The story of how the B-52’s went from being a little dance band from Athens, Georgia to one of the world’s favourite party groups is a wild ride.

Formed by five friends (Fred Schneider, Cindy Wilson, Ricky Wilson, Kate Pierson and Keith Strickland) over cocktails at a Chinese restaurant, they jumped from small town clubs and house parties to conquer NY’s tough punk scene, and then saw instant success with their early albums (1979’s The B-52’s and 1980’s Wild Planet). Tracks like ‘Private Idaho’, ‘Rock Lobster’ and 'Planet Claire' are still in high rotation at parties and clubs around the world.

After the tragic death of the group’s guitarist, Ricky Wilson, and a five-year hiatus, their 1989 album Cosmic Thing (and ubiquitous single ‘Love Shack’, and fan-favourite 'Roam') brought them hurtling back into the charts.

The B-52's unique sound blended 50s rock & roll, 60s girl groups, surf, funk and punk along with sc-ifi, horror, B-grade movies and all things kitsch. Their energy as a live band is totally contagious, but after 45 years together the band is calling it quits with a string of final dates in the States this year.

Join The J Files in throwing these new wave legends the farewell party they deserve!

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