80's Calling! Colchester Tickets - Colchester Castle Park

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The Human League

16 concerts

Sheffield synth-pop pioneers (1977): Philip Oakey-led Human League; hits “Don’t You Want Me,” “Human,” “Love Action”; Dare! UK #1; worked w/ Rushent, Jam & Lewis.

The Farm

1 concert

Liverpool indie/dance band The Farm: championed by John Peel (5 sessions); hits “Groovy Train” & “All Together Now”; No.1 album Spartacus; worked with Suggs, Paul Heaton & Terry Farley.

Level 42

13 concerts

UK jazz-funk turned sophisti-pop/dance-rock band led by Mark King’s slap bass (with Wally Badarou synths); hits “Lessons in Love,” “Something About You.”

The Christians

11 concerts

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.

Hue and Cry

13 concerts

Glasgow brothers Pat & Greg Kane formed pop/soul duo Hue and Cry (1984); hits “Labour of Love,” “Looking for Linda,” “Violently.” 2M+ sold; ITV finalists; Scottish Music Awards Outstanding Achievement.