Events in Music History in November 1980

Double Fantasy

Nov 17 Geffen Records releases John Lennon and Yoko Ono's album "Double Fantasy"

9 to 5 and Odd Jobs

Nov 17 RCA-Victor Records releases "9 to 5 and Odd Jobs", the 23rd studio album by country singer-songwriter Dolly Parton

Heaven's Gate

Nov 18 "Heaven's Gate" film directed by Michael Cimino, starring Kris Kristofferson and Christopher Walken premieres - one of the biggest box office bombs ever

  • Nov 21 John Lennon and Yoko Ono pose nude for photographer Allan Tannenbaum
  • Nov 30 "Banjo Dancing" closes at Century Theater NYC after 38 performances

Perfectly Frank

Nov 30 Musical revue "Perfectly Frank", featuring songs by Frank Loesser, opens at Helen Hayes Theater, NYC; runs for 16 performances