Absolutely 80s presents

Sean Kelly – Models
Brian Mannix – Uncanny Xmen
Scott Carne – Kids In The Kitchen
Dale Ryder – Boom Crash Opera
David Sterry – Real Life
Fred Loneragan- Machinations
Mark Gable -Choirboys
Paul Gray -Wa Wa Nee
Ally Fowler -Chantoozies
Tottie Gold Smith- Chantoozies
Eve Von Bibra - Chantoozies
Paul Norton & Swanne

DJ Set- Ian “Molly ” Meldrum
Dj Maynard - triple j /Double j
80s DJ w/Jason Buchanan
Corporate events & private shows only
Ross Wilson-Mondo Rock
Steve Kilby - The Church
Grace Knight -Eurogliders

The Show
Take a trip back to the 80s. An era of frizzy perms and shoulder pads, tax deductible lunches, CDs and music that shaped a generation.
The Absolutely 80s show was born 11 years ago, featuring much loved Aussie pop icons performing their massive hits from the 80s and creating hours of epic flashbacks.
The Absolutely 80s show doesn’t just focus on the hits of our singers, but mixes it up with a wide range of famous songs from the 80s. This approach - along with the outstanding showmanship of our stars - makes for all-round, broader entertainment appeal. In the 80s, each of our acts sold hundreds of thousands of records, Australia wide and internationally, also holding house attendance records in many venues.
You’ll still see some of our stars making regular appearances on TV (AFL Grand Final, Footy Show, Spicks & Specks, Rock Wiz, The Morning Show & Sunrise). We have a loyal fan base of 35,000 people across Australia, who follow us on social media and via our newsletters, where we promote our tours.
Ticketed shows are usually 2 x 50 minute sets in duration plus encores. However, we can cater for any time or length for functions and corporate events. Each show comprises a mix of artists (see following pages for information on our performers) and we can work with you on a specific line-up, depending on availability. Or we can give you our recommendation to suit your audience and needs.
The teenagers of the 80s are today’s 45 - 55 year olds, enjoying the 80s revival and looking for entertainment that they know and love. We’re currently on the circuit performing shows all around the country, at corporate and private functions, casinos, nightclubs, big beer barns and more. Our fan base and audiences keeps growing - people just can’t get enough of the Absolutely 80s Show!
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www.facebook.com/absolutely80spresents www.absolutely80s.com.au www.popshop.com.au/music/absolutely80spresents www.youtube.com/user/Absolutely80sShow
The Stars
Sean Kelly of the Models is a pioneer of post-punk and new wave in 1980s Australia. Models reaped several top ten hits including I Hear Motion, Big On Love, Out Of Mind, Out Of Sight, Barbados and more. Sean is also a frequent guest on SBS's Rockwiz and ABC’s Spicks & Specks. Sean is a great entertainer and charismatic showman!
Brian Mannix is an extroverted frontman, and was lead singer of Uncanny X-Men, one of Australia's most popular 80s bands. He recently starred in ‘We Will Rock You’ on stage. Brian enjoys writing and directing projects such as Countdown - A Musical Comedy, and has appeared in several TV shows. Brian is a natural, not to mention a cheeky, funny man when he hits the stage!
Scott Carne is the lead singer of Kids in the Kitchen, the 80s ‘new wave’ band. Their Platinum selling debut album Shine yielded ten Top 10 singles, including Current Stand, Something That You Said, Change in Mood and Bitter Desire. Their sophomore album yielded two Top 20 hits. Kids in the Kitchen supported Culture Club on their Australian Tour in 2016. The consummate frontman, Scott has been entertaining audiences for more than 30 years.
Dale Ryder was the lead singer of Boom Crash Opera, who reached No 5 on the ARIA chart with the debut single Great Wall. Their album went Gold and their second album spent more than 12 months in the Top 40 with many Top 10 singles. Dale is a full-time performer who gets every crowd in the palm of his hand!
Ross Wilson’s Mondo Rock, with their punchy, sleek and seductive pop-rock sound, were a mainstay on the Australian charts throughout the 80s. They had top 10 hits with State of the Heart, Cool World, Chemistry and Come Said The Boy. Ross is an exciting and charming performer, guaranteed to get you dancing!
David Sterry, lead singer from Melbourne-based band Real Life, had hits with Send Me an Angel and Catch Me, I'm Falling. Send Me An Angel was a massive international hit - No 1 in Germany & Top 5 in the US. Real Life also had many more hits throughout the 80s. Dave still travels the world performing with other 80s acts such as Flock of Seagulls and Duran Duran.


Paul Gray was a member of Wa Wa Nee, which had four singles in the Australian Top 40. They included Stimulation, I Could Make You Love Me, One And One (Ain't I Good Enough) and Sugar Free. Sugar Free also reached the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 Top 40. Paul is an accomplished musician and musical director for the Countdown Spectacular 2, Marcia Hines and Human Nature.
Eve Von Bibra, Ally Fowler and Tottie Goldsmith are the Chantoozies, one of the 80s hottest acts. They had Top 10 hits with Witch Queen, Wanna Be Up and He’s Gonna Step On You Again. They toured Australia many times and sold over 300,000 records. They’ve all acted in productions including Kenny, Neighbours and Stingers, to name a few! When the girls hit the stage, they put a smile on everyone’s faces!
In 1984, Grace Knight and the Eurogliders released an Australian top ten album, which spawned their #2 hit single Heaven (Must Be There). Heaven also peaked at #21 in the US charts. Another Australian top ten album followed, with three further top ten singles. Grace’s unique voice and great stage presence make her a truly exciting performer!
Choirboys, the hard rock and pub rock band from Sydney, formed in 1979 with Mark Gable on lead vocals. Their massive Aussie Rock anthem, Run to Paradise reached No. 3 on the Australian Charts. Their other hits include Boys will be Boys and Never Gonna Die. Mark’s powerful vocals makes him a mesmerising performer on stage!
Fred Loneragan fronted Machinations, one of Australia’s hottest dance bands. Their debut single Pressure Sway reached No 2 on the ARIA charts. Their first album went Gold and their songs included the Top 10 hits No Say In It and Do To You. Machinations toured Australia many times and sold over 200,000 records. Today, Fred still knows how to get the crowd jumping!
Steve Kilbey and The Church achieved international success with their 80s hit Under The Milky Way. They also had a cult following on the pub rock scene with Almost with You and Unguarded Moment. Their music has been described as neo-psychedelia to indie rock and even dream pop. Steve Kilbey performs the hits of The Church, and joins the other stars on stage for the finale.


Paul Norton released his debut single Stuck On You in 1986 - it reached Top 10 and received massive airplay all around Australia. Follow-up single Under A Southern Sky also received Top 20 status. A talented solo performer and former band member of The Runners, Paul puts on a rocking performance.
Swanee is a legend of the Australian music scene with one of the best rock n roll voices in the country. He had massive success with If I Were A Carpenter and Lady What’s Your Name. Fronting the Party Boys, their album went to No 1, with singles He’s Gonna Step On You Again, Hold Your Head Up and Gloria. Today Swanee continues to wow audiences with his wide and diverse vocal styles.
Erik Weideman was the lead singer of 1927. Their major hits were If I Could, Compulsory Hero and That's When I Think of You. Their album Ish was one of the most successful Australian debut albums of the 80s, with five times Platinum status and sales of more than 400,000. Recently, Erik has been playing sold out shows with his 1927 album anniversary tour.
DJ Ian ‘Molly’ Meldrum (Melbourne) - Molly loves appearing at Absolutely 80s shows, he’s a huge supporter and it reminds him of the good old days! Molly chooses his favourite hits and fans really love getting up close to this legend of the Australian music scene!
DJ/MC Maynard (Sydney) - Maynard was synonymous with youth culture in the 80s, as he brought Triple J to national prominence. Maynard’s quirky, energetic presenting style makes him the perfect MC/DJ for Absolutely 80s shows.
DJ Jason Buchannan (Melbourne) – A highly experienced 80s club DJ, Jason covers all the big club dance floor fillers from artists such as Madonna and Prince, to obscure 80s bands and one hit wonders. With a rare 12-inch record collection, Jason always gets the crowd in to the 80s groove.