Founded: 1978
Location: United Kingdom
Public Image Ltd (abbreviated and stylized as PiL) are an English post-punk band formed by lead vocalist John Lydon (previously known as the lead vocalist of Sex Pistols), guitarist Keith Levene (one of the original members of The Clash), bassist Jah Wobble, and drummer Jim Walker in May 1978. The group's line-up has changed frequently over the years; Lydon has been the sole constant member.
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The band lost in the qualifying round, finishing in fourth place.
“The whole thing of it is disgusting to me."
"It is dedicated to everyone going through tough times on the journey of life, with the person they care for the most."
Front man talks in radio interview
The self-described ‘honest cunt’ brands stories about his family as 'awful shit'.
It’ll be a little closer to the city now.
The post-punk pioneers are well and truly back in action.
Opening with an extended John Lydon belch, This Is PiL sees Public Image Ltd at their deranged, challenging best.