80s Legend Told Rookie to Go Home & Work Up Solo.. Next Day Blew Roof off Studio | Professor Of Rock

[@ProfessorofRock]

Poll: What is you pick for the greatest guitar solo of the 80s?

[@RBS_]

.....WELL, I might was well "JUMP", with the OBVIOUS answer! ...ha-HAAA!!

[@DC8091]

Natural Science - Rush/Lifeson

[@ProfessorofRock]

@@RBS_ I'd go with Eddie too but I'd choose his solo in Dreams

[@ProfessorofRock]

@@DC8091 Good call there.

[@Kenboslice3]

Soooooo many options, and honestly none would be wrong! The one that always stood out to me was Randy Rhoads solo on "Mr. Crowley". Ridiculously technical, and the emotions he can pull out of that flying v were second to none. RIP Randy

[@dudejrryan]

Love how Steve gives credit where it's due,and won't take credit for some one else's work & contributions. He's a Fantastic guitarist & humble man

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

He’s wonderful.

[@leoborganelli3558]

You’re right. He is so dang humble yet so awesome of a guitar player!

[@I_like_turtles_67]

He's very much the opposite of the late EVH.

[@crusheverything4449]

@@I_like_turtles_67 - Come on now - that’s uncalled for. Let’s let the departed rest.

[@patrick3926]

Yes🔥

[@MustangWriter]

When people ask me why I'm a Billy Idol fan I say Steve Stevens. The man is a guitar BOSS!

[@AnnieBoBannie421]

Yes!! I’ve always wondered if there would have even been a ‘Billy Idol’ without him…. They’re perfectly matched magic ♥️♥️

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

Hell yeah! He can kill it with his guitar!

[@geno9112]

The "Storytellers" performances was one of my personal favorites. It took Rebel Yell to a whole new level for me! His calm, almost nonchalant facial expressions while playing that incredible guitar solo still has me shaking my head!

[@Fiona2254]

Great partnership indeed!

[@commentfreely5443]

was that ray gun on 'this side of paradise'?

[@greghott9155]

I just retired as a biology and human anatomy teacher. Whenever we covered the muscles of the face I would show a picture of Billy Idol for muscles that allow us to sneer. Kids would say, "who's that" and I would then introduce them to Billy Idol by playing "Rebel Yell". Loved it whether they did or not.

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

Hahaha, nice! You’re so awesome 😎

[@leoborganelli3558]

That’s an awesome story !!!

[@jamesedwards2237]

That's awesome!!

[@billkeithchannel]

LOL! His signature sneer.

[@davidgut5224]

Most underrated guitarist of all time. Buried in the blur of 80’s obscurity. He’s always been a beam of light that was hidden in the fog.

[@VanillaCuckoo]

I always enjoy hearing Steve talk. He is so down-to-earth when he speaks that it's sometimes hard to remember that this man has given us such a huge amount of amazing music, with all the collaborations and his solo work. He's far from the most famous musician around, but he must be one of the most influential.

[@stevemurray2737]

Billy and Steve should be in The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

[@electricsixgirl1]

I absolutely love Steve Stevens! I feel so fortunate that I saw him and Billy on the Rebel Yell tour as a 13 yr old. I NEVER tire of this song and it will remain one of my faves from this beloved era.

[@ProfessorofRock]

That's so cool you got to see him!

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

It’s such a classic! You are so lucky to have seen both him and Billy as a younger kid!

[@DavidHosten]

I was a teenager visiting family in Ottawa Canada when I heard that Billy Idol was coming to town. He was on the Rebel Yell tour and I was lucky enough to attend my first ever rock concert with my girlfriend at the time, Linda. I'll never forget seeing Billy in my first ever concert. I'll never forget the haze of marijuana smoke and the fact that a band member passed out on stage...very stoned. The band kept playing. Great memories

[@shawntaylor3814]

I echo the love of Steve Stevens. Myself and friends got to see Billy on the Rebel Yell tour in Memphis. Great night and awesome show.

[@cozmicpfunk]

As a guitar player listening to pop radio back then, you heard Rebel Yell and knocked you out! There were no other guitar players like Steve Stevens with that combination of raw energy, massive dives and bends, scratching picks, incredible dexterity on scales and imagination on other unique techniques that had not been invented yet. He is definitely a Guitar God and what makes him so good is that he is like Alex from Rush in that he services the song and not his ego. I actually put them in the same category in that they make their songs better without dominating the sonic space and yet the incredible artistry that Stevens exhibits is nothing less than perfection. Just Love it, the interview was so good! Thanks Prof :)

[@toddwilson7895]

Steve Steven's is one of the best living guitarists around. He is a seasoned vet who still jams! One of the Great Sons of New York. It is Steve's killer guitar work on the Top Gun Anthem from back in the day. Thanks Steve and Company for the great music. Thanks Professor for another stellar production!

[@christiancasaboza8608]

Since the 80s I always wanted to see Billy Idol in a concert, finally after 40 years he is coming to Perú for the first time ever, can't wait yo see him live.

[@christianzafiroglu6705]

Some guitarists are overlooked because they are “sidemen,” or part of bands so big they become anonymous. Billy Idol has long credited Stevens as being responsible for 75 percent of the songwriting between them. He’s a dynamite showman and kills on electric and acoustic with equal flair. His solo on Rebel Yell is a true composition. You can sing it and it holds up on its own. A great touch on the instrument.

[@mjcs6399]

Steve Stevens is an incredibly underrated guitarist. I've seen him play within 15 feet, and he was just unbelievably skilled and versatile. What a great musician. [Edited to correct spelling of underrated so I can have an opinion now. Thanks, Jimmy! ;) ]

[@christianothesampler2165]

Gotta love seeing a " true instrumentalist " . Wish I was there is👴👍 Cheers

[@dantierney3301]

I remember playing that Rebel Yell LP a lot back in the early 80's. Billy and Steve's considerable talents made for some great music, and as it turns out, some great stories too! Thanks, professor, another of my very favorite bands gets showcased.

[@cl5619]

Under rated? Everyone I knew, growing up in the 80s, thought he was one of the top guitarist. I think we may not have known how great and versatile he was, unless we went to concert.

[@riproar11]

@MJ CS "under-rated guitarist" Says who?? Says you?? He created whole new ways for a guitarist to affect a song. Listen to "White Wedding" where rather than playing chords he's strumming riffs that don't follow the rhythm of the song at all, but have their own role. Then he recorded that guitar solo that WAS Top Gun. Billy Idol and Steve should have written a sequel song called, "Rock the Cradle Some More!"

[@mjcs6399]

@@cl5619 Yes, underrated. I rarely see him mentioned in top guitarist lists. I know they're kind of impossible to compile, but he really is THAT good. Also, your last point is spot on, and explains why he is underrated; the albums only show a very small subset of what he can do, and only in concert does he get featured in a way where you can really see what he can do. [Edited to correct spelling of underrated so I can have an opinion now. Thanks, Jimmy! ;) ]

[@BryansStuffYT]

Rebel Yell is one of Billy Idol's best songs. It also describes his music style very well!

[@ProfessorofRock]

Signature.

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

Agreed! Classic, no doubt.

[@Thomasmemoryscentral]

@@ProfessorofRock Hey Professor, did you check out Clean Clean by The Buggles? Should have been another crossover hit for them but musically it sounds like the prototype for the music for Rebel Yell. Could you get Jeffery Downes to interview for that?

[@scottburton9701]

"Rebel Yell" still recieves recurrent airplay on classic rock stations from coast to coast-It's a certifiable classic,that's for sure!

[@MountainMan.]

Steve gave one of the most interesting interviews you've ever had. This was awesome. He's got a ton of music knowledge and skill that's for sure!

[@ProfessorofRock]

I was pretty fortunate to do 3 hours with him.

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

He’s so great!

[@groverbaker6404]

Mr. Stevens!! Baddest man with a ray gun

[@billkeithchannel]

@@ProfessorofRock It has been a fun journey over the months to see more and more of that interview sussed out. Before coming to this channel I could have cared less about Billy Idol's guitar player. You made me care and keep my attention each video.

[@alexcampbell3032]

@@ProfessorofRock Will you put some more of the interview out?

[@davegarvey7212]

I love what he said in a previous video that they always left 32 bars in the middle of every song to come up with something new and let it breathe. Definitely added a cool left-hand turn to Rebel Yell and Eyes Without a Face. You should ask him about his soloing on the Top Gun Anthem, since we're in the middle of another Top Gun Summer, 36 years later!

[@ProfessorofRock]

We did that video about a month back. You can find it under our videos section.

[@davegarvey7212]

@@ProfessorofRock did you get to ask him about Top Gun and working with Harold Faltermeyer? Thanks for the great videos!

[@KuLaydMahn]

@@davegarvey7212 I don't know about Harold Faltermeyer but they definitely talked about Top Gun for awhile. It was basically the whole video if iirc

[@davegarvey7212]

@@KuLaydMahn I'll check it out--thanks!

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

He already did that one on May 30.

[@gregsmith7949]

Great interview. I have nothing but the utmost respect for Steve Stevens. He's definitely one of the most underrated guitarists of all time. Pure genius.

[@kimrice394]

The build-up on the song is a masterpiece. All these years later, regardless of how many times I’ve heard it, the guitar comes in and torches everything!

[@SThompsonRAMM_1203]

I love how humble and matter-of-fact Steve Stevens is in this interview. Giving credit to other artists, regarding the urban legend of playing multiple instruments on that record, is just so refreshing knowing he is talented enough with what he does to speak to only the records he played on with certain instruments. Again, what a great interview!

[@Kenboslice3]

This was one of the songs I heard as a little kid that guided me into the awesomeness of hard rock/rock n roll. All these years later this song still commands the volume to go all the way up!

[@ProfessorofRock]

No question!

[@jamesedwards2237]

This, and White Wedding. And then, the fantastic Post Cards from the Past.

[@Fiona2254]

Hell yeah

[@jasonmorgan9239]

It’s a travesty Billy isn’t in the Hall of Fame yet. He had it all: sales, hits, he was innovative and he was influential.

[@jen_alanfromchicago53]

🙄 why do people still think the RRHOF means anything or carries any weight, it definitely is no measure of an artists success or contribution to music.

[@alukuhito]

I'm with Jen. I've never understood why people care about the Hall of Fame. The whole concept is anti-rock to me. It's like this nice little place where you can safely file away certain people as official rock stars. Is that rock? Sounds more like dull suburbia where everybody basically lives the same boring life.

[@poitor5915]

i’m with them who gives a toss about any hall of fame😩

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

He needs to be inducted! He was definitely a rock pioneer!

[@crusheverything4449]

@@poitor5915 - Agreed. It’s a money grab perpetrated against music fans by elitist, eternal college boys, who think the Sex Pistols are the be all, end all. F those idiots! Twice.

[@michaelberico7141]

Rebel Yell is still one of my all time faves! Billy and Steve were so unique in style in their own right, but as a team they created an amazing album! Great interview!!

[@davidellis5141]

Man , did Rebel Yell sound great on the car radio !

[@ProfessorofRock]

So true.

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

It really did! Made me want to jump around in my seat!

[@Cmnore]

If you love Mr. Stevens' playing I VEHEMENTLY recommend that you run(don't walk!) and listen to Vince Neil's solo album Exposed. He absolutely SHREDS on that record;start to finish!

[@markgibbins4143]

He certainly does👌

[@garthok6224]

Yes, and his solo records and contributions with Levin and bozzio are spectacular

[@amostlyreasonableguy]

@@garthok6224 their instrumental stuff is fantastic and more people should hear it.

[@SoiledWig]

In high school i listened to Motley Crue and didn't really pay attention to Billy Idol, so my first informed exposure to Stevens was the Exposed album. Then of course, since then i've learned so much more about Mr. Stevens and am continually impressed. It wasn't until a concert with Deadland Ritual i saw on KZbin that i first saw how the intro to "Rebel Yell" is pulled off. i had never known it was a single guitar. In more recent years, i'll share "The Edge" with younger listeners and they're always blown away.

[@ervinrobinson6711]

I was just 19 when this song came out. Great song, Great album. Some of the best music ever was coming out around this time. Life was good.

[@naughtysmurf64]

I believe the last track on the Rebel Yell album, 'The Dead Next Door' was way ahead of its time... I wore this album out!! Steve and Billy were the ultimate team up!!

[@crs290]

Love that song! And I never hear anyone talk about or play it.

[@Fiona2254]

That album rocks! One of the most memorable concerts I’ve attended. Joan Jett opened for Billy and when he came on stage he said “how do we follow that” then the band proceeded to kick a$$! It was a baseball stadium and we danced from beginning to end, broke our chairs because we were all standing -bouncing up and down- on the seats. Awesome memories!!!

[@lisaknell1809]

The Rebel Yell album has some awesome tracks. Steve Stevens is a huge part of Billy Idol’s sound. Love them both!

[@davidospina5216]

Hello Lisa how are you doing

[@DSWeigle65]

Yeah, Steve’s a legend. I saw Idol and Stevens on that Rebel Yell Tour in 1983 with a sold out crowd of about 15000, and then again in 1987. I had never before been enveloped in such a sea of “crowd energy”... thousands of us “pumping fists” in unison. Goosebumps to this day!

[@elizabethsturdivant4986]

I've loved Billy Idol since his Generation X days and loved that he hooked up with Steve Stevens and made such awesome songs. Stevens is a very underrated player, should always be listed as one of the best ever.

[@jorejaha]

1984 we were glued to MTV all summer. It was an amazing year. I was 14 and that is the year I fell in love with music. Looking at the top 100 songs it amazes me that there was room for all those songs to be played, we knew them all. Now it seems like the selection is so limited. So much kids of today dont do that we did every day, the arcade, the mall, hiking down to the local swimming hole and sitting in front of the house with the giant speakers blowing music out of the windows into the night with no clue where our parents were or when they might be home. FREEDOM!

[@thekanemonster]

I've always loved Steve Stevens collaboration with Billy Idol. Fantastic musician!

[@thedeceiver5545]

I'll always remember when he moved out of his parent's he had an apartment near the corner of Bleecker and Broadway, and there was a 24 hour place there, and I always marveled at how even going out to get some milk for cereal at 3 am, or 10 am on a Sunday, Steve wouldn't leave the house without full rock star regalia at all times. Teased hair, sunglasses, leather pants. Amazing guy.

[@addyourname5570]

We are probably close in age but when I watch your interviews I’m taken back to being 17 years old and hearing a friend’s older brother talk about all the cool bands he’s discovered in college. The 80s was such a rich decade for music!

[@millionsofsuns]

This song is top 5 in my most favorite 80s songs ever. The interview was awesome and brought new life to it.

[@davidlaw689]

I'm by no means a Billy Idol fan , BUT this interview with Steve Stevens was very insightful and I have a better appreciation for him a muso ! Respect.

[@ProfessorofRock]

Thanks!

[@bigpun7916]

With all due respect , how can you not be a Billy Idol fan ? are your ear's broken ? His music is awesome, Give his music a second listen please .

[@davidlaw689]

@@bigpun7916 I'll pass. I'm glad that you're a fan but his music has never been my cup of tea. To each their own. Cheers

[@enigmawyoming5201]

@@bigpun7916 - I’ve never been a Billy Idol fan… but I never knew these songs I’ve heard, and loved over the years were by the same artist. Forgive me that when I hear a song on the radio while driving in heavy traffic to and from work, I don’t pull out my cell phone and Shazam the song I’m listening to!! And when I’m home with my family, I rarely get to just listen to music, but when I do, I have my own playlist to enjoy. I never get the info after hearing a song on the radio to connect the dots to Billy Idol. That said… I DO feel worthy of being a Billy Idol fan now. Many people are probably Billy Idol fans… but they don’t know it. So maybe back off the insulation how people that aren’t Billy Idol fans are idiots, Ok? A lot of people, like me, have careers and a family and not living in their parents basement keeping up with who/what they hear on the radio, even if they like it.

[@bigpun7916]

@@enigmawyoming5201 i never called anyone an idiot , and i grew up listening to Billy Idol, and i dont live in my mom's basement ..i moved out in April.

[@raythackston1960]

Played this song thousands of times live...and it was always an over the top tune live.

[@henram36]

The guy just doesn't age! He's like forever 22 or something! I remember seeing him and Billy about 15 years ago in fairly small venue. I could almost reach out and touch both of these guys. I remember Billy looking at both me and buddy, and cracking that big, devious grin and shoving a big middle finger right in our faces!

[@bonitadiablo]

Your ability to let the stars shine a little brighter longer and give us not only an education on how a song is created by the geniuses who spawned them, but to also show their personalities and passion for the music they have so generously given us with for the soundtrack of our lives is a truly a gift! I feel so blessed to have stumbled across your channel! Thank you!

[@maxcactus7]

Steve Stevens is shockingly clear thinking and well spoken for a guy who likely lived a VERY colorful, adventurous life as lead guitarist for Billy Idol. He seems smart, humble and has a great memory.

[@annedixon2528]

Man I love that song! I’m 58 and still wear my Billy Rebel Yell button on my ( now vintage) jean jacket! ;)

[@dtmelite]

I remember Billy Idol haircuts at my high school. Ahh the memories of that album and how loud the music had to be with Steve Steven’s guitar solos about to begin while listening in the car.

[@ouanlynch6404]

Man, time for a Billy Idol kick for the rest of the summer. Loved their music as a munchkin and still love it to this day.

[@RacerX888]

Best guitar player performance I ever saw in my life was the first Steve Stevens & Billy Idol at the Toronto CNE Grandstand in the 80's. Most amazing playing I ever saw and he never stood still for the entire show. Constantly jumping, dancing and spinning like a top at high speed while playing perfectly and not missing a beat. I also saw the second show a year later, but he was much more subdued onstage, I assumed it was because in the earlier concerts he was upstaging Billy Idol. Everybody was watching Steve and not Billy.

[@LYLEWOLD]

That was a great interview. I knew the music, but didn't realize how important Steve Stevens was to all of it. On top of that, he seems like a really humble, gracious guy, who's also really talented. And he killed me with that " my folk background .." LOL, totally not what I was expecting.

[@BrookGarretson]

Steve was the backbone of Bill's sound. Man could lay down some great riffs.

[@hugome778]

Very cool interview. I love how he credits so many other musicians as influence. Your added clips are great as well.

[@kirbymarchbarcena]

Really love the drumbeats,these are mostly overlooked by the listeners

[@BudandBloomWithBlossom]

This was SO GOOD. I am a big fan of Billy Idol and for years and years before this video I seriously used to wonder who came up with all of the instrumentation and HOW! It is all such GENIUS! I am very glad I was able to find out. The how of it all is a fascinating story. The music is expert level and still fresh today. I will listen to these songs now anew and with more appreciation. Thank you both SO MUCH!

[@stephenanthonythomas3533]

Yeah as a 15 year old kid hearing that guitar solo in the middle of Rebel Yell for the first time was mind blowing. It really sounded like Steve Stevens just smacked me in the face with the guitar.

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

It was so impressive.

[@Goldmember-tg9zi]

Met Steve twice. He‘s such a great and humble guy, it‘s incredible. Great to have him on!

[@justinbartarm5143]

Your a blessed Man professor, to be able to interview all these iconic rock legends must be a blast. And it obviously tells you how much they appreciate your knowledge and your show. You explain the story's behind the song's so well , love it all. Keep them coming, if your into music your show is a must watch. 10 out of 10 professor.

[@michaelwills1926]

I never knew how good Stevens was until I saw them on VH1 Storytellers back in the day which was him and Idol and an acoustic guitar. When he broke into the intro riff for Rebel and realized it was not synths or keys that made that lick work, just Stevens and an Ovation it was an enlightenment. Massive respect.

[@17Helton]

That was a great show the VH1 Storytellers with Stevens. One of my favorite episodes.

[@BrentTharp]

Duuuude. I love how you give a solid preview at the beginning, then pretty much say only what is absolutely necessary to move the interview along, letting your guest tell the story. Complete pro. Many interviewers get it wrong.

[@thoughtsbeforesleep]

I've always been impressed with Steve Stevens' ability to create these rich atmospheres with his guitar, particularly on the Rebel Yell album - one of the best albums of all time!

[@AAE-cg1il]

That was awesome. Always liked Steve and now even more. What great character…..

[@scottmactavish9716]

This was the first album (cassette) I played in my '83 VW GTi I bought in 1985. Oh, the memories of shouting out every lyric.

[@coralraeartandthings]

Here”s a memory for you. I remember going out to The Red Onion (Orange County Ca) and seeing this on the screen and dancing to this song. Then years later Im a grand mother my daughter bought a small retro record player in 2016 for her 1 year old. And the album with song on it. Keep in mind in 2016 Albums are not sold in stores everywhere. My little grandson would wake up in the morning or from a nap and point to the record player to hear this “Rebel Yell” song! Lol and we would dance like crazy. Lol great memories to this song.

[@jorgerodriguez7043]

David Drew from the hit song "Green Eyed lady" always references Tommy Price when it come for me to play drums since I'm playing drums with him in the church band that we're member's of, he admires Steve Stevens and Tommy Price and he ackowledges this in my playing as well. Loved the interview with Steve and I had the opportunity in the late 80's and early 90's of recording at Electric Lady land studio's and the vibe in there is incredible. Thanks for the interview.

[@RolandDeschain1]

Steve Stevens is so awesome. Like all of those guys I bet he has amazing stories for days.

[@javierszapari5836]

Billy was my first approach to Punk Rock in the first days of 84

[@r37464]

Steve S should have his own channel. Long live rock n roll !

[@EPortillo5000]

Rebel Yell a true himn of the 80's in 85 was just 12 years old and barelly understanding english in central america this song was blasting on the radio and you don't need to undestand it much to feel that energetic vibe and want more more more!

[@joestahl9102]

Steve Steven's is an underrated master and billy idol even today sings the way your supposed thanks for sharing this

[@misticformula1485]

The beauty of the top hits of the 80s was that no 2 top hits sounded anything alike. This interview shows that dedication to make a hit song that truly stands out. Awesome!

[@sheryljohnson5906]

Love Billy Idol and always loved Steve's guitar was amazing !

[@bethshadid2087]

Remember first time I saw Billy Idol and I was hooked. MTV played the song/video of Dancing with Myself. Rebel Yell and Eyes Without a Face...awesome 🕊️💗

[@duromusabc]

Billy’s iconic voice the way it blares with so much energy on Rebel Yell is so cool 😎

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

It’s awesome!

[@Xerxes910]

Atomic Playboys was one of my favorite albums. So many great songs. Run Across the Desert Sands is just....Wow!

[@Pepe_Von_Wojak]

I used to hear this song every now and then growing up in the 90s-early 2000s and always remembered it as a cheasy 80s song. after coming back and analyzing it as an adult, I can definitlely see why it was so popular back in the day.

[@DavidLazarus]

I've enjoyed Billy Idol since I first heard Dancing With Myself. While I came to love prog rock and new wave more than hard rock, I still enjoy Billy's music and have a "best of" that contains all of the tracks I need.

[@bigsarge2085]

more, More, MORE!

[@mizuman1687]

I was lucky enough to be 18 in 1985 and nearly all of our highschool dances ended with this wild, pumping, everbody on the floor, PRIMAL ROCK HOWLER. Thanks Stevey !!

[@RyanMonty]

Best part of this channel is the genuine enthusiasm and interest when you're talking. Keep it going, Adam!

[@goldenruletv7301]

I have been to so many concerts in my life. I saw many great bands at their peak.....but one of the greatest shows I ever saw was a free outdoor show of Billy Idol. It was after he hadn't toured for a long time and I remember telling my best friend on the way to the show that if Steve Stevens was not playing guitar that we were leaving....Well, Steve was there and they were fantastic. I was sick when I found out the next day that Billy and the guys hung around for over an hour signing autographs and taking pictures. Great memory though.

[@jeffreyaverett1800]

From a local, thanks for covering this awesome tune. In previous shows you've mentioned something that I recall being very prominent in the Salt Lake valley, the cliques that were formed depending on the music that one listened to. With the onslaught of new music being released in the late 70's into the 80's, the coterie was an identifier and a form of social posturing. There were the mods, wavers, punks, rockers and head bangers to name a few. When hearing Rebel Yell, or anything from Billy and Steve from this time, the first thing that comes to mind is the breaking up of genre barriers. Seeing Billy Idol live was mind blowing in many ways, but so fascinating to me at the time, was the bringing together of all the circles. Mixed amongst the crowd were rockers, punks and mods. Something I had not seen the likes of prior. Billy's ability to reach out and tickle the ears of almost everyone was a sort of magic. Their genre fluidity or fusion if you will, was untouched at the time, especially when music had become such a social identifier. ✌️

[@BrentTharp]

That's fascinating. And totally makes sense. I remember visiting SLC in the 1990s and seeing the kids lined up for hardcore punk and death metal shows. I hit a couple clubs playing black metal back then. That scene blew me away.

[@thebunter]

Always loved the work Steve did with Billy Idol, his own Atomic Playboys and the work on Top Gun. Would love to hear Professor do an interview with Billy Idol.

[@counterpuncher01]

I love that gentle side of Billy Idol songs like eyes without a face. And I love what Steven said about that first take. Steve Perry said the same thing. And for a singer myself i e learned there's something special about the First Take... but I think we need all those hair pulling following efforts to make us realize that.

[@jamesdickinson4186]

SteveStevens is one of my favorite all time guitarist. Love his solo work as well as his work with Billy.

[@fredacuneo5180]

I love the stories behind the songs and the unlikely and seemingly unrelated events that bring them to be. Thanks Steve! Love your playing.

[@MrMllx]

Great seeing this under rated legend getting some love. Rebel Yell still sounds amazing

[@williambenner5550]

Great story behind the making of Rebel Yell! This is my favorite Billy Idol album!

[@harmonizedigital.]

The ray gun thing is an amazing part of the story. It always helps to be eccentric when making music.

[@TheStrykerProject]

"Rebel Yell" is one of those songs that I just don't get tired of hearing. It was a favorite dance tune at school dances, too. Air guitar heaven!

[@adolfsson2705]

another talking about steve AND Billy. great!!one of the top duo all Time ...powerful song. to hear It loud..

[@Justin_Kipper]

Stevens is probably the most underrated guitar player of that era. I've always appreciated his work.

[@captainsnarky6949]

Steve Stevens is recognized and highly respected by guitar players but he doesn't get name-checked quite as much by the public at large for some reason. Truly one of the great hard rock guitarists of the last 40 years.

[@MyName-pl7zn]

Rebel Yell is electric! The lyrics, sound, beat and feel fit like a glove together. I would have never guessed it came for a whiskey I have seen Keith drinking many times. The ray gun sound effect story was cool too, I thought it was a synthesizer. Fantastic interview professor many cool facts. More More More,lol

[@ProfessorofRock]

My Name. Love your comments. You are a true music aficionado.

[@MyName-pl7zn]

@@ProfessorofRock not like you professor, I just listen you do the work. Love your channel

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

It really gets me hyped up the moment I hear it. I am yelling for more, more, more from Steve Stevens! He’s awesome!

[@MyName-pl7zn]

@@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980 high energy!

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

@@MyName-pl7zn Hi-NRG indeed!

[@warrenmccune305]

Phenomenal guitarist. Love his album Flamenco A GO GO and his work on Atomic Playboys and Vince's first album. Simply Incredible! Love the new song as well Bitter Taste

[@pedromanafaia]

I started Djing in this particular year and played various tracks from this album so many times at the club, it was much loved by all the audience. It's part of the soundtrack of my life, including "Rebel Yell"

[@finaljesus]

i love steve billy and the band this song rebel yell is awesome i love all billy idol music especially eyes without a face

[@johnshields6852]

More, more, more, you know you want to hear that. 😁

[@ProfessorofRock]

oh boy...

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

Hell yeah, I do!

[@controlZchannel]

My all-time favorite guitarist.

[@jasonktoo]

I remember being on the lake during a hot Oklahoma summer, fishing with my family and listening to this album on a walkman. I played it until the battery ran out, reading the liner notes over and over. I took me a few more years to know who Steve Stevens was, but his influence was never forgotten - followed him since.

[@paulnamana1573]

Still remember the concert vividly when Steve was right at the edge of the stage on his knees ripping it up thinking it doesn't get any better than this lol

[@gregoryknight1752]

80's were awesome Id go back if I could

[@kevinlindstrom6752]

You could make a good argument my love of rock began with Dancing with Myself, and the thoroughness of Rebel Yell immersed me in it forever.

[@duanehill4911]

Billy Idol exemplifies what was really good about 80s music. REALLY good because of Steve Stevens!

[@sporez]

Steve Stevens, what a gent. Great guitarist, great storyteller.

[@Augirl78]

You bring so much joy!! Hope you continue to get great artists to discuss their music and back stories. We’re listening/watching!!

[@ProfessorofRock]

Will do! Thanks Beverly!