Generation X – Generation X (E/VG) – LP, AU 1978

Generation X is an LP by Generation X from 1978 released on the Chrysalis label.

About this album

Generation X's self-titled debut is a sharp, hook-filled slice of late-1970s British punk with real pop instinct. Released in 1978, it captured Billy Idol and company at the point where raw speed, streetwise attitude and catchy songwriting met, giving the record a more melodic edge than many of its punk contemporaries. Songs such as One Hundred Punks and Ready Steady Go show how the band bridged punk energy and new wave polish, helping position Generation X as one of the most accessible groups to emerge from the scene. Its blend of rebellion and tunefulness remains a key part of its appeal.