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  1. On This Day November 10 1983 – Billy Idol Released His Second Album Rebel Yell

    On This Day November 10 1983 – Billy Idol Released His Second Album Rebel Yell

    On this day November 10 1983, Billy Idol released his second studio album Rebel Yell, a defining moment in his career and one of the most iconic rock albums of the 1980s. The record built on the momentum of his self titled debut, combining punk attitude, rock power, and radio friendly production...
  2. On This Day October 24, 1981 – Billy Idol Released His Debut Album Don't Stop

    On This Day October 24, 1981 – Billy Idol Released His Debut Album Don't Stop

    On this day October 24, 1981, Billy Idol released his self titled debut album Don't Stop, launching his solo career and establishing himself as one of the defining faces of 1980s rock. Blending punk attitude with polished production, the album introduced audiences to Idol’s signature mix of...
  3. On This Day October 20, 1986 – Billy Idol Released His Third Album Whiplash Smile

    On This Day October 20, 1986 – Billy Idol Released His Third Album Whiplash Smile

    On this day October 20, 1986, Billy Idol released his third studio album Whiplash Smile, continuing his reputation as one of the defining figures of 1980s rock. The album carried forward the rebellious energy and stylish edge that had made Idol an icon, mixing his trademark sneer with danceable...
  4. On This Day: July 16, 1982 – Billy Idol Releases His Debut Album

    On This Day: July 16, 1982 – Billy Idol Releases His Debut Album

    On this day July 16, 1982, Billy Idol released his self titled debut album Billy Idol, launching his solo career after rising to fame with Generation X. The album reached number 45 on the Billboard 200 and introduced American audiences to a new wave rocker with punk roots and pop star charisma...
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    Released Today Billy Idol’s Rebel Yell - November 10, 1983

    On this day, November 10, 1983, Billy Idol released his second album, Rebel Yell, in the United States. This album became a major success, reaching #6 on the Billboard charts and climbing to #2 in Germany and New Zealand. Featuring hits like “Eyes Without a Face,” “Rebel Yell,” and “Flesh for...
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    Kiss Me Deadly (1981)

    Title: Kiss Me Deadly Artist: Generation X Genre: No Genre Specified Released: 1981 Tracks: 1 - Dancing With Myself - 3:46 2 - Untouchables - 3:37 3 - Happy People - 4:27 4 - Heavens Inside - 2:58 5 - Triumph - 3:25 6 - Revenge - 4:22 7 - Stars Look Down - 4:39 8 - What Do You Want...
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    Whiplash Smile (1986)

    Title: Whiplash Smile Artist: Billy Idol Genre: Post-Punk Released: 1986 Tracks: 1 - Worlds Forgotten Boy - 5:43 2 - To Be a Lover - 3:52 3 - Soul Standing By - 4:35 4 - Sweet Sixteen - 4:17 5 - Man for All Seasons - 4:39 6 - Don't Need a Gun - 6:18 7 - Beyond Belief - 4:02 8 -...
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