Name: Generation X
Brand: Generation X

Bonus disc

Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

CRVC1523

Colour

Yellow

Colour details

Discogs ID

[r26842550]

Format multiplier

Download code

Download code: No

Rough Trade Exclusive

Rough Trade Exclusive: No

Extended format

Extended format: No

Format detail

Format Music GB

Limited edition

2000

Release date

2023-04-22

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Supplier GB

Proper

Tax rate GB

Standard:20

UPC / Barcode

810098500449

Total Cap

Yellow LP

Artist

Generation X

Genre GB

Punk / Hardcore

Label GB

Chrysalis

The roots of Chrysalis stretch back to a tiny flat in West London in 1967, when former university social secretaries, Chris Wright and Terry Ellis, linked their flair for managing and booking bands to form the Ellis Wright Agency. After trying to release their bands' records via other companies, they decided to start their own label.

In 1968, they signed a licensing deal with Island Records with the proviso that if their acts achieved an agreed number of hits, they would be awarded a label of their own. Within a year, this tally was reached and Chrysalis Records was born.

Over the years, Chrysalis went through various ownership changes. In 1985, Chris Wright bought out Terry Ellis and later sold the label to EMI in 1991. EMI was then acquired by Universal Music Group in 2012 before selling the Parlophone Label Group (including Chrysalis) to Warner Music Group in 2013.

Generation X is a British punk group that was formed in 1976 by Billy Idol and Tony James in London. They disbanded in 1981, leaving behind a lasting impact on the punk music scene. With their unique sound and rebellious attitude, Generation X became an influential force in shaping the punk movement of the late 1970s. Their music continues to resonate with fans today, making them an iconic band of their time.

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Generation X were born out of the English punk era of 1976 from the ashes of the band Chelsea, and featured Billy Idol and Tony James who achieved both solo and group success throughout the decade and beyond. Recorded in one week in a converted garage with producer Martin Rushent (The Stranglers, Buzzcocks, Human League) this debut showcased the cleaner sound, with more focused vocals, with the band often cited as pioneers of the pop-punk genre. An underrated album at the time, it stands as a snapshot of the era. Breaking into the UK album top at the time, it featured the single Ready Steady Go. This RSD version is presented as 180g yellow vinyl with a bellyband to emulate the original release. 

Tracks: From the Heart / One Hundred Punks / Listen / Ready Steady Go / Kleenex / Promises Promises

Music GB