Generation X, a pivotal punk rock band from London, marked the late 1970s with their influential sound and style. Formed in 1976 by Billy Idol (vocals), Tony James (bass), Bob "Derwood" Andrews (guitar), and Mark Laff (drums), the band was named after a 1965 book on British youth culture by Jane Deverson and Charles Hamblett. Their music captured the essence of teenage discontent and rebellion, aligning with the punk movement's ethos but also standing out due to their inclination towards a more melody-driven approach to punk, which eventually paved the way for the new wave.

The band's discography includes seminal albums like their self-titled debut "Generation X" (1978), followed by "Valley of the Dolls" (1979) and "Kiss Me Deadly" (1981). Over their active years, Generation X was celebrated for their exhilarating live performances and their capacity to blend the raw, anarchic energy of punk with an accessible pop sensibility. Despite internal conflicts and lineup changes, their music has endured, influencing countless bands and musicians. The reissues and remasters of their albums, such as the "2002 Remaster" versions of their initial releases and compilations like "Perfect Hits (1975-1981)," continue to bring the band's groundbreaking work to new audiences, commemorating their indelible mark on the music landscape.

Genres

Glam Punk

Punk

Related Artists

The Clash

The Damned

The Stranglers

The Jam

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The Undertones

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The Cure

Talking Heads

Billy Idol

Latest Release

Your Generation (Winstanley Mix)

Generation X

Single - Released September 27, 2019