Billy Idol's "Rebel Yell" gained popularity on MTV, leading to a live performance music video.

Billy Idol's hit "Rebel Yell" gained popularity due to its frequent rotation on MTV. In a new video, Idol shares insights about the making of the music video. He explains that they chose a live performance video to showcase a typical Billy Idol concert and fan excitement. Idol's manager anticipated MTV's launch and believed Idol would be a good fit for the platform, which would help break the new music they were creating.

April 11, 2024
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