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You've Got a Guy: Here to help you secure tickets to Kid Creole & the Coconuts, the legendary New York-based act formed in 1980 by August Darnell (Kid Creole) with a rotating troupe of The Coconuts. Renowned for theatrical, tropical-infused performances, they blended salsa, disco, and cabaret into a uniquely entertaining live show. This artist page covers their unforgettable journey, key discography moments, and upcoming appearances. Secure your seats with confidence—we’ve got you.

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Key facts: formed in New York in 1980, Tropical Gangsters propelled them to international fame (UK Platinum), and their top UK hits include Annie, I’m Not Your Daddy, I’m a Wonderful Thing, Baby, and Stool Pigeon. In 2025, Kid Creole & the Coconuts are back on the road with the Bye Bye Birdy UK tour, hitting multiple cities across the UK.

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From the early days to modern releases on their own 2C2C Music label, the group has released 14 studio albums (1980–2011) and continued to celebrate their legacy with 40th anniversary editions and reissues. This page provides a concise biography, discography highlights, and up-to-date tour information to help you plan your next show. For fans and newcomers alike, we’re your connection to tickets, dates, and official updates—no fuss, just easy access to great seats.

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Official social channels and websites include links to stay connected with the band. We’ll direct you to the most current touring schedule and releases as they’re announced.

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Quick Facts About Kid Creole & the Coconuts

  • Formed in 1980 in New York by August Darnell (Kid Creole) with a rotating lineup of female vocalists known as The Coconuts; the act became famed for its flamboyant, theatrical live shows.
  • Tropical Gangsters (1982) earned UK Platinum status, helping propel the group to international prominence; several singles became UK Top 40 hits.
  • Notable UK chart singles include Annie, I'm Not Your Daddy (UK #2), I'm a Wonderful Thing, Baby (UK #4) and Stool Pigeon (UK #7).
  • Official discography lists 14 studio albums (1980–2011) and later compilations/reissues such as Off the Coast of Me – 40th Anniversary Edition (2020) and Nothin’ Left but the Rest (2021).
  • Recent releases and activity are carried on their own label, 2C2C Music, with new singles as of 2025.

The records

Kid Creole & the Coconuts Discography

  • Nothin’ Left but the Rest
    2021 · 2C2C Music (compilation)
  • Off the Coast of Me – 40th Anniversary Edition
    2020 · 2C2C Music (compilation)
  • I Wake Up Screaming
    2011 · Strut Records
  • Too Cool to Conga!
    2001 · BMG Ariola München GmbH
  • The Conquest of You
    1997 · SPV Recordings
  • Kiss Me Before the Light Changes
    1995 · Hot Productions
  • To Travel Sideways
    1995 · Hot Productions
  • KC2 Plays K2C
    1993 · Sony (Japan)
  • You Shoulda Told Me You Were…
    1991 · Columbia
  • Private Waters in the Great Divide
    1990 · Columbia
  • I, Too, Have Seen the Woods
    1987 · Sire
  • In Praise of Older Women and Other Crimes
    1985 · Sire
  • Doppelganger
    1983 · ZE / Island / Sire
  • Tropical Gangsters
    1982 · ZE / Island / Sire
  • Fresh Fruit in Foreign Places
    1981 · ZE / Island / Sire / Sire
  • Off the Coast of Me
    1980 · ZE Records

The hits

Top Kid Creole & the Coconuts Songs

  • In the Name of Common Decency, Pt. 1
    2025 · N/A
  • Annie, I’m Not Your Daddy
    1982 · UK #2
  • I’m a Wonderful Thing, Baby
    1982 · UK #4
  • Stool Pigeon
    1982 · UK #7
  • There’s Something Wrong in Paradise
    1983 · UK #29
  • Endicott
    1985 · UK #80
  • Hey Mambo (with Barry Manilow)
    1988 · UK #20

From the early days to modern releases on their own 2C2C Music label, the group has released 14 studio albums (1980–2011) and continued to celebrate their legacy with 40th anniversary editions and reissues. This page provides a concise biography, discography highlights, and up-to-date tour information to help you plan your next show. For fans and newcomers alike, we’re your connection to tickets, dates, and official updates—no fuss, just easy access to great seats.

Official social channels and websites include links to stay connected with the band. We’ll direct you to the most current touring schedule and releases as they’re announced.

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