Billy Idol (born William Michael Albert Broad, 30 November 1955, Stanmore, Middlesex) is an English rock musician. He first achieved fame in the punk rock era as a member of the band Generation X.
He then embarked on a successful solo career, aided by a series of stylish music videos, making him one of the first MTV stars. Idol continues to tour with guitarist Steve Stevens and has a worldwide fan base.
Albums
1. Don't Stop (EP) - 1981 #71 U.S.
2. Billy Idol - 1982 #45 U.S. / #49 Sweden (RIAA: Gold)
3. Rebel Yell - 1983 #36 UK / #6 U.S. / #2 Germany / #40 Netherlands / #16 Switzerland (RIAA: 2X Platinum)
4. Vital Idol - 1985 #7 UK / #10 U.S. (1987 release) / #8 Germany / #24 Switzerland (RIAA: Platinum)
5. Whiplash Smile - 1986 #8 UK / #6 U.S. / #9 Germany / #19 Netherlands / #4 Switzerland (RIAA: Platinum)
6. Idol Songs: 11 of the Best - 1988 #2 UK / #14 Germany / #6 Switzerland
7. Charmed Life - 1990 #15 UK / #11 U.S. / #5 Germany / #51 Netherlands / #4 Switzerland (RIAA: Gold)
8. Cyberpunk - 1993 #20 UK / #48 U.S. / #13 Germany / #50 Netherlands / #15 Switzerland
9. Greatest Hits - 2001 #74 U.S. / #12 Germany / #30 Switzerland (RIAA: Platinum)
10. VH1 Storytellers: Billy Idol - 2002 #14 Germany / #76 Switzerland
11. Essential Billy Idol - 2003
12. Devil's Playground - 2005 #46 U.S. / #15 Germany / #32 Switzerland
13. Happy Holidays - 2006
14. The Very Best of Billy Idol: Idolize Yourself - 2008
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