Public Image Ltd. (PiL) is an English post-punk band formed in 1978 by vocalist John Lydon, guitarist Keith Levene, bassist Jah Wobble, and drummer Jim Walker, in the wake of Lydon's departure from the seminal punk band the Sex Pistols. Characterized by Lydon's acerbic, sneering vocals and the band's pioneering fusion of punk with dub, noise, and dance music, PiL rapidly emerged as a formidable force on the music scene, rejecting the traditional rock and roll aesthetics and embracing a more avant-garde and experimental approach. Their debut single "Public Image" cemented their reputation, while their first album, "Public Image: First Issue," challenged and expanded the boundaries of punk.

Over the years, Public Image Ltd. has undergone several lineup changes, with Lydon remaining as the sole constant member. The band's influence can be felt across a wide spectrum of music genres, from post-punk and alternative rock to electronic and experimental music. Albums like 'Metal Box' and 'Flowers of Romance' have left an indelible mark on the landscape of modern music. Recently, PiL has continued to engage audiences with an assortment of live albums and compilations, such as "Live at O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire," and ventured into the studio for new material like the album "What The World Needs Now...". Their enduring appeal was underscored with the release of "The Public Image Is Rotten (Songs From The Heart)," a comprehensive career-spanning box set that stood as a testament to the band's significant impact and evolution throughout their career.

Genres

Alternative Rock

New Romantic

New Wave

Post-punk

Punk

Uk Post-punk

Related Artists

Joy Division

Siouxsie and the Banshees

Wire

Gang Of Four

Killing Joke

The Clash

The Fall

The Damned

The Cure

New Order

Throbbing Gristle

The Stranglers

Latest Release

End Of World

Public Image Ltd.

Album - 13 Tracks - Released August 11, 2023