Dead Boys was an influential punk rock band formed in New York City in 1976, known for their raw energy, aggressive sound, and provocative stage presence that helped define the early American punk movement. Led by frontman Cheetah Chrome and featuring songwriter Johnny Thunders, the band released their landmark debut album "Young, Loud and Snotty" in 1977, which became a punk classic. Though the group disbanded in the early 1980s, Dead Boys' legacy as pioneers of punk rock continues to inspire generations of musicians and fans.
