The Zig Zags were a rock band active in the late 1970s and early 1980s. They released their first album, 'Magic,' in 1977, which included the title track that became their best-known song. The band's lineup featured Jimmy James on vocals and guitar, Alex Harper on drums, Dave Davies on bass, and Mark Malone on guitar.
They followed 'Magic' with 'Wired' in 1979 and 'Overdrive' in 1981. Their final album, 'Phoenix,' came out in 1983. The band faced internal tensions over musical direction and struggled with management disputes that affected their work.
Jimmy James had personal difficulties with addiction during this period. The Zig Zags' music, particularly 'Magic,' maintained a following in rock circles after the band's active years ended.
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