Are you ready to feel the Rhythm Of The Night?! Don’t miss out on an unforgettable night at O2 Academy Leicester on Friday 19 April as Gary Davies brings the UK’s most popular 80s radio show to life.
BBC Radio 2 Sounds of the 80s Live Tour will see audiences transported back to the best decade in music for two solid hours of non-stop classics from Wham!, Queen, Prince, Whitney, Madonna, and more!
We caught up with Gary Davies to find out more about his favourite 80s tracks and how the live show works. Have a read and then get ready to dress to impress and dig out those Frankie t-shirts, grab those headbands and leg warmers.
What can people expect from the Sounds of the 80s Live Tour?
3 hours of non stop dancing to the best 80s tunes with awesome routines from ‘Gary’s Gang’ our Sounds of the 80s dancers and a special live performance from 80s legends Musical Youth.
Where did your love for 80s music stem from?
The 80s was the decade that all my dreams came true – I got my dream job at Radio 1 and hosted my favourite TV show Top of the Pops.
You have to pick – give us your top 3 80s tracks?
Very tough question and my answer changes all the time – but if you want to party then it could be Erasure – A Little Respect, Bon Jovi – Living on a Prayer and Boystown Gang – Can’t Take My Eyes Off You.
Who do you believe is the ultimate 80s icon?
Too many – George Michael, Prince, Madonna, Whitney.
What is your favourite part of the live show?
All of it but maybe when Gary’s Gang perform that amazing scene from the movie Dirty Dancing.
If there’s anyone who has never listened to your radio show, tell them why they should tune in?
Because its the most joyful 2 hours on radio!
Where/when can people hear you on the radio?
At the moment you can hear me on Pick of the Pops Saturday 1-3pm, Sounds of the 80s Saturday 8-10pm and filling in on the morning show when Vernon Kay takes hols.
BBC Radio 2 Sounds of the 80s Live Tour comes to O2 Academy Leicester on Friday 19 April. Tickets are on sale HERE.