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Hooters, The
"Nervous Night"

Released in 1985

The Hooters are a band from Philadelphia named after the nickname for a keyboard harmonica instrument found on many of their songs. The band had a pretty amazing time in 1985. Not only did they find mainstream success with "Nervous Night" and several songs played heavily on MTV, but they performed at Live Aid in Philly - a testament to their popularity there.

In my opinion "And We Danced" (from this album) is one of the the top 20 songs of the 1980s...


Here are two more tracks to check out






 

COLUMNS


Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites... 04/23/2026

April 26, 2009; 17 years to the day this Sunday that "Danny Coleman's Rock On Radio" took to the airwaves on WIFI 1460 AM radio. Can it be that long? The answer is yes it can be and yes it has. 




This Week in Music: Previews for Concerts from April 21-27, 2026




BlowUpRadio.com's New & Notable NJ Music 4/20/26




Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Once I Wake Up" by Sam Tunkel








 

MORE NEWS

Lenny Kaye has announced his debut solo record, Goin' Local out July 17, 2026 via Yep Roc Records. At 79, the bonafide punk pioneer and "godfather of garage rock" (NPR Music) steps forward with a deeply personal collection written over the course of many years - piecing together a lifetime of experiences and expansive musical language to find his truest voice.


Union County Students Earn Top Honors at International Music Festival; Invited to Perform at Carnegie Hall and Lincoln Center




Lost Romance Announces Intimate U.K. Solo Acoustic Tour




Makin Waves with Jackson Pines: 'Music Revisited'




Punch Brothers to Kick off 28-City Tour at Mayo Performing Arts Center on May 14th








 

UPCOMING SHOWS


State Theatre New Jersey presents The Sound Studio Series 2026

(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- State Theatre New Jersey proudly presents The Sound Studio Series, an immersive musical experience that places concertgoers at the very heart of the performance. Held in STNJ's intimate Studio space, limited to just 80 attendees, The Sound Studio Series features a dynamic mix of both classical and rock performances. Each concert concludes with an exclusive post-show meet-and-greet with the artists, offering fans a rare opportunity to connect directly with the performers. Tickets for the series are $20-$30.


Bruce Springsteen And The E Street Band's Land Of Hope And Dreams American Tour Announced For Spring 2026




Get the Led Out to Perform Three Nights at Scottish Rite Auditorium




The Lizzie Rose Music Room presents Jonatha Brooke