Get ready to rewind time, Airlie Beach is set to be drenched in synths, sequins and shoulder pads when the Rewind 80s Band return for two epic shows this August.
The Melbourne-based seven-piece group, led by powerhouse vocalist and band founder Samantha Atkins, will take to the stage at the Airlie Beach.
“It’s all the greatest hits from the 80s, think Madonna, Van Halen, ABBA, Jimmy Barnes, and more,” Samantha said.
“We’re all dressed up in full costume, and the setlist is a fail safe for hitting the dance floor and to get moving.”
Rewind 80s don’t just play the hits, they bring them to life. With multiple costume changes and magnetic stage presence, the band recreates the vibrant spirit of the decade, right down to the hair and harmonies. Audiences can expect classics like Jessie’s Girl, Living on a Prayer, Material Girl, Sledgehammer, and Sweet Child O’ Mine, songs that have stood the test of time and still fill dancefloors across the world.
The crowd can be anywhere from 25 to 65, and they will still have a blast and a great time.
“The music of the 80s is timeless, and the people who come to our shows are there to let loose, sing along, and dance like no one’s watching,” Atkins said.
“There’s something special about that generation, they’re not sitting at home on iPads, they’re out meeting people.”
The band, affectionately dubbed The New Wigs on the Block, has spent the last 14 years touring extensively across Australia. Their theatre-sized stage show, complete with lighting and video effects at some venues, has wowed crowds in cities like Cairns, Townsville, and Darwin. Their last visit to Airlie Beach earlier this year was such a hit, they couldn’t resist coming back for another round.
“We had a fantastic time doing early last time and apparently there's a lot of birthday parties that are going to be there this time around,” added Samantha.
While many acts of the era have faded into the past, Rewind 80s continues to grow in popularity thanks to their commitment to live performance and connection with audiences. During the pandemic, the group pivoted from pubs to theatre venues, expanding their reach across the country and gaining a whole new fanbase.
So if you’re a fan of neon colours, leg warmers, and unforgettable anthems, don’t miss your chance to catch Rewind 80s Band live at the Airlie Beach Hotel this August.
WHAT: Rewind 80’s
WHERE: The Pub, Airlie Beach Hotel
WHEN: Saturday 9 August (2pm – 5.30pm) & Sunday 10 August (2pm – 5.30pm)
They've been hitting stages country wide
Don't Miss the performance at the Airlie Beach Hotel
They arrive in the Whitsundays soon
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