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WATCH | This was the first music video played on MTV in 1981
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4.6K views · 104 reactions |  On August 1, 1981, MTV changed the course of music history with The Buggles' iconic "Video Killed the Radio Star." This cable television debut revolutionized how the world watched and listened to music, ushering in the golden age of music videos and propelling artists from across the globe to stardom. Music was never the same again!   What's your favorite music video? ✌️ . #80s #vibes #music #lifestyle #MTV | 80's Flashback Videos | Facebook
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The debut of MTV (Music Television) on August 1, 1981, marked a revolutionary moment in the entertainment industry. Launched as the first 24-hour music video cable channel, MTV promised to transform how audiences consumed music by combining it with a visual medium. The iconic opening sequence featured footage of a moon landing, with the American flag replaced by an MTV logo, signaling the bold, cutting-edge spirit of the channel. At 12:01 a.m., MTV aired its first-ever music video, “Video Killed
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