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 ...

While Heart boasted a string of hits in the 1970s and early 80s, including tracks like “Magic Man” and “Barracuda”, their 1986 song “These Dreams” marked the group’s first No. 1 on the Billboard Hot ...

These songs — a mix of singles and album tracks — reflect the turning tide: Rock, metal, alternative, pop, new wave and dance music all vie for a position in the best songs of 1986. There may not ...