AEG Presents
The Blow Monkeys & The Christians
The UK Co-Headline Tour
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- About the bands
Soulful. Sophisticated. Double 80s brilliance on one stage.
Two of Britain’s most distinctive 80s acts join forces for a must-see tour.
The Christians, with their soulful harmonies and socially conscious lyrics, will perform hits from their triple-platinum debut and subsequent albums including “Ideal World” and “Words.”
The Blow Monkeys, led by the charismatic Dr. Robert, bring their sophisticated blend of pop, soul, and jazz showcasing classics like “Digging Your Scene” alongside material from their recent albums.
Both bands have continued to evolve while maintaining their signature sounds, promising an evening of nostalgia and fresh material that demonstrates why they remain relevant decades after first making their mark on the UK music scene.
Need to know
Venue: Sage One (all seated)
Price: From £38.10
Stage Times: Announced nearer showtime.
Age: Under 14s must be accompanied by an adult.
About the bands
The Blow Monkeys
The Blow Monkeys epitomized mid-80s pop glamour with hits like “Digging Your Scene” and “It Doesn’t Have To Be This Way.”
Led by charismatic frontman Dr. Robert (Robert Howard), the band blended sophisticated pop with soul, jazz, and dance music while maintaining a socially conscious edge, openly criticizing Conservative policies. Their musical journey evolved from “jazz punk” to soulful dance tracks, including collaborations with Curtis Mayfield and contributions to the multi-million-selling “Dirty Dancing” soundtrack.
After disbanding in 1990, they reformed in 2008 and have since released nine albums, including their latest “Birdsong” (2025) on Alan McGee’s Creation Youth label.
The Christians
This Liverpool band burst onto the late 80s music scene with their “socially aware soul,” characterized by infectious melodies and warm harmonies.
Named after the three original Christian brothers (Garry, Russell, and Roger), their triple-platinum 1987 debut album featured hits like “Forgotten Town” and “Ideal World.” They reached #1 with their second album “Colour” (1990) and contributed to charity singles including “Ferry Cross The Mersey” following the Hillsborough disaster.
Led by vocalist Garry Christian, the band continues to tour extensively, with Chris Evans describing their performance as “the best gig I’ve ever been to.”
