1980 - Diana - Diana Ross

45 Years Ago - 1980 Diana Ross released her eleventh album Diana

Wanting a fresher, more modern sound, she tapped Nile Rodgers and Bernard Edwards from Chic to write and produce. She was unhappy with the initial mix and had it remixed without the knowledge or approval of Rodgers and Edwards. Because of this, the album was released without a lead single.

"Upside Down" was a huge #1 Hot 100, R&B, and Club, #18 AC.

"I'm Coming Out" has been regarded as an anthem for the LGBT community, and the trombone solo is done by Meco Monardo (yes, the Star Wars dance medley thing guy.) It peaked at #5, #1 Club, #6 R&B. 

"My Old Piano" just bubbled under the Hot 100.