Absolutely 80s: Behind The Birthday Show

Absolutely 80s features some of Australia’s most iconic music outfits Photo source: Facebook

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Behind the Airlie Beach Hotel’s celebratory birthday show is an iconic project that has featured an impressive roster of Aussie rock icons.  

Over the past 20 years, Absolutely 80s has been a who’s-who of Australian rock royalty, starring the likes of: Dale Ryder (Boom Crash Opera), Mark Gable (Choirboys), Ian ‘Molly’ Meldrum (legendary music journalist and TV personality), Ross Wilson (Mondo Rock), Steve Kilbey (The Church), Grace Knight (Eurogliders) and Shane Howard (Goanna) – just to name a few.  

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Each act sold hundreds of thousands of records nationally and internationally back in the 80s, and now they bring their expertise to the modern circuits.  

Absolutely 80s boasts a loyal fan base of 35,000 people across the country who show their support and prove that Australian 80s music has indeed stood the test of time. Whether it’s the austere grit of Midnight Oil, the sentimentality of INXS, the neurotic charm of Men at Work or the golden nostalgia of Cold Chisel, the period of music has maintained relevancy for its enthusiasm, authenticity and intensity.  

Songs such as the anthemic ‘Never Tear Us Apart’ (INXS), politically engaged ‘Beds Are Burning’ (Midnight Oil), sparse ‘Great Southern Land’ (Icehouse) among many others continue to receive frequent airtime, whilst Absolutely 80s take extensive circuits around the country.

Expect singalongs, energy, Friday night birthday vibes and big hits including ‘Everybody Wants To Work’, ‘Change In Mood’, ‘Wanna Be Up’, ‘Witch Queen’.

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WHAT: The Pub’s Birthday Featuring Absolutely 80s ‘Supergroup’, FREE SHOW

WHEN: Friday 15^th May, 5pm onwards

WHERE: Airlie Beach Hotel

WHAT: BACK2BACK – Absolutely 80s, 2 FREE SHOWS  

WHEN: Saturday 16 May and Sunday 17 May, 2pm – 5.30pm  

WHERE: Airlie Beach Hotel

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