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Bow Wow Wow

40 concerts

Formed in London in 1980 by Malcolm McLaren, Bow Wow Wow, featuring Annabella Lwin, is known for hits like "I Want Candy." Their new wave style blends punk, pop, and African rhythms. The band's two albums secured their pop history, with highlights including "Go Wild in the Country." They influenced music piracy culture with the cassette single "C·30 C·60 C·90 Go!" and worked with notable figures like Boy George. Disbanding in 1983, the band reunited for tours, impacting the music scene with their lively performances and distinctive style.

Wang Chung

20 concerts

London's Wang Chung, originally Huang Chung, soared in the '80s US music scene with hits like "Everybody Have Fun Tonight" & "Dance Hall Days." Known for new wave style, they focused on the US market, collaborating with major labels like Arista & Geffen.

The Romantics

2 concerts

Detroit’s power pop band the Romantics rose in the late ’70s with hits like “Talking in Your Sleep.” Known for high-energy sound, retro style, and MTV favorites like “What I Like About You.”

Men Without Hats

28 concerts

Men Without Hats, born in Vancouver, are new wave electro-pop pioneers led by Ivan and Colin Doroschuk. Known for "The Safety Dance" and "Pop Goes the World," they've toured globally and had their hits inducted into the Canadian Songwriter's Hall of Fame. Collaborating with Colin's daughter, Sahara Sloan, their synth-pop legacy continues with a blend of analog and digital sounds.