Toyah Willcox
Toyah Ann Willcox is a singer-songwriter, actress, and television presenter. In a career spanning more than 40 years, she has had eight top 40 singles, released over 20 albums, written two books, appeared in over 40 stage plays and 10 feature films, and voiced and presented numerous television shows.
Between 1977 and 1983, Willcox fronted the band Toyah, before embarking on a solo career in the mid-1980s. At the Brit Awards 1982, she was nominated for British Breakthrough Act, and Best Female Solo Artist. She was nominated a further two times in this category in 1983, and in 1984. Her hit singles, which she co-wrote, include "It's a Mystery", "Thunder in the Mountains" and "I Want to Be Free".
Clare Grogan – Altered Images
Grogan developed her singing career as the lead singer of Altered Images, originally a five-piece band that included Johnny McElhone (later of the Scottish rock band Texas), whom she met while studying for her Highers exams. The band had several hits in the early 1980s, including "Happy Birthday", "Don't Talk to Me About Love", "I Could Be Happy" and "See Those Eyes".
In 2002, Grogan performed as Altered Images on the Here and Now Tour which featured other well known artists from the 1980s. She performed on similar tours in 2005, 2008 and 2009. She appeared with Chesney Hawkes, Toyah Willcox and Limahl as The 80s Supergroup in the 2011 series of Let's Dance for Comic Relief.
Paul Simonon – The Clash
Paul Gustave Simonon (born 15 December 1955) is an English musician and artist best known as the bassist for the Clash. More recent work includes his involvement in the supergroup the Good, the Bad & the Queen and playing on the Gorillaz album Plastic Beach in 2010, which saw Simonon reunite with The Clash guitarist Mick Jones and Blur frontman Damon Albarn – and which also led to Simonon becoming the live band's touring bassist for Gorillaz's Escape to Plastic Beach Tour. Simonon is also an established visual artist.
Dan Donovan – Big Audio Dynamite & Dreadzone
Daniel Donovan is an English keyboardist, composer, photographer and remixer. He was a founding member of Big Audio Dynamite and of Dreadzone.
Following a brief touring stint with the Sisters of Mercy in 1990, he became a founding member of Dreadzone. Although he officially left Dreadzone during the development of Zion Youth, he returned in 1996.
Neal X - Sigue Sigue Sputnik
Neal X is a founding member of Sigue Sigue Sputnik, a British new wave band formed in 1982 with former Generation X bassist Tony James. The band had three UK top-40 hit singles, including "Love Missile F1-11" and "21st Century Boy".
The band's music, image and inspiration drew from a range of electronic and glam bands such as Suicide and the New York Dolls.
More recently X has been touring the world with Marc Almond, Glen Matlock, The Art of Noise and Slim Jim Phantom: and, as well as performing, will be leading the 'Fly Back' house band.
Belle Stars
Belle Stars are a British pop/rock band. Formed in 1980, they are best known for their 1983 hit single "Sign of the Times" as well as their cover of "Iko Iko" originally released in 1982 and featured on the soundtrack to the film Rain Man in 1988.
DJ Kavita
Kavita Varu - Lawyer By Day, DJ By Night. Award winning & International.
"During lock-down, most people bought dogs; I bought decks.”
As a lawyer by day, Kavita Varu brings a wealth of legal expertise and dedication to every case. With a passion for justice and a commitment to my clients, I strive to provide the highest quality legal representation.
But when the sun sets, Kavita Varu brings passion to the stage. As a DJ by night, she brings the energy and rhythm to any event, creating unforgettable experiences and keeping the dance floor alive.
In addition to legal and DJ pursuits, she is also a sought-after speaker at events. Drawing diverse experiences & delivering engaging talks on a variety of topics, inspiring audiences with her insights and stories.
