02/06/2026
Before the charts, the arenas and the worldwide fame, Spandau Ballet played their very first live show at the legendary Blitz Club on 5 December 1979. Hidden inside a Covent Garden wine bar, the Blitz became the beating heart of London’s New Romantic scene between 1979 and 1981, famous for its outrageous fashion, strict door policy and trailblazing crowd. Future stars including Boy George and even David Bowie were part of the scene that made this venue iconic. Today, a plaque marks the birthplace of Spandau Ballet’s live career.