April 1984
The first version of ‘West End girls’ is released. It is a club hit in Los Angeles and San Francisco and a small hit in France and Belgium.
History
October 1984
They make their first ever stage appearance at the Fridge Nightclub in Brixton, singing and playing over tapes.
On this day
1995
Neil re-records the vocals for ‘Hit and Miss’—a song that Chris apparently dislikes, resulting in its being relegated to b‑side status.
2002
The Boys announce the pending release of Disco 3 the following February.
2006
The Pet Shop Boys are nomininated for two Grammy Awards: Best Dance Recording for ‘I’m with Stupid’ and Best Electronic/Dance Album for Fundamental.
2016
Having arrived in Moscow the day before, they appear tonight on the Russian TV show Вечерний Ургант (Evening Urgant). They’re interviewed by the host, Ivan Urgant, and perform ‘Burn’ (plus one additional song, ‘It’s a Sin,’ available online).
2023
The Boys perform in San Miguel, Peru, part of the greater Lima metropolitan area.
- Facts collated by geowayne.com