Billy Idol Albums RankedBilly Idol Albums RankedThe spiked-hair singer's records mirror his life, from sneering punk to MTV star.Michael GallucciMichael Gallucci
Why Billy Idol Cut His Teeth Playing Gay ClubsWhy Billy Idol Cut His Teeth Playing Gay ClubsSinger recalls being embraced by the scene early in his career. Corey IrwinCorey Irwin
Billy Idol Explains Punk Rock’s Use of the SwastikaBilly Idol Explains Punk Rock’s Use of the SwastikaHe recalls having to "escape from the audience" after a crowd grew enraged by the symbol. Corey IrwinCorey Irwin
Billy Idol Brings His Rebel Yell to Austin: Review and PhotosBilly Idol Brings His Rebel Yell to Austin: Review and PhotosPunk rock pinup was hot in Bat City.Bryan RolliBryan Rolli
Billy Idol Admits He’s Lucky to Have Survived the ’80sBilly Idol Admits He’s Lucky to Have Survived the ’80sSinger says he "would be dead" if he hadn’t changed his ways.Corey IrwinCorey Irwin
Billy Idol & Joan Jett TourBilly Idol & Joan Jett TourIn addition to their biggest solo hits, both stars revisited the work of their former punk rock bands. Matthew WilkeningMatthew Wilkening
Here’s What to Wear to the Billy Idol and Joan Jett 2025 TourHere’s What to Wear to the Billy Idol and Joan Jett 2025 TourHope you like leather. Allison RappAllison Rapp
Here’s When the 2025 Rock Hall of Fame Inductees Will Be RevealedHere’s When the 2025 Rock Hall of Fame Inductees Will Be RevealedPlus, a look at where each nominee stood on the last night of fan voting.Matthew WilkeningMatthew Wilkening
Listen to Billy Idol’s New Song With Avril Lavigne, ’77’Listen to Billy Idol’s New Song With Avril Lavigne, ’77’The track arrives a few days ahead of Idol's first new album in over a decade. Allison RappAllison Rapp
Billy Idol, ‘Dream Into It': Album ReviewBilly Idol, ‘Dream Into It': Album ReviewFirst album in 11 years from 'Rebel Yell' hitmaker.Michael GallucciMichael Gallucci
Metallica, Billy Joel and More at the 2025 Tribeca Film FestivalMetallica, Billy Joel and More at the 2025 Tribeca Film FestivalThere will also be documentaries about Depeche Mode, Billy Idol and Eddie Vedder.Allison RappAllison Rapp
How Billy Idol Helped Start a New Revolution in the ‘80sHow Billy Idol Helped Start a New Revolution in the ‘80sThe punk rock legend also tells UCR about his upcoming album.Matt WardlawMatt Wardlaw
Hear the First Single From Billy Idol’s New ‘Dream Into It’ AlbumHear the First Single From Billy Idol’s New ‘Dream Into It’ Album"Still Dancing" is from his upcoming autobiographical LP. Matthew WilkeningMatthew Wilkening
5 Reasons Billy Idol Should Be in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame5 Reasons Billy Idol Should Be in the Rock and Roll Hall of FameHe embodies the spirit of the genre like few others.Bryan RolliBryan Rolli
Hall of Fame Fan Vote LeadersHall of Fame Fan Vote LeadersThe leading band has close to twice as many votes as the runner-up. Matthew WilkeningMatthew Wilkening
Rock Hall of Fame 2025 NominationsRock Hall of Fame 2025 NominationsEight of this year's nominees are on the ballot for the first time. Matthew WilkeningMatthew Wilkening
Billy Idol and Joan Jett Announce 2025 TourBilly Idol and Joan Jett Announce 2025 TourThe '80s stars will team up for 30 shows this summer. Matthew WilkeningMatthew Wilkening
Why Steve Stevens Refused Offer to Join David Lee Roth’s BandWhy Steve Stevens Refused Offer to Join David Lee Roth’s BandGuitarist recalls artistic, spiritual and physical reasons for rejecting singer's approach — and reveals the next Billy Idol album will be a return to roots.Ultimate Classic Rock StaffUltimate Classic Rock Staff
Ozzy Osbourne Argues ‘Rock Icon’ Billy Idol Should Be in the HallOzzy Osbourne Argues ‘Rock Icon’ Billy Idol Should Be in the Hall"Rebel Yell" singer has been eligible since 2007. Corey IrwinCorey Irwin
Billy Idol Announces ‘Rebel Yell’ 40th-Anniversary Deluxe ReissueBilly Idol Announces ‘Rebel Yell’ 40th-Anniversary Deluxe ReissueA previously unreleased cover of Rose Royce's "Love Don't Live Here Anymore" arrives on Friday.Bryan RolliBryan Rolli