Poquoson High School - Islander / York Chronicle Yearbook (Poquoson, VA)

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“You Can Still Rock In America’”’ Music. Yes, ladies and gentle- men, that’s what it’s all about. The music of 1984 will forever bring back those good old high school memories. The super group Van Halen knew this would be a special year for they titled their new album simply 1984. The music man of the year was, of course, Michael Jackson. His album Thriller raked in a record 8 Grammys and sold over 25 million copies. The Police’s unique sound made them a favorite, selling out concerts all over the world. Their hit single, “‘Every Breath You Take,’ was voted the song of 1983. Culture Club successfully shocked the world with not only their music but also with their bi- zarre lead singer Boy George. Many new and unusual groups highlight- ed this year in the music world. Some of these new acts included Eurythmics, Duran Duran, Motley Crue, Big Country, Cindy Lauper, Stray Cats, U2, and the list goes on. Making a dramatic comeback this year were The Prentenders, Bonnie Tyler, and the dynamic Yes. The heavy metal group, Quiet Riot made a record sale for their debut LP and gave the world a new way to “‘feel the noize!”’ A special music anniversary was celebrated in 1984. The first major British invasion occurred 20 years ago with the arrival of The Beatles in America. Paul, John, George, and Ringo were names that would send teenagers into a frenzy two decades past. Today they are looked upon as rock superstars who will be a part of music history eternally. Music is such an important aspect of life that it served as the foundation of the 1983-1984 year- book. The music of 1984 will re- mind us of a time of a carefree youthful existence. It allowed us to dream, celebrate, fantasize, and to feel. Remember, “You Can Still Rock In America!” Well, these boys definitely have the looks that kill. Above is the hard rock band Motley Criie and to the right is the infamous Boy George of the new group The Culture Club. Above: The Police are Stuart Copelanc Sting, and Andy Summers. Their albun Synchronicity was quite a sensation Left: The one and only Michael Jackson His upbeat songs such as “‘Beat It” an “Billie Jean” led him to a year of musicz and financial prosperity.

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WINTER Q@29 OLYMPICS SARAJEVO 1984 The advent of 1984 brought with it the Winter Olympic Games held in Sarajevo, Yugo- slavia. As in every Olympic Games, the U.S. achieved great success and crowned winners in many events. Some of the win- ners were: (clkws from top) Phil Mahre, Scott Hamilton, Bill Johnson, Kitty and Peter Car- ruthers, and the U.S. Olympic Team. Sarajevo will be a special place for all the athletes and the U.S. is anxiously awaiting the L.A. Games. a ed . ¥ hind i On November 22, 1983, the na- tion reflected on that dreaded day when President John F. Kennedy was assassinated. Though the tragedy occurred 20 years ago, Americans still remember it vividly. The great orator, his beautiful wife and children, and days of Camelot will live in our memories forever. Making their debut this year was the first American woman astro- naut, Sally Ride, and the first black presidential candidate Jes- se Jackson. World News 7

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David Lee Roth and Edwarc Van Halen of Van Halen are still going strong are prob- ably celebrating as their hi single “Jump” went 1. Quiet Riot broke the recorc for top sells on a first LP. Songs like “‘Metal Health”’ “Let's Get Crazy” were the cause of much headbanging MUSIC TELEVISION MTV continued to spice up the music world with a continual sup- ply of video and song. This new dimension of music is here to stay! Duran Duran proved themselves masters of the video spectrum when they picked up two Grammys for their short and long form videos. Their first song we will probably all remember was eoipary Like A Wolf.” Music News 9