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Heathen Apostles 2026 Gothic Americana UK Tour

Heathen Apostles - Gothic Americana UK

Heathen Apostles Announce Gothic Americana UK Tour for Summer 2026 – The Heathen Apostles are psyched to reveal the first tour poster for their fifth visit to the UK, and they are very much looking forward to getting back over there. The Los Angeles-based Gothic Americana outfit will be hitting the road across two separate runs — June/July and again in August — making 2026 one of their biggest UK campaigns yet.
Confirmed festival appearances include the Blackpool Boneyard Weekender, taking place July 3rd–5th at the Waterloo Music Bar in Blackpool, with the band playing Saturday the 4th. The festival, founded by Ratty Wilson of Alien Sex Fiend, is a beloved celebration of goth, rockabilly, industrial, and horror punk.
Then in August, the band returns to Rebellion Festival 2026, this time stepping up to the Opera House stage at the Winter Gardens in Blackpool — a notable upgrade from their appearance on the Almost Acoustic stage in 2025. Rebellion runs August 6th–9th, and specific performance dates and set times will be confirmed closer to the festival. Headliners include The Stranglers, Buzzcocks, Sham 69, Stiff Little Fingers and Cock Sparrer.

Heathen Apostles - Gothic Americana UK
Both tour legs will also see the band out in support of a brand new release — details on that are dropping very soon, so keep your eyes peeled.

Heathen Apostles Announced For Rebellion 2026

Heathen Apostles at Rebellion 2026

The Heathen Apostles have just been announced for the latest edition of  Rebellion 2026 taking place, as always, at Winter Gardens in Blackpool, UK. After playing the Almost Acoustic stage last year, the band will be performing on the Opera House stage this year. It’s taking place 6 – 9 August, as most of you know the band’s performance dates and set times will be announced at a later date, meanwhile you can get your tickets HERE

Heathen Apostles at Rebellion 2026

From the Rebellion PR: Put simply, Rebellion is the biggest independently run Punk Festival in the UK. Set in the historic Blackpool Winter Gardens, the festival offers over 300 live acts spread across 6 stages, including an ‘introducing’ stage for new acts, alongside a literary festival, a marketplace where you can buy clothing, band merch, records/CDs, handmade goods/artwork and much, much more. It is a great opportunity to meet friends old and new from across the world, have a drink in the numerous bars and enjoy the delights that one of Britain’s top tourist destinations has to offer.

Rebellion is an indoor festival held in the wonderful WINTER GARDENS in the seaside town of Blackpool. Lots of venues, cafes, bars under one roof – no need to worry about umbrellas or the great British weather affecting the festival!! Walk-up ticketing depend on whether or not tickets are sold out, which will be advertised via our Social Media sites. If there are tickets available, these can be purchased from the Box Office (details above), where you will be given a wristband when you buy your ticket and allowed straight into the venue.

Heathen Apostles’ Gothic Pirate “Albatross” Video

Heathen Apostles gothic pirate

Today is the ninth anniversary of the Heathen Apostles “Albatross” music video, which captured an eerie gothic pirate / sorceress vibe, captured by bandmembers Mather Louth and Chopper Franklin. The band posted about it on their media accounts:

Heathen Apostles gothic pirateWho says Heathens never go to the beach? We shot the video for the standalone single “Albatross” 9 years ago in the Malibu caves here in Los Angeles. Mather plays three roles in it, and Chopper is the kidnapping pirate who meets his bloody demise in the end (either Mather or Chopper seemed to die in most of the videos back then). This was a fun one to film, check out the full video HERE

#gothicamericana #bloodgrass #heathenapostles #matherlouth #chopperfranklin #gothicoutlaw

Heathen Apostles gothic pirateVideo credits:
The music video for the Heathen Apostles’ (Mather Louth [Radio Noir], Chopper Franklin [The Cramps], Thomas Lorioux [Kings of Nuthin’] and Luis Mascaro) single “Albatross” was shot on location on the coast of Southern California in the Fall of 2016. You can purchase “Albatross” by clicking HERE

Heathen Apostles website: www.heathenapostles.com

Directed by the Heathen Apostles

Albatross produced and mixed by Chopper Franklin
Underwater footage shot by Vanessa Walton (Special thanks to Cheryl Walsh and Jessica Dru)
Make up by Alta De Koven and Mather Louth
Wardrobe by Cheri Wilson Chagolian and Mather Louth
Post Production at the Devil’s Doghouse, Echo Park, Ca.

© 2016 Ratchet Blade Records

Heathen Apostles Goth Rock Festival Announced For 2026

As the Heathen Apostles are starting to put together their tours for 2026, the first tour announcement is for the Blackpool Boneyard Weekender @blackpoolboneyardweekender, taking place 3rd July thru the 5th (we are playing Saturday the 4th) at the Waterloo Music Bar in Blackpool, UK. It is a goth rock festival (but also covers many genres of music) by Ratty Wilson @rattyfinky. Get your tickets at the link below, and we’ll be announcing an August ’26 festival date shortly.
GET TICKETS HERE.

Heathen Apostles Goth Rock Festival
From the Blackpool Boneyard Weekender website:”In 2023, former member of Alien Sex Fiend, Andrew ‘Ratty’ Wilson came up with the genius idea of arranging a music festival… The Blackpool Boneyard Weekender at the iconic Waterloo Music Bar is a captivating celebration of goth, rockabilly, industrial, and horror punk, bringing together like-minded souls for a weekend of unforgettable music and showmanship. Attendees can expect a diverse lineup of bands delivering high-energy performances, offering something for everyone. In addition to the incredible music, the Boneyard Weekender showcases amazing talent in the artists and traders area. The festival fosters a sense of community and camaraderie among those who share a passion for alternative music and art. It’s like The Cramps meets Alien Sex Fiend, and everything in between.

Heathen Apostles Goth Rock Festival

Absolutely delighted to announce a very special act for next year’s Blackpool Boneyard Weekender. ALIEN EX FIEND!!!
After 14 years doing my show with Vince Ripper and Dr Diablo and having a brilliant time  and creating amazing memories with them both, I’ve decided to do a one off show with a live band which will be Sunday’s headline act. Performing Alien Sex Fiend songs you’ve never heard live, all the classics, also show stuff and some surprises. This will be an homage to them and being a Fiend all my life.. Once a Fiend.. always a FIEND!!”

Heathen Apostles w/ Fields of the Nephilim in London – Feel of Spaghetti Westerns

Heathen Apostles w/ Fields of the Nephilim in London - Feel of Spaghetti Westerns

On a night meant for remembering those who have passed, where the feel of spaghetti westerns mixes with a touch of blood and darkness, we really couldn’t have asked for a better way to end the spooky season on a cold evening at the O2 Forum Kentish Town, London.

When the clock struck 19:30, Heathen Apostles showed up with their stunning hats, bringing their unique sound to the UK. I had never seen the Los Angeles-based foursome before, and I was speechless afterward. Their set was brief but impactful, blending dark country vibes with some moody gothic elements.

It really opened my eyes, as someone who isn’t too familiar with the genre, to the idea that music and taste can’t be boxed into just one label. “Be Careful What You Pray For” and “Red Brick Dust” had me and the London crowd wanting more. Their unique storytelling and moody instrumentation were just so captivating. I had no idea I could enjoy bluegrass, or should I say bloodgrass? It’s pretty cool how much rhythm there is, even without a drummer around.

With the violin and contrabass, plus some catchy guitar riffs from the well-known Chopper Franklin (who’s played guitar and bass for The Cramps, the Mau Maus, and more), Mather Louth’s voice and stage presence really take the audience to a rich, dust-bowl vibe, making it feel like they’ve walked right out of a “Weird West” or Southern Gothic horror film.

Author Sabrina Schiavinato. Photo: Peterson Marti.
Read the entire review at Chaoszine HERE.