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Lineup Of 2024 80’s Cruise From Florida Announced

In 2023, the 80’s Cruise sailed from Los Angeles on March 3. Now, the 2024 cruise has been scheduled, and details are out. It will again sail from Florida into the Caribbean. Here are the details:

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The 80s Cruise features many of your favorite 80’s acts and personalities. The ship for 2024 will be Royal Caribbean’s Mariner of the Seas. The 7-night cruise will begin at Port Canaveral and will sail to Aruba and Curaçao. The ship sets sail from February 29 until March 7, 2024.

Debbie Gibson (Shown at the International Tennis Hall of Fame Legends Ball) – Another headliner of the 2024 80s Cruise (Photo by Roy Rochlin/Getty Images)

Here’s the artist lineup for the 2024 80’s Cruise:

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“Caught Up In You,” “Second Chance,” “Hold On Loosely”

“Tainted Love,” “Where Did Our Love Go”

“All Out Of Love,” “Lost In Love,” “Making Love Out Of Nothing At All”

Debbie Gibson - Special Electric Youth 35th Anniversary Show

“Only In My Dreams,” “Lost In Your Eyes,” “Electric Youth,” “Foolish Beat”

Sebastian Bach

“I Remember You,” “18 And Life”

Stephen Pearcy of Ratt

“Round And Round”

Ray Parker, Jr.

“Ghostbusters,” “The Other Woman”

Sheena Easton

“9 To 5 (Morning Train),” “Strut,” “For Your Eyes Only”

“Everybody Have Fun Tonight,” “Dance Hall Days,” “Let’s Go,” “To Live And Die In L.A.”

Midnight Starr

“No Parking On The Dance Floor,” “Operator,” “Freak-A-Zoid”

“Obsession,” “Room to Move”

“Send Me An Angel,” “Catch Me I’m Falling”

Escape Club

“Wild, Wild West,” “”I’ll Be There”

When in Rome UK

“The Promise,”

When In Rome version reformed with Clive Farrington (vocals), Andrew Mann (vocals) and Rob Juarez (drums)

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BEFORE YOU BOOK

What is the cruise itinerary?

The 80s Cruise sails February 29, 2024 – March 7, 2024, on Royal Caribbean’s Mariner of the Seas. Descriptions and highlights for the ports of call can be found HERE .

How much does the cruise cost and what does it include?

The total cost of the cruise depends on the cabin you select. Per person pricing (based on double occupancy) can be found HERE .

Your Cruise Cost Includes:

• Round trip cruise from Port Canaveral, FL with luxury accommodations
• All performances, interviews, parties and events presented on the cruise (This does not include any special Artist Hosted Events which require sign up and/or a fee.)
• All meals (“Included Dining” features breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks in the Windjammer Café, breakfast, lunch and dinner in Main Dining Room, as well as late night mini-buffets throughout the ship).
• Complimentary Royal Caribbean Deluxe Drink Package
• Recreation facilities: Fitness Center, Pools, Hot Tubs, Rock Climbing Wall, Basketball Court, Jogging Track, and Mini Golf
• In-room TV and movies (excluding pay-per-view movies)
• Full-service room cleaning

Your Cruise Cost Does Not Include:

• Air and ground transportation to and from the pier in Port Canaveral, FL
• Ground transportation in ports of call
• Pre- and post-cruise lodging
• Dining in Specialty Restaurants
• Personal expenditures and purchases such as excursions, pay-per-view, personal training, photos, souvenirs, and spa services
• Purchases made at Starbucks 
• Special Artist Hosted Events which may require sign up and/or a fee
• Travel Insurance

Are accessible cabins available?

The Mariner of the Seas offers a variety of accessible cabins in numerous categories. For current availability, please contact our office at 844.384.8080 Monday – Thursday 9:00AM CT – 5:00PM CT or Friday 9:00AM CT – 4:00PM CT.

Are payment plans available?

We offer a variety of interest free payment plans to fit your needs. Payment options are displayed during the reservation process. Additionally, we offer a 5% discount for reservations paid in full at the time of booking.

I am a Crown and Anchor® member, do I get rewards?

The 80s Cruise is a full-ship charter so the standard Crown and Anchor® rewards do not apply. Guests may still earn credit for days sailed, but rewards and perks are not available during The 80s Cruise . Your Crown and Anchor® number will be applied to your Royal Caribbean account closer to the sailing, and the days accrued will be applied post sailing. The 80s Cruise does not need to record your Crown and Anchor® number. 

What documentation do I need to board the ship?

US Citizens are required to travel with either: an original US passport valid at least six (6) months after the cruise OR a valid state ID AND an original birth certificate. There is no exception to this policy. Non-US Citizens should contact Royal Caribbean Cruise Line for specific requirements. Additional document requirements can be found HERE or by calling 866-562-7625.

Will a COVID-19 Vaccination be required?

Currently, Royal Caribbean allows both vaccinated and unvaccinated passengers onboard their ships. As we approach the sailing date, we will keep our guests informed of the current regulations.

What is the cancellation policy?

All payments are 100% non-refundable. We highly recommend all guests purchase travel insurance to protect their investments. Additional information can be found HERE .

Is there an age requirement?

Passengers must be 21 years of age or older on the date the ship embarks. Passengers who are 20 and under are not permitted to sail.

BOOK AND MANAGE YOUR RESERVATION

How do I make my reservation?

Reservations can be made online HERE or by contacting our office at 844.384.8080 Monday – Thursday 9:00AM CT – 5:00PM CT or Friday 9:00AM CT – 4:00PM CT.

Can I book through a travel agent?

You are welcome to use a travel agent to make your reservation; however, we do not pay agent commissions.

What type of cabin should I reserve?

There are four main cabin types: Inside, Ocean View, Balcony and Suites.

Inside cabins are the lowest priced and smallest in size. There is plenty of room, but they do not have a window to the outside. 

Ocean View cabins are very similar to the inside staterooms but offer a window (that does not open) to view the outside. 

Balcony cabins have a floor to ceiling window with a door that opens to a private balcony that has two chairs and a small table. These cabins are generally larger in size than ocean view and interior cabins.

Suites are the biggest cabin type on the ship. They also have bigger balconies and separate seating areas. They also come with a variety of amenities and services that are not available to those in different cabin types.

You can view detailed descriptions of all cabins HERE .

If you need any help selecting the best cabin for you, please give us a call at 844.384.8080 or email [email protected] . Our reservation specialists are standing by to answer any questions you have.

Tips to Consider When Selecting Your Cabin:

Sometimes we are asked what part of the ship is the best. The answer depends on what you are looking for. The Mariner of the Seas is a big ship so it does not rock very much but we are sailing on the high seas so it will move a little. Some people want to feel the ship movement, others want to feel like they are on dry land so here are a couple of tips:

• The smoothest ride is found in the middle of the ship on lower decks.
• The side of the ship does not matter.
• Different ports dock on different sides so there is no “land facing” or “ocean facing” side. When we are at sea, everything is ocean facing!
• If you want to limit your walking, pick a cabin near the elevators or if you want to get your exercise every day, pick a cabin further away.
• Our reservation team is happy to answer any questions you might have so please give us a call at 844.384.8080 or email [email protected] .

How can I view and make changes to my reservation?

Once a reservation is made, you can view your reservation HERE . If you need to make changes to your reservation (change cabin, update payment information, add or remove a guest, correct contact information, cancel your reservation) please contact a Reservation Specialist Monday – Thursday 9:00AM CT – 5:00PM CT or Friday 9:00AM CT – 4:00PM CT at 844.384.8080 or by emailing [email protected] . All reservation cancellation requests must be made by contacting our office. Changes made to an existing reservation within 120 days of sailing are subject to a $150 manifest change fee.

PRE-CRUISE DETAILS

When should I arrive at the cruise terminal?

The 80s Cruise embarks from Port Canaveral, FL on Thursday, February 29, 2024, at 4:30PM ET. All guests are required to select a boarding window during the online check-in process (starting 45 days prior to the cruise). Boarding the day of the cruise typically begins by 11:30AM ET, and all guests must be onboard no later than 3:00PM ET.

I am flying, when should I schedule my flights?

Unless you reside near Port Canaveral, we recommend guests arrive the day prior to the cruise. On the day of disembarkation, March 7, 2024, the ship is scheduled to arrive back in Port Canaveral at 7:00AM ET. Due to the time it takes to clear Customs and Immigration, it is difficult to estimate the exact time you will be able to depart the ship. To be safe, we do not recommend scheduling flights prior to 12:00PM ET.

Is there a recommended hotel the night before the cruise?

Port Canaveral area hotels:

• Holiday Inn Express and Suites Cocoa Beach
• LaQuinta Inn and Suites
• Homewood Suites by Hilton
• Residence Inn by Marriot
• Hilton Garden Inn
• Country Inn and Suites

Can I bring alcohol onboard?

Each guest may bring onboard one (1) 750 ml bottles of wine or champagne per stateroom in their carry-on luggage on the day of Embarkation. If guests wish to enjoy the wine or champagne they brought onboard in dining or bar venues, a corkage fee will apply. Guests are not allowed to bring beer or hard liquor onboard.

Can I bring bottled water or soda onboard?

Guests may bring non-alcoholic beverages as carry-on items on the day of embarkation. Non-alcoholic beverages may not exceed 12 standard (12 oz.) cans, bottles or cartons per stateroom. Distilled water brought on for medical or dietary use is permitted.

When and how do I complete the online check-in process?

Online check-in begins 45 days prior to the sailing. All guests are highly encouraged to complete the online check-in process with Royal Caribbean at least 3 days prior to sailing. Further details as to how and when to complete the check-in process will be communicated via email as we approach the cruise date.

When and how can I purchase pre-cruise packages and activities?

Approximately 120 days prior to the sailing, you will receive a Royal Caribbean Cruise Line Reservation Number giving you access to Royal Caribbean’s “Cruise Planner.” CLICK HERE to view available packages for purchase including dining packages, shore excursions, Wi-Fi and more!

ONCE ONBOARD

Will I receive a schedule of events?

The moment you step onboard you are greeted by staff and will receive a Souvenir Program that outlines the schedule for the week. Each evening, you will receive the following day’s schedule of events.

What time do I eat dinner?

Guests can dine at any time they wish; however, most guests choose to dine opposite of their Main Show time. Reservations are not needed to dine in the Main Dining Room but are highly suggested for Specialty Restaurants.

Can I take pictures and videos onboard?

While guests are encouraged to take as many photos and videos as they wish, there may be times in which guests may be asked to refrain from taking photos/videos due to talent requests. There will be a professional photo/video team onboard that will make photos available for free download on our website post cruise.

Are there theme nights?

The 80s Cruise celebrates fun and unique theme nights each year. Check our website soon for the 2024 theme nights!

Is smoking allowed onboard?

Smoking is permitted in designated outdoor areas. Smoking indoors or on stateroom verandas is strictly prohibited.

Can I get married onboard?

Unfortunately, The 80s Cruise does not perform ceremonies onboard; however, we do have a vow renewal ceremony that any guest is welcome to participate in.

SPECIAL NEEDS AND REQUIREMENTS

Is there accessible seating available in the Main Theater?

Guests with mobility issues may register to be seated in an accessible section of the Royal Theater for each evening’s Main Show.

By registering, guests will have priority access to the designated accessible seating area, not a specific assigned seat, located near the rear of the theater to provide safe and convenient access.

Registering for the accessible seating area is only available in the Royal Theater for the evening’s Main Show. All other shows and venues are available on a first come, first served basis.

Those who register will be allowed to enter the theater shortly prior to general admission with a maximum of one companion. Additional companions will not be allowed to sit in the accessible section, due to limited space. More information on entry will be delivered to registered guests closer to the time of sailing.

To register for accessible seating in the Royal Theater, please contact a Reservation Specialist at 844.384.8080 Monday – Thursday 9:00AM CT – 5:00PM CT or Friday 9:00AM CT – 4:00PM CT or complete THIS FORM no later than December 31, 2023.

Does Royal Caribbean provide wheelchairs or scooters on the ship?

Guests who require the use of a mobility assistive device (such as a wheelchair or scooter) must bring their own or rent from a third-party company, as Royal Caribbean reserves wheelchairs onboard for medical emergencies. Note, all mobility devices must be stored inside the cabin and cannot be left in hallways overnight. Please see the contact information for the two companies offering these services.

Scootaround – 1.888.441.7575

scootaround.com

Special Needs at Sea – 1.800.513.4515

specialneedsatsea.com

Is wheelchair assistance provided at the cruise terminal pre and post cruise?

Royal Caribbean offers boarding and departure assistance to guests in wheelchairs or with mobility disabilities. Requests must be made by contacting the Royal Caribbean Access Department, no later than 45 days prior to embarkation. Please note, a Royal Caribbean Reservation Number will be required at the time the request is made. The Reservation Number will be provided via email from The 80s Cruise approximately 120 days prior to the sailing.

Will we be tendering or docking at the ports of call?

At some ports, the ship may anchor offshore, and guests are taken to shore by small boats called tenders. Even if scheduled to dock at a pier, circumstances may require the Captain to anchor offshore, and utilize tenders for transport to the Port. Guests with assistive devices who are unable to take a few steps will likely be unable to board tenders unless roll-on capability is available. To safely board most tenders, guests must be able to take steps and use a collapsible manual wheelchair. In addition, motorized wheelchairs and mobility scooters cannot be taken on tenders, unless roll-on capability is available. Please note roll-on capability is not guaranteed.

Can Royal Caribbean accommodate guests with dietary restrictions?

Royal Caribbean makes every effort to accommodate dietary requirements for all guests onboard. Food allergies, gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, low-fat, low-sodium, lactose-free/soy milk, ensure, and kosher meals are available at no extra charge. Requests must be made by contacting the Royal Caribbean Access Department , no later than 45 days prior to embarkation. Please note, a Royal Caribbean Reservation Number will be required at the time the request is made. The Reservation Number will be provided via email from The 80s Cruise approximately 120 days prior to the sailing.

Are service animals allowed onboard?

A service dog is defined as “any dog that is individually trained to do work or perform tasks for the benefit of a person with a disability.” Service dogs are not considered pets.

Guests are responsible for obtaining all required documentation for service dogs to depart the ship in ports of call. These documents must be carried on the ship, and a copy left with Royal Caribbean’s Guest Relations Desk once onboard. Please note that additional screening may be conducted at the pier or onboard. Requests must be made by contacting Royal Caribbean Access Department , no later than 45 days prior to embarkation. Please note, a Royal Caribbean Reservation Number will be required at the time the request is made. The Reservation Number will be provided via email from The 80s Cruise approximately 120 days prior to the sailing.

To review Royal Caribbean’s Service Animal policy, click HERE .

Is there licensed medical staff onboard?

Yes, each ship has a minimum of one fully licensed physician, and a minimum of two licensed nurses on board. All Royal Caribbean ships have shipboard medical facilities that are built, staffed, stocked and equipped to meet or exceed guidelines established by the American College of Emergency Physicians Cruise Ship & Maritime Medicine Section.

What is the best emergency contact number?

Your friends and family can contact the ship by calling 888.724.7447 (from outside the U.S. call (321.953.9003). You can also use the stateroom Internet connection or hotspots to send an email to your friends or family for a minimal fee.

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Recorded under the auspices of pioneering producer Brian Eno, 1978’s Q: Are We Not Men? A: We Are Devo!  was seen as a call to arms by some and became an underground hit. Others found DEVO’s sound, imagery, and material threatening;  Rolling Stone , for example, called the group fascists. But such criticism missed the point: DEVO dramatized conformity, emotional repression, and dehumanization in order to attack them, not to pay tribute to them.

While 1979’s  Duty Now for the Future  was another strong effort, the band broke through to the mainstream with 1980’s  Freedom of Choice , which contained the platinum-selling hit single, “Whip It,” and represented a peak in their songwriting. The video for “Whip It” became an MTV smash, juxtaposing the band’s low-budget futuristic look against a down-home farm setting and hints of S&M.

DEVO’s next two albums,  New Traditionalists  and  Oh NO It’s DEVO! continued their 1980s decade world touring success accompanied by the hit songs, “Beautiful World” and “That’s Good” respectively.  Shout  was released in 1984, and  Total Devo  in 1988, followed by a live album titled  Now It Can Be Told: DEVO Live at The Palace in 1989. After releasing a studio album entitled  Smooth Noodle Maps  in 1990, the band left the world of touring and recording to pursue film and TV projects.

As DEVO’s legend grew and other bands acknowledged their influence (Nirvana covered “Turnaround,” while “Girl U Want” has been recorded by Soundgarden, Superchunk, and even Robert Palmer), their minimalistic electro-pop was finally given new exposure on four dates of the 1996 Lollapalooza tour, and six dates on the 1997 Lollapalooza tour, both to enthusiastic fan response.

Currently the band is developing a musical based on their alternate world, Spudland, populated with such characters as Booji Boy, Dr. Byrthfood and the nefarious Rod Rooter as well as placing finishing touches on a darkly comic, “DEVO origins” feature film script. The band is confident that these major endeavors, when realized will show a new generation that de-evolution is real.

Bret Michaels

American singer/songwriter, Bret Michaels , has sold over 50 million records worldwide, is a reality TV superstar with some of the highest rated reality shows in history as well as a lifelong type 1 diabetic. An entrepreneur, Michaels has created the multi-million dollar selling Pets Rock Collection with PetSmart, launched his own line of custom guitars and created “Bret’s Blend, Diet Trop-A-Rocka” which is a number one selling beverage for Dr. Pepper/Snapple Group. Michaels, personally and through his Life Rocks Foundation has helped raise millions of dollars for charity and makes donations to not only diabetes awareness and research but to such causes as childhood cancer, Veterans organizations, PetSmart Charities, Operation Homefront, Fealgood Foundation and more. His talent, business acumen and natural candor have solidified him as "a cultural touchdown" in the words of former Viacom CEO Judy McGrath and made him one of the most sought-after performers, keeping him on the road for each of the last 10 years, for nearly 300 live performances, speaking engagements, charitable concerts and private engagements yearly. Michaels’ latest single and video, “Unbroken”—which he cowrote and recorded with his youngest daughter, Jorja Bleu.

Australian psych-rock guitar masters The Church enter their fifth decade of making music with all the fierce creative energy of their early years. With new members introduced, the band are deep into recording the band’s 25th studio album, 40 years after their formation.

Kim Wilde originally burst onto the music scene in 1981 with the classic “Kids In America,” a worldwide hit. This led to a stunning career with over 30 million record sales spanning 12 albums and some of the most memorable hits of the 80s including “Chequered Love,” “Cambodia,” “You Keep Me Hangin’ On” (number one in the USA), “You Came,” “Never Trust A Stranger” and “Four Letter Word.”

Voted Best British Female Singer at the BPI Awards in 1983 (Forerunner to the Brits), Kim also supported Michael Jackson on his “Bad” tour in Europe, playing to over 2 million people over 5 months and also supported the legendary David Bowie across Europe on his 1990 Greatest Hits stadium tour.

After a break from music to get married, have children and re-discover a love for gardening, Kim returned to playing live in 2001 with various festivals and tours including Australia in 2003 before signing to EMI in Germany in 2006 and releasing the Never Say Never album. After several chart successes with the singles from the album, Kim and her band took to the road, performing over 50 shows in 2007 including two tours and various festivals in 2008.

2009 saw another European tour followed by the Come Out and Play album in 2010, which went top 10 in Germany and Switzerland and was followed by a sell-out European tour in 2011. 2011 also saw the release of Snapshots , Kim’s album of her favourite cover versions. This was also followed by a European tour in 2012, which also included Kim’s greatest hits. In 2013, Kim released the beautiful and critically acclaimed Wilde Winter Songbook album, which featured her favourite Christmas and winter inspired songs, both cover versions and original material.

Morris Day and The Time

With his dynamic dancing and smooth yet gutsy vocals,  Morris Day  played an essential role in the development of the Twin City dance/club sound of the 1980s. A founding member of Prince’s band, The Time, in 1981, he remained with the group until 1984 when he launched his solo career. Returning for the first time in 1988, he performed and recorded with the Time from 1990 until 1991 and since 1995. Day’s involvement with Prince traces back to 1980 when his composition “Partyup,” originally recorded when he was a member of the Enterprise, was covered on Prince’s Dirty Mind album. Releasing his debut solo album, Color of Success , in 1985, Day reached his apex with his second solo album, Daydreaming , two years later. Produced by ex-Time members Terry Lewis and Jimmy Jam, the album included the chart-topping R&B tune “Fishnet.” Day released his third solo album, Guaranteed , in 1992. He returned to record store racks in 2004 with It’s About Time , a mostly live album with a few new studio cuts, one including a guest appearance by rapper E-40. Day has appeared in such films as Prince’s autobio-pic, Purple Rain , in 1984, and New Attitude in 1990.

Howard Jones

It was in 1983 that Howard Jones first burst upon the contemporary music scene with his very English songwriting, pioneering synthesizers and thought-provoking lyrics. He set out his manifesto in his very first single “New Song.” The lyrics called on the listener to challenge their preconceived ideas, to see both sides and “throw off your mental chains.” New Song was recently used in a pivotal scene in Breaking Bad where Aaron Paul’s character Jessie Pinkman questions if he wants to “play by the rules.” “New Song” peaked at number 3 in the UK singles charts.

Along with “New Song,” the first two albums, Humans Lib and Dream into Action , brought Howard a host of hits including “Things Can Only Get Better,” “What is Love?,” “Pearl In The Shell,” “Like to Get To know You Well,” “Hide And Seek” (performed at Live Aid), “Look Mama” and “No One Is To Blame,” which reached No. 1 in the US. Howard has sold over 8 million albums across the globe and is one of a select group of British artists who have comprehensively “broken America.”

Howard’s synthesizer-driven debut influenced a new generation of electronic and dance musicians. He enjoyed 14 weeks in the billboard dance chart top 40 in 2013 with his collaboration with Cedric Gervais on a new version of “Things Can Only Get Better.” Howard continues to operate at the forefront of music technology in both his live shows and productions.

Lou Gramm , born in Rochester, New York, was a founding member of Foreigner. He began his musical career as a drummer in the late 1960s then while drumming for a band called Poor Heart, he transitioned from drums to vocals. In the late 1970s after meeting future bandmate Mick Jones at a Spooky Tooth show in Rochester, Lou was recruited to join a new band, which ultimately came to be known as Foreigner.

Gramm was the lead vocalist on all of Foreigner's hit songs, including "Feels Like the First Time," "Cold as Ice," "Long, Long Way from Home," "Hot Blooded," "Double Vision," "Blue Morning, Blue Day," "Head Games," "Dirty White Boy," "Urgent," "Juke Box Hero," "Break It Up" and "Say You Will." He co-wrote most of the songs for the band, which achieved two of its biggest hits with the ballads "Waiting for a Girl Like You," which spent ten weeks at #2 on the 1981-82 American Hot 100, and "I Want to Know What Love Is," which was a #1 hit internationally (US & UK) in 1985. Their first 8 singles cracked the Billboard Top 20 (4 went Top 10), making them the first group since the Beatles to achieve this in 1980.

By 1987, Gramm released his first solo album, Ready or Not, which received critical acclaim and contained a top-five hit single with "Midnight Blue.” He recorded one more album with Foreigner, 1987's Inside Information , but having tasted solo success and the satisfaction of song control, he knew he needed to move on.

Through the years, Gramm continued to perform with Foreigner on-and-off, as well as pursue his solo projects. He left Foreigner again in 2003, and has been touring the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. As of 2013, Lou Gramm continues to tour with his band, performing many of his old Foreigner hits.

Living Colour

Living Colour is an American rock band from New York City, formed in 1984. Led by guitarist Vernon Reid, the band's lineup solidified in the mid-80s with Corey Glover (vocals), Will Calhoun (drums) and Muzz Skillings (bass). The band's music is a creative fusion influenced by free jazz, funk, hard rock and heavy metal. Their lyrics range from the personal to the political, in some of the latter cases attacking Eurocentrism and racism in America.

The band’s debut album,  Vivid , was released in 1988. The album reached No. 6 on the Billboard 200 Albums chart and was later certified double platinum by the RIAA. It featured “Cult of Personality,” a No. 13 hit on the Billboard 200 Singles chart as well as the Top 40 hit, “Glamour Boys.” “Cult of Personality” went on to earn the band their first Grammy Award for Best Hard Rock Performance. 

In 1990, the band's second full-length album,  Time's Up , was released and reached No. 13 on the Billboard 200 while certifying gold, and winning Living Colour's second Grammy Award for Best Hard Rock Performance. It featured guest appearances by Queen Latifah, Little Richard, Doug E. Fresh, and Maceo Parker.

In 1991, Living Colour released the 6-song EP  Biscuits , which coincided with the inaugural Lollapalooza tour.  Stain ,   their third LP, was released in 1993, reaching No. 26 on the Billboard 200. 

After a hiatus in 1995, Living Colour returned in December 2000 and release  Collideøscope   in 2003, with a number of songs about the September 11 attacks including “Flying." It also contained cover versions of AC/DC's “Back in Black” and The Beatles' “Tomorrow Never Knows.”  The Chair in the Doorway   album was issued in 2009.  Shade   was released in 2017 and peaked on Billboard’s Hard Rock Albums at No. 12 with the help of singles “Who Shot Ya,” “Come On,” and “Program.”

Hosts Original MTV VJs

Mark goodman.

The 80s Cruise is ecstatic to welcome  Mark Goodman  on deck as one of our celebrity hosts. Though he launched his successful career in radio, Goodman is best recognized as an original VJ (video jockey) for MTV, where he spent much of the 80s interviewing some of the biggest names in the music industry – Paul McCartney, Sting and Bruce Springsteen included. In that same capacity, he became the face for several of the network’s hit shows including The Week In Rock , 120 Minutes and the first show ever syndicated to broadcast by MTV, The Top 20 Video Countdown . After leaving MTV, the music personality had stints in film, television and internet radio. Today, Goodman broadcasts from Sirius Satellite Radio’s 80s channel as well as its Classic Rewind and The Spectrum stations. Additionally, recent forays into the music supervision business have had him orchestrating soundtracks for film and television, including Touchstone/ABC’s hit series, Desperate Housewives .” In 2013, Goodman and his fellow original MTV VJs co-authored VJ-The Unplugged Adventures of MTV’s First Wave , a behind-the-scenes look at the network’s early years. Expect Goodman to continue regaling audiences with these stories and other fascinating anecdotes as we journey back the 80s together.

Alan Hunter

Just as he hooked audiences in the 80s as one of MTV’s original VJs (video jockey),  Alan Hunter  is sure to captivate guests of  The 80s Cruise  from behind the mic on the highly anticipated voyage at sea. Since leaving MTV in 1987, our cruise emcee dabbled in independent film for several years, earning an Academy Award nomination in 2003 for producing the short film  Johnny Flynton , along with features  Dreamland ,  Best Worst Movie  and  Lifted . Currently, he maintains his hosting chops as a personality on SiriusXM Satellite Radio’s The 80s on 8 and Classic Rewind channels, along with a weekly podcast reminiscing and dishing on all things 80s. Devoted to his hometown of Birmingham, Alabama, Hunter co-created the downtown entertainment complex WorkPlay and co-founded the city’s Sidewalk Moving Picture Festival many moons ago. He now lives in St. Louis, Missouri, with his wife and children.

Downtown Julie Brown

Downtown Julie Brown is an English-born actress, television personality, SiriusXM DJ and former MTV VJ. She was the host of Club MTV from 1987 to 1992 and also appeared on other shows and specials on MTV. She became one of the most beloved stars of that era of MTV and was known for her catchphrase, "Wubba, wubba, wubba."

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Jessie's girl.

When it comes to the 80s,  Jessie’s Girl  has it covered, and they are bringing their highly acclaimed “Back to the Eighties Show” back aboard The 80s Cruise in 2019! Based out of New York City where they perform every Saturday night at Le Poisson Rouge in Greenwich Village, the 80s tribute band covers the hits of this amazing decade while dressed as many of the artists their fans adore – think Bon Jovi, Cyndi Lauper, Michael Jackson, Madonna and Prince! When not performing at private parties for the likes of Jamie Foxx and Neil Patrick Harris and at some of the hottest venues throughout the country, Jessie’s Girl takes to the stage from time to time with the hit makers themselves, including Tiffany, Bret Michaels, MC Hammer, Tone Loc and Taylor Dane. A crowd favorite, Jessie’s Girl will be rocking the ship!

The Smithereens

Founded in New Jersey in 1980, The Smithereens have been creating electrifying, original rock ’n’ roll for 41 years. Jim Babjak (guitar), Dennis Diken (drums), and Mike Mesaros (bass) grew up together in Carteret and lead singer, the late Pat DiNizio, hailed from Scotch Plains. The Smithereens’ “take no prisoners” sound, reflecting their Garden State roots, has resonated with fans worldwide over the course of 17 albums and 2500+ live shows. Studio albums include Especially for You , Green Thoughts , 11 , A Date with The Smithereens , and 2011 . Among their biggest hits are the rock radio staples “Blood and Roses,” “Only a Memory,” “Behind the Wall of Sleep,” and “A Girl Like You.” The Smithereens’ most recent album, COVERS , features 22 of the bands favorite songs first recorded by other artists.

The band paid its dues in clubs all over the NJ/NYC area from Kenny’s Castaways in Greenwich Village to the Court Tavern and Stone Pony in NJ. As The Smithereens’ fame escalated, they were in heavy rotation on MTV and appeared on The Tonight Show , Late Night with Conan O’Brien , and Saturday Night Live . They’ve since performed on stages coast to coast from the Greek Theatre in Los Angeles to the Meadowlands Arena in NJ to Radio City Music Hall in Manhattan, and internationally from Europe to Australia. Tour mates have included Tom Petty, Squeeze, The Pretenders, Lou Reed, and the Ramones, among others.

They’ve also inspired and influenced generations of musicians, including the late Kurt Cobain, who counted The Smithereens as a major influence on Nirvana.

With the 2017 passing of Pat DiNizio, the surviving band members decided to persevere and carry on their shared musical legacy. Using rotating guest vocalists, including longtime friend Marshall Crenshaw and Robin Wilson of the Gin Blossoms, something no other band has done, they continue to entertain and rock fans all over the U.S. and the world.

Cutting Crew

An artist who has received Ivor Novello, Grammy, BASCAP awards along with a flotilla of gold and platinum records, really needs very little introduction. By the time Midge's single "If I Was" went to No. 1 in 1985 he had already crammed several musical lifetimes into a 10-year professional career speaks volumes - Slik, The Rich Kids, Thin Lizzy, Visage, Ultravox and of course the most famous one-off group in musical history Band Aid had by then all had the guiding hand of his musical navigation.

By 1979, with his name being added to many musicians' contact book, Ure had been asked by Billy Currie, Chris Cross and Warren Cann to become the new frontman in Ultravox. The band was a major influence on the new romantic and electro-pop movements of the early '80s. Their successful trademark was combining Midge's powerful guitar riffs with sweeping synthesizer motifs, enigmatic imagery and state-of-the-art visuals. Tracks like “Reap the Wild Wind,” “Dancing With Tears in My Eyes,” “Love's Great Adventure” and 1981's timeless “Vienna” were all massive hits the world over as they charted with awesome regularity, not only on single, but with seven consecutive top ten albums in just six years. Indeed, Vienna recently was voted the Nation’s favourite number 2 single of the 80’s, finally granting it a coveted Number 1 position!

Even by then, the Midge Ure story had some individual chapters, of course. He wrote and produced “Fade to Grey” for Visage in 1980, then hit the top 10 in the summer of 1982 with his first release under his own name, an atmospheric take on the Tom Rush song made famous half a dozen years earlier by the Walker Brothers, “No Regrets.”

Then came November 25, 1984, a historic day for Midge and all of pop music, as 36 artists by the collective name Band Aid gathered at SARM Studios in west London under Ure's production. They recorded “Do They Know It's Christmas?” a song he had just written with Bob Geldof as the industry's heartfelt and eloquent contribution to Ethiopian famine relief. 600,000 copies sold in its first week in the UK alone was only the beginning: 800,000 more were bought in the second week, more than three million world-wide, and the unstoppable emotion engendered by the project led to Live Aid, the summer 1985 global concert that, all exaggeration aside, spoke for a generation.

Within months, a staggering £8 million had been raised for the starving in Africa, and Geldof said that without Ure's initial enthusiasm for the idea, not to mention his rapidly penned sketch for the single, neither Band Aid nor Live Aid could have happened.

Just two months after Live Aid, Midge was back at No. 1 in Britain, this time under his own name, with “If I Was,” and by the autumn he had a No. 2 solo album to accompany it, entitled The Gift . Further solo albums followed with Answers to Nothing in 1988 and Pure in 1991 on BMG.

Soon after Midge was busy producing and writing with and for various artists, both established and unsigned, at his studio in Bath, and writing music for films. Other duties included the “Music for Montserrat” benefit at the Royal Albert Hall alongside Sir Paul McCartney, Elton John and Eric Clapton.

Autograph left an everlasting imprint on rock 'n' roll. The platinum-selling Southern California hard rock juggernauts gave the world the ubiquitous hit “Turn Up the Radio,” seminal albums such as Sign In Please (1984), That's The Stuff (1985), and Loud and Clear (1987) as well as unforgettable sold-out shows alongside everybody from Motley Crue and Ronnie James Dio to Van Halen and Aerosmith. Given those accolades, when they disbanded in 1989, they never left the hearts and minds of millions of fans around the globe. Simply put, a reunion was both inevitable.

In 2017 Autograph released a new full-length Album on Megadeth's David Ellefson's EMP Label Group hitting #21 on the Billboard Classic Rock Sales Chart as well as placing 2 new singles on the top 10 Hard Rock Media base Radio Chart. In 2019, Lynch decided to leave the group to pursue different musical styles and was replaced by international Monster Shredder Guitarist Jimi Bell formally from the band House of Lords from RCA Records, 1st runner for Ozzy Osbourne in 1986 and featured in the classic movie Light of Day starring Joan Jett and Michael J. Fox as Joan Jett’s band guitarist in the movie and playing on the soundtrack. The band delivers an undeniably bombastic live performance and was featured on the USA Today news website. The timeless iconic classic rock anthem Top 40 hit single “Turn Up the Radio” continues to receive constant and permanent radio airplay on all major rock radio stations around the world as the lineup is praised by the fans and the critics for their powerful live performances.

China Crisis

China Crisis are an English pop/rock band. They formed in 1979 in Kirkby, near Liverpool, Merseyside with a core of vocalist/keyboardist Gary Daly and guitarist Eddie Lundon. Their output was pop music similar in style to that of New Wave but with strong similarities to the post-punk movement of the early 1980s, namely inclusion of a broader range of musical influences and occasional flirtation with political commentary. Throughout their career, China Crisis has seen moderate success in the United Kingdom with ten hit singles between August 1982 and January 1987 and six albums, as well as commercial success in western Europe, Australia and the Americas.

The band was signed to Virgin Records and recorded their debut album, Difficult Shapes & Passive Rhythms, Some People Think It's Fun To Entertain , which was released in December 1982. A re-release of "African & White" became China Crisis' first hit in the United Kingdom, reaching #45 in the UK Singles Chart. The follow-up single, "Christian," made UK #12 in early 1983 and brought them to national prominence. The album peaked at #21 in the UK Albums Chart. During this period the band toured supporting Simple Minds.

Adding Gary "Gazza" Johnson (bass) and Kevin Wilkinson (drums) to the line-up, a second album, Working with Fire and Steel - Possible Pop Songs Volume Two , was released in November 1983. Tracks included the singles "Tragedy and Mystery" (released six months earlier) and "Hanna Hanna" as well as the title track, "Working With Fire & Steel", which became a hit single in Australia. The album was a Top 20 success in the UK, and China Crisis spent 1984 and 1985 making their biggest chart run, beginning with their only UK Top 10 hit single, "Wishful Thinking," which peaked at #9.

Their third album, Flaunt the Imperfection , was produced by Walter Becker of Steely Dan fame and reached #9 in the UK Albums Chart in May 1985.

The album was previewed by the #14 UK hit single "Black Man Ray," which also enjoyed critical acclaim and international success. The follow-up, "King In A Catholic Style (Wake Up)," was a Top 20 UK single at #19. A third release from the album  You Did Cut Me  reached #54 in the UK.

In 1986, the band returned with What Price Paradise , which included "Arizona Sky," the album's first single release, and another Australian hit, "June Bride." A second single from the album Best Kept Secret  made UK #36 in early 1987.

The five-piece band worked with Becker once more on 1989's Diary of a Hollow Horse , which earned critical acclaim though little commercial success. It spawned the singles "St Saviour Square" and "Red Letter Day," both achieving the lower reaches of the UK Singles Chart. Becker produced of most of the album's tracks, but this time was not credited as an official band member.

The band's last studio album, Warped By Success , was released in 1994, following the band's parting of ways with the Virgin label. The album produced their final UK hit, "Everyday The Same.”

Tone-Loc (born Anthony Smith) soared from obscurity into pop stardom in 1989 when his hoarse voice and unmistakable delivery made the song "Wild Thing" (using a sample from Van Halen’s "Jamie’s Cryin'") a massive hit. The song was co-written by Marvin Young, better known as Young MC, as was the second single smash, "Funky Cold Medina" The album Loc-ed After Dark became the second rap release ever to top the pop charts. Tone-Loc expanded his horizons into acting in 1992 and 1993, appearing a few times on the Fox sitcom Roc . He was also in the films Posse and Ace Ventura: Pet Detective, and in 1991 returned to recording with Cool Hand Loc .

“Making Plans for Nigel”… “Senses Working Overtime” … “Life Begins at the Hop”… “Mayor of Simpleton”… “Generals and Majors”… “Dear God”… “Sgt. Rock”… XTC was one of the UK's most respected and influential bands. Now EXTC ­– featuring legendary EXTC drummer, Terry Chambers – is bringing the XTC songbook to audiences worldwide, including tracks never previously performed for over 40 years.

The show spans XTC's whole career, from their early spiky anthems to the sonic tapestries of later years. EXTC is also writing new material, forging an exciting new direction for Terry and the band.

Terry Chambers is one of the world's most respected drummers. As the driving force of XTC and EXTC, Terry's unique rhythms propel tracks like “Making Plans for Nigel,” “Senses Working Overtime” and “Generals and Majors.” Joining Terry in EXTC are Steve Tilling (vocals, guitar, ex-TC&I – the band of XTC's Colin Moulding and Terry Chambers), Steve Hampton (guitar, vocals) and Matt Hughes (bass, vocals).

Artists worldwide – including Blur, They Might Be Giants, Kaiser Chiefs, Everything Everything and Franz Ferdinand – cite XTC as a major influence.

Trial By Fire

Trial By Fire is a Los Angeles-based 60s, 70s and 80s classic rock R&B group, consisting of Steel Rod and DW3. The classic rock, R&B, and blues trio with the soulful vocals of Eric, Billy and David of DW3 create a perfect combination. In addition to these two powerhouse groups, along came Rebecca Jade with her soulful sound and rock influences, making a perfect addition to this very versatile group.

Sunset BLVD

Sunset BLVD will transport you back to 1987, with a show that celebrates the fun, loud guitars, big hair and the hits of all things 80s-rock (with a touch of pop) that made the 1980s the best decade for music.....EVER!

Larry The Duck

Larry The Duck can be heard on SiriusXM 1st Wave for the past 16 years Monday through Friday from 5:00AM to 9:00AM eastern time and is currently a Senior Director at Island Federal. He started his radio career on June 1, 1979, on the legendary alternative radio station WLIR-FM in New York.

As a DJ and Music Director of WLIR-FM, he broke numerous unsigned artists that became mainstream and is documented in the movie New Wave: Dare To Be Different on Showtime, Showtime On Demand and Netflix. He has won numerous awards including 1986 Radio Announcer of the Year by Billboard Magazine and Music Director of the Year by The Gavin Report for two years in a row in 1987 and 1988.

In addition to his radio career, his business roles included Publisher of Broadcasting & Cable and Multichannel News at Cap Cities / ABC, Disney and Reed Elsevier. He was an SVP at Newsday and Cablevision.

Lori Majewski

Lori Majewski co-hosts Feedback , the morning show on Volume, the first talk channel about music, for which she also hosts Fierce: Women in Music . In addition, Majewski hosts Lust for Lists , her classic-alternative “mixtape” program on First Wave. She co-authored Mad World: An Oral History of New Wave Artists and Songs That Defined the 1980s (Abrams), which Amazon and Buzzfeed named to its 2014 “Best Books” lists. A writer for Yahoo! Music , Rolling Stone , and Billboard , Majewski is a music expert on CNN’s The Eighties , The Nineties, and The 2000s . A vegan, she lives with her husband and cats in Weehawken, New Jersey, where she began her career editing her “Duranzine,” Too Much Information .

Brian Wilk and Brad Heron

Kevin Hamel

DJ Christopher J.

You’ll find DJ Christopher J. on stage keeping audiences dancing with his eclectic music selections and deep cuts. Christopher brings an energetic and encyclopedic knowledge of music that will add yet another level to the music experience aboard The 80s Cruise .

Retro DJ Travis Bell

Retro DJ Travis Bell has played "Dancing Queen" more times than ABBA has sung it; he has over 20,000 music videos in his collection; and has the experience to tap into the vibe of the party and take it to the next level with song selections that will exceed your highest expectations! Travis brings an unsurpassed energy level to any dance floor by mixing 80s tunes in his custom DJ booth. He is so into the 80s he even drives the ambulance from Cannonball Run .

It has been the tradition of The 80s Cruise to announce the members of Anita’s Big Band and All-Stars soon after the current sailing, which in this case is The 80s Cruise ’22 . That sailing ends on January 24, 2022. We anticipate announcing the full lineup of Anita’s Big Band members and All-Stars no later than February 15, 2022. At that time, the full lineup of Performing Groups will also be announced.

Another tradition of The 80s Cruise is that anyone who has completed a Reservation for The 80s Cruise ’23 prior to the final lineup announcement may, at that time, cancel their reservation without penalty.

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Around the World in 80 days

In 1872, Jules Verne, one of the pioneers of science fiction, published his remarkable novel, Around the World in Eighty Days . It’s testament to how much science fact has replaced fiction that the journey could now be made in about three days by commercial airliner. But honestly, where’s the fun in that? What if you could travel at a more serene pace, stopping off at interesting and exotic places along the way, and travelling exclusively by sea on a cruise ship with as much food, drink and entertainment as you can handle? That would take about … eighty days, wouldn’t you think? 

Welcome to Fred. Olsen’s most ambitious and memorable cruise, named in honour of Verne’s masterpiece, a travel goal that can genuinely be described as “once in a lifetime”. As you sail around the world, you’ll cover around 50,000 kilometres, more than 20 cities, three oceans and two feats of maritime engineering. Here’s a quick breakdown.

Southampton to Singapore

Your voyage starts in February as Balmoral leaves the final blast of the British winter behind, and you steam south into the Atlantic. Three days later you reach your first port of call, Lisbon, where you disembark in the morning and have a look around before re-boarding in the afternoon. (The city stops on this cruise are from morning to afternoon, evening or night.) Then it’s through the Strait of Gibraltar and onwards to Brindisi on the heel of Italy. Another three days in the Mediterranean will see you arrive at bustling Port Said, where you’ll spend the day, before two days making your way through the awesome Suez Canal en route to Safaga in Egypt.

Another week at sea in the balmy Indian Ocean carries you to Mumbai, Goa and Kochi, to take in the breath-taking sights and aromas of these Asian jewels over the following few days. And then it’s back on board towards the Malacca Strait and the city state of Singapore, a really impressive place where you can eat at a high end restaurant or a street food kiosk, shoulder to shoulder with its 5.5 million citizens.

Singapore to San Francisco

After Singapore you’ll sail up to Nha Trang in south-eastern Vietnam, where you’ll clock off your first month since leaving the UK. It’s a lovely fishing town where you might even try a little scuba diving in your day around town. But don’t miss the ship, because your next port makes Singapore feel like a country village – it’s Hong Kong, where 7.5 million people are crammed into just 2,700 square kilometres and it all somehow works perfectly. Your smaller-sized cruise ship leaves late at night so you can definitely enjoy some of its famed evening entertainment.

Another three days in the East China Sea is all you need to get you to Shanghai on the Yangtze, home to 25 million and with one of the most iconic skylines in the whole of Asia. Next, you’re heading north east to start your mini Japan cruise.

This part starts at Hakata in the south west of Japan, then head to the port of Kobe, from where you can take a day trip to Osaka, Japan’s second city. It’s everything you imagine Japan being – efficient and modern yet dignified and peaceful, a real eye-opener for anyone used to chaotic European city living. Next you’re going around the Kii Peninsula to Nagoya for a day, and on to Yokohama for your final stop in your four-city Japanese tour.

There’s now a whole week’s sailing before you reach Honolulu in Hawaii … or is there? Because about half way across, you’ll pass the International Date Line, where the calendar jumps forward 24 hours, meaning it’s really only six days’ sailing. It might play havoc with your Wordle streak, but you’ll get over it. After Honolulu, Lahaina and Hilo on this captivating volcanic island, you’ve got just four days before you reach the west coast of the USA.

San Francisco to St Kitts

How do you spend your day in San Francisco? Marvel at the Golden Gate Bridge or ride the trolley cars? Or perhaps you’ll want to view the infamous Alcatraz Island? San Fran is a foodie’s paradise, too, which is something you’ll no doubt want to experience. San Diego is a couple of days away, and a bit of a contrast to your previous stop, being a populous city but one that just lives a gear or two slower – and the beaches are spectacular.

Next stop: Acapulco, synonymous with celebrity, excess and debauchery, but again, you might be happy with a day on the beach, sipping cocktails. Your three-day sail to Puerto Caldera in Costa Rica will take you past the two month mark, and once you arrive you’ll be struck by the calmness of this place after your last few city stopovers. It’s definitely a place to just sit and look at the mountains or the ships sailing by. You’ll certainly get used to seeing ships on your next leg, through the incredible Panama Canal that links the Pacific in the west with the Atlantic in the East, via three locks. A bit of trivia for the dinner table: the Pacific entrance is actually about 40km to the east of the Atlantic entrance, as the canal doubles back on itself. 

Once out of the canal, you’ve got two Colombian cities to explore: Cartagena de Indias and Santa Marta. The first is a historic relic of Spanish colonial times, but is a lively and exciting place today, full of terrace cafes and music. The second is a delightful Caribbean resort, with miles of immaculate beaches and one of the most impressive cathedrals in Latin America.

After this, the journey home starts, but not before visiting Tortola in the Virgin Islands, and Basseterre in St Kitts, two romantic and lush locations under the (almost) guaranteed tropical sun.

St Kitts to Southampton

A mere five days’ sailing later you’re technically back in Europe, once again in Portugal, but this time it’s Ponta Delgada. But don’t worry, you’re not quite home yet. This port is on the island of São Miguel in the Azores, 1,400 km west of Lisbon. It’s a true tropical paradise, and will be the last time you step foot on terra firma before you arrive back in Southampton three days later.

This terrific experience is a voyage through the Med, an Asian cruise, a holiday to Japan, a trans-oceanic odyssey, a tour of the Americas and a Caribbean cruise all rolled into one.  

Please note this cruise set sail in Feburary 2023.

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