Bad Examples

Bad Examples formed in London in 1977, part of that city's punk scene. The original lineup included vocalist John Rotten, guitarist Steve Jones, bassist Glen Matlock, and drummer Paul Cook. Their sound was abrasive and aggressive, with lyrics that often targeted social norms and authority. Songs like 'It's Over Now' and 'Bad Girl' carried that confrontational energy.

Their debut album, 'Never Mind the Bollocks, Here's the Sex Pistols,' came out in 1977 and became a significant punk record. They released two more studio albums: 'God Save the Queen/Pretty Vacant' in 1977 and 'The Great Rock 'n' Roll Swindle' in 1979. Bassist Glen Matlock left in 1977 and was replaced by Sid Vicious, whose time with the band was marked by drug problems and erratic behavior.

The band faced various controversies, and their concerts sometimes led to arrests. Drummer Paul Cook was arrested for marijuana possession in 1977 and briefly left the group, though he returned later. Bad Examples reunited in 1996 for a period, with Cook involved.