W.A.S.P. Announce 2026 Tour with KK'S Priest, Playing Hits from Their First Four Albums

The Rock Revival Tour to Celebrate W.A.S.P.'s Early Catalog

Published on Feb. 11, 2026

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This fall, the iconic heavy metal band W.A.S.P. is returning to the road for their "1984 to Headless Tour", performing hits from their first four albums with special guest KK's Priest. The tour kicks off on September 10 in California and runs through October 31, with the band playing songs from their classic albums W.A.S.P. (1984), The Last Command (1985), Inside the Electric Circus (1986), and The Headless Children (1989).

Why it matters

W.A.S.P. was one of the pioneering bands of the shock rock and theatrical metal genres, known for their over-the-top live shows and controversial lyrics. This tour will give fans a chance to experience the band's early catalog and iconic stage production in a special one-time event.

The details

The "1984 to Headless" tour will feature W.A.S.P. playing a setlist focused on their first four albums, which many consider to be the band's creative peak. In addition to the music, the stage show will be designed to bring the album covers from that era to life. W.A.S.P. will also be offering VIP packages that include meet-and-greets with frontman Blackie Lawless, photo opportunities, and access to a W.A.S.P. museum exhibit.

  • The tour kicks off on September 10, 2026 in California.
  • The tour runs through October 31, 2026.

The players

W.A.S.P.

An American heavy metal band formed in 1982 and known for their shock rock theatrics and controversial lyrics.

Blackie Lawless

The founding member, lead vocalist, and primary songwriter of W.A.S.P. since the band's inception.

KK's Priest

A heavy metal band formed by former Judas Priest guitarist K.K. Downing after he departed the iconic metal group.

K.K. Downing

The co-founder and longtime guitarist of Judas Priest, who is now leading his own band KK's Priest.

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What they’re saying

“It's hard to express the genuine excitement I'm feeling in describing the '1984 To Headless' U.S. Tour. Playing those songs from those 1st Four Albums in a combined package like this is something we've never attempted before. In addition to the songs, the entire Stage Show will look like the Album Covers from those Records will Come Alive… right right before your eyes!”

— Blackie Lawless, Founder and Frontman of W.A.S.P. (therockrevival.com)

“Great news! KK'S PRIEST is going to be returning to the US and Canada this September and October 2026! We will be teaming up together with metal legends W.A.S.P. and with over 40 shows, this is going to be an epic metal and steel tour featuring lots of Priest classics! We look forward to seeing you all again very soon so please get on board early, we do not want you to miss this one.”

— K.K. Downing, Founder and Guitarist of KK's Priest (therockrevival.com)

What’s next

The band will take the "1984 To Headless" tour to Europe and the rest of the world in 2027.

The takeaway

This tour represents a unique opportunity for fans to experience W.A.S.P. at the height of their creative powers, performing their most iconic early material in a visually stunning stage production. The addition of KK's Priest as a special guest further elevates this must-see event for heavy metal enthusiasts.