Cock Sparrer
- Type: Band/Group
- Country: United Kingdom
- Born: 1972 in London, England, United Kingdom
- Active: 1972 - present
Biography
Cock Sparrer is an English punk rock band formed in 1972 in the East End of London. The group is associated with the development of the Oi! subgenre and the early 1980s punk scene. Although it did not achieve significant commercial success, its work has influenced numerous punk, Oi!, and hardcore punk acts, many of which have recorded cover versions of its songs. The band's musical style draws on elements of pub rock, glam rock, and 1960s beat music.
Genres
Cock Sparrer Discography
- Cock Sparrer (1978) - Album - rated 3.65/5
- Shock Troops (1983) - Album - rated 3.71/5
- Running Riot in '84 (1984) - Album - rated 3.39/5
- Guilty as Charged (1994) - Album - rated 3.53/5
- Live: Runnin' Riot Across the U.S.A. (2000) - Album - rated 3.88/5
Members
- Colin McFaull - vocals (1972–Present)
- Mick Beaufoy - guitar (1972–Present)
- Steve Burgess - bass (1972–Present)
- Steve Bruce - drums (1972–Present)
- Daryl Smith - guitar, backing vocals (1992–Present)
- Chris Skepis - guitar (1982–1984)