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John Lydon To Be Honoured For Music Career
Punk legend John Lydon is to be feted for his contribution to music at the upcoming Bmi London Awards in October (13).The former Sex Pistols frontman, also known as Johnny Rotten, will follow in the...
By WENN on 18 July 2013
John Lydon Foresaw Jimmy Savile Scandal
Punk icon John Lydon was unsurprised when legendary British Tv presenter Sir Jimmy Savile was unmasked as a paedophile, because the rocker caused a storm by branding him "seedy" 35 years ago.Bbc bosses were rocked...
By WENN on 29 May 2013
John Lydon And Bobby Gillespie Heading To The Radio
Sex Pistols rocker John Lydon and Primal Scream's Bobby Gillespie are among the stars who have signed up to host a series of radio shows in Britain over the summer (13).The two musicians will be...
By WENN on 24 May 2013
John Lydon Blasts Margaret Thatcher Gloaters
Punk icon John Lydon has slammed Brits who are celebrating the death of former Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher, branding them "cowards".The controversial ex-leader died on Monday (08Apr13) after suffering a stroke, and her passing has...
By World Entertainment News Network on 11 April 2013
John Lydon Branded Rude And Sexist Over Rotten Tv Interview
Sex Pistols star John Lydon has been branded "rude" and "sexist" for yelling at a female Tv host during an interview in Australia this week (beg08Apr13).The veteran rocker appeared on The Project on Tuesday (09Apr13)...
By WENN on 10 April 2013
Ritchie Blackmore: 'I Won't Be Attending Hall Of Fame Gala If Deep Purple Get In'
Heavy rock legend Ritchie Blackmore will follow John Lydon and Axl Rose's examples if Deep Purple are chosen among the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame class of 2013 - by skipping the ceremony.The guitar...
By WENN on 24 October 2012
Sex Pistols Guitarist Wants Musical Revolution
Sex Pistols guitarist Steve Jones is calling for a new musical revolution. The 'God Save the Queen' band changed the course of musical history with their outrageous lyrics, behaviour and shock tactics in the 70s,...
By Bang Showbiz on 18 September 2012
John Lydon Praises Jailed Russian Rockers
Punk icon John Lydon has paid tribute to jailed Russian rockers Pussy Riot, hailing them as "incredibly brave" for standing up to the country's president Vladimir Putin.Three members of the feminist group - Nadezhda Tolokonnikova,...
By WENN on 29 August 2012
John Lydon Allowed Songs To Feature In Olympics Due To Nhs
John Lydon allowed the Sex Pistols' music to be included in the Olympic Games opening ceremony because it represented the NHS.The punk band had a hit with 'God Save The Queen' - which was hugely...
By Bang Showbiz on 29 August 2012
John Lydon To Undergo Dental Surgery
Punk icon John Lydon is to undergo dental surgery amid fears his rotten teeth could kill him.The Sex Pistols frontman was nicknamed Johnny Rotten in his 1970s heyday because of his crumbling molars, but he...
By WENN on 26 July 2012
John Lydon Argues For Legalisation Of Drugs On Tv
Punk icon John Lydon proved he still had an anarchic streak after arguing with British politicians about legalising drugs during a U.K. TV debate.The former Sex Pistols rebel took a seat on the panel of...
By WENN on 06 July 2012
John Lydon To Battle Louise Mensch And Company On 'Question Time'
John Lydon will be appearing on Bbc One current affairs program 'Question Time' this evening (July 5, 2012), the ever-outspoken elder statesmen of punk being given his biggest opportunity on TV in years to get...
By WENN on 05 July 2012
Sex Pistols Star John Lydon To Appear On Question Time
John Lydon will appear on 'Question Time' tonight (05.07.12). The former Sex Pistols rocker will join former Home Secretary Alan Johnson, Tory MP Louise Mensch and journalist Dominic Lawson on the panel of the BBC...
By Bang Showbiz on 05 July 2012
John Lydon: 'I Was Too Busy Playing Daddy To Reform Pil'
Punk icon John Lydon was too busy playing dad to late stepdaughter Ari Up's twins to revive Public Image Ltd. prior to last year (11), insisting he took his role as a father figure very...
By World Entertainment News Network on 15 June 2012
John Lydon Sickened By U.k. Riots, State Of The Nation
Former Sex Pistols star John Lydon insists U.K. officials only have themselves to blame for the riots that erupted in major cities across Britain last summer (11) - because they shut down all the places...
By WENN on 07 June 2012
John Lydon Defends Butter Adverts
Punk legend John Lydon has defended his decision to appear in a much-maligned U.K. advert for butter, insisting he was proud to boost the image of a British brand.The former Sex Pistols frontman stunned fans...
By WENN on 18 May 2012
John Lydon Loves Watching Old Sex Pistols Footage
Watching old footage of the Sex Pistols sends a shiver up John Lydon's spine. The former frontman of the punk rock band - who quit in 1978 to found a new group, Public Image Ltd...
By Bang Showbiz on 30 April 2012
John Lydon Slams Simon Cowell
John Lydon thinks Simon Cowell is ''really bad news'' for music. The Sex Pistols frontman finds the music mogul ''hilarious to watch'' while judging on TV talent shows, but he believes the 'X Factor' boss...
By Bang Showbiz on 28 April 2012
John Lydon Blames Managers For Partial Pil Reunion
Rocker John Lydon has blamed his former bandmate Jah Wobble's management team for scuppering a full Public Image Ltd. reunion.Former Sex Pistols star Lydon announced in 2009 he was putting PiL back together after a...
By WENN on 26 April 2012
John Lydon Slams Olympics
John Lydon has slammed the London Olympics organizers for trying to ''involve'' the Sex Pistols in the Games ''without any respect''. The group's frontman is refusing to support the sporting event - which is due...
By Bang Showbiz on 26 April 2012
John Lydon Calls For Smoking Ban Review
Rocker John Lydon is urging British Prime Minister David Cameron to overturn the U.K.'s smoking ban, insisting it's a "ludicrous" law.Legislation prohibiting tobacco smoking in public buildings was introduced in 2007, but the punk icon...
By WENN on 25 April 2012
John Lydon Snubs Olympics
Punk icon John Lydon turned down an offer for his band Sex Pistols to take part in the London Olympics celebrations, branding the event a waste of money and accusing organisers of trying to hijack...
By WENN on 25 April 2012
John Lydon Wants 'No Part' In Sex Pistols Reissue
John Lydon has distanced himself from the reissue of The Sex Pistols' anti-monarchist song 'God Save the Queen'.The group's frontman believes rereleasing the track in time for Britain's Queen Elizabeth Diamond Jubilee ''undermines'' what they...
By Bang Showbiz on 18 April 2012
John Lydon Wants 'No Part' Of God Save The Queen Campaign
Sex Pistols frontman John Lydon wants "no part" of the fan campaign to push the band's God Save The Queen re-release to the top of the charts, insisting the group never cared about pop success.The...
By WENN on 17 April 2012
John Lydon Turned Cops On Branson During Boat Raid
Punk icon John Lydon escaped arrest during the Sex Pistols' infamous gig on a boat in 1977 - by telling cops music mogul Richard Branson was the band's frontman.The controversial group performed a show on...
By WENN on 29 February 2012
John Lydon 'Threatens Lawsuit' Over Pil Album
Punk icon John Lydon has reportedly threatened to launch legal action against his former Public Image Ltd. bandmate Jah Wobble over the rights to their album Metal Box.Wobble and his fellow ex-PiL star Keith Levene...
By WENN on 31 January 2012
John Lydon Attacks Tv Talent Shows
Punk icon John Lydon has blamed TV talent shows for the fact his reunited Public Image Ltd. have yet to find a record label.The sneering former Sex Pistols singer has taken aim at hit shows...
By WENN on 05 January 2012
Rock Legends Feted At Mojo Awards
Rock legends Ringo Starr, John Lydon and Brian Wilson were honoured at the 2011 Mojo Awards in London on Thursday night (21Jul11).The Beatles legend was the main attraction at the magazine's annual prizegiving, as he...
By WENN on 22 July 2011
Isle Of Wight Festival Tent Marred By Problems
One of the stages at Britain's Isle of Wight festival was marred by problems over the weekend (10-12Jun11), with John Lydon complaining about sound issues during his set and overcrowding temporarily halting Chase And Status'...
By WENN on 13 June 2011
John Lydon Suffers Speech Problems After Surgery
Punk icon John Lydon has developed a speech impediment after having surgery to his mouth to repair his rotting teeth.The Sex Pistols frontman - famously nicknamed Johnny Rotten in his 1970s heyday because of his...
By WENN on 07 June 2011
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