The Nipple Erectors

The Nipple Erectors were a British punk rock band formed in Soho, London in 1977 and notable as former Pogues frontman Shane MacGowan's first musical group. Initially consisting of vocalist/songwriter MacGowan (known at the time as 'Shane O'Hooligan'), bassist Shanne Bradley, guitarist Roger Towndrow and drummer Jerry Arcane; the band released four singles and one live album between 1978 and 1981. Although initially inspired by the Sex Pistols, the Nipple Erectors diversified from the traditional 'punk sound' by introducing elements of rockabilly, R&B and pop into their music.

Singles

• "King of the Bop" (1978)
• "All the Time in the World" (1978)
• "Gabrielle" (1979)
• "Happy Song" (1981)