1980s Era Musicians & Bands for Hire in Nantes

Discover professional 1980s era musicians and bands available for hire in Nantes, Pays de la Loire Region, France. Browse 669 acts focused on authentic 80s entertainment, from hair metal tribute bands to new wave cover groups ideal for weddings and parties.

All 669 suppliers listed here are willing to travel to Nantes. The nearest is based in La Roche-sur-Yon, 38 miles away.

Rated Excellent (5/5) from 1,022 reviews of 1980s Era Musicians & Bands
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Cuban and Pop Latino music duo 🇨🇺🇫🇷

La Roche-sur-Yon

Pays de la Loire Region · 38 miles away

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Concerts et rodas de samba 💛💚

Rennes

Brittany Region · 62 miles away

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Professional Rock/Pop, blues guitarist and vocalist available across the UK & EU

Vire

Normandy · 116 miles away

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Book from €200 (EUR)

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10-piece party band, perfect for weddings, birthdays, corporates, charity events

Saint Helier

St Helier, Jersey · 139 miles away

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for all occasions

Mérignac

Nouvelle-Aquitaine · 171 miles away

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The best French tribute to MUSE. We’ve hacked Shazam ;)

Bordeaux

Nouvelle-Aquitaine · 171 miles away

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One man band song (many styles)

Lanton

Nouvelle-Aquitaine · 175 miles away

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French harpist and singer, specializing in luxury events

Paris

Île-de-France Region · 213 miles away

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Marco.R Paris (France) Songwriter, Music Producer. Influences Pop/Rock 70's, 80'

Paris

Île-de-France Region · 213 miles away

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Fire, Soul and Rock'n'Roll

Paris

Île-de-France Region · 213 miles away

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Soloist with backing tracks 50’s to 90’s hits

Paris

Île-de-France Region · 213 miles away

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BOP, the dynamic quartet that resurrects the classics of The Police !

Paris

Île-de-France Region · 213 miles away

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Bilingual French / English singer: performance Duo, Trio & More.

Paris

Île-de-France Region · 213 miles away

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The Live Family deliver exceptional live performances

Paris

Île-de-France Region · 213 miles away

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Oneman "Barry White" show Lounge & Jazz

Magny-le-Hongre

Île-de-France Region · 232 miles away

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Acoustic & Upbeat Soulful Singer

Ryde

England, United Kingdom · 243 miles away

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Live 6- piece show band!

Portsmouth

England, United Kingdom · 248 miles away

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Live stage show of Top of The Pops

Bognor Regis

England, United Kingdom · 249 miles away

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Hiring professional 1980s era musicians and bands in Nantes typically costs between about €150 and €2,800+, with most acts averaging €800 per booking. These skilled musicians have mastered the complex arrangements and production styles that made 80s music so memorable, from synthesizer-driven new wave to power chord-heavy arena rock. Many acts focus on specific subgenres of 80s music, allowing you to find the ideal match for your event's atmosphere and audience preferences. Contact the supplier you like for an accurate quote.

What our enquiries show

Based on 153 enquiries for 1980s Era Musicians & Bands at events in France, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 15 November 2026.

Typical first reply
Within two hours
84% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About five months
22% enquire less than a month before the event
Busiest months
June to August
54% of events take place in these months
How far suppliers travel
About 85 miles
For the 86% based outside the event's town

Reviews of 1980s Era Musicians & Bands available in Nantes

5/5 from 1,022 reviews
Photo of Shaun G Shaun G "What an excellent evening with Shaun G last Saturday! 🎸🎤 Shaun absolutely smashed his set — even a power cut didn’t stop him! ⚡️😄 With music to suit everyone, we can highly recommend Shaun for a fantastic night of live music. We’re already looking forward to having him back on stage here at Le Famous Knight! 🤘🎶" Based in Vire, Normandy (116 miles from Nantes) 27th October 2026 Jules Ordish - Le Famous Knight events Photo of KOH - MUSE Tribute KOH - MUSE Tribute "Top musicians, top singer. Songs, Costumes, lights, lasers, accessories ... This act is just astonishingly close to the original. They smashed it." Based in Bordeaux, Nouvelle-Aquitaine (171 miles from Nantes) Laurence - Concert La Ruche Saucats Photo of Spirit Jordache Singer Spirit Jordache Singer "Hired to sing one time in our restaurant, now it is a monthly event and it gets better and better. From soulful music to romantic music to dance music, he can do it all. His passion is felt by everyone in the audience. Can’t get enough of Spirit and his spirit. Incredible singer" Based in Paris, Île-de-France Region (213 miles from Nantes) Christina Tomasello - Saveurs et Mélodies @ L’Arbre à Pâte Photo of Emellia Emellia "Bembridge Village Street Fair was the venue She had set up two doors down from our cottage We spent most of the day listening to her, songs we loved Really well interpreted such a great singing voice ,we asked for her details as we would willing travel to listen to her." Based in Ryde, England, United Kingdom (243 miles from Nantes) 25th May 2026 Paul Spencer Photo of Le Freak! Le Freak! "We managed to secure Le Freak four days before our 30th birthday party and I’m so glad we did. They were amazing! They looked fantastic, sang fantastic and just had everyone up on the dance floor. Their songs were classic party songs with a range of well known songs. We couldn’t have asked for a better band. Would highly recommend. Thank you so much 💜" Based in Portsmouth, England, United Kingdom (248 miles from Nantes) Katie Scarlett Denial - 30th Birthday Party Photo of Simone Sax Simone Sax "We just had to write and express our thanks for your saxophone and flute performance at our wedding. We were so glad that you were able to play such a wide variety of musical styles for us – every age group of our guests really appreciated your music and appropriate backing music – the amplification was just right! David & Janet Foster (Wedding) 10/10" Based in New Forest, England, United Kingdom (250 miles from Nantes) David & Janet Foster (Wedding) 10/10 - Wedding

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Frequently asked questions

The average price for 1980s era musicians & bands on Gig Heaven is currently €800, with prices ranging from €150 to €2,800+. Pricing typically depends on the number of performers, set duration and any additional production such as themed costumes or lighting. Most acts specialise in new wave, synth-pop, rock and pop anthems from the decade, so listening to profile samples is a good way to compare what each performer offers.

The 1980s era musicians & bands cover the wide range of 1980s genres including new wave, synth-pop, pop rock, hair metal, hip hop and power ballads. Many acts use authentic 1980s-style instruments and synths to recreate the sound of the decade, while others offer a modern take on classic 80s hits.

Hiring 1980s era musicians & bands is ideal for retro-themed parties, weddings, corporate events, birthday celebrations and festival stages. The 1980s produced some of the most widely recognised pop and rock songs, making it a crowd-pleasing choice for events with guests of all ages.

Typical performance times for 1980s era musicians & bands are two to three hours, split into high-energy sets with short breaks. Eighties music lends itself to big, crowd-pleasing performances, and many bands offer additional DJ services between sets to maintain the party atmosphere. Set lengths and formats can usually be adjusted to suit the event.

Many 1980s era musicians & bands are flexible and can tailor their setlist to focus on specific 1980s styles or artists. Some bands also include songs from the late 1970s and early 1990s to broaden the appeal. It is a good idea to discuss music preferences with the band when making an enquiry.

Most 1980s era musicians & bands bring their own PA system, instruments and stage setup for standard venues. Some also offer lighting packages to enhance the performance. For larger events, additional sound or lighting equipment may be needed. For the best experience, confirm all technical requirements before booking.

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Booking as early as possible increases the chance of securing your supplier's availability on your event date, particularly during busy times of the year. However, many suppliers also accept last minute bookings, and we have successfully arranged bookings for clients with just a few hours' notice.

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