Best 80s Cover Bands In Arizona (2024)

VHS

VHS is a female-fronted 5 piece band consisting of veteran players from bands across the Long Island area.  When you catch a VHS show, you can count on experiencing top-notch live performances from everyone’s favorite decades along with some surprises. VHS brings a stage chemistry that results in a dynamic and musical experience that grips audiences from the first chord. Don’t miss some very hot stuff and rewind with VHS. Visit at  https://www.vhscoverband.com/.

Rock Lobster

Rock Lobster is an ’80s cover band committed to reviving the decade’s hits. The band features Stephanie Foxx, Jessica Jackson, Dallan Baumgarten, John Colby, and Gary Sanchez. In 2024, the band welcomed guest musicians Rick Peronne and Eric Sawyer, enhancing performances. Peronne handles lead and backup vocals, saxophone, harmonica, and guitar; Sawyer plays bass and backup vocals. Together, Rock Lobster delivers a nostalgic and authentic ’80s music experience. Visit Rock Lobster at https://www.facebook.com/rocklobsterbandaz/

Flashpants

FlashPants, America’s premier ’80s cover band, electrifies audiences with a broad repertoire of hits. Known for dynamic shows, they specialize in turning events like weddings, corporate gatherings, and festivals into experiences. Their energy and audience engagement get everyone dancing and singing along to the biggest ’80s anthems. Award-winning FlashPants has captivated audiences nationwide and won ABC’s The Gong Show finale with their stage presence. Performing more than 200 shows annually, they are California’s most booked band, known for turning any event into a spectacle. Visit https://flashpants.com/ to find out more about this band.

The Dirt

The Dirt’s appeal lies in their commitment to recreating the iconic sounds of bands like Guns ‘N Roses, Mötley Crüe, and Def Leppard. Dressed in quintessential rock attire—big-hair wigs, bandanas, spandex, and leather pants—The Dirt delivers an authentic experience, performing songs as fans remember from MTV and albums. Saenz, of the popular Tucson country cover band Backroads, insists on the band’s fidelity to original tracks, stating, “We perform them exactly as you heard them on MTV or the album.” The band’s concerts quickly turn into massive sing-alongs, with audiences recognizing hits within the first few notes. Find them at https://www.facebook.com/TheDirtHairband/.

Kids In America Band in North Carolina

“Kids In America,” based in North Carolina, has performed at many venues in Arizona. We specialize in pop, hair metal, new wave, and dance hits. Our performances capture the iconic energy of the ’80s, immersing audiences in nostalgia.

We will eagerly travel to bring our 1980s passion to your next event. Book Kids In America, and let us transport you back to the vibrant world of the 80s!