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Cruel World Fest with Gary Numan, Billy Idol, and more

May 20, 2023  ·  Brookside at the Rose Bowl, Pasadena, CA Brookside at the Rose Bowl, Pasadena, CA

Cruel World Fest
May 20
Cruel World Fest
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UK New Wave band The Vapors, formed in the 70s in Surrey, soared with 1980 hit "Turning Japanese". Managed by Bruce Foxton & John Weller, they enjoyed global success before disbanding in 1982. Reunited in 2016.
Martha Davis fronted The Motels, a band from Berkeley, formed 1971, renamed in LA, 1975. Known for hits "Only the Lonely" & "Suddenly Last Summer," the band earned two gold albums. After a 1987 split, Davis pursued solo projects and diverse musical collaborations. Reformed The Motels with some original members continue performing.
Molchat Doma, formed in 2017 in Minsk, Belarus, fuses post-punk, new-wave, and synth-pop. Known for dark, danceable tracks, they've headlined global shows and embraced changes after relocating to Los Angeles.
Iggy Pop, legendary for dynamic performances, pioneered ‘70s punk and ‘90s grunge. Notables: "Lust for Life", "The Idiot". Rock Hall of Fame inductee, Grammy Lifetime Award. Collaborated with Josh Homme, Oneohtrix Point Never.
Formed in Colchester, England, Modern English gained fame with "I Melt With You" from their album "After the Snow." Known for their post-punk to synth-pop evolution, they were featured by BBC DJ John Peel and collaborated with producer Hugh Jones. Catch them on tour with Simple Minds in 2025.
Punk pioneer Billy Idol, known for his sneer and hits like “White Wedding” and “Rebel Yell,” merged '77 punk with dance. He sold 40M albums, won numerous awards, and became an MTV icon.
Urban Heat, from Austin, blends '80s darkwave with modern flair. Known for energetic shows, they've rocked festivals like SXSW. Hits include "Seven Safe Places."
Echo & the Bunnymen, formed in Liverpool, fuse post-punk and psychedelia, noted for Ian McCulloch’s voice and Will Sergeant's guitar. Hits include "Lips Like Sugar" and "The Killing Moon." Known for albums like 'Ocean Rain.' Faced tragedies but remained iconic in the rock scene.
London-born Adam Ant, a pivotal new wave artist, transitioned from post-punk with Adam and the Ants to glam-infused pop, achieving chart-toppers like "Ant Music." Notable for theatrical styles and solo hits like "Goody Two Shoes," his later work influenced alt-rock. Collaborated extensively with Marco Pirroni.
Formed in Sheffield, 1977, the Human League, pioneers of synth pop, produced hits like "Don't You Want Me". They influenced countless artists, and won widespread acclaim for melding melodies with technology.
Gang of Four, an influential rock band, shaped the genre for 40 years. Influenced bands like Red Hot Chili Peppers, R.E.M., and Franz Ferdinand, and were sampled by Frank Ocean.
Boy Harsher, based in Savannah, GA, produces dark electro-pop with minimal beats and sensual vocals. Known for hits like "Pain" and albums like 2019's "Careful," they scored the 2022 short film "The Runner." Formed in 2014, Jae Matthews and Augustus Muller built a cult following, originally starting with Teen Dreamz.

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