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80s Whammy!

Overview

80s Whammy! gives you all the sounds of the 80s in one show. Offering the hits of Wham!, Duran Duran and The Human League along with some great 80s favourites. 

The great flexibility with 80s Whammy! enable you to choose the perfect package option for your event! Fancy a bit of Whammy vs. Duranny nostalgia? Or Human League classics with a hit packed 80s set to follow? Or choose the premiere event of a triple header tribute extravaganza to dance and singalong!  Whatever your requirements James can cater for you. All package options come with James providing DJ style music between sets where required. 

Option 1 - The main show!

3 x 45 mins sets (Human League, Duran Duran and finishing with Wham!)

Option 2 - Whammy vs. Duranny!

2 x 45 or 60 mins sets of Wham! and Duran Duran featuring all the anthems in this classic battle of the 80s icons

Option 3 - Tribute choice

2 x 45 or 60mins (Any 2 tributes of your choice!)

Option 4 - Tribute + 80s set

2 x 45 or 60mins: 1 tribute + an 80s or general hit packed anthem set

You will hear anthems such as Wake me up before you go go, Rio, Don't you want me, I'm Your Man, Hungary like the Wolf, Freedom, Together in Electric Dreams, Is there something I should know, Club Tropicana, Mirror Man and many more!

James has been professionally performing in a number of leading tribute bands for many years and is now able to combine the same hit packed shows to clients who may not have the space, requirement or budget for full bands to these legendary acts.

James has spent time studying the performances of these great icons to faithfully reproduce a show that both entertains and transports his audience back to the 80s heydays. James says "I started singing the songs of Wham! Duran Duran and The Human League from an early age and they have been influential in my own music journey. Being able to perform the songs of these legends is an honour and I hope clients enjoy hearing these songs as much as I enjoy performing them."

James has over 15 years of professional experience performing many genres of pop, rock, indie and dance hits at Weddings, Parties, Venues and Corporate Events all over the UK and internationally and is able to ensure your event is a resounding success!

With a variety of package options available James has the versatility to suit all budget and venue / event requirements. Please enquire today to book 80s Whammy for your event!

Set list

Wham!
Wham Rap!
Young Guns (Go for it!)
Club Tropicana
Bad Boys
Freedom 
Everything she wants
Careless Whisper 
Last Christmas
Wake me up before you go go
I'm Your man
Edge of Heaven
Ray of Sunshine
Heartbeat
Duran Duran
Planet Earth
The Reflex
Is There Something I Should Know?
Union Of The Snake
New Moon on Monday
Save A Prayer
Hold Back The Rain
Skin Trade
A View To A Kill
I Don't Want Your Love
All She Wants Is
Ordinary World
Hungry Like The Wolf
Notorious
Wild Boys
Girls On Film
Rio
Human League
Don't You Want Me
Together in Electric Dreams
Mirror Man
(Keep Feeling) Fascination
Love Action (I Believe in Love)
Open Your Heart
Being Boiled
The Sound of the Crowd
The Lebanon
Human
Tell Me When
Louise
Life on your Own
Love is all that matters
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PLUS MANY MORE CLASSIC 80s FAVOURITES

Reviews (3)

Great evening of entertainment, you had everyone up and dancing, Look forward to having you back soon!

Just to say thanks again James for your tribute performances last night, your energy and performance was great and you really helped us all have a great night of celebration! See you again soon!

Thank you for the great entertainment for my birthday! You performed a really excellent tribute and we all loved the 80s party set too! Thanks again!

FAQs

How far in advance should we book?

As soon as you know your date. Weekends, especially in summer, can book up 12 months or more ahead, so the earlier you secure 80s Whammy!, the better. We can sometimes help at a few weeks' notice too, so it's always worth asking.

What's your payment and cancellation policy?

A £250 reservation fee secures your date, and the balance is due 30 days before the event. If you cancel more than three months before, you only lose the reservation fee. Charges then rise on a sliding scale, and the full amount is due within one month of the date. Your booking agreement sets out the exact terms.

What if the timings change after we book?

That's fine. Plans often change as the day gets closer. Just let the Hireaband team know, and we'll check the new timings with 80s Whammy! and update your booking. If you'd like to add more performance time or another act later on, we can arrange that too.

What should we expect if we've never booked an act through Hireaband before?

We'll guide you from your first enquiry to the day itself. You'll get a written booking agreement, a clear quote and a named contact. Hireaband is free to use, and with the Hireaband Price Promise you'll never pay more for an act than by booking anywhere else.

How much contact will we have with the act before the event?

We'll put you in touch with 80s Whammy! around three months before your date, so you can go through timings, music choices and any special requests together. Until then, the Hireaband team are on hand to answer any questions.

Can we see the act perform before booking?

Most performances are at private events, so it isn't always possible to see an act live. The videos, audio and client reviews on this page are the best way to get a feel for 80s Whammy!. If you'd like to know more, the Hireaband team are happy to talk it through with you.

How far will you travel?

Many of our acts perform across the UK. Any quote you receive already includes travel, so there are no surprise extras. For longer journeys an overnight stay may be needed, and we'll tell you before you book.

Are you insured?

If your venue asks for public liability insurance or electrical safety (PAT) certificates, let the Hireaband team know. We'll get the paperwork from 80s Whammy! and send it to your venue.

Will we need to provide anything on the day?

This depends on the act and how long they're with you. Some need a space to get ready, parking, or a meal if they're with you for several hours. We'll confirm 80s Whammy!'s requirements with you before the day, so there are no surprises.

What happens if the performer is ill on the day?

It's very rare, but if it happens we'll find a suitable replacement. Hireaband is one of the UK's largest entertainment agencies, with hundreds of acts on our books, so we can usually cover your event even at short notice.

Check availability and price for 80s Whammy!

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