The Buggles – Video Killed the Radio Star
The Buggles – Video Killed the Radio Star (1979)
Directed by: Russell Mulcahy
The Buggles’ “Video Killed the Radio Star,” released on September 7, 1979, is a seminal track from their album *The Age of Plastic*. This new wave and synth-pop song, written by Trevor Horn, Geoff Downes, and Bruce Woolley, explores the impact of emerging technologies on the music industry. The accompanying music video, directed by Russell Mulcahy, is notable for being the first video ever aired on MTV, marking a significant moment in music history.
