October 1, 1982 John Cougar Mellencamp went to No.1 on both the US album and singles chart with the album 'American Fool' and the single 'Jack And Diane'. American Fool is the 5th studio LP by Mellencamp, released under the stage name John Cougar. Who wants to grab a chili dog?

Released: April 27, 1982
Recorded: 1981–82
Studio: Criteria (Miami)
Length: 34:26
Producers: John Mellencamp, Don Gehman

Personal Note: Don Gehman purchased my Ampex Studio audio tape-recorder.