The Damned was one of the first bands to play gothic rock and influenced future hardcore punk bands with their fast-paced , energetic style and attitude .
Despite going through numerous lineup changes , the current formation of Vanian , Sensible , keyboardist Monty Oxymoron , drummer Pinch and bassist Stu West , have been together since 2004.The Damned are one of the most influential punk groups , especially in the early days of the genre .
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