A Firstwave 80's Night with FIRST WAVE
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FIRST WAVE // New Wave • Synth-Pop • Goth • Alternative
Saturday, August 29, 2026
Barrelhouse Ballroom – Chattanooga, TN
Doors 7:30 PM | Show 8:30 PM | 18+
Step back into the darker, cooler side of the ’80s with FIRST WAVE, a nationally touring tribute to the music that defined New Wave, Synth-Pop, Goth, and Alternative.
Featuring members of LOVESONG – The Cure Tribute, FIRST WAVE delivers a high-energy live show packed with iconic songs from Depeche Mode, The Cure, Duran Duran, New Order, INXS, The Smiths, David Bowie, The Police, The Cars, Tears for Fears, Billy Idol, Echo & The Bunnymen and more.
Inspired by the sound and spirit of SiriusXM’s 1st Wave, the show combines live instrumentation, custom video, immersive lighting, and laser effects to create a full-scale celebration of one of the most influential eras in alternative music.
FIRST WAVE have performed at major theaters and venues across the country, including Hard Rock, House of Blues, and more.
Expect the songs you know, the deep cuts you forgot you loved, and a dance floor that stays moving all night.
Dress retro. Dress goth. Dress ’80s. Just come ready to dance.
FIRST WAVE – The soundtrack of the alternative generation, live.
Saturday, August 29, 2026
Barrelhouse Ballroom – Chattanooga, TN
Doors 7:30 PM | Show 8:30 PM | 18+
Step back into the darker, cooler side of the ’80s with FIRST WAVE, a nationally touring tribute to the music that defined New Wave, Synth-Pop, Goth, and Alternative.
Featuring members of LOVESONG – The Cure Tribute, FIRST WAVE delivers a high-energy live show packed with iconic songs from Depeche Mode, The Cure, Duran Duran, New Order, INXS, The Smiths, David Bowie, The Police, The Cars, Tears for Fears, Billy Idol, Echo & The Bunnymen and more.
Inspired by the sound and spirit of SiriusXM’s 1st Wave, the show combines live instrumentation, custom video, immersive lighting, and laser effects to create a full-scale celebration of one of the most influential eras in alternative music.
FIRST WAVE have performed at major theaters and venues across the country, including Hard Rock, House of Blues, and more.
Expect the songs you know, the deep cuts you forgot you loved, and a dance floor that stays moving all night.
Dress retro. Dress goth. Dress ’80s. Just come ready to dance.
FIRST WAVE – The soundtrack of the alternative generation, live.
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Where is it happening?
1501 Long St., Chattanooga, TN, United States, Tennessee 37408
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Host or PublisherBarrelhouse Ballroom Chattanooga
