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Contents: [SHM-CD] Billy Idol releases an expanded 2-CD set to commemorate the 40th anniversary of the release of his groundbreaking solo debut album bearing his own name!! In addition to all 10 tracks from the original album released in 1982, it includes a recently unearthed, previously unreleased Clabrand remix of the hit song "White Wedding." Disc 2 contains previously unreleased live recordings from a 1982 Roxy Music performance featuring his close friend Steve Stevens (guitar)!! This expanded 2-CD set commemorates the 40th anniversary of the release of Billy Idol's debut album, which marked his solo comeback after his time with Generation X, one of the central figures of London punk in the late 1970s, when he moved to America. Disc 1 includes all the tracks from his groundbreaking solo debut album "Billy Idol," released in 1982, plus a recently unearthed, previously unreleased Clabrand remix of the hit song "White Wedding." DISC 2 features 15 previously unreleased live tracks recorded on August 12, 1982, at the legendary Roxy on the Sunset Strip in L.A., by a five-piece band including keyboardist Steve Stevens, a long-time partner since his solo debut. In addition to songs from his solo debut album, the disc also includes hits from his Generation X days such as "Ready, Steady, Go," "Kiss Me Deadly," and "Dancing with Myself." This release is generating considerable buzz as it marks the first time these early, previously unreleased live recordings of his collaboration with his close friend Steve Stevens have seen the light of day. Media Reviews and More: Billy Idol releases a 2-CD expanded edition to commemorate the 40th anniversary of his groundbreaking eponymous solo debut album!! In addition to all 10 tracks from the original 1982 album, it includes a previously unreleased Clabrand remix of the hit song "White Wedding," recently unearthed. Disc 2 features previously unreleased live recordings from his 1982 Roxy Music performance, featuring his close friend Steve Stevens (guitar)!! (C)RS
