The Ordinary Boys

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Formed 2004. Disbanded 2008.

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The Ordinary Boys are an English indie rock band from Worthing, West Sussex. Originally named Next in Line, they were influenced by mod revival and Britpop music, as well as the bands Madness, The Specials, The Kinks and The Smiths. Their name derives from a Morrissey song, "The Ordinary Boys".

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