"I'm In The Mood For Dancing" by the Nolan Sisters (later The Nolans) was number 40 in the first UK Singles Chart chart of 1980 and went on to peak at number 3 in February 1980. It was their second of 8 UK Top 40 Singles and first of 3 to reach the Top Ten.
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"Green Onions" by Booker T and The M.G.S was number 39 on the first UK Singles Chart of 1980 and went on to peak at number 7. Originally released in 1962, it had not been a UK hit until now. It was their second of 2 UK Top 10s & last of 4 Top 40s (first since 1969).
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