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Billy Idol
"Rebel Yell"

Released in 1983

Billy Idol was one of the biggest rock stars in the world in the 1980s. The English artist was the lead singer of Generation X in the 1970s and released his first solo album in 1982. That album had the hits "Dancing With Myself", "Hot In The City", and "White Wedding". All three became giant MTV hits.

He became even bigger with the release "Rebel Yell" in 1983. This was one of the defining albums of the early days of MTV. In fact, it's hard for me to hear these songs and not remember the iconic videos.

Favorites from this album include "Rebel Yell", "Eyes Without A Face", "Catch My Fall", and "Flesh For Fantasy".


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(LOS ANGELES, CA) -- The iconic alternative rock band Sleeping With Sirens return with the poignant and powerful track, "An Ending In Itself," produced by Will Yip (Turnstile, Circa Survive, Movements). Driven by unrelenting angst and gigantic melodies, this release marks the first single released with Rise Records since Feel, which debuted at No. 3 on the Billboard 200.


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UPCOMING SHOWS


State Theatre New Jersey presents The Sound Studio Series 2026

(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- State Theatre New Jersey proudly presents The Sound Studio Series, an immersive musical experience that places concertgoers at the very heart of the performance. Held in STNJ's intimate Studio space, limited to just 80 attendees, The Sound Studio Series features a dynamic mix of both classical and rock performances. Each concert concludes with an exclusive post-show meet-and-greet with the artists, offering fans a rare opportunity to connect directly with the performers. Tickets for the series are $20-$30.


Outpost in the Burbs presents Josh Joplin and Jeffrey Gaines on March 21st




Split Level Concerts presents Joy Clark and Sug Daniels




Americana Women celebrates the Queens of Country and Folk at Kean University on March 21st