40 Years Ago: Billy Idol Leaves Generation X For Solo Stardom40 Years Ago: Billy Idol Leaves Generation X For Solo StardomHe took their manager, their producer and their final single, which he remixed into a U.S. dance hit. Nick DeRisoNick DeRiso
The Mistake that Created Billy Idol’s Trademark HairThe Mistake that Created Billy Idol’s Trademark HairHe recalls how bandmate’s negative reaction persuaded him to leave styling unfinished.Martin KieltyMartin Kielty
Listen to Joan Jett, Billy Idol Guest on Miley Cyrus’ New AlbumListen to Joan Jett, Billy Idol Guest on Miley Cyrus’ New AlbumRock icons’ collaborations appear on her record ‘Plastic Hearts.’Martin KieltyMartin Kielty
How Billy Idol’s Motorcycle Crash Killed His Movie CareerHow Billy Idol’s Motorcycle Crash Killed His Movie CareerHe could have been star of ’Terminator 2’ and ‘The Doors’ if he hadn’t mangled his leg.Martin KieltyMartin Kielty
How Billy Idol Risked His Sight for ‘Eyes Without a Face’How Billy Idol Risked His Sight for ‘Eyes Without a Face’The singer was bandaged up for two days while his corneas healed.Martin KieltyMartin Kielty
Remixed AgainRemixed AgainSinger puts 21st century spin on his 1985 remix album. Dave LiftonDave Lifton
When Billy Idol’s Generation X Released Their Debut AlbumWhen Billy Idol’s Generation X Released Their Debut AlbumThe backlash began before they had even put out this first studio project. Bryan WawzenekBryan Wawzenek
Watch Billy Idol Help a Contestant Win ‘The Voice’Watch Billy Idol Help a Contestant Win ‘The Voice’Billy Idol's longtime guitarist Steve Stevens was also on hand as the game show's 13th season came to a close.Martin KieltyMartin Kielty
30 Years Ago: Billy Idol Rides ‘Mony Mony’ to the Top30 Years Ago: Billy Idol Rides ‘Mony Mony’ to the TopAt the height of his popularity, Billy Idol took a live cover of Tommy James's "Mony Mony" to the top of the American charts - and helped inspire a lewd chant.Bryan WawzenekBryan Wawzenek