Idol moved to New York City in 1981 and became a solo artist, working with former Kiss manager Bill Aucoin. Idol’s punk-like image worked well with the glam rock style of his new partner on guitar, Steve Stevens . Together they worked with bassist Phil Feit and drummer Gregg Gerson. Idol’s solo career began with the Chrysalis Records EP titled Don’t Stop in 1981, which included the Generation X song ” Dancing with Myself “, originally recorded for their last album Kiss Me Deadly , and a cover of Tommy James and the Shondells ‘ song ” Mony Mony “. Idol’s debut solo album Billy Idol was released in July 1982. The album debuted at number 45 on the Billboard 200 and number 5 in New Zealand .
Moved to New York City
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