Better on iPhonemodern · classicSign inModern English has no upcoming Boston-area shows listed. They last played August 19, 2026 at House of Blues.
Modern English is a post punk / new wave band best remembered for their iconic 1982 song "I Melt With You" which, despite not reaching the top 40 in either the US or U.K., has appeared in various commercials and movies over the years with a popular music video that became an MTV staple. Exploring post-punk themes of loss, reflection, and devotion, the group faced changing waves of success over the 80s and early 90s, putting four albums into the Billboard 200 chart.
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Modern English has played Boston once on foobos since August 2026.
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