Hard times be damned, Disco embraced capitalism, hedonism, and just plain fun and managed to be just about everything Punk was not: pop tunes for the often glittery masses, easier on the ears, and simple to dance to (who could ever forget the hustle).

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Other times, loud poorly curated rock or dance music assaulted my ears.

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Cast after Walt Disney saw her at a dance recital, she appeared in the Mouseketeer uniform of mouse ears, a pleated skirt and a turtleneck sweater emblazoned with her first name, and captivated young viewers with her wholesome, girl-next-door appeal.

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