80's Calling! with The Human League, The Farm, and more

The Human League, formed in Sheffield, England in 1977, became synth-pop pioneers with hits like "Don't You Want Me" and "Human." Known for infectious melodies and electronic rhythms, they collaborated with producers like Giorgio Moroder and Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis. Their influential style left a lasting imprint on synth-pop and electronic music.

Liverpool band The Farm, championed by DJ John Peel, are known for hits like "Groovy Train" and "All Together Now." They've collaborated with Suggs and toured with The Housemartins and Big Audio Dynamite. Their album "Spartacus" debuted at No. 1 in 1991.

Level 42, a British band formed in 1979, is known for jazz-funk fusion and later sophisti-pop and dance-rock. Key hits include "Something About You" and "Lessons in Love." Mark King’s bass technique and Wally Badarou's synth defined their style. Their peak album, World Machine, led them to international success. The band has had lineup changes, with King as the constant, and collaborated with guitarist Alan Holdsworth. They’re celebrated for dynamic live tours and a 30th-anniversary box set, Living It Up.

The Christians, formed in Liverpool in 1985, are a soul-influenced pop band known for rich vocal harmonies and socially conscious lyrics. Their debut album sold over a million copies, and "Colour" reached UK No. 1. Popular songs include "Ideal World" and "Words." They have released albums such as "Speed of Life," "We," "Sings & Strings," "Goes With Saying," and singles like "Naz Don't Cry," "Tanera Days," and "The Only Dreamer." They collaborated on the charity single "Ferry 'Cross The Mersey." Lead singer Garry Christian is noted for his distinctive soulful voice.

Glasgow brothers Pat & Greg Kane formed pop/soul duo Hue and Cry (1984); hits “Labour of Love,” “Looking for Linda,” “Violently.” 2M+ sales; ITV finale. Scot Music Award.