Through much of the 1980s, I managed several Sound Warehouse Music and Videos stores in Houston, TX. A perk of the job was getting to see (and frequently meet) pretty much any band on a major label that came to town. One of the few ’80s bands I didn’t catch back then was Culture Club. Last night, I finally saw them perform at The Show in Rancho Mirage, where a large and enthusiastic crowd cheered them on throughout the evening.

I wasn’t sure what to expect—not all ’80s bands can still deliver as well as they once did—but Culture Club didn’t disappoint. They were energetic and incredibly fun. They knocked out some of their classic hits and did great covers of songs by The Clash, David Bowie, T. Rex, and Prince. I was pleasantly surprised by Boy George’s constant interaction with the audience. Seeing them live after all these years was a perfect reminder that great music doesn’t just hold up—it evolves, and it’s still just as much fun as it was back in the day. Well, maybe not quite as much fun.