UK PUNK ICONS THE DAMNED ANNOUNCE AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND TOUR Notoriously referred to by Motörhead’s Lemmy (RIP) as “the only real punk band”, the legendary British punk pioneers, The Damned, have announced their return to Australia and New Zealand for a series of highly anticipated shows in June. Forged in the hot fire of first wave punk and highly regarded for their riotous live shows and formidable stage presence, The Damned are the greatest surviving British punk band, still firing on all cylinders, breaking all the rules for their brash fusion of frenetic punk rock and gothic influences, and are often regarded alongside The Clash and Sex Pistols as a seminal force in driving the genre’s popularity. Formed in 1976, The Damned’s career spans over four decades, releasing numerous acclaimed albums, including Damned Damned