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Pat Francis (Rock Solid) joins Nick to discuss the legendary career of Billy Idol. We discuss Idol's partnership with guitarist and songwriter Steve Stevens, his status as an MTV icon, his truckload of hit singles, and his current nomination for induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame's 2025 class.
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