#49 • Billy Idol Vital Idol album

Part of 03/25 Nawiliwili (Kauai) Collaborated Personal Property Auction (timed auction by Malama Auctions & Realty)

High bid $4.00

Status: Sold

Billy Idol’s Vital Idol is a remix album released in 1985, featuring reimagined and extended versions of some of his most iconic tracks. It includes hits from his earlier career, with remixes that were tailored for dance floors, reflecting the era’s love for high-energy, club-friendly music. Key highlights of the album include: • “White Wedding (Parts 1 & 2)”: A remix that adds layers of energy to the dark, iconic anthem. • “Dancing with Myself”: A club-ready version of the Generation X classic, emphasizing its infectious rhythm. • “Rebel Yell”: An extended mix of one of Idol’s most famous songs, with intensified guitar and vocal elements. • “Flesh for Fantasy”: A sultry remix that amplifies the song’s hypnotic vibe. The album was highly successful and was re-released in 1987 as Vital Idol: Revitalized, including newer remixes and an updated version of “Mony Mony”, which became a chart-topping single. It remains a testament to Billy Idol’s ability to blend punk rock roots with a pop sensibility and dance-driven appeal.