Paul Cook

English drummer of the Sex Pistols

Paul Cook - English drummer of the Sex Pistols
Born

July 20th, 1956
69 years ago

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United Kingdom

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Born in 1956, this English musician gained prominence as the drummer for the punk rock band Sex Pistols. The band, formed in 1975, became a key figure in the punk movement, noted for its raw energy and anti-establishment attitude. Their album, "Never Mind the Bollocks, Here's the Sex Pistols," released in 1977, is considered a landmark in punk rock and has influenced many bands since. After the band's breakup in 1978, he played with various groups, including the Professionals, and contributed to the British rock scene.

Drummed for the Sex Pistols

Released the album 'Never Mind the Bollocks'

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