By Steve Spears Casting a net for memories from the first-ever 80s Cruise back in 2016, so many images and moments spring to mind. Spying Huey Lewis making a beeline for the ship among the surprised boarding masses on Embarkation Day in Fort Lauderdale. The gasp of guests as they first stepped … [Read More]
Sheila E. Brings Prince-Kissed Classics & More to The 80s Cruise By Steve Spears It's nearly impossible to think of the '80s without Sheila E. The famed percussionist was everywhere during our beloved decade – from singing background on Prince records, to co-starring in the big-screen rap … [Read More]
By Steve Spears When you think of Kenny Loggins, what comes to mind first? That he’s the “king of movie soundtracks” or is it his ever-present beard? How about his pre-solo work with Jim Messina? Truth is that while Kenny's music formed the backbone of the '80s sound, his music truly spans … [Read More]
By Steve Spears In the neon-spritzed world of the '80s that fans prefer to paint, it's easy to forget that some of the genius acts of our decade were formed from breakups, rivalries and overall angst. Such is the tale of Club Nouveau, the R&B act that is joining us for the 2019 rendition of … [Read More]
By Steve Spears Let's settle one thing: Whether or not you think the movie “Pretty in Pink” is a John Hughes classic or not, can we all agree its soundtrack remains a masterpiece three decades later? And of those songs, perhaps only one fully retains its original magic – the swooning prom-scene tune … [Read More]
By Steve Spears If there's one thing that '80s cruisers can count on each year during our "adult spring break," it's the hit-packed sets by the tribute band Jessie's Girl. The New York-based musicians have been a mainstay on the ship since the first voyage of The 80s Cruise and quickly grew to be … [Read More]