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Buzzcocks There are hardly any bands performing today that genuinely deserve the adjective ‘legendary’. Buzzcocks are one of those very few. Their achievements are staggering: one of the original holy trinity of British punk (with the Sex Pistols and the Clash), innovators of the independent record scene and genuine punk rock superstars who have been cited as inspirational by bands as diverse as REM, Nirvana and Green Day. Eight studio albums, over twenty singles and EPs, a constellation of compilations, covers by other bands and songs on film soundtracks and advertisements have put Buzzcocks among the top echelons of British recording artists. A Mojo Inspiration award in 2006 is just one of the many accolades they have received for their work. Buzzcocks have been thrilling audiences for over thirty years. Once called ‘the Beatles of punk’, their music blends high-octane guitar, bass and drum power with heartrending personal statements of love won and lost or dismay at the modern world to create a unique catalogue of unforgettable and immortal music – music they continue to deliver to fans old and new around the world with undiminished passion and energy. Buzzcocks have forged a unique relationship with their public and are deeply loved and revered by a global audience. They are simultaneously true to their original ideals and open to new ideas – a happy result of their own uncompromising and individual standing. Over the years, generations of musicians have tried the Buzzcocks methodology and have made their own variations of it. Most are generous in their thanks to the band that started it all. Those impressed by the recent waves of 'punk' bands would do well to spend an afternoon with Buzzcocks' seminal pop treasure Singles Going Steady, consistently the band’s biggest seller and a masterclass in genre-busting songcraft. This compilation of their first UK Top 40 hits is a classic album in every sense, an astounding collection of stunning moments such as ‘Orgasm Addict’, ‘What Do I Get?’ the anthemic ‘Harmony In My Head’ and, of course, the song that has become their calling card: ‘Ever Fallen In Love With Someone (You Shouldn’t’ve Fallen In Love With?)’. These songs have been covered by dozens of groups in many styles, a testament to the originals' strengths not as slices of punk rock history but as examples of songwriting craft. Buzzcocks are the true godfathers of punk-pop, having laid down that infinitely superior archetype. They are also a band with a past, present, and future. It is a history the group's members could never have imagined back in the hot punk rock summer of '76. Says Pete Shelley: "Looking back on it now, what's going on is like echoes of the Big Bang. You look around you in society and the culture; so many things would not have been the same if there never was punk rock. It's strange; it's like a science fiction novel. But to us at the time, it just sprung naturally." They're still doing it, better than anyone. Sometimes the archetype is clearly the best. Buzzcocks – no. 1 in people’s hearts. Icons, superstars, legends.

Latest bulletin 11.08.09

NZ and Australia

We're in Malaysia now, with NZ and Australia coming right up. Corner Hotel (Melbourne) is already sold out, with others expected to be sell outs, so get your tickets soon!

See buzzcocks.com for full show details.

By December we expect to have news about U.S. shows in 2010!

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Nov 08, 03:12 PM

NZ and Australia

We're in Malaysia now, with NZ and Australia coming right up. Corner Hotel (Melbourne) is already sold out, with others expected to be sell outs, so get your tickets soon!
See buzzcocks.com for full show details.
By December we expect to have news about U.S. shows in 2010!
Oct 21, 08:52 PM

Ireland and Asia

We're in Ireland starting tonight (Thursday):
22nd - Cork - The Pavilion
23rd - Dublin - Academy
24th - Belfast, N Ireland - Mandela Hall
And we've just confirmed Nov 8th in Kuala Lumpur, the 27th in Singapore, and the 28th in Bangkok. And don't forget our Australian and New Zealand dates in between. We hope to see you somewhere in the world!
See buzzcocks.com | Live Dates for details.
Sep 04, 03:33 PM

more shows just added

SEPT 24 - Newcastle, England - Legends
SEPT 25 - Darlington, England - Inside Out
OCT 3 - Oslo, Norway, The Garage
OCT 6 - Beijing, China, Modern Sky Festival
NOV 12 - Christchurch, New Zealand, Southern Amp Festival
NOV 13 - Wellington, NZ, Bar Bodega
NOV 14 - Auckland, NZ - to be announced
More to come...
Sep 01, 01:24 AM

down under

We're happy to announce the extension of our ANOTHER...BITES Tour to Australia this November! We'll be playing our first two albums - ANOTHER MUSIC IN A DIFFERENT KITCHEN and LOVE BITES - in their entirety + other hits!
See http://www.feelpresents.com/upcoming/768/buzzcocks3.html for details. All tickets on sale now.
NOVEMBER
WED 18, Coolangatta, The Cooly Bandroom

THURS 19, Brisbane, The Zoo
FRI 20, Sydney, The Forum
SAT 21, Melbourne, Corner Hotel
SUN 22, Hobart, Morilla
TUES 24, Adelaide, The Gov
WED 25, Perth, Amplifier Bar
Jul 19, 03:28 PM

quick update

Check buzzcocks.com | Live Dates if you haven't recently, as we've confirmed ANOTHER...BITES shows in Dublin and Belfast and other festival appearances. Some good news and no-so-good news, depending upon where you live: We should soon be confirming Australian and New Zealand dates in November. But our ANOTHER...BITES tour of North America has been postponed. We will do this tour but probably not until February. Have patience - it will be rewarded ;-)
Also, don't miss Steve Diggle's new single HEY MARIA, now on iTunes and other services. And Steve will be making a special appearance at a benefit show on Sunday, 26th July, at London's 100 Club. Details & Tickets.
We'll post more gigs as soon as they're confirmed. In the meantime, check us out performing a rare cover - The Beatles' I Saw Her Standing There - in Liverpool recently.
Cheers,
Buzzcocks
Jun 07, 03:20 PM

News!

- This Wednesday, June 10th, at the HMV Forum London we'll be headlining the Mojo Honours List show with the Fall and John Cooper Clarke! We're on at 10:00pm. http://www.ticketmaster.co.uk/event/1F0042ABFB3D9FDC?&brand=tm&camefrom=CFC_UK_BUYAT_ilikeuk
- Steve Diggle has a brand new single, HEY MARIA, now available from all major download sites, including iTunes:
http://www.apple.com/search/downloads/?q=steve+diggle
- On December 4th, we'll be playing the All Tomorrow's Parties NIGHTMARE BEFORE CHRISTMAS festival curated by My Bloody Valentine!
http://www.atpfestival.com/Events/Nightmare2009.php
- Some exciting news about North America is coming soon. Stay tuned...