In a darkening musical landscape where viral fads and AI-generated fakery share chart-space with the self-absorbed products of the nations stage schools, Buzzcocks shine out as a gleaming beacon of hope.

Modern English is a paragon of consistency. The band have maintained the core lineup since 1977. In recent years Modern English have become widely respected as post-punk innovators, thanks to younger generations discovering their catalog and new artists citing the band as major influencers. Their new single, “Long in the Tooth”, from their new album “1 2 3 4” is out now.