Ruts Formation1977
Fronts the Ruts as the London band forms and begins developing a punk sound influenced by reggae.
Historical person
Malcolm Owen Biography
Historical biography and chronological timeline for Malcolm Owen, based on 8 World History Database records associated with Great Britain.
8 records1977–19798 events1 places
Chronological biography
1977
1978
Ruts Live Circuit1978
Performs with the Ruts around Britain's punk club circuit as the band builds a following through energetic live shows.
1979
Babylon's Burning Television Breakthrough1979
Performs Babylon's Burning with the Ruts during the band's rapid rise into the British punk mainstream.
In a Rut1979
The Ruts release In a Rut, an early single that helps establish the band before their major chart breakthrough.
Jah War1979
The Ruts release Jah War, reflecting the band's distinctive mixture of punk energy and reggae influence.
The Crack Album1979
The Ruts release debut album The Crack during their breakthrough year.
Babylon's Burning Top Ten16 June 1979
Babylon's Burning enters the Official Singles Chart and reaches number seven.
Something That I Said8 September 1979
Something That I Said enters the Official Singles Chart and reaches number twenty-nine.
Titles and roles
Singer
Record provenance
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