Heaven 17 Perform Penthouse and Pavement in Sheffield

Heaven 17 bring their landmark debut album *Penthouse and Pavement* to the stage in Sheffield, the city where the record was originally created. The album, released in 1981, is celebrated for its fusion of synth-pop and funk, with politically charged lyrics critiquing capitalism and the Cold War. Attendees can expect a live rendition of the entire album, including tracks like "(We Don't Need This) Fascist Groove Thang" and the title song, which features R&B-style backing vocals.

The concert offers a chance to experience the album's two distinct sides: the electronic "Penthouse" and the funk-influenced "Pavement." Heaven 17, consisting of Glenn Gregory, Martyn Ware, and Ian Craig Marsh, will perform with session musicians to recreate the album's rich sound. The album spent 77 weeks on the UK Albums Chart and is included in the book *1001 Albums You Must Hear Before You Die*.