China Crisis

China Crisis stand as one of the United Kingdom’s enduring purveyors of new wave and pop, having first emerged in 1979. This English band has built a devoted following over decades, celebrated for their distinctive blend of sophisticated pop melodies and subtle experimental flourishes. Their catalogue ranges from early genre-defining tracks to contemporary releases, most notably the album China Greatness, which arrived in May 2024, and the single “Because My Heart (radio edit)” set for release in November 2025.

On the live circuit, China Crisis continue to demonstrate lasting appeal. Throughout 2026, they headlined a string of concerts across the UK, gracing such venues as Bristol’s St George’s, Southampton’s Papillon, and the iconic Concorde 2 in Brighton. Their Warped Tour dates and standalone shows have consistently drawn enthusiastic audiences. Looking ahead, China Crisis are billed for further headline concerts, including The Voodoo Rooms in Edinburgh and The Globe in Cardiff. Notably, in September 2027, they join the Blackpool 80s Weekender at Winter Gardens, supporting legendary acts such as Marc Almond and Thompson Twins’ Tom Bailey—testament to their status within the classic British pop lineage.

For those passionate about live music, China Crisis remain essential listening—whether through their acclaimed albums, such as Demos and Possible Pop Songs Live, or via the electric atmosphere of their concerts. Follow China Crisis to keep abreast of future gigs and discover where their celebrated sound will next be heard.