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Steve Jones' 'Lonely Boy': Sex Pistols' Chaotic 1977 Tour

1/29/2025

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In "Lonely Boy," Steve Jones delivers a witty take on betting on the Sex Pistols, likening it to a bad investment. Their tumultuous 1977 tour was marred by canceled shows and rowdy crowds, with bassist Sid Vicious stirring chaos and openly chasing heroin, leaving a trail of violence in his wake.

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In "Lonely Boy," Steve Jones delivers a witty take on betting on the Sex Pistols, likening it to a bad investment. Their tumultuous 1977 tour was marred by canceled shows and rowdy crowds, with bassist Sid Vicious stirring chaos and openly chasing heroin, leaving a trail of violence in his wake.