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The Ruts and The Professionals, O2 Institute 2, Birmingham - Pictures

Punk icons The Ruts returned to play for fans in Birmingham.

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Credit: Dave Cox

The band were joined by The Professionals for the gig at Digbeth's O2 Institute2 on Friday night.

The London-founded band, first formed in 1977, is best known for songs such as Babylon's Burning and In A Rut.

Re-formed as The Ruts DC, the band was brought back together in 2012 by Segs Jennings and David Ruffy.

Its members are embarking on a UK tour to mark 40 years since the release of the act's debut album The Crack.

Fellow punk act The Professionals provided the evening's support.