PREP Strengthens Asian Connection With Extensive 2026
Tour Following New EP Release
London indie-pop outfit PREP is expanding its presence
across Asia once again, unveiling a major 2026 headline tour that reinforces
the region's importance in the band's remarkable international rise. Fresh from
the release of their latest EP, One Day In The Sun, the four-piece will
perform in seven major Asian destinations, bringing a refreshed live production
that blends fan favorites with their newest material.
The announcement comes as PREP continues to capitalize on
growing momentum generated by One Day In The Sun, a project that further
broadened the band's creative reach through a collaboration with acclaimed
Taiwanese indie band Sunset Rollercoaster. Rather than simply adding another
release to their catalog, the EP reflects the group's commitment to building musical
bridges across cultures, an approach that has become central to their identity.
The 2026 itinerary highlights just how deeply PREP has
embedded itself within Asia's thriving live music landscape. Their schedule
includes performances in Taipei, Shanghai, Hong Kong, Kuala Lumpur, Manila,
Bangkok, and a special appearance during the Formula 1 Singapore Grand Prix,
placing the band alongside one of the region's most prestigious entertainment
events.
PREP Asia Tour 2026 Schedule
- October
2, 2026 – Taipei, Legacy
- October
5, 2026 – Shanghai, Star@Culture
- October
9, 2026 – Hong Kong, Portal
- October
11, 2026 – Singapore, Formula 1 Singapore Grand Prix
- October
13, 2026 – Kuala Lumpur, ATP Live House
- October
15, 2026 – Manila, The Filinvest Tent
- October
17, 2026 – Bangkok, Cloud 11
Concertgoers can expect a carefully curated performance that
spans PREP's musical evolution. The setlist will showcase beloved tracks from
previous albums and EPs while introducing audiences to songs from One Day In
The Sun. Their polished musicianship, sophisticated pop arrangements, and
effortlessly smooth grooves have consistently distinguished their concerts from
conventional indie performances.
The band's relationship with Asia has developed over years
of steady touring rather than overnight success. PREP has repeatedly returned
to the region, selling out venues across Southeast Asia and China while
building a loyal audience through memorable live performances. Their 2024 tour
covered Bangkok, Taipei, Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Jakarta, and Manila, while
earlier appearances included Thailand's VERY Festival, headline concerts across
China, Hong Kong's Clockenflap Festival, and the Seoul Jazz Festival.
This sustained commitment has transformed Asia into the
band's strongest international market. Like a traveler who keeps returning
because each visit strengthens old friendships, PREP has cultivated genuine
connections with audiences through consistency, musical authenticity, and an
appreciation for local fan communities.
The numbers behind that growth are equally compelling. PREP
has generated more than 650 million streams across digital platforms and
recently earned recognition among the world's Top 25 Pop Soul Artists.
Southeast Asia continues to deliver the band's fastest-growing audience,
outperforming every other region in listener expansion.
Their digital influence extends well beyond streaming
services. The band's rendition of Harry Styles' As It Was became a viral
phenomenon, accumulating more than 5.8 billion views and inspiring over 1.6
million TikTok creations. Those figures underscore PREP's ability to connect
with younger audiences through both traditional music platforms and social
media.
Regional listener data further illustrates the band's
popularity. Thailand ranks as PREP's largest global audience, followed by
Indonesia, the Philippines, Malaysia, and Taiwan. Major listening hubs include
Bangkok, Jakarta, Taipei, Quezon City, Singapore, and Kuala Lumpur,
demonstrating that the group's appeal stretches across multiple cultures and
languages.
Since forming in London in 2015, PREP has crafted a
distinctive musical identity that combines groove-driven pop, understated soul,
funk influences, and a subtle sense of British melancholy. Vocalist Tom
Havelock, keyboardist Llywelyn ap Myrddin, drummer Guillaume Jambel, and
producer-guitarist Dan Radclyffe each contribute as songwriters and producers,
allowing the band to maintain a cohesive creative vision.
Their sound also draws inspiration from Japanese City Pop,
reshaping vintage influences into contemporary indie-pop with refined
production and timeless songwriting. Over two studio albums and five EPs, PREP
has developed a style that resonates far beyond the United Kingdom, supported
by collaborations with artists including Eddie Chacon, Phum Viphurit, James
Alyn, Vicky Farewell, and Anomalie.
With a growing catalog, expanding international recognition, and one of the most dedicated fanbases in Asia, PREP's 2026 return represents more than another concert series. It reflects the continued evolution of a band that has transformed regional popularity into a lasting global presence while proving that thoughtfully crafted music can transcend borders and connect audiences across continents.
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