As you will be aware, Michael was taken ill and hospitalised early in the Lost 80s Live tour in the USA. We have just heard that he has now been discharged from hospital and is being well looked after by friends. He’s full of positivity and gathering strength …
He’d like to extend his thanks, love and gratitude to all those who have sent love, thoughts, prayers and whatever else, and those who have cared for him so well these past two weeks.… Read the rest
As many of you are already aware, Michael Bowes was taken ill at the end of last night’s Lost 80’s Live show.
Michael was treated on the spot and taken to hospital, where he is conscious and communicating normally. He will remain there for tests, and the rest of the band will be continuing on for the rest of the tour as planned.
We will post further information in due course, but would ask that people don’t speculate online. Your good wishes are already gratefully received.… Read the rest
With the band about to jet off to the States shortly for the Lost 80s Live summer season, we’re pleased to confirm that they will play a London show with Secret Affair in the autumn. The gig takes place on Saturday 11th October at 229 and tickets are onsale now here
The band’s new single is Forever & Ever, the third to be taken from the Wasp In A Jar 🐝 album, will be released on Friday 11th July. It will be available to stream and download from all the usual platforms here
The band will be joining From The Jam at selected shows of their Sounds Affects 45 year anniversary tour which starts later this year. Two gigs are confirmed so far in Salisbury on Saturday 1st November & Nottingham on Fri 3rd April 2026. Other gigs may follow… Both shows onsale now here
Today it’s the turn of Dan ‘Danny’ Fenton, the band’s resident guitar-slinging boffin, to celebrate his birthday. Have a great one Dan from all at Vapors HQ x… Read the rest
May is a big month for band birthdays! Today we’d like to wish Ed a fantastic birthday. Hope it’s a good one Mr B from all at Vapors HQ x… Read the rest
On behalf of the Vapors’ team, we’d like to wish the smiliest man in rock, Mr Michael Bowes, a very happy birthday today! Hope you have a fantastic day and celebrate with a great final gig on the Big Country tour! Cheers x… Read the rest
Here are the full ticketing details for the forthcoming weekend event at Portmeirion on 20-22 March 2026. It promises to be a packed weekend with live performances from The Vapors on Friday and Saturday with support both nights. There will be other band related events over the weekend, fan participation and the opportunity to interact with the band. Plus you have full access to the amazing Portmeirion village over the weekend…
We will also be producing an exclusive t-shirt for the event which is only available to preorder & collect at Portmeirion that weekend. … Read the rest