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In the latest issue of Classic Pop we have a world exclusive cover feature interview with The Human League as the group look back with us on their storied life…
Janet Jackson kicks off European leg of Together Again Tour
Janet Jackson kicked off the eagerly anticipated European leg of her Together Again Tour in Paris last night. The global icon delivered an electrifying performance at the Accor Arena, Paris,…
Thompson Twins announce Into The Gap 40th anniversary edition
The Thompson Twins to release Into The Gap 40th anniversary edition. Initially released in February 1984, the fourth album by The Thompson Twins was a multi-platinum album on both sides…
Bronski Beat’s legacy celebrated in special concert
As part of the 40-year celebrations of The Age of Consent, Bronski Beat’s legacy will be celebrated in a special concert. The Chateau and the Southbank Centre present The Age…
UB40 Featuring Ali Campbell get Up Close and Personal
British reggae icons UB40 Featuring Ali Campbell get ‘Up Close and Personal’ for two UK shows to round off 2024. UB40 Featuring Ali Campbell will play London’s Eventim Apollo on…
Sting releases new single
Sting releases new single, I Wrote Your Name (Upon My Heart), before headlining Radio 2 In The Park. I Wrote Your Name (Upon My Heart), is Sting’s first new song…
Top 20 cover versions of the 80s
Breathing fresh life into old classics or radically reinventing them, we celebrate 20 of the finest 80s cover versions The hit cover version is something of a rarity in today’s…
Make It Big: The Story Of 1984
The Story Of 1984: It was a year of decisive statements and feeding the world, of technological advances and solo beginnings. Amidst political tension, the Olympic Games and the…
Haircut One Hundred release first new music in 40 years
Featuring founder members Nick Heyward, guitarist Graham Jones and bassist Les Nemes, Haircut One Hundred release their first new music in 40 years. The group’s new single, The Unloving Plum,…
Classic Album: Pet Shop Boys – Introspective
Neil and Chris were dancefloor-bound for album number three, Pet Shop Boys’ Introspective, an expansive set that housed some of their best-loved tracks and remains one of their best-selling collections……