Howard Jones was one of the defining figures of mid-'80s synth-pop. His music merged the technology-intensive sound of new wave with the cheery optimism of hippies and late-'60s pop. Jones racked up a string of hits in the mid and late '80s before he retreated into being a cult figure in the '90s. Don't miss the 'What Is Love' singer on tour near you.

But he might not be the sharpest tool in the shed, so you know what to say when he asks what you're doing in his swamp. Fancy some swampy green cocktails while livin' la vida loca? You're in the right place for that, and like they say, it's dumb just come have fun, cool is dead. Awesome DJs will play the most swamp-worthy sets in between performances to keep your rave spirit alive. Make the most of the night and dress up as your favorite character, just don't skimp out on the gumdrop buttons or the classic Farquaad hair. And the morning after? Make sure you have some waffles!

The American indietronica band Passion Pit is hitting the road, in celebration of their debut album, Manners, which turns 15 this year. The band are taking their special fifteenth-anniversary tour across North America from May through to the end of June, kicking things off in California and wrapping up in New York the band will visit major cities including San Francisco and Chicago along the way.

Unafraid of pushing boundaries by melding classical arrangements with haunting, often eerie electronic soundscapes and rock instrumentation, prolific neo-classical composer Max Richter has written various celebrated works for stage, screen, ballet, opera, and installation art. Born in Germany and raised in the UK, Richter's works span a variety of media, including solo albums, film scores, and stage productions. He's deeply creative, incredibly versatile, and has garnered critical acclaim alongside a dedicated global following.

Influential exponents of 80s synth-pop The Human League are hitting the road for a series of rare live dates this year, bringing their unique brand of boundary-pushing emotional electro-fused music to you. Expect to the mega-hits such as 'Human' and 'Don't You Want Me' alongside deep cuts and fan favorites from the group that bowled us over with Dare!