1980S MUSIC CONCERTS IN LONDON
1980S MUSIC CONCERTS IN LONDON
Most Popular 1980s Music Concerts in London
Michael Starring Ben - The Magic of Michael Jackson
Churchill Theatre
Sat 24 Oct 2026 - Sun 27 Jun 2027
Queen of the Night - A Tribute to Whitney Houston
Churchill Theatre
Sun 11 Oct 2026 - Thu 18 Feb 2027
Francis Rossi (Status Quo)
Orchard Theatre & Orchard West
Thu 24 Sep 2026 - Sun 25 Apr 2027
What's Love Got To Do With It - A Tribute to Tina Turner
Churchill Theatre
Fri 29 Jan - Sat 6 Mar 2027
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...MANIA - The ABBA Tribute
Boisdale of Canary Wharf, London
Thursday 15 October 2026
Formed in 1999 - as ABBA Mania - and following an eighteen week run in London's West End in 2002, MANIA is accepted as the world's number one ABBA tribute show. A special concert which celebrates the music of ABBA in a respectful and enjoya...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...The Blow Monkeys
Union Chapel, London
Friday 16 October 2026
With hits like 'Digging Your Scene' and 'It Doesn't Have To Be This Way', The Blow Monkeys epitomised the glamour of mid-80s pop at its most graceful and sophisticated. In the London band's frontman Robert Howard (aka Dr. Robert), they poss...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...Johnny Marr (The Smiths)
OVO Arena Wembley, London
Saturday 24 October 2026
With a 40-year repertoire of distinctive songwriting and the guitar sound that has seen him regarded as the most influential guitarist of his generation, Manchester music legend Johnny Marr is a musician like no other. The energy of his s...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...Candlelight - Tribute to Michael Jackson
Central Hall Westminster, London
Saturday 24 October 2026
Discover the music of Michael Jackson performed by a string quartet under the gentle glow of candlelight. ...Jim Henson's Labyrinth in Concert
Eventim Apollo, London
Sunday 25 October 2026
Experience the 80s Cult Classic on Screen with the Iconic Soundtrack Performed by a Live Band on Stage with David Bowie's Legendary Vocals. An Exciting Fusion of Film and Live Music, audiences are invited to experience an epic evening as Ji...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
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Friday 30 October 2026
Stalwarts of the flourishing independent scene from the mid-eighties onwards and continuing to impact to this day, the Leeds-formed indie band, fronted by Manchester-raised David Gedge, were avidly championed by BBC Radio One's John Peel. T...LA Guns
O2 Academy Islington, London
Friday 30 October 2026
Hollywood badboys L.A. Guns are back with the most primal and explosive music of their modern era! The Gunners bring back the authentic sounds and style of Hollywood's glam metal heyday with a set that rocks hard with incredibly hooky songs...Duran Duran
The O2 Arena, London
Saturday 31 October 2026
Birmingham New Wave idols Duran Duran were one of the first bands to truly capitalise on the new frontier of MTV. With a run of high concept, high-end production videos to innately catchy funk rock singles, the band's rise to stardom was pr...Queen of the Night - A Tribute to Whitney Houston
New Wimbledon Theatre, London
Saturday 31 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...The Australian Pink Floyd
Royal Albert Hall, London
Tuesday 3 November 2026
Since their first ever concert in Adelaide, Australia in 1988 the Australian Pink Floyd Show have performed in over 35 countries worldwide; played at David Gilmour's 50th birthday celebration and were even joined on stage by Rick Wright. TA...Candlelight - A Tribute to Fleetwood Mac
Central Hall Westminster, London
Friday 6 November 2026 - Saturday 30 January 2027
Come and be whisked away to the Fleetwood Mac tribute of your "Dreams" with a programme selected from the band's impressive catalogue of most treasured iconic Rock masterpieces. A talented group of classical musicians will be melding sounds...The RAH Band
Bush Hall, London
Friday 6 November 2026
Richard A. Hewson's legendary '70s and '80s synth-boogie group, The RAH Band, return to the stage in celebration of the 40-year anniversary of iconic 1985 album, Mystery. This extraordinary event, fully endorsed by Richard himself, will se...Paul Heaton (The Beautiful South & The Housemartins)
The O2 Arena, London
Saturday 7 November 2026
Ivor Novello Award-winning songwriting genius Paul Heaton will be performing songs from throughout his career including classic tracks by The Beautiful South and The Housemartins, with the help of guest singer Rianne Downey. One of the ...Paul Heaton (The Beautiful South & The Housemartins)
The O2 Arena, London
Saturday 7 November 2026
Ivor Novello Award-winning songwriting genius Paul Heaton will be performing songs from throughout his career including classic tracks by The Beautiful South and The Housemartins, with the help of guest singer Rianne Downey. One of the ...Candlelight - Tribute to Michael Jackson
The Great Hall - Barts North Wing, London
Saturday 7 November 2026
Discover the music of Michael Jackson performed by a string quartet under the gentle glow of candlelight. ...Tony Hadley (Spandau Ballet)
Cliffs Pavilion, Southend-on-Sea
Monday 9 November 2026
Co-founder and frontman of '80s New Romantic legends Spandau Ballet, Tony Hadley has announced a brand new UK tour for 2025, which will be a spectacular celebration of swing and crooner classics, as well as his own hits reimagined. The C...The Proclaimers
Cliffs Pavilion, Southend-on-Sea
Tuesday 10 November 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...Gipsy Kings by André Reyes
London Palladium, London
Thursday 12 November 2026
One of three line-ups currently touring, Gipsy Kings by original guitarist Andre Reyes, will be bringing their Catalan rumba, flamenco, and salsa party to town. Founded in 1979 in Arles, France, by French born Catalan musicians from the ...Pet Shop Boys, Actually - Tribute to Pet Shop Boys
The Courtyard Theatre, London
Sunday 15 November 2026
Pet Shop Boys, Actually deliver a night of pure synth-pop celebration, bringing the iconic sound and style of the Pet Shop Boys to life with spectacular energy. This full production show features dazzling visuals alongside all the timeless...Moving Pictures - A Tribute to the Music of Rush
O2 Academy Islington, London
Friday 20 November 2026
Scottish power trio Moving Pictures play for over two hours covering all the Rush classics such as Tom Sawyer, The Spirit of Radio and Xanadu (with doubleneck guitars) plus some deeper cuts such as By Tor and later belters such as Far Cry a...The Undertones
Electric Ballroom, London
Sunday 22 November 2026
Formed in Derry, Northern Ireland in 1975, The Undertones became renowned for combining lyrical invention and musical flair with intelligent simplicity. Their anthemic Teenage Kicks, much loved by John Peel, is one of the most influential s...Skids + Theatre of Hate
Chinnerys, Southend-on-Sea
Sunday 22 November 2026
Two era defining artists come together for an explosive co-headline tour. The Skids formed in 1977 in their hometown of Dunfermline, Scotland by Richard Jobson, Stuart Adamson, Bill Simpson & Tom Kellichan. After releasing an independent s...Alison Moyet
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Monday 23 November 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...The Australian Pink Floyd
Cliffs Pavilion, Southend-on-Sea
Tuesday 24 November 2026
Since their first ever concert in Adelaide, Australia in 1988 the Australian Pink Floyd Show have performed in over 35 countries worldwide; played at David Gilmour's 50th birthday celebration and were even joined on stage by Rick Wright. TA...Squeeze + Billy Bragg
The O2 Arena, London
Thursday 26 November 2026
As one of the most traditional pop bands of the new wave, London's Squeeze provided one of the links between classic British guitar pop and post-punk providing the vehicle for the wry, subtle lyric writing of Chris Difford and traditiona...Squeeze + Billy Bragg
The O2 Arena, London
Thursday 26 November 2026
As one of the most traditional pop bands of the new wave, London's Squeeze provided one of the links between classic British guitar pop and post-punk providing the vehicle for the wry, subtle lyric writing of Chris Difford and traditiona...Pop Will Eat Itself
Electrowerkz, London
Thursday 26 November 2026
With the help of John Peel, the industrial/alt-rock Stourbridge band's earliest singles became surprise chart hits in the late 80s and early 90s thanks to their many samples of other songs and musical scores. Tracks like "Get the Girl! Kill...Fastlove - A Tribute to George Michael
The O2 Arena, London
Friday 27 November 2026
Few shows have reached the dizzy heights of Fastlove, touring worldwide, selling over 500,000 tickets. Join us for one very special night as we celebrate the late great George Michael. Make new memories whilst reliving old classics - this o...Michael Starring Ben - The Magic of Michael Jackson
Cliffs Pavilion, Southend-on-Sea
Saturday 28 November 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...Big Country Redux
O2 Academy Islington, London
Wednesday 2 December 2026
Formed in Dunfermline, Scotland by the former-Skids guitarist Stuart Adamson and childhood friend Bruce Watson, Celtic-inspired Big Country quickly broke worldwide with their ringing, bagpipe-like guitars and anthemic songs helping their...UB40
The O2 Arena, London
Thursday 3 December 2026
Formed in 1978, UB40 and named themselves after the unemployment benefit form. Their debut album, Signing Off, was released in 1980 and is considered by many to be one of the greatest reggae albums ever released by a British band. That coll...Queen of the Night - A Tribute to Whitney Houston
The O2 Arena, London
Thursday 3 December 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...UB40 featuring Ali Campbell
The O2 Arena, London
Thursday 3 December 2026
After walking away from Birmingham reggae legends UB40 after 30 years, in 2008, due to creative differences, original lead singer Ali Campbell formed a new line-up and was shortly to be followed by keyboard player Mickey Virtue and fellow v...Level 42
