UK Calling - The Best of British New Wave

After a string of sold-out shows in 2024 and early 2025, UK Calling are bringing their high-energy, era-defining show from the late 70s through the 80s to Parry Sound for the very first time!

Catch them Friday, November 7, at the Stockey Centre for a night of bold, unmistakably British sound. From Tears for Fears to Simple Minds, Spandau Ballet to The Style Council, Bronski Beat, and yes—The Cure—UK Calling brings the deep cuts and iconic tracks that most bands won’t even attempt.

UK Calling is best known for delivering energetic, fully live performances—no backing tracks, just committed, authentic musicianship. Their shows are dynamic, sweat-soaked, and dance-floor-driven - immerse yourself in a live show driven by real musicians, tight arrangements, and full-on intensity.

What sets this band apart? It’s not just the songs—it’s the show. This seven-piece powerhouse, complete with a full horn section, brings unmatched energy to the stage. No gimmicks, no throwaway synths—just top-tier musicianship and a passion for the music that defined a generation.

You’ll hear the best of Tears for Fears, Joy Division, Madness, and more. Whether you're a lifelong fan of the genre or discovering it for the first time, you’ll be swept up by the band’s immersive sound and the standout voice of frontman Peter James Fox—a world-class tenor with serious presence.

“Just like the old CFNY.”

UK Calling is Canada’s premier '80s alternative tribute—focused squarely on New Wave, 2 Tone Ska, and Post-Punk from the UK’s golden era. You won’t find Bon Jovi or Madonna here—but if The Smiths, The Specials, and the early edges of synth-pop are your thing, this is your show.

UK Calling has been selling out venues and keeping Ontario dance floors packed since 2018. Don’t miss your chance to experience them live.