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1. They were a psychobilly band from Kent
King Kurt formed in the early 1980s in the south-east of England. They played a wild mix of rockabilly, punk and horror-movie imagery.
2. They belonged to the first psychobilly wave
Peers included The Meteors and Guana Batz. The scene grew in London pubs and clubs.
3. Their gigs were famously messy
Concerts were known for audiences and band members throwing flour, eggs and other food. Venues had to clean up afterwards.
4. They signed to Stiff Records
The label was famous for Madness, Ian Dury and Elvis Costello. King Kurt gave it a very different act.
5. Destination Zululand became their best-known single
The 1983 song mixed rockabilly with comic, tribal-themed chanting. It reached the UK singles chart.
6. Ooh Wallah Wallah was their debut album
It was released in 1983 and collected their early singles. The title is as odd as the music.
7. Big Cock was a later album
The 1986 album showed a rawer, more punk-influenced side. The title was deliberately provocative.
8. They have continued to play live
The band reformed for shows after splitting and still attract devoted fans. Their gigs remain loud and messy.
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