Village People
- Known for
- In the Navy · Go West · Macho Man · Can’t Stop the Music
- From
- United States
- Formed
- 1977, United States
- Members over the years
- Randy Jones, Glenn Hughes, Felipé Rose, Victor Willis, David Hodo
- Booking
- Available worldwide via Room5
Village People (US)Y.M.C.A., In the Navy, Go West, Macho Man, Can’t Stop the Music
Part clever concept, part exaggerated camp act, the Village People were worldwide sensations during disco’s heyday and keep reviving like the phoenix.
Producer Jacques Morali in 1977 assembled a group designed to attract gay audiences while parodying (some claimed exploiting) that same constituency’s stereotypes. Songwriters Phil Hurtt and Peter Whitehead were tabbed to compose songs with gay underpinnings, and roles and costumes were carefully selected; among them were a cowboy, biker, soldier, policeman, and construction worker complete with hard hat.
The group clicked first in England with the single “San Francisco (You Got Me)” in 1977, then reaped stateside honors with “Macho Man” in 1978. “Y.M.C.A.” and “In the Navy” were worldwide smashes, both peaking at number two on the pop charts.
After two more successful singles, “Go West” and “Can’t Stop the Music,” the group’s fortunes plummeted, in large part due to their participation in the ill-fated film also titled Can’t Stop the Music. ~ Ron Wynn
Village People: quick answers
Where is Village People from?
Village People formed in 1977 in United States.
Who are the members of Village People?
Members over the years include Randy Jones, Glenn Hughes, Felipé Rose, Victor Willis, David Hodo and Alex Briley. Touring line-ups vary — ask Room5 which line-up is available for your date.
What are Village People’s biggest hits?
Village People is best known for ‘In the Navy’, ‘Go West’, ‘Macho Man’ and ‘Can’t Stop the Music’.
Can I book Village People for a live show?
Yes. Room5 books Village People for festivals, club nights, corporate and private events worldwide. Send your date, city and type of event through the booking form and we come back with availability and a fee.
