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Jun 2023
45m 22s

Lethal Injection: Sid Vicious

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Sid Vicious was one of the best-known faces in the Punk era. Everything about him was loud, rebellious, and unapologetic. He came from nowhere and shot to fame in a blaze of glory — sparking international intrigue and adoration. When the end came in 1979, Sid Vicious' death was every bit as explosive as his life had been. But although his death was mourned a ... Show More
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