1980S MUSIC CONCERTS IN LONDON
1980S MUSIC CONCERTS IN LONDON
Most Popular 1980s Music Concerts in London
Queen of the Night - A Tribute to Whitney Houston
Churchill Theatre
Sat 4 Jul - Sun 11 Oct 2026
Michael Starring Ben - The Magic of Michael Jackson
Churchill Theatre
Sat 24 Oct 2026 - Sun 27 Jun 2027
Rumours of Fleetwood Mac
Wycombe Swan Theatre
Thu 28 May - Wed 22 Jul 2026
Absolute Bowie - Tribute to David Bowie
Chinnerys
Thu 17 Sep 2026 - Sat 9 Jan 2027
Gipsy Kings featuring Nicolas Reyes
Kew Gardens, London
Monday 13 July 2026
 One of three line-ups currently touring, Gipsy Kings featuring original vocalist Nicolas Reyes will be bringing their Catalan rumba, flamenco, and salsa party to town. Founded in 1979 in Arles, France, by French born Catalan musicians fr...Rumours of Fleetwood Mac
Cliffs Pavilion, Southend-on-Sea
Wednesday 22 July 2026
 Personally endorsed by Fleetwood Mac founding member, Mick Fleetwood, Rumours of Fleetwood Mac is the ultimate tribute to one of rock and roll's most remarkable groups. Formed in Liverpool, in 1999, the tribute group have gone on to perf...I'm Every Woman - The Chaka Khan Musical
Troubadour Wembley Park, London
Wednesday 22 July - Sunday 27 September 2026
Get ready to witness the incredible untold life story and music of multi-platinum selling, 10-time GRAMMY® winner and global icon, Chaka Khan! With 22 albums, 25 chart-topping hits, 70 million records sold and a career spanning five decade...Man In The Mirror - A Tribute To Michael Jackson
New Wimbledon Theatre, London
Thursday 23 July 2026
Join us for a Thriller of an evening, as we celebrate the legendary music of the KING OF POP. This is the "Man in the Mirror" - The brand new must-see, electrifying tribute concert to Michael Jackson. Starring CJ, one of the world's greates...The Rocket Man - A Celebration of Sir Elton John
New Wimbledon Theatre, London
Friday 24 July 2026
 Pack your bags, strap yourself in, for a night like no other and celebrate Sir Elton John with Jimmy Love. The Rocket Man is the world's favourite celebration to a musical icon, playing to audiences all around the world. So, catch a star...Coleen Nolan
Bush Hall, London
Sunday 2 August 2026
 Blackpool-born, Wilmslow-living Coleen Nolan is hitting the road for a joyous celebration of life, love, and laughter with her brand new live show This Is Me. She was the girl next door who, with her sisters, set an entire generation I...Tom Jones
Crystal Palace Bowl, London
Wednesday 5 August 2026
Welsh vocalist Sir Tom Jones OBE is a living legend. The son of a miner and homemaker who grew up singing at school and for family gatherings, he went on to quit school at the age of 16 before recording music that's traversed many genres -...Mica Paris
Soul Mama, London
Friday 7 August 2026
Mica Paris, M.B.E. is the queen of British Soul and one of Britain's most versatile and beloved entertainers: a major label recording artist; West End theatre & television actress; best-selling author and BBC broadcaster, all of which have ...Mica Paris
Soul Mama Music Venue & Restaurant, London
Friday 7 August 2026
Mica Paris, M.B.E. is the queen of British Soul and one of Britain's most versatile and beloved entertainers: a major label recording artist; West End theatre & television actress; best-selling author and BBC broadcaster, all of which have ...Mica Paris
Soul Mama Music Venue - Angel, London
Friday 7 August 2026
Mica Paris, M.B.E. is the queen of British Soul and one of Britain's most versatile and beloved entertainers: a major label recording artist; West End theatre & television actress; best-selling author and BBC broadcaster, all of which have ...Candlelight - A Tribute to Queen and ABBA by Piano
Southwark Cathedral, London
Saturday 8 August 2026
 Discover the music of Queen and ABBA performed by a classical pianist under the gentle glow of candlelight at this awe-inspiring location. ...Courtney Pine
Jazz Cafe, London
Wednesday 12 August 2026
No musician more fully embodies the dramatic transformation of the British jazz scene over the past four decades than Courtney Pine CBE. A groundbreaking saxophonist and multi-instrumentalist, Pine has led a generation of innovative players...The ELO Experience - Tribute to Electric Light Orchestra
New Wimbledon Theatre, London
Thursday 27 August 2026
The ELO Experience have been bringing the music of Jeff Lynne and The Electric Light orchestra to the live stage since 2006. The legacy left by Jeff Lynne & The Electric Light Orchestra barely needs any introduction - suffice to say that be...Gareth Taylor and his Queenies - A Performance of Queen's Music
O2 Academy Islington, London
Friday 28 August 2026
Foormally Bulsara and his Queenies, internationally recognised singer of Queen's music, Gareth Taylor is known for his remarkable and uncanny resemblance to the vocals of Freddie Mercury. Gareth Taylor and His Queenies are a world-class ban...Queen by Candlelight - The Ultimate Tribute to Queen
New Wimbledon Theatre, London
Friday 4 September 2026
Featuring a live cast of West End singers and a live rock band, experience Queen as you have never heard them before at this tribute night of Queen anthems, performed by candlelight. The concert will feature some of the most iconic songs of...The Pogue Traders - Tribute to The Pogues
New Cross Inn, London
Friday 4 September 2026
The finest Pogues homage imaginable, with every note, inflection, reel and run served up with passion, love and credibility. Wonderful stuff, and not so much a tribute as a continuation of that remarkable band's incredible music. Since Sh...Candlelight - Tribute to Queen and The Beatles
Southwark Cathedral, London
Saturday 5 September 2026
Discover the music of Queen and The Beatles performed under the gentle glow of candlelight by a string quartet in this awe-inspiring location. ...The Devout - Depeche Mode Tribute Act
Electric Ballroom, London
Saturday 5 September 2026
Fast becoming The World's number one Depeche Mode Tribute Act, The Devout have brought the Depeche Mode experience to another level visually, aurally and musically. The band members are made up of well known artists in their own right:Reza...Maze
Eventim Apollo, London
Sunday 6 September 2026
One of the most acclaimed and influential bands of their era, MAZE, renowned for their unique & timeless R&B and funk sound, decades of unforgettable live performances return to the stage. With a career spanning more than five decades, MAZE...Tony Visconti & Woody Woodmansey's Holy Holy - A Celebration of Bowie
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Thursday 10 September 2026
 Capturing the magic and spirit of David Bowie, his former producer and bassist Tony Visconti, and drummer Woody Woodmansey are joined by Heaven 17's Glenn Gregory, plus all-star band Holy Holy to perform music from Bowie's extensive bac...From The Jam
Wycombe Swan Theatre, High Wycombe
Friday 11 September 2026
Bruce Foxton is a part of the English Rock and Roll establishment. A musician who is most commonly recognised as the bass player and vocalist in legendary bands Stiff Little Fingers and, more famously, mod-revivalists The Jam, with Paul Wel...The Waterboys
The O2 Arena, London
Saturday 12 September 2026
 Best known for songs including "The Whole of the Moon", "Fisherman's Blues" and "The Return of Pan", London-formed folk rockers The Waterboys have been led by Scottish singer and guitarist Mike Scott - their line-up otherwise ever-evolv...Janet Kay & Carroll Thompson
Boisdale of Canary Wharf, London
Saturday 12 September 2026
The Queen's of Lovers Rock announce a rare concert together. Janet Kay is best known for the Dennis Bovell produced track "Silly games" which went to Number 1 in the National UK charts in 1979. This was the first time a British born black f...Primal Scream
HERE at Outernet, London
Tuesday 15 - Wednesday 16 September 2026
Formed in Glasgow in 1982 by Bobby Gillespie, a member of Manchester-based Glaswegian indie act The Wake, Primal Scream's career didn't really take off until the legendary frontman had left his temporary role as drummer of The Jesus and Mar...Absolute Bowie - Tribute to David Bowie
Fox And Firkin, London
Thursday 17 September 2026
There will only ever be one David Bowie, he was unique in every way and an inspiration to millions. Absolute Bowie continue to celebrate the life and music of the Starman with a spectacular show uniting Bowie fans across the UK. Absolute Bo...Thompson Twins' Tom Bailey
The O2 Arena, London
Saturday 19 September 2026
 Thompson Twins are widely regarded as one of the most iconic bands of the 1980s. Known for their unique fusion of pop, new wave, and synth-driven dance music, combined with an eclectic visual style, the band enjoyed consistent success in...Francis Rossi (Status Quo)
Fairfield Halls, Croydon
Thursday 24 September 2026
Co-founder, lead singer, lead guitarist and the sole continuous member of the legendary rock band Status Quo, Francis Rossi embarks on a solo tour performing fan favourites from a remarkable 50+year career.  Also known as the GOMOR (The...Magnum
Islington Assembly Hall, London
Friday 25 September 2026
 Vocalist Bob Catley has reformed legendary Birmingham hard rock band Magnum in honour of their late-great guitarist and songwriter Tony Clarkin who died in January 2024 of a rare spinal condition. "We want do a tribute to Tony and the re...Roxy Magic - Celebrating the Music of Bryan Ferry & Roxy Music
St Mary's Church Prittlewell, Southend-on-Sea
Friday 25 September 2026
A fabulously entertaining evening celebrating the music of Roxy Music & Bryan Ferry as performed by Roxy Magic, with a great combination of high quality musicianship and a wonderful Bryan Ferry look and sound-alike in Kevin Hackett. Formed...Captain Fantastic and the Rocket Man Band - Elton John Tribute
Cadogan Hall, London
Friday 2 October 2026
The Greatest Elton John Show on the Planet! Celebrating more than five decades of amazing music and showmanship from legendary British singer, pianist and composer, Sir Elton John. Featuring the spellbinding voice and magnetic stage presenc...Liqueur - A Tribute to the Cure
New Cross Inn, London
Saturday 3 October 2026
A Cure tribute band formed in tribute to The Cure's reputation as enthusiastic drinkers and lovers of a good curry!​Original Liqueur members, Mark (drums), Daz (bass) and Chris (Guitar/Vocals) were seasoned veterans of the Norfolk music s...Joe Jackson
London Palladium, London
Sunday 4 October 2026
Though often depicted as a chameleonic artist who constantly "changes his style," Joe Jackson insists that most of his albums are in "his own mainstream" -Â collections of sophisticated pop songs, using different kinds of rhythms and combin...Mica Paris
Union Chapel, London
Friday 9 October 2026
Mica Paris, M.B.E. is the queen of British Soul and one of Britain's most versatile and beloved entertainers: a major label recording artist; West End theatre & television actress; best-selling author and BBC broadcaster, all of which have ...Queen of the Night - A Tribute to Whitney Houston
Churchill Theatre, Bromley
Sunday 11 October 2026
Queen Of The Night - A Tribute to Whitney Houston returns in 2026 for another show-stopping celebration, following sold-out tours across the UK, including an arena tour and iconic venues such as the Royal Albert Hall and The London Palladiu...Alison Moyet
Cliffs Pavilion, Southend-on-Sea
Monday 12 October 2026
How time flies. It's been 40 years since Alison Moyet stepped out of Yazoo and fired up a solo career with her #1 debut album 'Alf' and Top 10 hits 'Love Resurrection' and 'All Cried Out'. That unmistakable voice - big enough to fill a stad...Alice Cooper Book Tour
London Palladium, London
Tuesday 13 October 2026
The definitive autobiography and an evening of unforgettable stories from Alice Cooper, the Godfather of Shock Rock and one of the world's iconic musicians, with a career spanning six decades. Alice Cooper announces the release of his defin...Heaven 17
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Tuesday 13 October 2026
Sheffield new wave duo Martyn Ware and Ian Craig Marsh left the original lineup of the Human League in after having differences with Phil Oakey. They recruited Glenn Gregory (who's vocal's were remarkably similar to Oakey's) and Heaven 17 w...Eddi Reader (Fairground Attraction)
Union Chapel, London
Thursday 15 October 2026
The supremely talented, unique and charismatic triple BRIT award-winning Scottish folk pop singer delivers the most consistently beautiful, often deeply personal and intimate songs, including the charming acoustic pop of 1988 chart-topper P...Francis Rossi (Status Quo)
Palace Theatre, Southend-on-Sea
Sunday 18 October 2026
Co-founder, lead singer, lead guitarist and the sole continuous member of the legendary rock band Status Quo, Francis Rossi embarks on a solo tour performing fan favourites from a remarkable 50+year career.  Also known as the GOMOR (The...Alison Moyet
Eventim Apollo, London
Tuesday 20 October 2026
How time flies. It's been 40 years since Alison Moyet stepped out of Yazoo and fired up a solo career with her #1 debut album 'Alf' and Top 10 hits 'Love Resurrection' and 'All Cried Out'. That unmistakable voice - big enough to fill a stad...Cabaret Voltaire
The Roundhouse, London
Thursday 22 October 2026
Stephen 'Mal' Mallinder and Chris Watson celebrate 50 years since Cabaret Voltaire first performed live. The first performance, at the Sheffield Students Union Refectory on 13 May 1975, the live launch of one of Britain's most influential a...Transvision Vamp
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Thursday 22 October 2026
Iconic 80's alternative rock band Transvision Vamp enjoyed massive chart success with a string of hits including Baby I Don't Care, I Want Your Love and Revolution Baby. Fronted by Wendy James, her sexually charged and rebellious image won ...The Chameleons
Koko, London
Friday 23 October 2026
 After celebrating their 40th anniversary in style, legendary underground Manchester band Chameleons return. The Middleton-formed band serve-up a career spanning set. Helmed from the front by long-standing custodian "Vox", previously know...Michael Starring Ben - The Magic of Michael Jackson
Fairfield Halls, Croydon
Saturday 24 October 2026
Take a journey back in time to remember Michael Jackson - the man, the music and the magic. MichaelⓇ Starring Ben is a hit theatre production starring the UK's ultimate Michael Jackson tribute star, Ben Bowman. Not only does he look and...Leo Sayer
Cliffs Pavilion, Southend-on-Sea
Sunday 25 October 2026
Leo and his band brings boundless energy, exuberance and a hit packed show to some of his favourite venues across the country. Leo is known the world over for his army of hits which include Thunder In My Heart, Moonlighting, One Man Band, I...The Rock Orchestra by Candlelight
OVO Arena Wembley, London
Sunday 25 October 2026
After mesmerising audiences across the USA and Europe, The Rock Orchestra by Candlelight is set to electrify the UK once again. Prepare for a spellbinding 90-minute spectacle that infuses iconic Rock & Metal anthems with a hauntingly beauti...Leo Sayer
London Palladium, London
Tuesday 27 October 2026
Leo and his band brings boundless energy, exuberance and a hit packed show to some of his favourite venues across the country. Leo is known the world over for his army of hits which include Thunder In My Heart, Moonlighting, One Man Band, I...The Proclaimers
London Palladium, London
Wednesday 28 October 2026
Strikingly individual, twin brothers Craig and Charlie Reid emerged 35 years ago with their debut album This Is The Story and Top 3 single Letter from America. Since then, their enduring appeal across generations has have over the years see...Man In The Mirror - A Tribute To Michael Jackson
The O2 Arena, London
Thursday 29 October 2026
Join us for a Thriller of an evening, as we celebrate the legendary music of the KING OF POP. This is the "Man in the Mirror" - The brand new must-see, electrifying tribute concert to Michael Jackson. Starring CJ, one of the world's greates...Soul II Soul
London Palladium, London
Friday 30 October 2026
Soul II Soul was founded in London in the late 80s and quickly became one of the most important sound-systems in the country and the world, selling over 10 million albums worldwide. They are best known for their two major hits; 1989's UK no...The Wedding Present
