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Generation X

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Generation Xs self-titled debut record from 1978 is a bright and shiny artifact of the punk rock era that lacks any fat, slack moments, or serious politics. Its basically bubblegum punk and thats why its often written off as being too lightweight or too pop. Being bubblegum punk aint all bad though. Especially when the songs are as sharp, the performances as lively, and the sound as wiry and tough as it is here. It was the groups second crack at recording an album. The initial sessions helmed by actual bubblegum producer Phil Wainman were deemed too slick and went to Martin Rushent to try and capture more of their live sound. The album definitely does have a live, exciting sound. The rhythm section is loud and pummeling, Bob Andrews guitar is thrillingly raw, and Billy Idols sneering vocals ride on top of the noise like a cocky cowboy. Idol and bassist Tony James collaborated on the songs and t