August 17, 2024, marks the 40th anniversary of the release of W.A.S.P.‘s first album. To celebrate this classic metal album, W.A.S.P. will, for the first time in 40 years, play the entire album from top to bottom, start to finish, on their North American tour, dubbed “Album ONE Alive”, this fall. Support on the trek will come from Death Angel and Unto Others.
Formed in 1982, W.A.S.P. is set to bring this universally acclaimed “classic” album to life. Lead vocalist Blackie Lawless says: “It was an angry record made by an angry band. It was a record that not only reflected the attitude of the band members who made it, but also a record that reflected its time.” This record became a central piece of the 1980s metal scene and remains one of the best metal debut albums of all time.
Along with bassist Mike Duda and lead guitarist Doug Blair, whose tenures in the band are 29 and 26 years respectively, W.A.S.P. is joined by long-time drummer extraordinaire Aquiles Priester.
Lawless and company will deliver the ultimate incredible spectacle, bringing W.A.S.P.‘s most colorful history to life by performing this revered album in its entirety… ONE more time… ONE last time… Album ONE Alive!
The 39-city run kicks off on Saturday, October 26 in San Luis Obispo, California, making stops across North America in Vancouver, British Columbia; Toronto, Ontario; Minneapolis, Minnesota; Dallas, Texas; New York City; Orlando, Florida; and more before wrapping up on Saturday, December 14 at the Hollywood Palladium in Los Angeles, California. See the full itinerary below.
Tickets will be available starting with the Artist presale beginning May 29th at 10 AM local time, with code WHODARESWINS. Additional presales will run throughout the week with all presales ending Thursday, May 30 at 10 PM local time. The general sale will begin Friday, May 31 at 10 AM local time at WASPnation.com.
W.A.S.P. will be again offering fans VIP tickets that give fans a chance to meet Blackie Lawless, get a personal photo with Blackie, autographs, and take part in a very personal Q&A with Blackie. VIP tickets can be purchased HERE.