Gen and The Degenerates

Gen and The Degenerates

Gen and The Degenerates are a group from Liverpool, in the United Kingdom, whose sound sits within alternative rock, post-punk and punk rock. They are also associated with crank wave, riot grrrl, indie rock and garage rock.

Formation and line-up

Most of the band members meet through school and college before the group moves to Liverpool. The line-up includes lead singer Gen Degenerate, who joins as what the band describes as the final piece of the puzzle. The group presents itself as tightly bonded, with all members getting matching tattoos.

Style and influences

The band’s music combines the edge of Joan Jett and the Blackhearts with the rock and roll energy associated with The Struts. Their songs are driven by a strong sense of commitment to the sound they create.

Identity and outlook

Gen and The Degenerates describe themselves as ambitious and direct about their aims, and they present the band as a family-like collective rather than a detached project.