History in Five Songs Episode 354: ZZ Top and Billy Idol as Doppelgangers

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In Episode 354 of History in Five Songs with Martin Popoff, Martin compares and contrasts ZZ Top and Billy Idol as unlikely “doppelgangers,” tracing how both evolved from distinct early roots into MTV-era, dance-infused rock superstars before eventually sliding into formula and diminishing returns. ZZ Top – “Balinese” Billy Idol – “Dancing with Myself” ZZ Top – “Got Me Under Pressure” Billy Idol – “The Loveless” ZZ Top – “Piece” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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