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The complexity of modern politics was explored through the songs of the Dodgems, a late-'70s punk band based in Brighton, England. But their music took a more immediate approach. "We have been called political and we do have strong opinions about things," said drummer Charlie Zuber. "But we have to keep the message fairly simple because the music's so loud." Formed in 1978 as Jet-Slag, the Dodgems represented the vision of vocalist/bassist Gary Turner. Initially featuring guitarist/vocalist Doug Potter and lead guitarist/vocalist Dave Owen, the Dodgems expanded with the addition of Paul Birchall, a keyboard player they acquired through an ad. With their fiery delivery, the Dodgems burned out almost as soon as they hit the concert stage. Although they were heralded by influential British disc jockey/producer John Peel, and appeared several times on his radio show, they disbanded within a year. Turner briefly resurfaced, in 1980, with the Piranhas. ~ Craig Harris, All Music Guide
