The Damned with The Dictators and Lenny Kaye

May 31, 2024 at 8:00 PM · Manhattan Center Hammerstein Ballroom, New York, NY Manhattan Center Hammerstein Ballroom, New York, NY

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The Damned

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Formed in London in 1976, The Damned are pioneering British punk rockers known for legendary live shows, 11 studio albums, and UK chart singles. Fronted by David Vanian, their dark lyrics and rich baritone vocals helped establish the goth-rock genre.

Lenny Kaye

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Lenny Kaye is a New Brunswick native best known as the guitarist for the Patti Smith Group and for assembling the seminal 1972 garage rock compilation Nuggets. He has also worked as a rock journalist, producer for artists like Suzanne Vega, and solo musician.

The Dictators

Formed in NYC in 1973, The Dictators are a seminal proto-punk band known for their satirical lyrics and hard rock sound. Despite struggles with labels and mixed reviews, they remain influential, with classics like "The Dictators Go Girl Crazy!" and collaborations that span styles from punk to metal.