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Charmed Life (1990) [VINYL]

Billy Idol | Format: Vinyl
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  • Vinyl
  • Number of Discs: 1
  • Label: Chrysalis
  • ASIN: B000092APZ
  • Other Editions: Audio CD  |  Audio Cassette  |  Vinyl  |  MP3 Download
  • Average Customer Review: 3.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
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BILLY IDOL Charmed Life (1990 UK 11-track vinyl LP album featuring the singles Cradle Of Love and Prodigal Blues the picture sleeve displays light signs of wear whereas the vinyl looks unplayed)

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6 of 8 people found the following review helpful
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Format:Audio CD
There really are a few great songs on this cd. Virtually everyone must remember the song "Cradle of Love". Well, perhaps they do not remember the song but virtually every bloke I have ever spoken to remembers the video! There are, however, a few other good songs on this release, including "Prodigal Blues" and "The Loveless". Some of the songs are quite mellow - think "Eyes Without a Face" and these are the ones that I like the most. Although, even for me "Cradle of Love" is by far the most memorable. The entire cd is not wonderful but there are certainly some good numbers.
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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
BILLY'S BEST 3 May 2005
By G. YEO - Published on Amazon.com
Format:Audio CD
"Charmed Life" was recorded during a bad motorcycle accident that Billy had, hence as I recall, the title.

By 1990, Billy Idol had matured into a rock artist and this album is miles away from the youth appeal of "Rebel Yell." It shows the former Gen-X punk wanting to grow his music and it works.

From a kickass version of "The Right Way" and "Prodigal Blues" (the originals) to "LA Woman" to "Endless Sleep" (the covers) - this album is well produced, well-written and will grow on you. There really isn't a bad track on this.

Steve Stevens had left the fold to pursue a solo career at this stage and Mark Younger Smith shows his guitar chops. The change of style is refreshing.

As a songwriter, Billy peaked with this one. I didn't much get into "Heroin" - his next album. This and "Rebel Yell" remain indispensable parts of Billy's collection so get it if you can.
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Another Good CD from Billy Idol. 28 April 2002
By Cindy Savidge - Published on Amazon.com
Format:Audio CD
Great CD from Billy Idol. If you are a Billy Idol fan, then this is definitely a title that you will want to add to your collection. This CD has all the heart and snarls of the previous CDs. Great job Billy! Keep on rockin'!
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Billy Idol Rules! 11 Jun 2002
By A Customer - Published on Amazon.com
Format:Audio CD
I love this CD! I bought it for "LA Woman" and "Cradle of Love", and I absolutely love all the songs. "Pumping on Steel" is a total rocker and I think that it should have been a hit. "The Loveless" is also rockin'. A message to all Billy Idol fans that don't have this recording - buy it today!
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