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Billy Idol
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▸ Artist · 1968–1990

Billy Idol

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OriginUnited KingdomGenrepunk rock, dance-rock, new waveLabelChrysalis Records

Picture a neon-lit dance floor pulsing with energy, where the gritty edge of punk rock meets the infectious beats of dance-rock. Enter Billy Idol, the quintessential British rock icon whose swagger and style captivated audiences across the globe. Emerging from the vibrant UK punk scene as the frontman of Generation X, Idol transitioned to a solo career that defined a generation. With hits like "Rebel Yell," "White Wedding, Pt. 1," and "Eyes Without a Face," he became a staple of the MTV era, blending new wave flair with hard rock intensity. Tracks such as "Hot In the City" and "Cradle Of Love" solidified his status as a music legend, leaving fans longing for that unmistakable Idol charm. With each electrifying note, he invites us back to a time when rock ‘n’ roll was raw, rebellious, and undeniably cool.

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People I Love
Billy Idol
1968
Mony Mony
Billy Idol
1981
Hot In the City
Billy Idol
1982
White Wedding
Billy Idol
1982
Rebel Yell
Billy Idol
1983
Eyes Without A Face
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1984
To Be a Lover
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1986
Cradle Of Love
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1990

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