Transvision Vamp Touring New Zealand in February 2026

UK pop rock icon Wendy James' world conquering Transvision Vamp are returning to Aotearoa New Zealand for the first time in nearly three decades this summer, to the delight of fans in Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch. Achieving a phenomenal run of chart-smashing hits in the late '80s / early '90s, including 'Baby I Don’t Care', 'Revolution Baby', 'I Want Your Love', 'The Only One' and 'If Looks Could Kill' (all of which charted in NZ), the group's newly reactivated lineup includes founding bassist Dave Parsons, with top notch recruits Alex Ward (The Thurston Moore Group) and James Sclavunos (Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds). Look forward to rowdy hits and fan favourites galore from the London rock rebels in February 2026 — here are the details...

"I am so very excited to be coming back to New Zealand to play the songs which started my whole musical journey! I remember vividly so many incredible moments gigging in New Zealand, moments of enormous success, enormous love and enormous fun. I’m bringing with me a set full of music that will thrill and musicians who will amaze!"

Transvision Vamp

Thursday 26th February – James Hay Theatre, Christchurch
Friday 27th February – Meow Nui, Wellington
Saturday 28th February – Powerstation, Auckland

Sign up for the three day Plus1 presale (begins 9am, Friday 8th August) at www.plus1.co.nz/transvisionvamp
Tickets on general sale from 9am, Monday 11th August at plus1.co.nz

Crank up Transvision Vamp's massive hit 'Baby I Don't Care' from 1989's Velveteen...

Here's Transvision Vamp's rowdy classic 'I Want Your Love' from 1988's Pop Art...

Press release:

British pop rock band Transvision Vamp are bringing their late 80’s hits down under for the first time in almost three decades. With shows in Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch lined up for February 2026, the group will be playing their nostalgia-filled favourites.

Formed in 1986, Transvision Vamp quickly rose to fame. Their songs 'Baby I Don’t Care', 'Revolution Baby', 'I Want Your Love', 'The Only One' and 'If Looks Could Kill' all hit the Top 50 in the New Zealand singles chart from 1988 - 1991. Wendy James, the lead singer and focal point of the group, attracted media attention with her sexually charged and rebellious image.

Transvision Vamp became known for their collision of brash punk and commercial pop, and joining James on this tour are some musical luminaries: Alex Ward (The Thurston Moore Group) on guitar, Dave Parsons (Transvision Vamp) on bass, and James Sclavunos (Nick Cave and The Bad Seeds) on drums.

Wendy James went on to pursue a successful solo career spanning an additional seven studio albums, including a notable collaboration with Elvis Costello. She served as a feminist symbol in the '80s for unapologetic self-expression and fearless leadership.