Love Distraction

A tribute evening devoted to the music of The Human League, performed by LOVE distrACTION, a band formed in 2017 that recreates the group's synth-pop repertoire live at The Castle and Falcon in Birmingham.

LOVE distrACTION is a tribute act to The Human League, the British synth-pop group. Formed in 2017, the band is fronted by Nic Price, whose vocals are modelled closely on the singing style of Phil Oakey, the original group's frontman. Musical Director and programmer Nick Stylianides shapes the arrangements, which combine live synthesisers and guitar with programmed parts.

The set draws on the Human League's best-known songs, among them Don't You Want Me, Mirror Man, The Sound of the Crowd, (Keep Feeling) Fascination and Open Your Heart. Professional female vocalists provide support, reproducing the group's harmonies and stage presence. The act has appeared at the Isle of Wight Festival and Butlin's 80s Weekenders, and has also performed alongside 1980s artists including Tony Hadley, Toyah and Heaven 17.

This is a tribute production, not a performance by The Human League themselves. It suits listeners who know the band's 1980s catalogue and want to hear it played live. The Castle and Falcon is a Birmingham venue that hosts concerts and shows.