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Corporate Event Entertainment & Live Band Experience
An Interactive 80s Event Designed Specifically for Your Team
We help companies turn gatherings into shared memories employees actually talk about — without adding stress to your planning team.
Trusted by corporate, non-profit, academic and municipal clients across the Midwest.
Companies don’t hire us just for music. They hire us to bring energy, connection, and momentum to their events.
Engaging Corporate Event Entertainment That Brings Teams Together
Most Corporate Events Struggle With One Thing: Engagement
You can plan the perfect agenda, choose a great venue, and still end up with a room that feels disconnected.
That’s where we come in.
The 1985 isn’t background entertainment — we create a shared experience that brings teams together naturally, without forced participation or awkward icebreakers.
We guide the energy in the room so engagement happens organically, not on cue.
The result is an event people don’t just attend — they actually remember.
A Different Kind of Corporate Experience.
This isn’t a Concert. It’s an Immersive Event.
Structured Interaction (Not Chaos)
We guide participation in a way that feels natural, inclusive, professional, and fun!
Multi-Generational Appeal
80s music uniquely connects employees across age groups — from executives to new hires.
Turnkey Production
Our team handles flow, pacing, and technical needs so your staff doesn’t have to, including custom graphic/videos.
What This Means for Your Event
- Higher attendance and energy
- Built-in team bonding without forcing it
- Leadership participation moments that feel authentic
- Keeps guests engaged for the full program
- Memorable close to meetings or conferences
- Zero additional planning burden
Creating Moments
- “More Cowbell”: Let your CEO or team leader kick off a song live on stage — instant legend status.
- Totally Rad Trivia: 80’s pop culture trivia woven throughout the night keeps everyone laughing and guessing together.
- Swag Giveaways: Neon shades, branded headbands, or glow items — we help you create fun, share-worthy giveaways.
- Live Band Karaoke: Choose a few lucky “rockstars” to front the band with full support from our pro musicians.
- Group Singalongs: Nothing builds camaraderie like a room full of coworkers shouting “Don’t Stop Believin’” together.
We’ll customize the evening’s flow so it perfectly fits your schedule, theme, and level of interactivity.
A Simple, Professional Booking Process
Step 1 — Discovery
We learn your audience, goals, and event structure.
Step 2 - Customization
We tailor pacing, interaction level, and messaging to match your culture.
Step 3 - Delivery
You get a seamless, high-energy experience handled by seasoned professionals.
What Event Leaders Say…
“Working with The 1985 is totally RAD! They are beyond professional at every step of the way. Dan makes everything so easy and awesome at the same time. This will be our second year in a row that my company has had The 1985 at our 250 person conference after party! The first time we had them perform was the first time we have had 100% “Excellent” on our after event survey! I can absolutely not say enough good things about them…I like totally would recommend over and over again!”
“I have worked with multiple bands over my years of planning events and The 1985 is by far the best I’ve worked with. Dan handles everything from start to finish and there is no management company in the middle to complicate things. Working with the 1985 has been a game changer for our event. They put on a show like no one else in our area. We have had such a positive response from our supporters. The 1985 is a great group to work with. They are clean, respectful, and very low maintenance. Working with the 1985 has been such a positive impact on our annual event.
Perfect for:
• Annual Meetings
• Sales Kickoffs
• Conferences
• Employee Appreciation Events
• Holiday Parties
• Association/Dealer Gatherings
• Client Entertainment
• Fundraisers
See the Experience in Action
Serving Corporate Events Across Indiana, Michigan, Chicago & the Midwest
We regularly provide corporate event entertainment in South Bend and Elkhart, Indiana; St. Joseph and Southwest Michigan; Grand Rapids; Chicago; Indianapolis; and throughout the surrounding Midwest region.
Our team frequently works in hotels, theaters, conference centers, and private venues across these markets, making planning seamless whether your event is local or regional.
Let’s Make Your Event the One People Remember.
Tell us about your date, audience, and goals — we’ll take it from there.