But as the list below of the Top 40 Songs of 1986 selected by the UCR staff shows, there was more than meets the eye. There was a shift toward change as popular music expanded its boundaries, and even ...

Prince reached the top spot on Rolling Stone's best-of '80s list.

Boy, was 1986 the year for classic rock anthems and songs that would remain popular for years! These tunes can't be beat.

What songs were rocking college rock radio back in 1986? Let's take a closer look. As we hop in the way-back machine, we're ...

Looking back, 1986 doesn't seem to be a pivotal year in music history. Throughout the year, new artists emerged, veterans were still a presence on the charts, and the top records of the year featured ...