Five Underrated Albums: 1980

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The year 1980 marked a transitional moment in popular music. Punk had fractured into post-punk, new wave was rising, and established artists were exploring deeper, more experimental waters. While some albums soared up the charts, others — often more daring or emotionally complex — flew under the radar.

These albums pushed boundaries, told deeper stories, and left behind legacies far larger than their initial sales might suggest.

Here are five albums from 1980 that didn’t receive the mainstream recognition they deserved in their time but have since gained devoted followings and critical reevaluation.

Peter Gabriel – Peter Gabriel (Melt)
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MTG Jumpstart Cube: Black Spotlight

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By Serena L.

Hey, guys! It’s Serena!

It’s time for the third color on our list for the Jumpstart cube. This time, we’re covering black, my personal favorite. To go over the basics, we’re doing 20 card packs, each with three rares, at least one piece of removal, six basic lands, and an Evolving Wilds. We’ve previously covered white and blue.

Cards used in the Aristocrats pack in the Jumpstart cube
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A Deep Dive into Vinyl Record Sleeve Materials

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Whether you’re a casual collector or a hardcore audiophile, the sleeves you use for your vinyl records can make a big difference in long-term preservation.

Investing in high-quality sleeves is one of the simplest, most effective ways to keep your vinyl collection clean, safe, and sound its best for decades.

The materials used for inner and outer sleeves affect everything from dust resistance to how your records age.

Record Outer Sleeves
Record Outer Sleeves

Here’s a look at options and what to consider:

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Pokémon Deck Tech: Gholdengo x Ceruledge

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Both Gholdengo ex and Ceruledge ex are proven decks. While neither is at the top of the meta, both are solid performers that can threaten almost any deck. However, both come with some downsides. Gholdengo needs to constantly recycle energy, or it runs out of steam, and Ceruledge needs to fill the discard pile with energy as quickly as possible. With this in mind, I thought I would combine the two, as they work well together.

Gholdengo ex Ceruledge ex deck in use.
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MTG Jumpstart Cube: Blue Spotlight

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By Serena L.

Hi guys! It’s Serena back again!

This time we’re diving into the four blue packs in my Jumpstart cube. As a refresher, each of these twenty card packs will have 6 basic lands, an Evolving Wilds, at least one piece of removal and 3 rares. Since we’re in blue, I decided things like Counterspell and other counter magic worked for the removal slot. If you want a to take a look at the four packs in white, you can find them in this article.

Cards used in the Flying-themed Jumpstart pack
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BCW Order Pickup: Follow These Simple Steps

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BCW serves customers nationwide, including many right here in Indiana. If you’re near our Middletown offices, you can pick up your order directly from our warehouse—saving on shipping costs and receiving your items faster. Even out-of-state customers sometimes choose this option when traveling through the area for a trade show or when driving is cheaper than shipping.

How to Pick Up Your Order

For Indiana Residents

  1. Add your items to your cart at bcwsupplies.com.
  2. Enter your Indiana address as the shipping address.
  3. Select “Pickup” at checkout and complete your order.
  4. Follow the instructions in the “After Your Order is Processed” section below.

For Non-Indiana Residents

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Five Essential Irish-Inspired Albums for St. Patrick’s Day

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St. Patrick’s Day is almost upon us. While everyone else is wearing green, heading to parades, or chasing leprechaun gold, there are other ways to immerse ourselves in the rich tapestry of Irish culture. The music of Ireland offers a profound connection to its history and spirit. Listen to these five essential Celtic and Irish albums, spanning traditional tunes, rock anthems, and contemporary sounds to celebrate the holiday. Each record captures the essence of Ireland’s musical heritage, providing a perfect soundtrack to pair with a pint of Guinness.

The Chieftains 4 Album Cover

The Chieftains – The Chieftains 4 (1973)
Why it’s essential: A cornerstone of traditional Irish music, this album features masterful instrumentation and arrangements. The Chieftains’ dedication to preserving and promoting Irish traditional music has made them cultural ambassadors, and this album exemplifies their artistry.
Standout tracks: “Drowsy Maggie,” “The Morning Dew,” and “The Munster Cloak.”

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BCW and Spectrum Product Recap at the 2025 GAMA Expo

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Thank you to all of the game shop owners and store managers that attended the 2025 GAMA Expo in Louisville. If you need a reminder about the BCW and Spectrum gaming accessories you saw at our booth, or if you could not attend, take a moment to watch Andrew’s video recap.

Learn more and order the products discussed in the video:

Stores can purchase these products from our distributors, or directly from BCW Supplies. Details

Please Contact BCW if you have any questions about our products or services. Thanks again.

Join the 2025 BCW Supplies College Brackets!

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Join the 2025 BCW Supplies group in the CBS Sports Bracket Games! You need to create a CBSSports.com account in order to participate.

We will be running brackets for both the Men’s and Women’s tournaments. After brackets are posted, make your predictions before the tournaments start, and enjoy the games. Each participant may enter one bracket for the women’s tournament, and one bracket for the men’s tournament. After the tournaments end, the four participants with the most points in each bracket will win the prizes listed below. Click here to join the Women’s Bracket pool, and click here to join the Men’s Bracket pool on CBS Sports.

Signed basketballs and Showcase Holders for the first place winners
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