Iconic British punk pioneers, The Damned will bring their legendary live show to Australia and New Zealand as part of their 50th anniversary farewell celebrations.
Formed in 1976, the trailblazing group released the UK’s first ever punk single New Rose and its first album Damned Damned Damned which ignited the global punk revolution. They are, indisputably one of the most enduring and influential bands in punk, goth and alternative rock.
With their dark lyrics and Dave Vanian’s rich baritone vocals, The Damned have spent five decades pushing musical boundaries. From raw, anarchic punk anthems on their groundbreaking debut to gothic rock explorations and psychedelic influences, the band has remained a vital force in rock music. Their songs defy time and sound as vital as the day they were released.
The Everblack Podcast spoke to Captain Sensible from The Damned about 50 years of punk chaos, the band’s incredible legacy, returning to Australia, wild stories from the early days, leaving the 9-5 behind for rock ‘n’ roll, staying authentic in modern music, and why The Damned are still going strong after five decades.
Watch/listen to the interview here:
The 50th anniversary shows will be a career defining celebration, drawing from their extensive catalogue that includes classics like New Rose, Neat Neat Neat, Love Song, Smash It Up, Eloise and so much more with an epic 25 song set list delivered at the first of these shows at a sold our Wembley Arena in London on April 11.
This special Australian tour built around a landmark show at The Sydney Opera House marks a major milestone for the band, which continues to deliver chaotic, theatrical, and unforgettable performances. The most definitive show of their career
THE DAMNEDAUSTRALIAN AND NEW ZEALAND SEPTEMBER 2026 TOUR DATES
