80s Tribute Band - Ultimate 80s

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ULTIMATE 80s - Ultimate LIVE 80s function band. Covering all the great artists from the best decade in music... The 80s!

For a great night's entertainment BOOK ULTIMATE 80s NOW!

Having formed in the summer of 2009 the band are already setting very high standards with their vast performing experience and exciting shows!

It’s been a great year for Ultimate 80s, performing at some amazing venues throughout the UK. The band recently performed at the Pret A Manger 25th Anniversary Party at Old Billingsgate in London to a crowd of 2500 people!

Ultimate 80s are available for Corporate Events, Weddings, Private Parties, Functions, Festivals, Pool Parties, Rocket Launches, Snow Ball Fights, Hand Car Washes and any other event you can think of!!!

5 Piece - Vocal, Guitar / Vocal, Bass, Drum / Vocal, Keyboards

Rich - Vocals
Rich has been singing since he was 15 and has been in various groups over the years. Rich studied performing arts at college before moving to London at the age of 17 to seek his fortune!! His musical career has involved numerous TV shows and Radio appearances! Rich worked for renowned music manager Tom Watkins (Pet Shop Boys, Bros and East 17 to name a few) for 2 years as lead singer and writer in the band QED. Rich was signed to independent record label E-Park in 2001. He has performed across the UK/Europe and also gained valuable performing experience on a 34 date arena tour covering the UK and Ireland. Including Wembley (5 Times!!). Rich also owns and runs Regal House Recording Studio alongside his brother Rob.

Rob - Bass
Rob first picked up a bass at the age of 15 and has been hooked ever since. He has played in a wide variety of bands over the years covering many styles. Aside from Ultimate 80s, Rob is currently actively gigging with Blondied, No Strings and Hoverfly. Rob has gained extensive live and studio experience having gigged all over the world and recorded several albums worth of original material. In 2002 Rob recorded a single with pop punk outfit "The Stiffs" which was released in Japan and a tour of Japan followed to coincide, together with dates in Eastern Europe.

Steve - Guitarist /Backing vocals
Steve started playing the piano at the age of 8 then took-up guitar aged 9. Over the years he has played live and recorded with many musicians of diverse styles and in many genres. Working as a professional guitar tutor has acquired him a broad knowledge of playing styles. His CV includes a dance album, scores created for film and TV besides engineering and recording projects for the band. He has joined 'Ultimate 80s' since the disbanding of his last band "Evolution" who have played up and down the country over the past decade, supporting bands such as Deacon Blue, Heather Small and Go west, to name a few.

Sam - Keyboards
Sam has been involved in the music industry for many years. At just 17 he was fortunate enough to sign a major record deal with RCA (Sony/BMG). Sam was a keyboard player in the 90’s TV boy-band North & South and has extensive experience in the studio and on stage. North & South were a modern day equivalent of the 1960’s chart toppers “The Monkees” and formed a central role in the BBC children's TV comedy show No Sweat. The show followed the exploits of struggling boy band North & South consisting of Jimmy, Greg, Miles and Giles (played by Sam Chapman). However, the band became so popular that they became a real life band who scored four top 40 hits within just 12 month including an impressive number 7 debut hit single "I'm A Man Not A Boy" in May 1997. The band also headlined the own UK tour and supported Mark Owen of ‘Take That’ on his European Tour. Sam has now left his Top of The Pops and MTV days behind him in order to pursue a teaching career in music but still loves producing music and playing live.

Dave - Drums/Percussion
Dave first picked up sticks at the age of 14, and was gigging semi professionally by 16. He now enjoys a career teaching drums and gigging around the UK. Dave attended The Academy of contemporary Music in Guildford, Surrey, and has racked up a CV including Tech work at the Royal Albert Hall, Recording sessions at AIR and Strongroom Studios (London), Live Radio Sessions for BBC Radio 2.

A Night To Remember Shalamar
Addicted To Love Robert Palmer
Billie Jean Michael Jackson
Boys Of Summer Don Henley
Dancing On The Ceiling Lionel Richie
Don’t Stop Believing Journey
Don’t You Simple Minds
Footloose Kenny Logins
Freedom Wham!
Girls On Film Duran Duran
Give It Up KC And The Sunshine Band
Holiday Madonna
Hungry Eyes Eric Carmen
I’m Always Here Baywatch Theme
I’m Your Man Wham!
Invisible Touch Phil Collins
Is This Love Whitesnake
It’s My Life Talk Talk
Last Christmas Wham!
Livin’ On A Prayer Bon Jovi
Never Too Much Luther Vandross
Power Of Love Huey Lewis
Rio Duran Duran
Run To You Bryan Adams
Something Happened On The Way To Heaven Phil Collins
Summer Of 69 Bryan Adams
Sussudio Phil Collins
Take On Me A-Ha
The Reflex Duran Duran
Thriller Michael Jackson
Time After Time Cyndi Lauper
Waiting For A Star Boy Meets Girl
We Close Our Eyes Go West
White Wedding Billy Idol

Richard Kay, Birthday Party Event, Hertfordshire
The 80s Tribute Band - Ultimate 80s - are awesome! They were extremely professional to deal with and performed beyond all expectations (it was like listening to the original bands perform live - incredible!). I've had nothing but positive comments from my guests and they really help make the night very special. As I've already told the guys, if I can find another excuse for a party I'll definitely be inviting them back!

Pret A Manger
I've had nothing but praise from the management @ Pret A Manger following your stunning performance at their Summer Party at Old Billingsgate last week. You had the dance floor packed from the first song and kept them there all night. The band were awesome and your job as front man keeping the audience fired up didn't go unnoticed. The events company who booked you said they would definitely book the band again and recommend you to anyone looking for a great 80's band.

Compass Costs Consultants Book this band, you WILL NOT be disappointed! From start to finish,these guys offered stress free organisation,with great communication and few demands, they were an absolute pleasure to work with.They delivered an outstanding performance and had the dance floor full to bursting in no time with their playlist of 80s hits. Our Clients and Staff had an absolute ball and we thank you all for entertaining us! We have no hesitation in recommending Ultimate 80s for your event.

Sophos
I just wanted to let you know that the feedback on your performance has been excellent and have had a few people asking for details which I have passed on. People particularly liked the songs that you played – all eighties classics but avoiding the cheesy side of the 80s! The emergency evacuation mid-set was a surprise but it was great that when we were allowed back in you got back up on stage and got the party going again!

KLFM 96.7
We booked the band for our Christmas party and what can I say? Firstly the communication before the event was excellent and easy. We explained our requirements and they dealt with the rest. As for the evening what a great night. This is the band to pick if you want a full on party. The energy they put into their performance just made you want to get up and join in. I would not hesitate to book these guys again!

Wedding
Just to say a huge thank you for playing at our wedding. You are a fantastic band and really made the night. Everyone had a great time. You rocked!

BITC
Thanks so much for your performance at our All Staff Conference. The band got everybody up on the dance floor and into the 80’s party spirit! We would definitely recommend this band for future events

Fundraising Ball
We can honestly say how happy we are that we picked you guys as the band at our event, you were absolutely brilliant and i cant remember the dance floor not being jam packed. Everyone who has spoken to us afterwards thinks you were great as do we. Once again a huge, huge big thank you for playing for us on our first fund raising ball and roll on next year!!

Pret A Manger
Sophos (International Computer Software)
Hilton Hotels
The National Trust
Harlequins Rugby Union
Spinal Injuries Association
Premier Foods International
BITC (business in the community)
Princes Foods
Compass Costs Consultants
Carpmaels And Ransford
KLFM (Radio Station)
Lincs County Council

Ultimate 80s can provide music inbetween sets.

Standard performance times 2 x 45 minutes
Shorter also available (i.e. 1 hour)

Please contact for additional / extended performance times. Backing Dancers are now available at an additional cost.

Please Note: The fees indicated below are approximate and based on a central location for each county. They are intended to provide a rough guide only and exact quotes can only be given once the date and exact location of your event have been provided.