Billy Idol - Greatest Hits

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All of Idol's best are represented here from his first EP, Don't Stop, to his last album, Cyberpunk. This collection also contains an acoustic version of Rebel Yell recorded live in December 1993, with Steve Stevens on guitar, playing his heart out. It sounds as if not a day had passed since the original studio recording. Also included is Billy's version of Simple Minds' 80's Anthem "Don't You Forget About Me" from the move "The Breakfast Club". Again Stevens helms the guitar & the version is very faithful to the original while still distinctly "Idol". The song was written by Keith Forsey, Idol's long-time producer & was originally offered to Billy but was not recorded back in 1984/85, for reasons unknown.

All of the songs have been "24 Bid Digitally Remastered" and sound fabulous. Kudos to Capitol Records for giving this Artist the treatment he deservs. Idol helped define the 80's MTV Generation & is still a powerful force in the industry as his version of "Don't You" will attest. An album of all new material is expected by year's end & if the last track on this album is any indication we have alot to look forward to......This is an essential purchase for any Idol fan/80's Music fan-

Where Billy Idol's place in rock history will fall is hard to say, but he did have a few memorable songs from the late '80's to the early '90's. This cd basically contains every song from Idol that you would like to own. Flesh for Fantasy, White Wedding, Rebel Yell, Dancing With Myself, Mony Mony and Hot in the City represent all of the classic Idol tracks. However, to this day I still believe the best track that Billy ever laid down was Eyes Without a Face. The song works on so many levels and is such a distinct break from his normal pop formula that it envelopes the listener. Structured with an amazing bass line, a heavy guitar break and those computerized claps this song simply blows away anything else he ever produced. Anyway, this is a great way to catch up on your vital Idol and a fine addition to any rock collection. Recommended.