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If you talk to many of the alternative rock artists dominating today’s music, you’ll find that many of them pay homage to the The Psychedelic Furs. Led by lead singer and songwriter Richard Butler, the Furs won over fans and critics alike by combining poetic lyrics, innovative rhythms and melodies driven by an aggressive, punk desperation. Through it all, the band scored major hits with "Love My Way," "Pretty In Pink," "Heaven," "The Ghost In You," and “Heartbreak Beat” in all releasing seven studio albums and spawning several compilations, a boxed set, and a live concert DVD. The Psychedelic Furs came together in England's emerging punk scene in 1977 initially consisting of Richard Butler (vocals), Tim Butler (bass guitar), Paul Wilson (drums), Duncan Kilburn (saxophone), and Roger Morris (guitars). By 1979, this line up had expanded to a sextet with Vince Ely replacing Wilson on drums and John Ashton being added on guitar. The Furs debut, a self-titled album from 1980 was produced by Steve Lillywhite. The LP quickly established the band at radio in Europe and was a top 20 hit in the UK. The album also found success in Germany, Italy, France, Spain, New Zealand and Australia. The Furs found success in the U.S. with their next release, 1981's Talk Talk Talk, which saw the band making its debut on the US album charts. In New Zealand, meanwhile, the band became immensely popular, as Talk Talk Talk reached the top ten in the charts, the first in a string of Furs' albums to chart in the New Zealand Top 10. In the UK, the album spun off two charting singles, "Dumb Waiters" and the original version of "Pretty in Pink". The latter song served as inspiration for the 1986 John Hughes film of the same name, and was re-recorded for the film’s platinum-selling soundtrack. In 1982, the Furs, now a four-piece with the departures of Morris and Kilburn, recorded Forever Now, with producer Todd Rundgren in Woodstock, New York. This album included "Love My Way", which became yet another UK and US chart hit. Ely left the band after Forever Now, although he would return for the 1988 single "All That Money Wants" and the 1989 album Book of Days. The Furs' 1984 release Mirror Moves was produced by Keith Forsey, and featured the songs "The Ghost in You" and "Heaven". Both charted in throughout the world, and "Heaven" became the band's highest charting UK hit at the time. By the mid-80s, the band had become a staple on both U.S. college and modern rock radio stations. Simultaneously, they were experiencing consistent mainstream success, placing several singles in the pop charts on both sides of the Atlantic. In 1986, the band recorded a sax-infused version of "Pretty in Pink" for the soundtrack of the film of the same name. Released as a single, it became their biggest hit to that time in the U.S., and their biggest-ever UK hit. "Midnight to Midnight", was their biggest Top 40 album success to date, but also a more overtly commercial effort than the Furs had ever recorded before. The album also featured the single "Heartbreak Beat", which became the Psychedelic Furs biggest hit yet on the U.S. Top 40. The album also featured drummer Paul Garisto and sax player Mars Williams, both of whom continue to tour with the band. In the wake of Midnight To Midnight, the Furs subsequently returned to a rawer sound with "All That Money Wants", a 1988 track especially recorded for a best-of compilation album "All Of This And Nothing". 1989's Book of Days and 1991's World Outside also saw a return to the earlier Furs' style. The Furs' steady chart success continued with three #1 hits on the newly-established U.S. Modern Rock chart between 1988 and 1991. "All That Money Wants" was a #1 hit in 1988, while "House" topped the chart in 1990, and "Until She Comes" was #1 in 1991. The band went on extended hiatus in the early 1990s, with the Butler brothers going on to create the band “Love Spit Love” along with guitarist Richard Fortus and drummer Frank Ferrer. Love Spit Love released two albums and enjoyed some chart success as well. After spending most of the decade apart, the Butlers and Ashton reignited The Psychedelic Furs in 2001, and released a live album Beautiful Chaos: Greatest Hits Live, which also featured a new studio recording, "Alive (For Once In My Lifetime)." A DVD version of the performance included live versions of "Alive" and three other previously unreleased songs: "Anodyne (Better Days)," "Cigarette" and "Wrong Train." Since then, lead singer Richard Butler has released an eponymous solo album produced by Jon Carin, and has hinted at the possibility of a new Psychedelic Furs album. These days, the band continues to tour around the world. The current Psychedelic Furs touring lineup remains Richard Butler (vocals), Tim Butler (bass), Rich Good (guitar), Amanda Kramer (keyboards), Zachary Alford (drums) and Peter DiStephano (guitar).
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Thoroughly enjoyed the show. The Furs sounded amazing and do a great mix of old hits and songs off the new album. I guess it was due to it being a Tuesday, but I was shocked how much the venue emptied out before the show wrapped, but I can't imagine it having been due to anything the Furs did or didn't do!
Mission Ballroom Denver, COThis is my first time to see the psychedelic furs, although I had been listening to them since 1980! Some of their songs are my all-time favorites, like ghost in the machine and heartbreak beat. The band, although aging, did not disappoint. They put their heart and soul into the performance, so professional. The crowd was totally into it.
Plaza de César Chávez San Jose, CASecond row. Close enough to hear the singing and sax without the speakers. Haven’t been this close in years. Always a favorite, and interesting set list order to the songs. Looking forward to the day Richard says more than “ok, and yeah” between songs. Having seen them many times since ‘83, not holding my breath.
Ponte Vedra Concert Hall Ponte Vedra Beach, FLA fantastic show! Rooney was a wonderful opener. The Romantics rocked a The Psychedelic Furs were phenomenal! Energy, enthusiasm and personality filled the stage. Richard Butler’s voice and energy are still top notch! They played such a great variety from all their albums. Fan favorites, classics and newer material. A wonderful concert!
The Pacific Amphitheatre Costa Mesa, CAI LOVE seeing them live. This is number 4 for me. The only thing I didn’t like last night was having reserved seats. We had great seats, but I like being able to go to the front and move around. I will always see them when they come to the city I’m in.
Ponte Vedra Concert Hall Ponte Vedra Beach, FLYes, The Psychedelic Furs is currently on tour. If you're interested in attending an upcoming The Psychedelic Furs concert, make sure to grab your tickets in advance. The The Psychedelic Furs tour is scheduled for 16 dates across 16 cities. Get information on all upcoming tour dates and tickets for 2026-2027 with Hypebot.
The Psychedelic Furs is scheduled to play 16 shows between 2026-2027. Buy concert tickets to a nearby show through Hypebot.
The Psychedelic Furs's tour starts May 12, 2026 and ends on Jun 14, 2026. They will play 16 cities; their most recent concert was held in Minneapolis at First Avenue and their next upcoming concert will be in Houston at House of Blues Houston.
As part of the The Psychedelic Furs tour, The Psychedelic Furs is scheduled to play across the following venues and cities:
