How a BBC Ban Prevented the Sex Pistols' 'God Save the Queen' from Reaching No. 1

Embroiled in a storm of controversy and condemnation from the British public and its institutions, "God Save the Queen" by ...

49 Years Ago, a Radio Ban Helped Keep a Punk Rock Anthem from No. 1

Embroiled in a storm of controversy and condemnation from the British public and its institutions, "God Save the Queen" by ...

Sex Pistols' 'God Save the Queen' Ranked Among 'Best Punk Songs of All Time'

On May 27, 1977, British punk group The Sex Pistols released one of their most iconic hits, "God Save the Queen". The track ...
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Why This 1977 Sex Pistols Song Was Banned by the BBC

In 1977, Queen Elizabeth II celebrated her Silver Jubilee, which would have marked 25 years of her reign. Coincidentally, The Sex Pistols also released their second single that year, titled “God Save ...