| Musicians Fact File |
| Name |
The Damned |
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| The Damned |
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| Recording |
1976 to 1988 then...
1993 to Present
|
Band
Members |
Henry
Badowski |
Algy Ward |
| Captain
Sensible |
Roman Jugg |
| Dave Vanian |
Bryn Merrick |
| Rat Scabies |
Patricia
Morrison |
| Kris Dollimore |
Alan Lee
Shaw |
| Paul Gray |
Moose |
| Brian
James |
Monty the
Moron |
| Lu Edmonds |
Spike Smith |
| John Moss |
Andrew "Pinch" Pinching |
| Origin |
London, England |
| Biographical Notes |
The Damned are an English band formed in London in 1976, notable for being the first punk rock band from England to release a single ("New Rose") and an album (Damned Damned Damned), and to tour the United States. The Damned later evolved as one of the forerunners of the gothic rock genre.
The Damned have incorporated many different styles into their music and image, including: garage rock, psychedelic rock, cabaret, and the theatrical rock of Screaming Lord Sutch and Alex Harvey. Lead singer Dave Vanian's vocal style has been described as similar to a crooner.
The Damned have dissolved and reformed many times, with Vanian as the sole constant member. However, the lineups have always included either guitarist Captain Sensible and/or drummer Rat Scabies, who are both founding members.
As of 2007, the line-up included Vanian, Captain Sensible, Monty Oxy Moron, Pinch and Stu West. |
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