I think the show he did two years ago at the House of Blues was better
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That face, that name, that sneer. Rock icon BILLY IDOL, known for a plethora of hit singles including “Rebel Yell,” “White Wedding,” “Dancing With Myself” “Eyes Without A Face” and many more, returns this summer to perform at The Outer Fields, Western Springs on Sunday, January 19.
Sharing the stage for an epic Sunday afternoon and evening of live music are seminal New Zealand artists Stellar* and Elemeno P.
Artisanal beers, wines and great food, as well as fun attractions, will add to the festival ambience of the day. The event is GA/All ages so bring the family and settle in for a late Summer’s Sunday of great entertainment.
An early architect of punk rock's sound, style, and fury, Billy Idol remains to this day a true rock 'n' roll icon. From punk pioneer to global superstar, Billy Idol has left an indelible mark in popular music and remained a household name for over three decades. His style, music, and attitude have transcended time and trend. Born in 1955 in Stanmore, North London, Idol spent several formative years living on Long Island, NY as a child before returning to the UK and emerging as a central figure of the British punk movement. As part of the infamous Bromley Contingent and a fan of the Sex Pistols, Idol was inspired to front the pioneering British punk band Generation X from 1976 until the band’s split in 1981. Determined to break through in America, Billy Idol hooked up with guitar genius Steve Stevens and a crucial musical partnership was forged.
Idol’s lip-curling sneer and fist-pumping persona vaulted him into the mainstream as one of MTV’s first megastars, making him one of the most recognisable faces in pop music, while selling out arenas everywhere he played. He has sold 40 million albums while scoring numerous platinum albums worldwide, nine top forty singles in the US and 10 in the UK. Hit singles include ‘Dancing With Myself’, ‘Hot In The City’, ‘Eyes Without A Face’, ‘Rebel Yell’, ‘Mony Mony’, and arguably Idol’s most famed song ‘White Wedding’.
Legendary four-piece band Stellar*, fronted by the dynamic singer/songwriter/guitarist Boh Runga, are Sony New Zealand’s highest selling Kiwi band. Dominating the airwaves and charts throughout the early 2000’s Stellar* boast three Top 10 albums, 9 Vodafone New Zealand Music Awards and a legion of fans throughout the country.
Known for their pulsating live performances, Stellar* return in 2020 to perform a series of special shows to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the release of their 5 star debut album MIX. That album sold 80,000 copies (5 x Platinum) and generated five top 20 singles – ‘Part Of Me’, ‘Violent’, ‘Undone’, ‘Every Girl’ and ‘What You Do (Bastard)’ – all massive radio singles and indelibly etched in the Kiwi music landscape. Expect a dynamic set featuring MIX in full, more hits, plus their killer version of Sharon O’Neill’s ‘Maxine’ – which took the 2017 Vodafone NZ Music Awards by storm.
In the early 2000’s Elemeno P erupted onto the New Zealand rock scene, seemingly from out of nowhere. A four-piece with straight-arrow, energetic, power-pop anthems. A succession of massive hits such as ‘Verona’, ‘Every Day’s A Saturday’, ‘Fast Times in Tahoe’ and ’11.57’ followed.
Equipped with a fun-loving attitude, Elemeno P soon became household favourites across the nation, releasing a trifecta of top tier albums in the space of six years.
The band’s debut album ‘Love & Disrespect’ was released in 2003, reaching number #1 on the New Zealand album charts and went on to sell triple platinum. Two more albums would follow, selling Platinum and Gold respectively and leading to the band taking home Best Group at the New Zealand Music Awards in 2008. Elemeno P make a welcome return to the stage in January 2020.
Rating: 4 out of 5by rw52 on 8/15/10Hollywood Palladium - Hollywood Rating: 5 out of 5by Edzzter on 8/15/10Hollywood Palladium - Hollywood Was another Billy Idol Extraveganza!! Billy and the boys were amazing and the crowd was totally into it... Go see Billy!!
Rating: 5 out of 5 A Friend wanted to go .......
by 1tiny1 on 8/14/10The Tulalip Amphitheatre - TulalipHis first show back in the USA after a European Tour. Outdoors on a beautiful night north of Seattle. YEA he just kicked. That was a night to remember !!!!!!! Traffic nightmare was well worth it. Without the Spiked hair yet he just kicked it. 54 what, as he flew around the stage. Sure I didn't know all the songs but it was AWESOME
Rating: 4 out of 5 Billy rocked, but......
by Mendocino on 8/13/10Grand Sierra Resort and Casino - RenoTHE GOOD: Billy Idol rocked the house, Steve Stevens is amazing, during one solo he was strumming so fast- his hand looked blurry ! The "ultra cool" bass player gave my son his pick! THE VENUE: Pleasant! Pretty inside, professional staff. BIG GRIPE: Standing stage left, the speakers were hung so high that Billy's vocals were almost impossible to hear, except when SS played acoustic!
Rating: 5 out of 5 Billy Idol Rocked Reno!
by jdktigger on 8/10/10Grand Sierra Resort and Casino - RenoWe seen Billy this weekend and he rocked, played for 2 hours!!!
Rating: 5 out of 5 Billy rocks!
by Farm73 on 8/10/10Grand Sierra Resort and Casino - RenoBilly and his band ROCKED! high energy Billy sounded excellent. Lead guitar amazing. Loved how Billy interacted with the crowd. Threw souvenirs out and acted the part of Billy Idol.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Fantastic show...Don't miss the encore.
by melon473 on 8/9/10Grand Sierra Resort and Casino - RenoGreat time as always at a Billy Idol concert. Ageless. Rebel Yell and Mony Mony encore. On your feet and dancing the night away.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Billy Idol was awesome!!!
by catlovr68 on 8/9/10Grand Sierra Resort and Casino - RenoThis show was sold out; the venue amazing and Billy Idol rocked the house!!!
Rating: 5 out of 5by Anonymous on 8/9/10Grand Sierra Resort and Casino - Reno This was one of the best performances I've ever been to, and one of the best in a lifetime. I came home to check out the rest of the tour dates to see if it would be feasible to go again.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Billy Idol Rocks!
by connie172 on 8/9/10Grand Sierra Resort and Casino - RenoWe had a blast at the Billy Idol show in Reno! Billy puts on a great show!! His voice sounded great! He played all his hits and his band sounded great! I would see him again..........
Rating: 5 out of 5 Another Great performance from Billy Idol
by MetallicaGod on 8/9/10Grand Sierra Resort and Casino - RenoThis is the 2nd time we've seen Billy and the band at Grand Sierra and the venue is excellent. There is seating available if you want to chill out and watch, or you can stand down the front mere inches away from the band. Billy may be in his 50's now but he can still rock with the best and the band is mental. Steve Stevens on lead gave a phenomenal performance. They played most of the expected hits, White Wedding, Rebel Yell etc. and played for close to 2 hours. Highly recommend people go see Billy Idol one of the best shows at a decent price.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Billy rocked the house!!!
by hachacha on 8/9/10Grand Sierra Resort and Casino - RenoIncredible, Phenominal, and absolutly entertaining and Fun!!!
Rating: 5 out of 5 billy was just as good as 20 years ago.
by alecbaldwin777 on 8/9/10Grand Sierra Resort and Casino - Renoawesome show. most fan were too old to rock out. Too bad.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Billy Idol is incredible!
by Tinaa on 8/9/10Grand Sierra Resort - RenoExcellent, impressive show! It's clear he's focused on giving the audience the very best that he has -- he's energetic, engaging, and his voice still sounds great. The band, especially lead guitar Steve Stevens, is nothing short of riveting. If you enjoy Billy Idol's music, I definitely recommend going to the show. Even if you've never been an Idol fan, this show just might make you one.
Rating: 4 out of 5 Idol Rocks!
by BassPlayinShawn on 8/9/10Grand Sierra Resort and Casino - RenoFirst time ever seeing Billy Idol and I had a great time. Can't believe he's 55 and still rockin it. If he comes back to Reno, I'll definitely go see him again.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Billy idol was an awesome concert!
by Sheeer on 8/9/10Grand Sierra Resort and Casino - RenoBilly idol gave a great performance! He is a great showman and very entertaining!
Rating: 5 out of 5 Billy Idol Rocks!
by Petaluma2003 on 8/9/10Grand Sierra Resort and Casino - RenoThis was the BEST concert! Billy and the whole band rocked my world! I could go over and over again! What a chance of a life time!
Rating: 5 out of 5 Idol Rocks
by DACKick on 8/9/10Grand Sierra Resort and Casino - RenoHe was amazing. The band really rocked. The lead guitar was amazing.
Rating: 5 out of 5by Anonymous on 8/8/10The Tulalip Amphitheatre - Tulalip excellent show, saw him 20+ years ago and he hasn't lost a thing. Great guitar, played all the good stuff, he looks great for a 55 year old guy. Highly recommend
Rating: 5 out of 5 20 years later and the guy just keeps rockin'
by 3rderd on 8/7/10The Tulalip Amphitheatre - TulalipSaw Idol the first time 20 years ago in Seattle. This time around at the Tulalip Amphitheater was excellent because it was a small group outdoors and the setting was great with the beer gardens open throughout the show. Billy and his crew totally lit up the stage and the sound was as good or better than I remember last time I saw him. The tickets were worth every bit of the cost! My wife and I will definitely catch him again next time he comes through Washington.