The Nipple Erectors, later known as The Nips, emerged from London's vibrant punk scene in 1976. Founded by bassist Shanne Bradley and fronted by Shane MacGowan—who would later gain fame with The Pogues—the band blended raw punk energy with rockabilly and 1960s garage rock influences. Their debut single, "King of the Bop," released in 1978, showcased this eclectic style. Despite lineup changes and a name alteration to The Nips, they produced notable tracks like "Gabrielle" and the live album "Only the End of the Beginning." Their innovative fusion of genres left a lasting imprint on the punk landscape. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Nips?utm_source=openai))