A seminal day in music history is celebrated every August 1st when we pay tribute to the sonic and cultural world-wide earthquake that was the day MTV debuted.
As we celebrate the 44th anniversary of MTV, take a look at the YouTube video of the nascent moments of the fledgling network that would shake the world of music and the world as a whole.
This from the Ambient Music YouTube page – the first THREE hours of MTV’s broadcast.
Step back in time to August 1, 1981, and experience history as it unfolded! Witness the iconic debut of MTV with its first 3 hours of programming, featuring the legendary “Video Killed the Radio Star” by The Buggles, and a groundbreaking lineup of music videos that changed entertainment forever. Relive the magic, the music, and the moment that launched a cultural revolution. Streaming now don’t miss this nostalgic journey!
[YouTube: AMBIENT MUSIC]


