Gary Numan

Ivor Novello Award winner Gary Numan joins us for a show like no other as he takes over our Concourse this summer for an exciting performance overlooking the Quayside.

One of the founding fathers of synth pop, Gary Numan’s influence extends far beyond his hit, ‘Cars’, which still stands as one of the defining new wave singles. That seminal track helped usher in the synth pop era in the UK, where he was a genuine pop star and consistent hitmaker during the early ’80s. Even after new wave had petered out, Numan’s impact continued to make itself felt; his dark, paranoid vision, theatrically icy alien persona, and clinical, robotic sound were echoed strongly in the work of many goth rock and (especially) industrial artists to come.

Over the years many high profile bands have covered his songs including Hole, Smashing Pumpkins and Foo Fighters, with Nine Inch Nails also citing him as a major influence for their work. 2017 saw the release of Numan’s 21st album proving that this 80s legend is still relevant in the 21st century.