Sex Pistols — artist
The Sex Pistols were a seminal English punk rock band formed in London in 1975. Known for their raw and aggressive sound, they played a pivotal role in the punk movement with their confrontational style and anti-establishment lyrics. Influenced by early rock and roll and proto-punk bands like The Stooges and The New York Dolls, their music is characterized by fast tempos, distorted guitars, and Johnny Rotten's distinctive sneering vocals. The band's brief but impactful career, highlighted by their landmark album "Never Mind the Bollocks, Here's the Sex Pistols," left a lasting imprint on punk music and culture.