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The Planet 80

Tribute To The 1980s 5 Piece Band

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The Planet 80 are an experienced five piece (plus sound engineer) tribute to the great music of the 80s.

There is vast experience within the group with members having played all over the UK and abroad in as many types of situations and venues as you can think of, from boat parties on the Thames to someones front living room, and including working for or with some high profile celebrity names along the way.
The Planet 80 cover hits from great artists and bands from the decade such as Spandau Ballet, Duran Duran, Queen, U2, Simple Minds, Nick Kershaw, Paul Young to name a few.

The usual show format is 2 x 45min sets plus one or two encores, although other show formats are available such as 2 x 60min, 3 x 45min or 1 x 60min set.

A full p.a. system with sound engineer and stage lighting is included in the fee.
Music between sets can be provided which usually consists of a popular mix of 80s classics stored on laptop and played through the pa system for the guests enjoyment.

If you love the 80s and are looking to hire a great band, then The Planet 80 are the perfect choice for any sized party, event, function or festival.

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Song List

  • Hungry Like The Wolf - Duran Duran
  • * Dont You Forget About Me - Simple Minds
  • * Wouldnt It Be Good - Nick Kershaw
  • * I Wont Let The Sun Go Down On Me - Nick Kershaw
  • * Radio Gaga - Queen
  • * Everybody Wants To Rule The World - Tears for Fears
  • * Dancing On The Ceiling - Lionel Richie
  • * With Or Without You - U2
  • * The Power of Love - Huey Lewis & The News
  • * Cars - Gary Newman
  • * Gold - Spandau Ballet
  • * Kayleigh - Marillion
  • * I'm your Man - Wham
  • * Freedom - Wham
  • * Wherever I Lay My Hat - Paul Young
  • * Somewhere In My Heart - Aztec Camera
  • * Just Cant Get Enough - Depeche Mode
  • * Shattered Dreams - Johnny Hates Jazz
  • * Take On Me - Aha
  • * Summer of 69 - Bryan Adams
  • * A Little Respect - Erasure
  • * Animal - Def Leppard
  • * Jump - Van Halen
  • * Suburbia - Pet Shop Boys
  • * I Just Died In Your Arms - The Cutting Crew
  • * Every Breath You Take - The Police
  • * Billie Jean - Michael Jackson
  • * A New Sensation - INXS
  • * Is This Love - Whitesnake
  • * Caribbean Queen - Billy Ocean
  • * Danger Zone - Kenny Loggins
  • * Girls on Film - Duran Duran
  • * The Heat Is On - Glenn Frey

Previous Clients

  • De-vere Hotels
  • Bbc
  • Pontins
  • Farnham Castle
  • Craven Cottage Fulham Fc
  • Plaza Theatre Romsey
  • The Rosebowl Hants
  • The Ageus Bowl Hants
  • Cardiff Bay Hotel
  • Deepcut Military Base
  • British Heart Foundation Fund Raiser With Tony Hadley
  • And Many More!

Testimonials

The band were excellent. Very professional, arrived when they said they would. Set their equipment up and provided us with music before they were scheduled to come on. They were a huge hit with all our guests and most of all made my 50th a Birthday to remember. Would def recommend them. Cheryl Pearce, Birthday Party Event, Hampshire
Well, I have to say what an awesome group! Absolutely brilliant. They did my wife proud for her birthday and I would recommend these guys to anyone who is looking for someone special. The band were really friendly and helpful. Thanks again guys, keep the good work up.
Trev Belsher, Birthday Party Event, Gloucestershire

Hi Jennie, I have to say a very big thank you to you. From our point of view everything from an organisational point of view was easy and seamless. The band was simply brilliant. The dancefloor was rammed all night long and we have had many very positive remarks from guests. THANK YOU!!
Sarah Marshall, Wedding Event, Kent

Absolutely fantastic night last night at Hill Park Club. Thank you so much. Will be in touch soon about re-booking. HAPPY NEW YEAR. XXX
Sharon Vardy, Ents Manager, Hillpark, Fareham

Hi Nick Just wanted to pass on my thanks for putting on such a fantastic performance on Saturday. You and the rest of the group were just absolutely amazing. I have had so much positive feedback from friends and family about how great you were and all I can do is agree.
Marcus Oughton, Private Party, Captains Club Hotel, Christchurch

Thanks for tonight Steve, you guys where amazing!! Thanks for the understanding on packing down quick too!!! Look forward to booking you again!!
Haven Holiday Park, Church Farm, Chichester -

Just wanted to say that you guys were absolutely fantastic on Saturday at H & W's party......the best band I have heard in a very long time!.......Clair W.
Oh boy, what a night! Hope you come back again soon x......Sarah H
Fab band xxx.... Mandy R
Fantastic band look forward to seeing you again soon!......Vanessa D
Thank you for an amazing night! You exceeded all our expectations! ....................Wes N
Brilliant Night! when's the next one?.........Angela F
Great Set, Great Night !!............Val P
It really was a fantastic gig.. thank you Planet 80!! Had so much fun and I can't stop singing this morning! Can't wait for the next one!............Becky K
Thank you so much for such a magical evening! Everyone thought you guys were amazing!!!! We have some brilliant photos!!!...........Claire M
Excellent! 10/10...............Carole M - Corporate Client
Brilliant night, great band. Thanks for the invite xx.....Sally P
Fantastic evening guys - cracking band, friends and plenty of cake.....my kind of night! xxxxxxx.........Clare W
Thanks for a great night Planet 80! 👍🏻........... Annie O
Thanks for inviting us! Planet 80 were fab! Hope ur heads are ok at some point today!! xx.............. Alison C
What a brilliant party, one for our memory book, Andy was so impressed with The Planet 80 he is talking about having them at his wedding!!............Annette K
Brilliant night and a brilliant band. We both had a great night, thank you.................... Barry R
Thanks very much for a great night, Planet 80 were brilliant as always!........................ Mo B
Brilliant! Thanx for a great night hope youre playing again soon, keep up the good work guys x.....................Stephanie W
We thought you guys were epic!! Such a tight band and great vocals 👍🏻🎤👌🏻..................Love Soul Choir
The Planet 80 played our wedding party - awesome band! Cant wait to see them live again! 😀.....................Jeff C
You guys were *SO* good, had the best time, thank you !!!.........................Anita S
Fantastic set, Loved it!................Marisa H
What an awesome night we had last night for new year. There was 7 of us and we all had a blast. Thank you so much for a wicked night.....................Claire C.

Set Formats

The Planet 80 Offer:

1 x 90 Minute Set
Or
2 x 45 Minute Sets