Great Tech Moments in Music Video History

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The explosion of technology in the last few decades has changed the way we live, altered the information we consume, how we consume it, and ultimately pushed us into uncharted territory as technology continues to grow at an exponential rate. Along the way, there’s been a few hiccups, products that were too early, or too late, or too strange, and have long since been forgotten.

Thankfully, entertainers and musicians are often at the forefront of the tech boom, and their music videos offer a window into the past. Here, then, are 10 of the Greatest Tech Moments in Music Video History.

The Buggles - "Video Killed the Radio Star" (1981)

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De La Soul - "Ring Ring Ring" (1991)

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Beastie Boys - "Intergalactic" (1998)

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Dire Straits - "Money for Nothing" (1986)

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Fabolous - "This is my Party" (2003)

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Three 6 Mafia - "2 Way Freak" (2001)

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Jennifer Lopez - "If You Had My Love" (1999)

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Usher - "Love in this Club" (2008)

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Gym Class Heroes - "New Friend Request" (2006)

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Choclair - "Light it Up" (2001)

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