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Public Image Ltd (PiL) announce the release of their 10th studio album 'What The World Needs Now...' on 4th September 2015. The 11-track album follows the huge critical success of 2012's 'This is PiL', the band's first album in 17 years.

Album opener and lead single 'Double Trouble' sees the band launching into a statement of intent that will be released on 21st August. The 10" vinyl version will be backed by 'Bettie Page' and also come with additional nonalbum bonus track 'Turkey Tits'.

Commenting on the new album, John Lydon says, "Buy now while stocks last."

Widely regarded as one of the most innovative and influential bands of all time, PiL's music and vision earned them 5 UK Top 20 singles and 5 UK Top 20 albums. With a shifting line-up and unique sound, John Lydon guided the band from their debut album 'First Issue' in 1978 through to 1992's 'That What Is Not'. After a 17 year hiatus, Lydon reactivated PiL in 2009 by taking them back on the road worldwide.

Last year the band returned to Steve Winwood's Wincraft studio in the Cotswolds' to record the new album.
Released on 4th September, 'What The World Needs Now...' precedes the start of their 23-date UK/Europe tour, which kicks off in Glasgow on 18th September and follows on from last year's one-off sold-out show at London's Indigo at the 02. The UK/Europe tour will be followed by North America dates. UK/Europe Dates below. Tickets go on general sale at 9am Thursday 21st May. Preceded by pre-sale at 9am on Tuesday 19th and Wednesday 20th May. See www.PiLofficial.com for ticket links.

'What The World Needs Now...' is self-funded by PiL and will be released on PiL's own label 'PiL Official' via Cargo UK Distribution.

Public Image Ltd are:

John Lydon - After fronting the Sex Pistols, John Lydon formed Public Image Ltd in 1978. Outside of PiL John has released several solo records and collaborations. He also brings quality TV to the masses and has recently released the autobiography 'Anger is an Energy: My Life Uncensored'.

Lu Edmonds - Multi instrumentalist and former guitarist in The Damned, Lu joined PiL in 1986 recording and playing on the album 'Happy?' and co-writing the album '9', adding yet another dimension to the PiL sound.

Bruce Smith - Drummer in The Pop Group and formerly of The Slits - Bruce became percussionist for PiL in 1986 playing and recording on the albums 'Happy?' and '9'. Seen as a drumming virtuoso, Bruce brought his unique style into the fold.

Scott Firth - A bass player / multi instrumentalist that has collaborated and played with a variety of top musicians and bands including Steve Winwood, John Martyn and Elvis Costello.

Public Image Ltd

18 Aug, 2018
Public Image Ltd.: At Open House Bangor

Public Image Ltd. will play at Open House Bangor on Saturday 25th August, 2018.

www.openhousebangor.com
23 Jul, 2018
Bingley Music Live 2018

The Bingley Music Live festival takes place in Myrtle Park, Bingley from 31st August to 2nd September, and features a whole host of Primary Talent International artists, including the Sunday night headliner Noel Gallagher.

Friday 31st August
...The Sherlocks
...Pale Waves
...The Night Cafe
...Jordan Allen
Saturday 1st September
...Public Image Ltd
...Rat Boy
...Spector
...Spring King
...Bad Sounds
...TOUTS
...Brand New Friend
Sunday 2nd September
...Noel Gallagher's High Flying Birds (Headliner)
...Ride
...Neon Waltz
...Nerina Pallot
...RedFaces
...Rosborough
...Bryde

www.bingleymusiclive.com
19 Jul, 2018
Public Image Ltd.: Guardian 'Album Of The Week'

P.I.L's new boxed set 'The Public Image Is Rotten (Songs From The Heart)' is The Guardian's 'Album Of The Week'.

www.theguardian.com/music/2018/jul/19/pil-the-public-image-is-rotten-songs-from-the-heart-review-john-lydon
29 May, 2018
Public Image Ltd.: New Multi-Disc Box Set

Public Image Ltd. will release their new multi-disc box set, entitled 'The Public Image Is Rotten (Songs From The Heart)' on 20th July. It comes as a 5 x CD & 2 x DVD, 6 x vinyl lps or digital downloads and includes singles, b-sides, rarities, radio sessions & live shows.

www.udiscovermusic.com/news/pil-box-set-public-image-rotten
08 May, 2018
Public Image Ltd.: 100 Club, London

Public Image Ltd. will play the 100 Club in London on 20th June, and is SOLD OUT!.
A limited amount of tickets are still available, via the competition at the link below.

www.fredperry.com/subculture/article-pil
27 Apr, 2018
Bingley Music Live 2018

The Bingley Music Live festival takes place from 31st August to 2nd September. Noel Gallagher's High Flying Birds will headline, and many other Primary Talent International artists will participate.

...Noel Gallagher's High Flying Birds (Headline)
...Ride
...Public Image Ltd.
...Rat Boy
...The Sherlocks
...Spector
...Spring King
...Nerina Pallot
...The Night Cafe
...Jordan Allen
...RedFaces
...Bad Sounds
...TOUTS
...Rosborough
...Bryde

www.bingleymusiclive.com
26 Apr, 2018
Camden Rocks 2018

The Camden Rocks festival takes place at 20 venues in the London borough on 2nd June, and features over 200 artists including:

...Maximo Park
...Public Image Ltd.
...Twin Atlantic
...Saint Agnes
...Bryde
...LOOM

www.camdenrocksfestival.com
18 Apr, 2018
Public Image Ltd.: Dublin Concert Updated

Due to phenomenal demand for tickets, Public Image Ltd. have moved their show from the Tivoli Theatre to Dublin's Vicar Street. All tickets for the new venue are valid for the show which will take place on the same date on Sunday 26 August 2018.

www.pilofficial.com
12 Apr, 2018
Public Image Ltd.: Festival Vilar De Mouros, Portugal

Public Image Ltd. will play the Festival Vilar de Mouros in Portugal, on 23rd August 2018. Tickets available from the link below.

https://ticketline.sapo.pt/evento/edp-vilar-de-mouros-23372
22 Mar, 2018
Camden Rocks Festival 2018

Camden Rocks festival takes place on Saturday 2nd June, and features 200 bands over 20 stages. Including from the Primary Talent roster:

...Maximo Park
...Public Image Ltd.
...Twin Atlantic
...Saint Agnes
...LOOM

www.camdenrocksfestival.com