Kecoughtan High School - Tomahawk Yearbook (Hampton, VA)

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BROWSING THROUGH MOTHER’S RECORDS, senior Mark Linder finds “Synchronicity” by The Police. “NEW MOON ON MONDAY” is just one reason Duran Duran played to a capacity crowd at the Coliseum in March. Hit artists top concert agenda M usic! A dominating influence upon the youth of every era, and we were no exception. The emergence of Michael Jack- son as a pop superstar was the highlight of the year. Videos, such as Jackson’s “Thriller,” burst onto the music scene and shaped our musical tastes. From obscure groups to the most popular, video music featured them all. We found ourselves listening to everything from “funk” to “punk.” Local radio stations, as usual, played a major role in the development of our listening habits. Those who were addicts of one music type found themselves changing their radio dials every other month. The local stations, much to the disapproval of the public, changed formats as fast as the seasons came and went. The concert agenda for the area was “hot.” Between the Coliseum, Scope, and William and Mary Hall, Tidewater welcomed some of the best bands in the country. “Duran Duran was the best con¬ cert of the year, and the Kinks a close second,” said junior Beth Hawn. “Luther Vandross was an excellent show,” said junior Rachel Neal. “AC DC! They were great,” ex¬ claimed junior Lisa Tiechman. New artists appeared with new styles, looks, and concepts. Culture Club, probably the most famous of the new groups, shocked the world with lead singer Boy George, and his drag-queen outfits. As the music careers of new artists were being launched, several great artists’ careers ended suddenly. The country was saddened with the loss of such greats as Dennis Wilson of the Beach Boys and singer Marvin Gaye. Overall, as the year drew to a close, it was evident that we had enjoyed some of the most talented artist of the times and our musical thirst had been quenched. Music and Concerts 19

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LEATHER CLAD BILLY IDOL hit the charts this year with such songs as “White Wedding” and “Rebel Yell.” SINGER BILLY JOEL delighted local crowds with his appearance at Scope in March. THE POLICE HIT THE CHARTS again and again with their million seller album “Sychronici- ty.” INSIDE MOTHER’S RECORDS STORE, TICKETRON is the place to purchase tickets to any event in the area. SOUL SINGER DIANA ROSS continues to be in the limelight.

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SWEEPING UP THE PARK¬ ING LOT is one of senior Scott Seymour’s daily chores at Burger King. “IT’S A SIZE 13!” Senior Debbie Strickland helps senior Donald Guthrie buy a pair of shoes at Kinney’s Shoe Store. SENIOR KIM EARLS shows a customer the latest in jackets at D J’s in Coliseum Mall where she works part-time. “SMILE! LOOK AT THE TEDDY!” The Easter Bunny’s helper, senior Lee-Ann Smith, tries to get a smile out of a reluctant visitor.