Of all the British R&B bands to follow the Rolling Stones' footsteps, the Downliners Sect were arguably the rawest. The Sect didn't as much interpret the sound of Chess Records as attack it, with a finesse that made the Pretty Things seem positively suave in comparison. Long on crude energy and hoarse vocals, but short on originality and songwriting talent, the Sect never had a British hit, although they had some sizable singles in other European countries. (AllMusic) On that basis one might consider themamong the precursors of Dr Feelgood. If that's the case, definitely Significant. File under: R&B Fundamentalists (English Chapter).
Discography: Singles & EPs Albums
In the music library: Nuggets II: Original Artyfacts From The British Empire And Beyond: Glendora
Links: Wikipedia Official web site AllMusic Discogs 45cat Interview with Don Craine of The Downliners Sect