Will Gail Dance? 80s Band from Bakersfield, CA

Will Gail Dance? is a Southern California-based 80’s and Gen-X dance band built for corporate events, private functions, and upscale celebrations where the goal is simple: a full dance floor and an unforgettable night. This is not background music. This is a curated, high-energy experience designed for companies, planners, and hosts who want their event to feel like the party people actually remember. The band is made up of seasoned, actively performing musicians with thousands of hours of live and studio experience. Every song is performed true to the original recording, delivering the kind of familiarity that immediately connects with guests across generations. What Sets It Apart? Will Gail Dance? focuses on results. The setlist is built around proven 80’s and Gen-X hits that consistently bring people to the dance floor. The flow of the night is intentional, keeping energy high without feeling forced or overproduced. The band reads the room, extends moments when the crowd is locked in, and keeps transitions smooth so the momentum never drops. Light, natural interaction between songs keeps things fun while maintaining a polished, professional feel. Ideal for: Corporate events and holiday parties Conferences and after-parties Fundraisers and galas Private parties and celebrations Weddings and receptions Whether the event calls for a high-impact headline performance or a well-paced evening that builds naturally, the band adapts to the room and the audience. Performances are flexible and tailored to the event: One set per hour is typical Song counts and set lengths adjust based on crowd response Extended songs when the dance floor is engaged Custom pacing to align with event timelines and key moments The focus is always on keeping the room engaged from start to finish. Production and Logistics: Will Gail Dance? delivers a professional production experience suitable for private and corporate environments. 4–6 performers depending on event needs Minimum performance area: 16’ x 10’ Setup typically requires 2-3 hours Load-out approximately 60+ minutes Professional sound, lighting, and wireless microphones for announcements can be provided. Background music between sets is available when the band provides audio. About the Name The band was built around a simple filter: if it would not get Gail on the dance floor, it does not make the show. That standard has shaped a repertoire of roughly 80 songs that consistently deliver across a wide range of audiences and event types.

• Do You Wanna Touch Me (Oh Yeah) | Joan Jett
• One Way Or Another | Blondie
• Don't You Want Me Baby | The Human League
• 867-5309 / Jenny | Tommy Tutone
• Addicted to Love | Robert Palmer
• Beds Are Burning | Midnight Oil
• Blister in the Sun | Violent Femmes
• Centerfold | J. Geils Band
• Creep | Radiohead
• Dancing with Myself | Billy Idol
• Don't Change | INXS
• Don't Dream It's Over | Crowded House
• Don't Stop Beleiving | Journey
• Don't You (Forget About Me) | Simple Minds
• Don't You Want Me | The Human League
• Enter Sandman | Metallica
• Everybody Wants You | Billy Squire
• Faithfully | Journey
• Give It Away | Red Hot Chili Peppers
• Hard to Handle | The Black Crows
• Hit Me With Your Best Shot | Pat Benatar
• Hungry Like the Wolf | Duran Duran
• I Love Rock N' Roll | Joan Jett
• I Ran (So Far Away) | Flock of Seagulls
• I Want You To Want Me | Cheap Trick
• I'm Gonna Be (500 Miles) | The Proclaimers
• Jesie's Girl | Rick Springfield
• Just Like Heaven | The Cure
• Just What I Needed | The Cars
• Let's Dance | David Bowie
• Like A Virgin | Madonna
• Little Miss Can't Be Wrong | Spin Doctors
• Love Shack | B-52's
• Love Song | The Cure
• Material Girl | Madonna
• Miss You | Rolling Stones
• Mony Mony | Billy Idol
• My Sharona | The Knack
• Need You Tonight | INXS
• New Sensation | INXS
• Once In A Lifetime | Talking Heads
• One Thing Leads To Another | The Fixx
• Pour Some Sugar On Me | Def Leppard
• Rio | Duran Duran
• Santeria | Sublime
• Should I Stay or Should I Go | The Clash
• Song 2 | Blur
• Stray Cat Strut | Stray Cats
• Summer of '69 | Bryan Adams
• Take On Me | A-Ha
• Talking In Your Sleep | The Romantics
• Two Princes | Spin Doctors
• We Got The Beat | The Go-Go's
• What I Like About You | The Romantics
• Whip It | Devo
• Working For The Weekend | Loverboy
• Your Love | The Outfield