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Disc 01
 01. "From The Heart" 02. "One Hundred Punks" 03. "Listen" 04. "Ready steady go" 05. "Kleenex" 06. "Promises Promises" 07. "Day By Day" 08. "The invisible man" 09. "Kiss Me Deadly" 10. "Too personal" 11. "Youth, Youth, Youth"
Disc 02
01. "Your Generation" 02. "Day by day (Alternative Version)" 03. "Wild Youth" 04. "Wild dub (Version)" 05. "No No No" 06. "Trying for kicks" 07. "This heart" 08. "Ready steady go (Phil Wainman Version)" 09. "No no no (Phil Wainman Version)" 10. "Gimme Some Truth" 11. "Rock on dub" 12. "Promises Promises (Single Version)" 13. "From the heart (Winstanley Mix)" 14. "The invisible man (Winstanley Mix)" 15. "Kleenex (Winstanley Mix)" 16. "Day by day (Winstanley Mix)" 17. "One hundred punks (Winstanley Mix)" 18. "Too personal (Winstanley Mix)" 19. "Youth, youth, youth (Winstanley Mix)"
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 | | Description: | This is a deluxe edition of U.K. punk rockers Generation Xâ??s debut album from 1978. Formed in late 1976 by Billy Idol, Tony James and Derwood Andrews with Mark Laff joining in early 1977, with their first single â??Your Generationâ?? being released in the September.Their debut album â??Generation Xâ?? produced by Martin Rushent (The Stranglers, Buzzcocks, Human League), was released in February 1978. This expanded deluxe edition CD set has been newly remastered from the original production tapes and includes 11 previously unreleased recordings. CD1 contains the original UK 11 track album with CD2 including all the A and B-sides of their singles from the period, 11 previously unreleased outtakes, a single mix and several mixes made by engineer Alan Winstanley (Madness, Elvis Costello, Morrissey). This 2CD comes with an 8-Panel Digipak with O-Card and 12 page booklet. - Disc 2 track 8, 9, and 11 to 19 are previously unreleased
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8-panel digipak in o-card with enclosed 12-page booklet."Generation X" on CD brings together the raw, melodic punk energy that made the band one of the most distinctive voices of the late 1970s UK scene. Fronted by the charismatic Billy Idol, Generation X fused driving guitars, catchy hooks and a youthful sense of urgency that bridged the gap between classic punk attitude and accessible, sing-along songwriting. This CD edition offers powerful, tightly arranged tracks that capture the sound of a band standing at the turning point between underground rebellion and future mainstream breakthrough. The production emphasizes sharp riffs, punchy rhythms and memorable choruses, making it a compelling listen for both long-time fans and newcomers to the era.
At the heart of this release is the band Generation X, known for helping to shape the transition from first-wave punk into a more melodic, radio-friendly direction. With Billy Idol later achieving international solo success, the group's work has gained additional historical weight: their songs are often cited as a crucial step in the evolution of post-punk and alternative rock. The band is remembered for their charismatic stage presence, stylish image and anthemic songs that influenced many later artists who blended punk, pop and rock.
The CD is released by Chrysalis, a label with a long tradition in rock and pop music. Chrysalis became known for signing innovative, often genre-defining artists and supporting them over several creative stages of their careers. Over the years, the company helped to bring numerous influential acts to an international audience and is associated with a catalogue that has had a lasting impact on popular music. Their releases are typically characterized by solid production standards and respect for the artistic identity of their bands, which is reflected in carefully curated editions like this CD.
For collectors, this "Generation X" CD from Chrysalis is both a time capsule and a key document of punk's development. It is suitable for anyone who wants to explore the roots of Billy Idol's later success, for fans of classic UK punk and for listeners who appreciate energetic, hook-laden guitar music with attitude. As part of the Chrysalis legacy, this edition stands out as a high-quality way to (re)discover one of the pivotal bands of their era. | | | Manufacturer No.: |
506051609228 |
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