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Tony Wellington
Author and music writer focused on popular music history, here discussing his book Mixtapes and MTV and offering expert commentary on the triumphs and tragedies of 1980s music.
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Dec 6, 2025
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From Mixtapes to MTV: The Music of the 1980s with Tony Wellington
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Tony Wellington, an author and music writer focused on popular music history, dives into the enchanting chaos of 1980s music. He explores the impact of MTV on the British Invasion and unpacks Michael Jackson's 'Thriller' as a game changer for music videos. Wellington discusses Madonna's rise through provocative imagery and traces the roots of house music and rap's entrance onto mainstream platforms. From charity rock anthems to protest music reflecting Cold War fears, he captures the decade's musical contradictions brilliantly.
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