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The Vaselines are a cornerstone of indie pop and alternative rock, formed in 1986 by Eugene Kelly and Frances McKee. Their early DIY duo-era songs became touchstones for a generation of musicians, notably influencing Nirvana and Kurt Cobain, who covered several Vaselines tracks. With collaborations evolving into dynamic live lineups, the band has continued to shape the landscape of alternative music for decades. Here you’ll find a concise bio, essential discography highlights, and current tour information to help you secure your seats with confidence.

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Based in Scotland, The Vaselines’ sound blends jangly guitar hooks with candid lyricism, creating songs that are both melodic and rebelliously straightforward. Their enduring appeal lies in their ability to stay true to their roots while continuing to perform and record for new audiences around the world.

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Catch The Vaselines on their 2025 UK and Ireland appearances, including festival sets and dedicated club shows. For the latest updates, follow the official channels and book your tickets early—we’ve got you covered with accessible options and transparent purchasing. Secure your seats and enjoy the live experience that helped shape indie rock history.

The essentials

Quick Facts About The Vaselines

  • Formed in 1986 by Eugene Kelly and Frances McKee; later joined by other musicians in live lineups. Their early duo-era work became a touchstone for indie pop/alternative rock and inspired Kurt Cobain, who covered multiple Vaselines tracks with Nirvana. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Vaselines?utm_source=openai))
  • Three studio albums to date: Dum-Dum (1989, 53rd & 3rd), Sex with an X (2010, Sub Pop), and V for Vaselines (2014, Rosary Music). ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dum-Dum_%28album%29?utm_source=openai))
  • Nirvana’s coverage of Vaselines songs (e.g., Molly’s Lips, Jesus Wants Me for a Sunbeam) significantly raised their profile; Kurt Cobain cited them as among his favorite songwriters. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dying_for_It?utm_source=openai))
  • 2025 touring activity included multiple UK dates (e.g., Dunfermline, Aug 30, 2025 at PJ Molloys) and appearances at festivals; Setlist/Festival listings show ongoing 2025 gigs in the UK/Ireland. ([songkick.com](https://www.songkick.com/concerts/42479403-vaselines-at-p-j-molloys?utm_source=openai))
  • Official presence and social channels are active: official site is thevaselines.co.uk; social links appear on Linktree (Twitter: @the_vaselines). ([fr.wikipedia.org](https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Vaselines))

The records

The Vaselines Discography

  • V for Vaselines
    2014 · Rosary Music
  • Sex with an X
    2010 · Sub Pop
  • Dum-Dum
    1989 · 53rd & 3rd

The hits

Top The Vaselines Songs

  • One Lost Year
    2014 · N/A
  • High Tide Low Tide
    2014 · N/A
  • I Hate the 80s
    2010 · N/A
  • Sex with an X
    2010 · N/A
  • Mouth to Mouth
    2011 · N/A
  • Dying for It (EP)
    1988 · UK Indie Chart peak 11
  • Son of a Gun (EP)
    1987 · UK Indie Chart peak 26

Catch The Vaselines on their 2025 UK and Ireland appearances, including festival sets and dedicated club shows. For the latest updates, follow the official channels and book your tickets early—we’ve got you covered with accessible options and transparent purchasing. Secure your seats and enjoy the live experience that helped shape indie rock history.

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