The Exploited tickets

The Exploited are an influential punk rock band from Scotland, formed in 1979. Their songs are characterized by political themes and extreme speed. They are credited with being one of the main influences in the punk and hardcore scenes in the UK and Europe. They rose to fame in the late 1970s and early 1980s with their albums Punks Not Dead and Troops of Tomorrow. Their powerful sound and message grew in popularity and they toured extensively, including a much-heralded appearance at UK's Reading Festival in 1982. The Exploited were a major factor in bringing punk and hardcore music to a mainstream audience, and are often considered an influential part of many punk scenes. They remain active and have been performing and releasing music regularly since their formation in 1979.