Billy Idol

Billy Idol

出生 : 1955-11-30, Middlesex, England, UK

略歴

William Michael Albert Broad (born November 30, 1955), better known by his stage name Billy Idol, 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.

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Nightclubbing: The Birth of Punk Rock in NYC
Self
Documentary about the legendary nightclub Max's Kansas City and the New York Rock Scene of the 70s.
I Want My MTV
Self
The film is about the formation of a music channel that has shaped modern pop culture. On August 1, 1981, the life of a whole generation of Americans changed forever - on this day MTV began its broadcasting day, making VJ a new teen hero and creating a canon of music video as a vivid artistic statement.
Two Sevens Clash: Dread Meets Punk Rockers
Himself
Documentary about reggae music and culture in London in 1977. Filmed in Super 8 camera by Don Letts. With participation of Richard Branson, Neneh Cherry, Paul Cook, Sly Dunbar, Paul Weller, John Lydon, Joe Strummer, Siouxsie Sioux, Lee ‘Scratch’ Perry and others. Released in 2017.
New Wave: Dare to be Different
Himself - Singer / Songwriter
U2, Talking Heads, Depeche Mode, Blondie, Duran Duran, Tears for Fears, The Clash, The Cure: Over half a billion records sold but you may never have heard of them if not for a small suburban radio station on Long Island, NY: WLIR. In August, 1982, a small group of radio visionaries knew they couldn't compete with the mega-stations in New York City. With one brave decision, they changed the sound of radio forever. Program Director Denis McNamara, the 'LIR crew and the biggest artists of the era tell the story of how they battled the FCC, the record labels, mega-radio and all the conventional rules to create a musical movement that brought the New Wave to America.
Billy Idol - Live Austin City Limits Music Festival 2015
Billy Idol - Live at Austin City Limits Festival 2015 Setlist: Postcards From the Past Dancing With Myself Can't Break Me Down Flesh for Fantasy Eyes Without a Face Ready Steady Go Blue Highway Rebel Yell White Wedding
Classic Quadrophenia
Pete Townsend's reinvention of The Who's Quadrophenia for the classical music genre (composed by partner Rachel Fuller) filmed live at the Royal Albert Hall and featuring the 90-piece Royal Philharmonic Orchestra and the 80 members of the London Oriana Choir, Alfie Boe, Billy Idol and Phil Daniels
Billy Idol: In Super Overdrive Live
Himself
Filmed at the Congress Theater, Chicago for the US TV series Soundstage and originally broadcast in U.S. in July 2009, the show sees Billy Idol, with trademark sneer and peroxide hair very much to the fore, reunited with guitarist Steve Stevens, who played on (& sometimes co-wrote) all his 1980s hits. The tracklist runs from early Generation X favorites, through his classic solo singles and up to tracks from his most recent album, "The Devil’s Playground."
VH1 Rock Honors: The Who
Himself
The Who were honored at the 2008 ceremony from the Pauley Pavilion at UCLA instead of the usual Las Vegas Mandalay Bay Events Center. The concert consisted of an hour-long performance by the band as well as tributes by Incubus, Pearl Jam, Foo Fighters, Flaming Lips, Adam Sandler and Tenacious D.
Punk's Not Dead
Himself
On the edge of the 30th anniversary of punk rock, Punk's Not Dead takes you into the sweaty underground clubs, backyard parties, recording studios, shopping malls and stadiums where punk rock music and culture continue to thrive.
Countdown - The Wonder Years 2
Self (archive footage)
Featuring the Original Live Countdown performances by the World biggest artists from the 70s and 80s
The Who: Tommy Live With Special Guests
Himself
Just seven years after wrapping up one of rock's first farewell tours, The Who returned to the stage in 1989 with another first: the classic album show. It was the 20th anniversary of Tommy, which seemed like a good excuse to book a bunch of stadiums and play the album along with a healthy dose of Who classics, aided by a mere 12 other musicians. This is The Who live at the Universal Amphitheater in Los Angeles, 24 August 1989.
The Who: Tommy and Quadrophenia Live
Rhino Records is proud to present a 3-DVD boxed set showcasing one of the greatest live bands ever-The Who. Disc one features a live rendition of their full-blown rock opera about a deaf, dumb, and blind boy. Tommy was performed live in 1989 at The Universal Amphitheatre in Los Angeles, with special guests Elton John, Phil Collins, Billy Idol, Patti LaBelle, and Steve Winwood. Disc two contains the band's second rock opus, this time built around the story of a young mod's struggle to come of age in the mid-60s. This live version of Quadrophenia, from the 1996/1997 U.S. Tour was the first time it was performed as Townshend and Daltrey had visualized it, with live action and featuring a then-unknown Alex Langdon in a spellbinding performance as Jimmy, the disillusioned Mod.
Billy Idol - Live at Rock am Ring 2005
Vocals
Billy Idol live in concert, as broacast on German TV station WDR during the 2005 Rockpalast Rock Am Ring Festival.
Rockthology Presents: Hard 'N' Heavy, Volume 8
Himself
This compilation DVD features music videos with rarely seen footage of up-close and in-depth interviews with some of the greatest bands in rock history. This volume features interviews and videos by W.A.S.P., Ratt, Alice Cooper, Billy Idol, Atomic Playboys, My Sister's Machine, London Quireboys and Biohazard. Hard-core Hard 'N' Heavy fans will also enjoy all the innovative DVD features, including band history highlights, discographies and interactive trivia games.
Punk: The Early Years
Self
Shot in 1977 and 1978, this dynamic documentary follows the early days of the punk movement from its origins in London pubs to its increasing international presence. Tons of performance footage and interviews with musicians, fans and industry executives create a snapshot of punk rock in the late '70s. Featured performers include the Sex Pistols, X-Ray Spex, Generation X with Billy Idol, the Slits, Eddie and the Hot Rods and many more
Billy Idol: VH1 Storytellers
25 Years of Punk
Himself
Lou Reed narrates this Television special that takes a look back at the beginnings of the punk rock movements in New York & England, the underground punk scenes in the 70's & 80's, and the punk resurgence in the 90's. A collaboration between VH1 and Spin magazine.
Heavy Metal 2000
Odin (voice)
Upon discovery of a shard of what could be the Loc-Nar, a miner named Tyler becomes possessed with an insatiable hunger for power and a thirst for immortality. On his way to the planet of youth, Tyler wipes out most of a space colony and kidnaps a beautiful young woman. His only mistake is that he doesn't kill her sister, Julie, who then sets out on a mission of rescue and revenge.
The Filth and the Fury
Himself (archive footage)
Julien Temple's second documentary profiling punk rock pioneers the Sex Pistols is an enlightening, entertaining trip back to a time when the punk movement was just discovering itself. Featuring archival footage, never-before-seen performances, rehearsals, and recording sessions as well as interviews with group members who lived to tell the tale--including the one and only John Lydon (aka Johnny Rotten).
ウェディング・シンガー
Himself
ウエディング・シンガーとして働くロビーは、自分自身も恋人リンダとの結婚を控え、幸せな日々を送っていた。ところが、結婚式の当日、牧師の前で待つロビーの元にリンダは現れず、結婚は取りやめになってしまう。リンダは、ウエディング・シンガーではなく、ミュージシャンとして自分のバンドで活動していた頃のロビーを愛していると告げ、去ってしまう。 すっかり落ち込んだロビーは自暴自棄になり、仕事中もトラブルを起こす始末。そんな時にウェイトレスのジュリアに力づけられ、彼女自身の結婚式の準備を手伝うようになり、少しずつ互いに惹かれるようになる。ある日ロビーは、ジュリアのフィアンセであるグレンが平気で浮気をするような男と知り、行動を起こす。
Degeneration Punk
Amusing ARTE Special with SEX PISTOLS, CLASH, GENERATION X, DEAD BOYS, DAMNED, and more This rare documentary covers three very influential years in the shaping of punk rock: 1976-1979. more... Punk rock music was emerging as a solid genre, standing apart from the fuzzed out garage rock that came before it. This video documents the bands that pushed the envelope--The Clash, Sham 69, Generation X, The Dead Boys, X-Ray Spex...Some cool footage...newsreels on Sid Vicious' killing of Nancy Spungen, overdose... and more!
Mad Dog Time
Lee Turner
With his boss in the madhouse, a mobster is temporary boss of the criminal empire just as vicious rivals threaten the control of the empire.
Fertile La Toyah Video Magazine #2: The Kinky Issue!
Prostrate probing interviews! Live action murder! Naked people! Tired death-rockers! And more! Much more!!
The Doors
Cat
The story of the famous and influential 1960s rock band and its lead singer and composer, Jim Morrison.
Hard 'N Heavy Volume 12
Himself
Video magazine with interviews and video clips. Featured on this volume is: The Doors, Lemmy, David Lee Roth, David Coverdale, Billy Idol, Rob Halford, Great White, L.A. Guns, Lizzy Borden, Sepultura, Hanoi Rocks, Heaven's Edge, Jane's Addiction, Death Angel and Guns N' Roses.
Billy Idol: Live in Wembley Arena 1990
Vocal, Songwriter
Billy Idol, recorded live at London's Wembley Arena, on December 22nd 1990, during the Charmed Life tour. Charmed Life was released in 1990, and a video for the single "Cradle of Love" had to be shot. Since he, Idol, was unable to walk, he was shot from the waist up. Against his doctors' advice, he also managed to make appearances to promote Charmed Life.
The Who Live, Featuring the Rock Opera Tommy
This live rendition of The Who’s full-blown rock opera about a deaf, dumb, and blind boy was performed live in 1989 at The Universal Amphitheatre in Los Angeles, with special guests Elton John, Phil Collins, Billy Idol, Patti LaBelle, and Steve Winwood.
Billy Idol - VITAL IDOL
Here at last-VITAL IDOL-the long-awaited debut collection of some of the most popular videos of the MTV generation! He was born for video-he's Billy Idol. Grammy Award-winner and multi-platinum superstar with a talent that no one can sneer at! He gives fans thrills, he gives parents chills, and VITAL IDOL displays his skills with nine exciting trips into his dynamic musical world. Get "shocked" by Dancing with Myself; attend a wild White Wedding; let out a Rebel Yell; crack a Whiplash Smile watching Don't Need A Gun and much more! VITAL IDOL-unleashes the best of his all-time hits in this one definitive collection.
D.O.A.
Himself
Documentary chronicaling the rise and fall of the punk movement with rare interview footage of Sid Vicious and Nancy Spungen. Also concert and news footage.
The Punk Rock Movie
Himself
Documentary on the London punk-rock scene, circa '78
The Who: Tommy and Quadrophenia Live - Quadrophenia
Billy Idol
The Who: Tommy and Quadrophenia Live - Tommy
Billy Idol
Dreadtown: The Steel Pulse Story
Self
They have raged on for forty years, cutting a swath across continents and lighting the fuse of revolutionary thought. From the pressure-cooker ghettos of England to the mighty gates of 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue, one band has forged an enduring legacy. This is their story.