Buzzcocks

Buzzcocks are an English punk rock band formed in Bolton, Greater Manchester, UK in 1976, led by singer-songwriter and guitarist Pete Shelley (1955 – 2018) for nearly their entire existence. They are commonly regarded as an important influence on the Manchester music scene, the independent record label movement and the punk rock, power pop, and pop punk genres in general. They are primarily remembered for their singles, a string of would-be hits that combined a strong grasp of pop song craftsmanship with rapid-fire punk energy.

Influenced by: The Sex Pistols, The Ramones, Wire

Active:

1976-1981, 1989-present

Scene:

Manchester

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• SMOKING POPESWed, Jul 29
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