Eighties icon Holly Johnson will bring some Hollywood headline glamour to North Wales next summer for an incredible night of retro hits.
The former Frankie Goes To Hollywood frontman will headline Live at Llangollen Pavilion on Sunday June 27, joined by special guests Haircut 100 and Toyah.
Tickets go on general sale at 10am Friday via llangollen.net and ticketmaster.co.uk
Holly Johnson achieved massive fame as the lead vocalist and lyricist of Frankie Goes to Hollywood. One of the biggest selling bands of the 1980s they debuted with three consecutive UK Number 1 singles – Relax, Two Tribes and The Power Of Love.
Holly’s voice, flamboyant stage presence and unapologetically bold persona helped secure the band’s status as provocative pop stars who blended social commentary with irresistible dance music.
Since going solo in 1987, he’s built a parallel catalogue of hits including album Blast and singles Love Train, Americanos and Atomic City, and become one of pop’s most enduring outspoken frontmen, remaining a prominent voice for LGBTQ+ visibility and human rights, using his platform to advocate for equality and acceptance.
This summer he played sold out shows at venues across the country, proving his distinctive voice hasn’t dimmed one bit.
Joining Holly Johnson will be New Wave pop favourites Haircut 100, who made their new music comeback with the release of album Boxing The Compass earlier this year, bringing the classic line up – Nick Heyward (vocals/guitar), Graham Jones (guitar), Les Nemes (bass) and Blair Cunningham (drums) – back together for the first time in 44 years.
The album followed single The Unloving Plum, which secured the coveted BBC Radio 2 Record Of The Week slot on its release, maintaining the magic which inspired their classic 80s hits Favourite Shirts (Boy Meets Girl), Love Plus One, Fantastic Day and Nobody’s Fool.
Completing the line-up is punk and new wave icon, singer, actress and performer Toyah – an artist who has built a five-decade career defined by fearless creativity, reinvention and an unmistakable connection with her audience.
With 13 Top 40 singles and 25 albums, Toyah’s back catalogue includes the iconic hits It’s A Mystery, I Want To Be Free and Good Morning Universe, alongside the platinum-selling albums Anthem and The Changeling. As well as appearing with Holly Johnson in 2027, Toyah will also release her new studio album Future Dreaming!
Artistic Director of the Llangollen International Musical Eisteddfod Dave Danford said: “Holly Johnson, Haircut 100 and Toyah are three unmistakable names in British music and bringing them together in Llangollen promises a night packed with character, colour and some truly iconic songs.
“Each of them has carved out a very distinctive place in popular music, and all three continue to command enormous affection from audiences. I think this will be one of those evenings with a real sense of occasion, great energy in the Pavilion and plenty of moments people will want to sing along to.”
For more information go to llangollen.net and ticketmaster.co.uk
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Pictures attached: Holly Johnson, Haircut 100 and Toyah
LIVE AT LLANGOLLEN PAVILION 2027
JUN 25 James Morrison & Jack Savoretti
JUN 26 Alfie Boe + Gravity
JUN 27 Holly Johnson + Haircut 100 + Toyah
JUL 1 Ronan Keating + Blue + Germein Sisters
LLANGOLLEN INTERNATIONAL MUSICAL EISTEDDFOD
JUL 8 Llangollen 80: Jools Holland and his Rhythm & Blues Orchestra
JUL 10 Llangollen 80: Anniversary Gala Concert
*More dates and artists to be confirmed
LLANGOLLEN INTERNATIONAL MUSICAL EISTEDDFOD
Since 1947, Llangollen has welcomed the world to one of the most inspirational cultural festivals on the planet. Every year, over 4,000 performers travel to the beautiful Welsh town to celebrate in a truly unique event – blending competition and performance with a powerful spirit of international peace and friendship.
From world-class choirs and dazzling dancers to global stars who found their first stage in Llangollen, the festival has inspired generations.
Since 2025, the dedicated team behind the Eisteddfod has also taken on the running of the Llangollen Pavilion all year-round, ensuring this iconic venue continues to thrive as a hub for music, culture, and community.
Over the decades, legends such as Luciano Pavarotti, José Carreras, and Dame Shirley Bassey have graced its stage, cementing its place on the world’s cultural map. It remains a shining symbol of how music and culture can bring nations together in harmony.
