Sid Vicious

English punk rock musician and bassist

Sid Vicious - English punk rock musician and bassist
Born

May 10th, 1957
68 years ago

Died

February 2nd, 1979
46 years ago — 21 years old

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United Kingdom

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A prominent figure in the punk rock movement, made significant contributions as a bassist for the influential band Sex Pistols. The band's album 'Never Mind the Bollocks, Here's the Sex Pistols' became a defining work of the genre. Vicious had a brief but impactful career and generated considerable attention for his tumultuous lifestyle and tragic narrative. His time with the band and subsequent solo work left an indelible mark on punk music history.

Played bass for the Sex Pistols

Released the song 'My Way'

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