy Hop evolved into Boogie and Rock ’n Roll. Pure brilliance! #lindyhop #rocknroll #dance
michael jackson singing acapella…
January 18, 2025 at 11:19 AM
michael jackson singing acapella…
Bee Gees acapella of How deep is your love on the Des o Connor show back in 1998. They probably sung this better than the original version!
January 5, 2025 at 1:09 PM
Bee Gees acapella of How deep is your love on the Des o Connor show back in 1998. They probably sung this better than the original version!
In 1985, a-ha’s “Take On Me” revolutionized music videos with its groundbreaking $100,000 production. Many believe it was inspired by The Doors. Often seen as a-ha’s “one-hit wonder,” it featured Therese “Bunty” Bailey, a former Hot Gossip dancer, as the lead actress. #synth-pop #newwave #a-ha #80s
December 28, 2024 at 1:25 AM
In 1985, a-ha’s “Take On Me” revolutionized music videos with its groundbreaking $100,000 production. Many believe it was inspired by The Doors. Often seen as a-ha’s “one-hit wonder,” it featured Therese “Bunty” Bailey, a former Hot Gossip dancer, as the lead actress. #synth-pop #newwave #a-ha #80s
The Pogues’ name comes from “póg mo thóin,” Irish for “kiss my arse.” Their iconic Irish folk ballad, written as a duet, features MacGowan and MacColl as the male and female leads. Released on 23 November 1987, it remains a timeless classic. Shane died in nov 2023.
December 25, 2024 at 12:44 AM
The Pogues’ name comes from “póg mo thóin,” Irish for “kiss my arse.” Their iconic Irish folk ballad, written as a duet, features MacGowan and MacColl as the male and female leads. Released on 23 November 1987, it remains a timeless classic. Shane died in nov 2023.
Slade earns about 1/2 ml in royalties each Christmas from their ‘73 hit “Merry Xmas Everybody,” likely the most enduring holiday hit ever. At 8, I saw them live in Wolverhampton, where they were booed off stage! Fact: their drummer once worked for my dad as a painter. 51 years on, it’s still a hit!
December 23, 2024 at 8:12 PM
Slade earns about 1/2 ml in royalties each Christmas from their ‘73 hit “Merry Xmas Everybody,” likely the most enduring holiday hit ever. At 8, I saw them live in Wolverhampton, where they were booed off stage! Fact: their drummer once worked for my dad as a painter. 51 years on, it’s still a hit!
December 22, 2024 at 12:01 PM