Four members of Johnny Moped, including future Pretenders frontwoman Chrissie Hynde, played a significant role in London's punk scene by 1977.
“The story of punk rock's great lost legend.”
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Four members of Johnny Moped, including future Pretenders frontwoman Chrissie Hynde, played a significant role in London's punk scene by 1977.
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Paul Halford, known as Johnny Moped, formed the punk band Johnny Moped in Croydon in 1974. The group became part of London's vibrant punk scene, performing at venues like the Roxy Club. They shared stages with bands such as the Damned and Motörhead. Despite releasing notable singles and an album, Cycledelic, they never reached mainstream success. The documentary, Basically, Johnny Moped, directed by Fred Burns, recounts the band's history and their influence on the punk movement, often referred to as punk rock's great lost band.
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Why Watch
- Meet Johnny Moped, a key punk band from the 1970s.
- See performances at London's iconic Roxy Club.
- Find out about their influence on punk music.
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- Johnny Moped formed in Croydon in May 1974.
- Their debut album Cycledelic was named one of the best fifty punk albums in 1993.
- The band played at the Roxy Club in the first few months of its opening.
- Their single 'Incendiary Device' made number 15 in John Peel's 'Festive Fifty' in 1977.
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When was Johnny Moped formed?
Johnny Moped was formed in Croydon in May 1974.
What was the name of Johnny Moped's first album?
Johnny Moped's first album was titled Cycledelic.
Who were some notable members of Johnny Moped?
Notable members of Johnny Moped included Chrissie Hynde and Captain Sensible.
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