The Damned are an English rock band formed in London in 1976.^[2][3] They were the first punk rock band from the United Kingdom to release a single ("New Rose"),^[4] an album (Damned Damned Damned),^[5] to have a record on the UK music charts, and to tour the United States. The Damned later evolved into one of the forerunners of the gothic genre.^[6]

They have incorporated numerous styles into their music and image, including: garage rock, psychedelic rock, cabaret, and the theatrical rock of Screaming Lord Sutch and Alex Harvey. Lead singer Dave Vanian's vocal style has been described as similar to a crooner.^[7] The Damned have dissolved and reformed many times, with Vanian as the sole constant member; the lineups have always included either guitarist Captain Sensible and/or drummer Rat Scabies, who are both founding members. The current line-up is Vanian, Captain Sensible, Monty Oxy Moron, Pinch and Stu West.

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