Buzzcocks

Buzzcocks

Country: GB

Influential: 61.33% Fanbase: 47.71% Trending: 68.14%
As of: 2025-10-03

Top Brand Affinity

Highest overlapping lifestyle brand

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As of 2025-08-15

21,900

Social Media Followers

As of 2025-08-15

00:00:00

Hours Airplay

Updated 2025-10-03 18:50:19 UTC

Genres

rockart rocknew wavepost-punkpub rockrockpunk rockalternativealternative rockreggaeskaeuropeanmadchesterpunkhardcore punkpunk

Scores

Score: DMDB 61.30% | Fanbase 47.70% | Trending 68.10% | CAREER STAGE: MAINSTREAM

Biography

Buzzcocks, led by Pete Shelley's sharp melodies and biting lyrics, emerged as a highly influential British punk rock band known for their intense, three-minute pop songs that focused on themes of adolescence and love. With albums like Another Music in a Different Kitchen and Love Bites in 1978, they refined their sound before experimenting with A Different Kind of Tension in 1979. After disbanding in 1981 due to record label issues, Buzzcocks reunited in 1989 and continued to tour and release albums, showcasing their enduring punk-pop sound that influenced bands like Hüsker Dü and Nirvana.

Before forming Buzzcocks, Pete Shelley and Howard Devoto met in school and bonded over a love for bands like the Velvet Underground and the Stooges. They formed Buzzcocks in 1976, initially playing covers and eventually releasing the first independently produced punk record, Spiral Scratch, in 1977. Despite lineup changes and label challenges, Buzzcocks made their mark with hits like "Orgasm Addict" and "What Do I Get?" before disbanding in 1981. The band reformed in 1989, evolving their sound over the years and releasing albums like The Way in 2014. Following Pete Shelley's passing in 2018, Buzzcocks continued with new material like the EP Senses Out of Control and the album Sonics in the Soul in 2022, keeping their punk spirit alive.
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Buzzcocks Marketing Affinity & Brand Fit Data

Report Date: 2025-08-15

Buzzcocks connects with 25-34 & 18-24 audiences and shows durable traction across UNITED STATES, UNITED KINGDOM, BRAZIL. With a heavily male (77%) audience, creative can confidently lean into identity and style cues. Content performance peaks on Youtube, where posts average 23,466 avg views per post; Youtube adds dependable engagement depth. Overlap with Dr. Martens, Fender, Vans highlights near-term opportunities in Vinyl records of classic albums, Merchandise featuring iconic album art, Concert tickets for live performances. The throughline is simple: Buzzcocks moves culture in the exact lanes many lifestyle marketers need.

Artist Affinity estimates how strongly an artist's audience overlaps with interest in specific brands, products, and categories. It is derived from aggregated social and behavioral signals—who fans follow, save, click, and engage with—normalized across platforms. Higher affinity suggests better partnership fit and higher likelihood that fans will respond positively to branded content or offers. Use it to shortlist natural brand partners and product concepts that feel authentic to the audience. Combine affinity with Connection Strength (ER) and reach to balance fit with impact. Treat affinity as directional—validate with creative tests and small pilots before scaling.

ER = (likes + comments + shares) ÷ audience per post ≥ 3.0% = Very Strong 2.0–2.99% = Strong 1.0–1.99% = Moderate < 1.0% = Low
How to read it: Pair ER with reach (views/followers) to gauge intensity and scale.
Connection Strength
Artist Buzzcocks score 1.47%Moderate bucket.
Product: Vinyl records of classic albumsProduct: Merchandise featuring iconic album artProduct: Concert tickets for live performances
Followers:21,900
Engagements:323
Rate:1.5%
Posts:2
Views:23,466
Avg Likes:302
Avg Comments:20
Avg Views:23,466

Audience Demographics & Key Stats

MetricValueWhy It Matters
Social Snapshot Followers 21,900 · Engagements 323 · Rate 1.5%
Posts 2 · Views 23,466 · Avg Likes 302 · Avg Comments 20 · Avg Views 23,466
Combine reach (followers/views) with ER to size both impact and responsiveness.
Age Breakdown 25-34: 32%
18-24: 29%
35-44: 22%
45-64: 14%
Largest: 25-34 (32%); next: 18-24 (29%)
Gender Split Female: 23%
Male: 77%
Non-binary/Other: 0%
Skews male (77%)
Top Countries UNITED STATES (30%)
UNITED KINGDOM (12%)
BRAZIL (10%)
ARGENTINA (5%)
MEXICO (4%)
Top regions: UNITED STATES (30%), UNITED KINGDOM (12%), BRAZIL (10%)
Platform Engagement Youtube: 23,466 avg views/post Best reach: Youtube 23,466 avg views; best engagement: Youtube 302 avg likes

Top Brand Affinities

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Recommendations

Products & Services
  • Vinyl records of classic albums
  • Merchandise featuring iconic album art
  • Concert tickets for live performances
  • Exclusive behind-the-scenes content
  • Music-themed apparel and accessories
  • Collaborative playlists on streaming platforms
  • Special edition re-releases of albums
  • Fan club memberships with perks
Marketing Angles
  • Highlight the band's punk rock legacy
  • Engage fans with nostalgia-driven campaigns
  • Leverage social media for interactive content
  • Create partnerships with punk-themed events
  • Utilize user-generated content for promotions
  • Focus on storytelling around the band's history
Content Themes
  • Behind-the-scenes stories from tours
  • Interviews with band members
  • Fan testimonials and experiences
  • Exploration of punk rock culture
  • Music videos featuring live performances
  • Thematic playlists based on album eras
Partnership Brands
  • Dr. Martens
  • Fender
  • Vans
  • Red Bull
  • Spotify
  • Apple Music
  • MTV
  • ReverbNation
  • Punk Rock Bowling
  • Alternative Press
Brand Category Score
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Artist: Buzzcocks

Date Range: 2025-10-03 → 2025-10-03
Total Airplay Time: 0h 0m 0s across 0 Radio Stations

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Radio Spins (2025-08-21)

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Aired At Song Station Location Duration (s)
2025-08-21 08:44:17 Ever Fallen in Love (with Someone You Shouldn't've)? Absolute Radio Birmingham, GB 157
2025-08-21 08:27:33 Boredom BBC Radio 4 Kilskeery, GB 10
2025-08-21 07:45:11 Manchester Rain Sol FM Lyon, FR 156
2025-08-21 06:09:15 Everybody's Happy Nowadays - John Peel Show 18th Oct 1978 RCV Lille, FR 133
2025-08-21 05:24:37 Everybody's Happy Nowadays (2001 Remastered Version) WUTC Chattanooga, US 187
2025-08-21 04:34:24 Ever Fallen in Love (with Someone You Shouldn't've)? Virgin Radio Legends London, GB 150
2025-08-21 04:08:49 Ever Fallen in Love (with Someone You Shouldn't've)? All FM Manchester, GB 159
2025-08-21 03:01:15 Love You More KNMC Havre, US 105
2025-08-21 02:25:50 Sixteen Again - 1996 Remastered Version FIP autour du rock Paris, FR 192
2025-08-21 00:51:22 What Do I Get? - 2001 Remaster WYEP Pittsburgh, US 168

Popularity (2025-10-02)

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