What Happened in Nov 1982

Venom release Black Metal

Black Metal is the second album by the English band Venom. It was released in November 1982 and is considered a major influence on the thrash... Read more

Atari Releases the 5200

The Atari 5200 SuperSystem, or simply the Atari 5200, is a video game console that was introduced in 1982 by Atari Inc. as a replacement for the... Read more

Bill Clinton re-elected as Governor of Arkansas

He helped Arkansas transform its economy and significantly improve the state's educational system. He became a leading figure among the New... Read more

FDA Approves BTA's Cardizem to Lower Hypertension

Cardizem is a medication distributed by BTA Pharmaceuticals that is used to treat severe chest pain and high blood pressure. Cardizem works by... Read more

The Eagles release Greatest Hits, Vol. 2

Eagles Greatest Hits, Vol. 2 is the second compilation album by the Eagles. It features many of their biggest hits not on Their Greatest Hits... Read more

FDA Approves Upjohn's Halcion

Halcion is used for short-term treatment of insomnia. It is a member of the benzodiazepine class of drugs, many of which are used as tranquilizers. Read more

Cal vs. Stanford: "The Play"

The Play refers to a last-second kickoff return during a college football game between the University of California Golden Bears and the Stanford... Read more

"Gandhi" Is Released

Gandhi is a 1982 biographical film about Mohandas (Mahatma) Gandhi, who led the nonviolent resistance movement against British colonial rule in... Read more

Michael Jackson Releases "Thriller"

Thriller is the sixth studio album by American recording artist Michael Jackson. The album was released on November 30, 1982 by Epic Records as the... Read more

Violent Femmes release their self-titled debut

Violent Femmes is the debut album by Violent Femmes, released on November 30, 1982, and again one year later (with two extra tracks "Ugly" and... Read more