Artist: Generation X
Genre: Punk Rock
Generation X was a British punk rock band formed in London in 1976, fronted by Billy Idol with guitarist Tony James. The band emerged from the initial wave of British punk but distinguished themselves with a more melodic, accessible approach that incorporated pop sensibilities and glam rock influences. Their hits included 'Ready Steady Go,' 'King Rocker,' and 'Valley of the Dolls,' which showcased their ability to write catchy punk-pop anthems. Unlike many of their punk contemporaries, Generation X embraced a more polished production and commercial appeal. The band released three albums before disbanding in 1981, after which Billy Idol launched his highly successful solo career. Generation X's fusion of punk energy with pop hooks influenced the development of power pop and new wave, making them an important bridge between punk and mainstream rock.
Generation X vinyl records (15)
GENERATION X Valley Of The Dolls (1979 UK limited edition 7 single pressed on Brown Marbled Vinyl also including Shakin All Over. Housed in a fully laminated picture sleeve the sleeve & vinyl remain inExcellent condition CHS2310) Track Listing: 1. Valley Of The Dolls 2. Shakin All Over
£17.00 used
GENERATION X Ready Steady Go (1978 UK blue injection moulded 7 vinyl single also including No No No housed in a card picutre sleeve CHS2207) Track Listing: 1. Ready Steady Go 2. No No No
£12.00 used
GENERATION X King Rocker (1979 UK limited edition 7 single pressed on Neon Pink Vinyl also including a live cover version of John Lennons Gimme Some Truth recorded for the John Peel Show on the 12th July1977. The vinyl remains in excellent condition issued in the Tony James picture sleeve CHSA2261) Track Listing: 1
£28.00 used
GENERATION X Your Generation (1977 UK green injection moulded 7 vinyl single also including Day By Day glossy card picture sleeve. The sleeve has some ringwear to the back with the vinyl in Excellent condition CHS2165) Track Listing: 1. Your Generation 2. Day By Day
£17.00 used
GENERATION X Ready Steady Go (1978 UK wide centred injection moulded jukebox vinyl 7 also includes No No No plain die-cut paper sleeve CHS2207) Track Listing: 1. Ready Steady Go 2. No No No
£9.00 used
GENERATION X King Rocker (1979 UK injection moulded 7 vinyl single also includes their cover version of John Lennoons Gimme Some Truth. Issued in a Chrysalis company die-cut paper sleeve the vinyl appears in excellent conndition CHS2261) Track Listing: 1. King Rocker 2. Gimme Some Truth
£7.99 used
GENERATION X Your Generation (1977 UK injection moulded 7 vinyl single also including Day By Day Chrysalis company die cut paper sleeve CHS2165)
£9.00 used
GENERATION X King Rocker (1979 UK solid centre 7 vinyl single also including a BBC Session version of John Lennons Gimme Some Truth. The vinyl comes issued in its original picture sleeve CHS2261)
£14.00 used
GENERATION X Generation X (Debut 1978 UK 11-track vinyl LP including One Hundred Punks Ready Steady Go & Day By Day housed in the original top opening picture sleeve. The sleeve has some wear to the edges whilst the vinyl shows just a few surface marks and light signs of play CHR1169) Track Listing: A1
£28.00 used
GENERATION X King Rocker (1979 UK 7 vinyl single with solid centre also including Gimme Some Truth Chrysalis plain die cut paper sleeve CHS2261) Track Listing: 1. King Rocker 2. Gimme Some Truth
£7.99 used