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Richard Blade

11 concerts

British-American Richard Blade, from Torquay, England, is an iconic radio, TV, and film personality. Celebrated for his influential KROQ-FM DJ career, he popularized 1980s new wave music, championing bands like Duran Duran and Depeche Mode. Blade, an author and host of music shows, holds a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and received awards including The Golden Microphone.

The English Beat

14 concerts

Formed in working-class Birmingham, England (1979), The Beat fused ska/two tone with reggae, soul, pop & punk—danceable anthems of love/unity; led by showman Dave Wakeling.

Wang Chung

12 concerts

London new wave band (formed as Huang Chung): Jack Hues & Nick Feldman (with drummer Darren Costin). ’80s US hits “Everybody Have Fun Tonight,” “Dance Hall Days.”

Howard Jones

14 concerts

Born in Hythe, England, synth-pop pioneer Howard Jones shaped 80s new wave with hits like "New Song," "What Is Love?," and "Things Can Only Get Better." Renowned for philosophical songwriting and pioneering synthesizers, he performed at Live Aid and sold millions of albums. His discography includes Dialogue (2022) and Piano Composed Spirio (2025), and he has collaborated with artists such as BT.