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Great Moments in Wrestling History: Mark Batten & Johnny Wilhoit are the New Generation

In '80s, heartthrob tag teams were all the rage with the success of the Fablous Ones and later the Rock 'n' Roll Express.  They were often hyped in music videos that were always corny and often unintentionally homoerotic.  Some were understandable as attempts at marketing dudes in the '80s, but there's one that stands out as being completely ridiculous.  After the jump, check out early Fabulous Ones copies The New Generation's initial hype video from Memphis and be amazed.

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Well, we may have some idea where the creators of “Brokeback Mountain” got their ideas… :)

Were these guys able to show their faces in Memphis after this?

by Robster2001 on Jan 24, 2010 8:15 AM EST reply actions   0 recs

Mark/Bart Batten was, along with his twin brother Brad. Johnny Wilhoit faded into obscurity.

by Bix on Jan 24, 2010 3:11 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

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