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Oi!

Oi! is a type of punk that arose in the late 70s, likely getting its name from the Cockney Rejects song "Oi! Oi! Oi!". It is loud and simple, often with shout-along choruses, similar to hardcore but not as extreme. Oi! artists include: Sham 69, Cock Sparrer, and Peter & the Test Tube Babies.

Pictured: Cock Sparrer's logo

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AllMusic

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