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80s Tribute Acts in East Sussex

Book an 80s tribute band in East Sussex

Whether it's a milestone birthday in Brighton, an anniversary party near Hastings or a themed night anywhere in East Sussex, an 80s tribute act turns a gathering into a show your guests will talk about. The same act has to work in a hotel ballroom one week and a village hall or back-garden marquee the next, and the best ones do.

80s pop is party music by design: big choruses, synths and power ballads that everyone sings along to, which is why an 80s night is one of the most-booked tribute themes for milestone birthdays. Our 80s tribute acts cover Queen, the Pet Shop Boys, Wham!, Duran Duran, Billy Joel and the synth-pop and power-ballad hits of the decade, from solo performers singing to backing tracks through to full live bands, most performing in costume as part of the show. Acts on our books include Classic Queen, The Essential Pet Shop Boys, The Essential Billy Joel, Rocktail Party, LA Heat!, The Essential 80's, 80s House Party and Essentially Cher.

Since 1999 Hireaband has matched acts to parties across the UK, and everyone listed here performs in East Sussex. Most arrive with their own PA and lights and look after set-up and clear-down, so you can enjoy the night. Check your date with the instant quote for pricing and a clear list of what's included.

Parties in East Sussex range from black-tie nights at venues such as Chalk Farm to relaxed celebrations at Hendall Manor Barns or Flimwell Park, and plenty more in hotels and clubs around Brighton and Eastbourne. Every act listed here travels to East Sussex, so you can choose on the show rather than the postcode.

The essentials:

  • Typical cost: £500 to £2,000, depending on line-up, date and season
  • Your quote shows exactly what's included, from travel to PA and lighting
  • Line-ups from solo tribute artists to full live tribute bands
  • Most parties book several months ahead, sooner for a summer Saturday or December
  • Every booking carries a 14-day change-of-mind refund

The right line-up depends on the room and the budget more than the guest list. Solo tributes perform to professional backing tracks, need very little floor space and are the most affordable option. A duo or full live band brings real instruments, more volume and more of a concert feel, which suits a larger hall or a bigger crowd. Tell us about the venue and we'll point you towards what fits.

Expect to pay somewhere between £500 and £2,000. The biggest factor is the line-up: a solo tribute to backing tracks costs less than a full live band. The date matters too, with Saturdays in summer and December in highest demand, while weekday and off-season dates often cost less. Your quote lists exactly what's included, with no extras added later.

Every act's page carries video and audio of that exact show, so you can see the costumes, hear the voice and judge how close the tribute is to the real thing, rather than relying on a generic demo, alongside their full song list. Underneath are written reviews from people who have already booked them. Between the videos, the set list and the feedback, you can form a clear picture of the night well before you commit.

Use the instant quote button on this page and enter your date and venue to see pricing and availability straight away. Once you've chosen an act, we handle the contract, the deposit and the arrangements, and stay in touch through to the day itself. Every booking comes with a 14-day change-of-mind refund, and an emergency contact line is available on the night if anything needs sorting quickly.

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Rocktail Party

Rocktail Party take the very best of 80’s rock, and revive it in all its hairographic, tight-jeaned glory!

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From £1,590

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

LA Heat!

Bringing The 80s Back! With Rock Anthems and Pop Classics - Guaranteed To Rock Any Event

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From £2,030

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

Flash - A Tribute to Queen

This Shropshire based Queen tribute show is a must see!

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80s House Party

Classic 80s Hits | Five Piece Band | Female Vocals

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From £2,005

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

Monte Carlo 80s

All The 80s Hits | Full Live Band | Male Vocals

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From £2,750

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

The Essential 80s Night

The Ultimate 80s Tribute | Duo, Four or Six Piece Lineups Available

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From £1,040

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras
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Working with a budget?

We work with acts from £250 - £5,000+! We can certainly help you find the perfect entertainment that fits your style and budget - get in touch to get started.

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Disco Through The Decades

All Your Favourite Disco Songs | Four Piece Group

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From £1,395

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

Acceptable In The 80s

Male & Female Vocals | All The 80s Hits

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From £2,465

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

The Essential Pet Shop Boys

Relive your 80's memories and hire this stunning tribute to The Pet Shop Boys.

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Ultimate 80s & 90s

The Ultimate Tribute To the 80s, 90s or BOTH | All Your Favourites from the 80s and/or 90s

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From £1,200

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

FAQs

Artist tributes such as Queen and the Pet Shop Boys, head-to-head shows like Wham! versus Duran Duran, and 80s party bands playing the whole decade's biggest hits.

Very — an 80s night is one of the most popular party themes, and plenty of guests will turn up in costume to match the act.

Yes — a marquee or a large room at home is a common setting, and a solo tribute in particular needs very little space. The same act can just as easily play a hotel function room or a social club the next weekend.

Usually, yes. Solo and duo tributes need only a small performance area and a standard power supply; for a full band, tell us the room and we'll check the line-up fits comfortably.

Typically £500 to £2,000, depending mainly on whether it's a solo tribute or a full live band, and on the date. Your quote shows exactly what's included.

Most parties book several months ahead, sooner for a summer Saturday or a December date, when the most popular tributes go quickly.

Reviews

(5)

“The crowd were all up in their seats, had a fantastic time, and were dancing along to Queen hits – we could not be more happy with the level of professionalism, sound quality and stage presence. Thanks so much!”

(5)

“Well, what can I say? They were incredible, on every level. Great guys with great voices but also really personable and managed to get the crowd up and dancing. It is the best money I have ever spent!”

(5)

“James went above and beyond for our night, he had the audience up dancing and singing for the full show. I would highly recommend the Essential Rod Stewart to anyone looking to book.”

(5)

“The Rubix Cubes totally wowed the audience at this years VOWS Awards. I've received some really lovely feedback from the audience. Can't wait to see what you come up with for next year!”

(5)

“We just wanted to say thank you so much for Saturday night. Everyone we have spoken to has said how brilliant you guys were and how much they enjoyed the sets.

You totally made our evening, we wanted a full dance floor all night and that is exactly what you gave us.”

(5)

“Thanks lads, you filled in at last minute and gave us a lot more entertainment then we expected, we will certainly be booking you again for future company events, cheers!!”

Local Venues in East Sussex

Hendall Manor Barns

Hendall Manor Barns

A cluster of ancient barns in the Weald near Uckfield, given over to one wedding at a time, with a split-level stone barn made for dancing in.

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Buxted Park Hotel

Buxted Park Hotel

A Palladian house in 312 acres of Sussex parkland near Uckfield, with a glass orangery, a ballroom and a lake the photographers head straight for.

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Flimwell Park

Flimwell Park

A timber cathedral standing in 54 acres of ancient woodland near Ticehurst, built for celebrations that want trees, light and a great deal of space.

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The Grand Hotel

The Grand Hotel

Eastbourne's White Palace, all pillars, chandeliers and sea air, where a ballroom with its own stage and dancefloor waits for the evening to start.

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Pelham House

Pelham House

A listed town house in the middle of Lewes with a walled garden looking out to the South Downs.

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Michelham Priory

Michelham Priory

Cross the longest medieval moat in England to a 7-acre island near Hailsham, an Elizabethan barn, and gardens that have been tended here since 1229.

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Buckhurst Park

Buckhurst Park

A Sackville family estate at Withyham with gardens laid out by Lutyens, lakes, terraces and two lawns made for a marquee and a long evening.

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Chalk Farm

Chalk Farm

A 17th-century oak-beamed farmhouse under the South Downs at Willingdon, small enough that the whole place genuinely becomes yours for the day.

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Brighton College

Brighton College

Gilbert Scott's gothic quad a few streets back from the Brighton seafront, with a chapel, a great hall, and the whole site yours for the day.

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