Release Athens 2027 is bringing another enduring star of the international music scene to Greece. Billy Idol, frontman of the legendary band Generation X, will perform a major concert on 6 July at the Markopoulo Complex, the festival’s new venue.

For almost five decades, Billy Idol has been one of the most distinctive figures in contemporary music. Between 1977 and 1981, as the charismatic frontman of Generation X, he released three albums that left their mark on the first wave of British punk.

In 1982, he launched his solo career, accompanied by guitarist Steve Stevens. Together, they developed a sound that combined the raw energy of punk with the rebellious and irresistible appeal of rock’n’roll, producing a string of songs that defined an era. These included “Dancing with Myself”, “White Wedding”, “Rebel Yell”, “Eyes Without a Face”, “Flesh for Fantasy”, “Cradle of Love” and “Hot in the City”, as well as several covers that he made unmistakably his own, such as “Mony Mony” and “To Be a Lover”.

His distinctive appearance and explosive stage presence, combined with his music videos on MTV, played a decisive role in establishing him as one of the most iconic figures of the 1980s.

Having maintained a consistent presence on stage over the years, he also returned to recording in 2025 with Dream Into It, his first full-length album of new material in 11 years, which was warmly received by audiences and music critics alike. In 2026, this was followed by Billy Idol Should Be Dead, a documentary charting his life and turbulent career.

On 14 November 2026, Billy Idol is set to be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame alongside Steve Stevens. The honour recognises his enormous influence on music over recent decades and marks another significant milestone in a career that continues to make its own history.

Tickets go on sale on Saturday, 14 November, at 12 noon [HERE].