November 14th 2022
Keith Levene RiP
Rest in Peace Keith Levene. Condolences to his family and loved ones from everyone at PiL Official.
© Maureen Baker 1982
September 15th 2022
God Save The Queen
John Lydon wishes to distance himself from any Sex Pistols activity which aims to cash in on Queen Elizabeth II's death. The musicians in the band and their management have approved a number of requests against John's wishes on the basis of the majority court-ruling agreement.
In John's view, the timing for endorsing any Sex Pistols requests for commercial gain in connection with 'God Save The Queen' in particular is tasteless and disrespectful to the Queen and her family at this moment in time.
John wrote the lyrics to this historical song, and while he has never supported the monarchy, he feels that the family deserves some respect in this difficult time, as would be expected for any other person or family when someone close to them has died.
September 9th 2022
Rest in Peace Queen Elizabeth II.
Send her victorious.
From all at johnlydon.com
July 16th 2022
I Could Be Wrong I Could Be Right - now completely SOLD OUT
Thank you for your support!
July 15th 2022
RiP Kenny The Beard.
Loyal supporter and a true friend.
Rest easy.
Your friends John, Rambo, Scotty and ALL the PiL Team.
June 9th 2022
The PiL 2022 tour range is now available on the PiL Official webstore.
Range includes PiL logo print shirts, in the same style as John has been wearing recently, and also hoodies, long-sleeve T-shirts, tour T-shirts, snoods and key-rings.
Visit the PiL Official webstore here
June 3rd 2022
Sex Pistols social media & webstore
John Lydon would like to distance himself completely from the language, tone and content that is currently being used on the majority of official Sex Pistols social media posts. These posts are being published without his consent. They do not represent him in any way. Most of it is nothing short of an embarrassment.
As are most of the new and forthcoming products on the Pistols webstore. Despite his face and likeness being used throughout John has no control over this at the moment and it seems quality control is being ignored. The rest of the band and their management are constantly outvoting him on their monopoly.
As his views no longer count he does not want to be associated with the social posts or webstore.
May 30th 2022
Special Glasgow Q&A Event
We are pleased to confirm John Lydon will be in Conversation with Billy Sloan at the Hard Rock Cafe in Glasgow on Tuesday, June 21st. The night prior to PiL playing the Glasgow 02 Academy. Tickets on sale now.
An Evening With John Lydon - Glasgow, Hard Rock Cafe, Tuesday, June 21st (on sale now)
May 10th 2022
To celebrate the start of the PiL tour this Saturday, get an exclusive 15% discount on PiL Official products via the Cargo webstore. Add PILTOUR2022 at checkout.
May 9th 2022
Disclaimer – John Lydon and FX Pistol TV Series
The Sex Pistols website and social media has now become monopolised by the other members of the band and their management. John has been told not to post anything negative about the forthcoming Pistol TV series. Effectively, the Sex Pistols are now operating and communicating without the input of the driving force behind the band, Johnny Rotten. The below disclaimer is what they objected to.
You may have seen posts on Sex Pistols Official social media about the FX Pistol TV series. To be clear John Lydon has had no involvement in this "dramatisation". He has had no involvement in the script and has had no involvement with the actor who is portraying him.
John does not support or endorse this series.
John would also like to be very clear that he completely disassociates himself from the Fuck Forever merchandise available through the official Sex Pistols online store. It has come to John's attention that the image being used is based on a real person from an old magazine cover. Out of respect for the family of that person John wants it to be known that he does not endorse or support the use of it for any Sex Pistols merchandise. However, the other band members and their manager made it clear they liked the Fuck Forever designs and proceeded against John's wishes.
may 7th 2022
Join John Lydon and director Tabbert Fiiller for an exclusive post film conversation on The Public Image is Rotten at The Regent cinema in Downtown LA on Wednesday May 11th at 6.30pm.
Full information via the Regent website
April 25th 2022
FX's Pistol
A legal letter has been sent by John's lawyers to the producers of FX's Pistol today.
The fact that the series is being described as "a dramatization" rather than "a factual documentary" does not excuse it from the prospect of being subject to scrutiny for defamation.
John will not hesitate to pursue legal action to protect his reputation.
April 13th 2022
Brix Smith, formerly of The Fall and The Extricated, has been confirmed as support for PiL on 8 UK shows this June. The all new female band also features members of My Bloody Valentine.
See Shows for all PiL 2022 dates and ticket links...
April 12th 2022
The Punk It Fest, Helsinki, Finland June 4th 2022 has been rescheduled until next year. Ticket buyers can return tickets to pre-sales outlets.
April 7th 2022
Pistol Trailer
We were originally led to believe “Pistol" was a Steve Jones story, not a Sex Pistols story. Going by the trailer it doesn't seem to be the case. John’s “likeness” is clearly being used to sell this series, a series he was not involved in, and was put together behind his back. Putting words in John's mouth and rewriting history. A middle class fantasy.
Disney have stolen the past and created a fairytale, which bears little resemblance to the truth.
It would be funny if it wasn't tragic.
March 31st 2022
The Original Recordings
Universal Music Group have announced the release of a new Sex Pistols compilation entitled 'The Original Recordings'. For the avoidance of any doubt, John Lydon has not approved this compilation and does not endorse or support it. He has not approved the artwork or tracklisting.
He and his team were not involved in producing this compilation and consider it substandard compared to previous Universal releases since 2012.
PiL Live 2022
Cruel World Festival - Brookside at the Rose Bowl, Pasadena, CA, USA, Saturday, May 14th 2022 - SOLD OUT
Cruel World Festival - Brookside at the Rose Bowl, Pasadena, CA, USA, Sunday, May 15th 2022 (on sale now)
Manchester, O2 Ritz, UK, Monday, June 6th 2022 (on sale now)
Leeds, O2 Academy, UK, Tuesday, June 7th 2022 (on sale now)
Dublin, National Stadium, Ireland, Thursday, June 9th 2022 (on sale now)
Belfast, The Limelight, UK, Friday, June 10th 2022 (on sale now)
Southampton, Engine Rooms, UK, Sunday, June 12th 2022 (on sale now)
Frome, Cheese & Grain, UK, Monday, June 13th 2022 (on sale now)
Brighton, Chalk, UK, Tuesday, June 14th 2022 (on sale now)
London, O2 Forum Kentish Town, UK, Thursday, June 16th 2022 (on sale now)
Birmingham, O2 Institute, UK, Friday, June 17th 2022 (on sale now)
Bristol, O2 Academy, UK, Saturday, June 18th 2022 (on sale now)
Norwich, UEA, UK, Monday, June 20th 2022 (on sale now)
Glasgow, O2 Academy, UK, Wednesday, June 22nd 2022 (on sale now)
Nottingham, Rock City, UK, Thursday, June 23rd 2022 (on sale now)
Sinners Day Special, Oostende, Belgium, Saturday, June 25th 2022 (on sale now)
February 2nd 2022
December 23rd 2021
New stray member joins the pack - Miss Priss
Successfully passing P Company milling with "Flying" Colours. Old school style no head-guards.
Rambo says he won't mess with this little sausage.
PS: Laura named her Miss Priss, Prissy for short, when she turned up on the doorstep when Rambo was away.
December 3rd 2021
Tickets for PiL 2022 are now on general sale. Thanks to everyone who used the pre-sale links via the mailing list.
General sale links below...
Manchester, O2 Ritz, UK, Monday, June 6th 2022 (on sale now)
Leeds, O2 Academy, UK, Tuesday, June 7th 2022 (on sale now)
Dublin, National Stadium, Ireland, Thursday, June 9th 2022 (on sale now)
Belfast, The Limelight, UK, Friday, June 10th 2022 (on sale now)
Southampton, Engine Rooms, UK, Sunday, June 12th 2022 (on sale now)
Frome, Cheese & Grain, UK, Monday, June 13th 2022 (on sale now)
Brighton, Chalk, UK, Tuesday, June 14th 2022 (on sale now)
London, O2 Forum Kentish Town, UK, Thursday, June 16th 2022 (on sale now)
Birmingham, O2 Institute, UK, Friday, June 17th 2022 (on sale now)
Bristol, O2 Academy, UK, Saturday, June 18th 2022 (on sale now)
Norwich, UEA, UK, Monday, June 20th 2022 (on sale now)
Glasgow, O2 Academy, UK, Wednesday, June 22nd 2022 (on sale now)
Nottingham, Rock City, UK, Thursday, June 23rd 2022 (on sale now)
Sinners Day Special, Oostende, Belgium, Saturday, June 25th 2022 (on sale now)
November 30th 2021
PiL June 2022
We are excited to announce PiL 2022 UK / Ireland tour dates. Pre-sale will open tomorrow, Wednesday, December 1st 10am UK; with general sale following on Friday, December3rd also at 10am UK.
Pre-sale is open exclusively to subscribers of the PiL Official / JohnLydon.com mailing list. Sign up to the mailing list here... Please sign up before pre-sales opens.
Manchester, O2 Ritz, UK, Monday, June 6th 2022 (pre-sale opens, Wednesday December 1st, 10am UK)
Leeds, O2 Academy, UK, Tuesday, June 7th 2022 (pre-sale opens, Wednesday December 1st, 10am UK)
Dublin, National Stadium, Ireland, Thursday, June 9th 2022 (pre-sale opens, Wednesday December 1st, 10am UK)
Belfast, The Limelight, UK, Friday, June 10th 2022 (pre-sale opens, Wednesday December 1st, 10am UK)
Southampton, Engine Rooms, UK, Sunday, June 12th 2022 (pre-sale opens, Wednesday December 1st, 10am UK)
Frome, Cheese & Grain, UK, Monday, June 13th 2022 (pre-sale opens, Wednesday December 1st, 10am UK)
Brighton, Chalk, UK, Tuesday, June 14th 2022 (pre-sale opens, Wednesday December 1st, 10am UK)
London, O2 Forum Kentish Town, UK, Thursday, June 16th 2022 (pre-sale opens, Wednesday December 1st, 10am UK)
Birmingham, O2 Institute, UK, Friday, June 17th 2022 (pre-sale opens, Wednesday December 1st, 10am UK)
Bristol, O2 Academy, UK, Saturday, June 18th 2022 (pre-sale opens, Wednesday December 1st, 10am UK)
Norwich, UEA, UK, Monday, June 20th 2022 (pre-sale opens, Wednesday December 1st, 10am UK)
Glasgow, O2 Academy, UK, Wednesday, June 22nd 2022 (pre-sale opens, Wednesday December 1st, 10am UK)
Nottingham, Rock City, UK, Thursday, June 23rd 2022 (pre-sale opens, Wednesday December 1st, 10am UK)
Pre-sale is open exclusively to subscribers of the PiL Official / JohnLydon.com mailing list. Sign up to the mailing list here... Please sign up before pre-sales opens.
November 12th 2021
Watch The Jester (John Lydon) perform a special unmasked version of The Soggy Bottom Boys 'Man of Constant Sorrow' not previously shown in full on Fox, The Masked Singer.
The Jester Unmasked (John Lydon) - Man of Constant Sorrow
November 11th 2021
John Lydon was unmasked last night (Nov 10th) as "The Jester" on Fox TV's The Masked Singer. John designed the outfit himself.
Watch him perform Alice Cooper's 'Schools Out' from 2 weeks ago via the shows YouTube.
November 4th 2021
The Japanese Rude Gallery PiL shirts that John & John have been wearing during the Q&A tour are available to order online via The Roadie Shop.
The full collection of shirts, t-shirts, hats, hoodies & shorts etc can be ordered here...
The Roadie Shop - PiL Rude Gallery
Please note this is a Japanese store and is the only link we have. Please try contact the store directly with any queries. We appreciate there is high currency exchange in Japan, but we only supplied these links by popular demand.
November 4th 2021
Official merchandise from the Japanese release of The Public Image is Rotten is now available to order online via Curiouscope...
Posters, hoodies, masks,
bags, t-shirts etc.
Curiouscope - The Public Image is Rotten
Please note this is a Japanese store and is the only link we have. Please try contact the store directly with any queries. We appreciate there is high currency exchange in Japan, but we only supplied these links by popular demand.
October 27th 2021
Following further mis-reportng in the media, John Lydon and his personal manager John Rambo Stevens would like to make it absolutely clear that the decision to cancel the Glasgow Pavilion show on Monday was completely outwith their control and influence. John and Rambo were not present at the venue at any point and did not speak to the venue manager or any of the staff on Monday or anytime before. And have not done so since.
The incident followed a dispute between the promoter/tour manager and the venue management; and not John’s personal manager.
We are very sorry our Scottish fans were let down by the failure to resolve this dispute and look forward to returning in 2022.
October 26th 2021
Apologies to any of our Scottish fans who had purchased tickets for the Glasgow Pavilion show last night. John Lydon and his manager John Rambo Stevens were NOT at the venue at any point.
We were informed of the cancellation at 2.48pm yesterday by the Pavilion’s management - without consultation - and the decision taken was completely outwith our control.
John is extremely disappointed and upset that the show didn’t take place - Glasgow is close to his heart and he hopes to re-unite with fans next year with PiL.
September 3rd 2021
After a year's unavoidable delay, John Lydon's UK - I Could Be Wrong, I Could Be Right - Q&A Tour starts this Tuesday September 7th, at Hastings, White Rock.
2020 tickets remain valid and will automatically be transferred across. Many venues and packages sold out, so if in doubt, don’t miss out…
Hastings, White Rock, September 7th 2021
Crawley, The Hawth, September 8th 2021
Dorking, Halls, September 9th 2021
Worthing, Pavilion Theatre, September 10th 2021
Camberley, Theatre, September 11th 2021 SOLD OUT
Kingston-Upon-Thames, Rose Theatre, September 12th 2021
Epsom, Playhouse, September 14th 2021
St Albans, Arena, September 15th 2021
Bedford, Corn Exchange, September 16th 2021
Ipswich, Corn Exchange, September 17th 2021
Bury St Edmunds, The Apex, September 18th 2021 SOLD OUT
Clacton-on-Sea, West Cliff Theatre, September 19th 2021
Port Sunlight, Gladstone Theatre, September 21st 2021 SOLD OUT
Sale, Waterside, September 22nd 2021 SOLD OUT
Lincoln, New Theatre Royal, September 23rd 2021 SOLD OUT
Bradford, St George’s Hall, September 24th 2021
Leeds, City Varieties, September 26th 2021 SOLD OUT
Bristol, St George's, September 28th 2021 SOLD OUT
Wimborne, Tivoli, September 29th 2021
Yeovil, Westlands Main Hall, September 30th 2021
Bournemouth, Pavilion, October 1st 2021
Basingstoke, The Anvil, October 3rd 2021
East Grinstead, Chequer Mead, October 4th 2021
Warrington, Parr Hall, October 6th 2021
Lytham St Anne’s, Lowther Pavilion, October 7th 2021 SOLD OUT
Burnley, Mechanics, October 8th 2021
Crewe, Lyceum, October 10th 2021
Stafford, Gatehouse, October 11th 2021 SOLD OUT
Whitley Bay, Playhouse, October 13th 2021 SOLD OUT
Huddersfield, Lawrence Batley Theatre , October 14th 2021
Northallerton, The Forum, October 15th 2021 SOLD OUT
Scarborough, Spa Theatre, October 16th 2021 SOLD OUT
Durham, Gala Theatre, October 17th 2021 SOLD OUT
Lancaster, Grand Theatre, October 18th 2021 SOLD OUT
Falkirk, FTH Theatre, October 22nd 2021
Kilmarnock, Grand Hall, October 23rd 2021
Greenock, Beacon Arts, October 24th 2021
Glasgow, Pavilion Theatre, October 25th 2021 - CANCELLED
Yarm, The PAA, October 26th 2021
Leicester, De Montfort Hall, October 29th 2021
Chesterfield, Winding Wheel, October 30th 2021
Shrewsbury, Theatre Severn, October, 31st 2021
Birmingham, Town Hall, November 1st 2021
Dudley, Town Hall, November 3rd 2021
Tewkesbury, Roses Theatre, November 4th 2021
Loughborough, Town Hall, November 5th 2021
Carmarthen, The Lyric, November 6th 2021
Cheltenham, Pittville Pump Room, November 7th 2021
Porthcawl, Grand Pavilion, November 8th 2021
Exeter, Corn Exchange, November 10th 2021 SOLD OUT
Bridgwater, McMillan Theatre, November 12th 2021 SOLD OUT
London, Union Chapel, November 13th 2021 SOLD OUT
August 31st 2021
John Lydon, Press Statement, August 31st 2021
In January this year, days before a worldwide press announcement, John Lydon was told of the proposed use of Sex Pistols recordings in a six part television series based upon a book written by Steve Jones. The project had been years in the making. Despite this, John Lydon was given just a few hours’ notice of what was to be announced.
Understandably, John, as the creative force of the Sex Pistols wanted to know how he was going to be portrayed and his musical works were going to be used to lend credibility to the series. Despite asking for details of the script or screenplay, John still does not know these details.
John Lydon did not ask for the recent proceedings. He was asked to allow the Sex Pistols works to be used without any prior consultation or involvement in the project. He took a stand on principle for what he sees as the integrity of the Sex Pistols legacy and fought for what he believed and continues to believe was right.
For more than 23 years the Sex Pistols have operated on the basis of unanimous decision making. The Disney production is the first time that the unanimous approach has been ignored.
It is disappointing that a High Court judge has decided that John Lydon is bound by an undated agreement signed in 1998, which imposes on the Sex Pistols a majority rule arrangement in place of the unanimous decision making process that has been followed for 23 years.
Looking forward, there is great uncertainty about what the majority rule approach might do to water down and distort the true history and legacy of the Sex Pistols. Time will tell.
Whatever Disney does, it is doing it without John’s involvement or creative approval. John is powerless to prevent any distortion of the true history of the Sex Pistols and whatever results will be at the wish of the majority only.
In John’s words “I am the lead singer and songwriter, front man, image, the lot, you name it. I put it there. How is that not relevant? It is dumbfounding to me. It is so destructive to what the band is and so I fear that the whole project might be extremely negative. How can anyone think that this can proceed without consulting me and deal with my personal life in this, and my issues in this, without any meaningful contact with me before the project is announced to the world. I don’t think there are even words that I can put forward to explain quite how disingenuous this is. As I said in the lyrics of The Order of Death, This is what you want, this is what you get…”
John Lydon is embarking on a nationwide Q&A theatre tour in the UK http://www.johnlydon.com/tour-dates
If you have any questions, you can put them to John direct in venues throughout the UK from September to November.
August 25th 2021
We are pleased to confirm that PiL will play the Sinners Day Special in Oostende, Belgium on Saturday, June 25th next year. See the Sinners Day website for full ticket info.
Sinners Day Special, Oostende, Belgium, Saturday, June 25th 2022
August 18th 2021
The Public Image Is Rotten had its SOLD OUT theatrical release in Japan last Saturday, August 14th at Shinjuku K's cinema.
There will be further screenings in cities such as Kyoto, Osaka, Nagoya and Fukuoka. More info to follow when confirmed.
Please check curiouscope.jp/PiLdocumentary for updates.
August 4th 2021
I Could Be Wrong, I Could Be Right Q&A Tour 2021
We're delighted to confirm John Lydon's UK Q&A tour will go ahead and that meet'n'greets are still taking place, as planned. Covid protocols will be in place, at the instruction of the tour's promoter and health and safety officials, to ensure the safety of fans, crew and all involved. Clear signage will be displayed at the venues and we look forward to welcoming people to the tour.
Please see dates below, and please note Newport, Hull, Wrexham and Glenrothes are the only shows to be cancelled.
2020 tickets remain valid and will automatically be transferred across.
If in doubt, don’t miss out…
See site for full ticket info...
johnlydon.com/tour-dates
June 25th 2021
We are pleased to confirm the Cruel World Festival, featuring PiL, has added a 2nd date for Sunday, May 15th 2022. The day after the original date.
Tickets go on sale this Wednesday, June 30th via cruelworldfest.com.
Cruel World Festival - Brookside at the Rose Bowl, Pasadena, CA, USA, Saturday May 14th 2022 - SOLD OUT
Cruel World Festival - Brookside at the Rose Bowl, Pasadena, CA, USA, Sunday May 15th 2022 (on sale now)
June 12th 2021
The Cruel World Festival, featuring PiL, has SOLD OUT. However, you can still join the waitlist for tickets via cruelworldfest.com.
Brookside at the Rose Bowl, Pasadena, CA, USA, May 14th 2022 - SOLD OUT
June 8th 2021
The Cruel World Festival, featuring PiL, originally planned for 2020 in California has been rescheduled to May 14th 2022 at Brookside at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, CA.
Sign-up now for early access to tickets. Pre-sale begins Friday, June 11th at 10am PT via cruelworldfest.com.
Brookside at the Rose Bowl, Pasadena, CA, USA, May 14th 2022
June 2nd 2021
The Public Image Is Rotten will have its theatrical release in Japan this August. The film is set to open in Tokyo on Saturday, August 14th at Shinjuku K's cinema.
It will then be followed with screenings in cities such as Kyoto, Osaka, Nagoya and Fukuoka. More info to follow when confirmed.
Please check curiouscope.jp/PiLdocumentary for updates.
February 8th 2021
Dog Day Afternoon
Rambo saved all his dogs from further injury during their dog fight. It took 20 minutes but they all gave in and Rambo won.
All doggies to make a full recovery thanks to Rambo.
January 19th 2021
John Lydon will appear on tomorrow's edition of Loose Women on ITV.
ITV, Loose Women, Wednesday, January 20th 2021 12:30pm - 1:30pm UK.
You can also watch online via ITV.com.
November 4th 2020
You can now watch John's interview on Good Morning Britain via the ITV website. The interview starts at approx 57.25 - 61.03 mins. Viewers outside the UK can also watch via this YouTube link.
ITV, Good Morning Britain, November 4th 2020 (external video, 57.25 - 61.03 mins)
YouTube link for those outside UK
November 3rd 2020
John Lydon will be interviewed live by Piers Morgan on tomorrow's Good Morning Britain show. The show starts at 6am UK.
ITV, Good Morning Britain, Wednesday, November 4th from 6am.
October 31st 2020
One year ago today…
Truly an end to an era.
Little Mammy passed away on October 31st 2019. The last of GiGi Girls.
This is a tribute to Mammy and the pack. All born November 5th 2002.
Respect to the girls and may they dance in the fields of heaven together.
The new pack will never forget the old pack - and will serve them well.
Laura & Rambo
October 27th 2020
The Public Image is Rotten is now available to stream/purchase on the following platforms from today October 27th 2020. It will also continue be available on Vimeo.
Google Play (to follow November 3rd)
Curiouscope has acquired the Japanese rights to the documentary for release in 2021. Read the full press release here...
Read the full press release here...
October 20th 2020
You can now listen to John's excellent interview on Sirius XM from last week via this link.
Sirius XM, Andrew Wilkow October 16th 2020 (external audio)
Keep an eye on the Press page for the latest interviews with John.
October 13th 2020
I Could Be Wrong, I Could Be Right is officially published this Thursday, October 15th 2020. The book is available to order now via the Away With Media website.
10,000 copies only. Strictly Limited edition hardback.
Hardback, 240 pages, 230mm x 193mm, cover artwork by John Lydon, in a clamshell box, individually numbered, hand signed, with screen printed ribbon.
I Could Be Wrong, I Could Be Right features random thoughts about the way John sees life, along with anecdotes from his unique and extraordinary career.
Beautifully designed and limited to just 10,000 numbered copies, each book includes an original signature from John Lydon.
Published on October 15 2020. This book is limited to a print run of 10,000. Once those copies are sold, it will be allowed to go out of print.
The first 5,000 are numbered 1-5000 of 5000; the next are numbered 5001 of 10000. Once those copies have been sold, the book will retired and no further copies will be printed.
Order now via Away With Media website
October 7th 2020
To tie in with the publication of John Lydon's new book, I Could Be Wrong, I Could Be Right - a new range of PiL merchandise is now available on the PiL webstore.
The range includes T-shirts, hats, metal pin badges, mugs, lithograph prints, bags & lighters.
Fans who buy I Could Be Wrong, I Could Be Right will also receive an exclusive card with the book entitling them to a 15% discount on the merchandise.
https://store.universalmusic.com/PiL
Worldwide delivery.
August 27th 2020
I Could Be Wrong, I Could Be Right book pre-order link and competition
Pre-order is now open via the Away With Media website. We also have a special pre-order competition, see below...
Pre-order now via Away With Media.
I Could Be Wrong, I Could Be Right book pre-order competition
Pre-order now to win the first book off the press, to win a free book and to win tickets to John Lydon’s spoken word tour, in Autumn 2021.
• On October 14 – One person who pre-ordered will be picked at random. They will receive a refund of their book price and will be sent the first book off the press. The book is numbered 0001 and is a unique collectors' item.
• That winner will also receive 2x VIP tickets, including meet'n'greet, to a venue of their choice, providing that venue has not already sold out.
• Ten runners up will also receive prizes, if they pre-order NOW. They will receive 2x regular tickets to any show, providing it has not already sold out.
• If any of those ten already have tickets to the show and do not wish to attend another one, the value of their book will be refunded.
Books are only available online for this competition from the artist's website, via the publisher's website, and the publisher's decision is final. No correspondence will be entered into.
Please note, the postal prices reflect the charges that we face from postal companies, both in the UK, USA and around the world, for reliable tracked services. We have explored lower cost alternatives. Those, however, do not provide tracked services. Given the high value of the signed books, it is important to guarantee delivery by using tracked services.
Published on October 15 2020. This book is limited to a print run of 10,000. Once those copies are sold, it will be allowed to go out of print.
The first 5,000 are numbered 1-5000 of 5000; the next are numbered 5001 of 10000. Once those copies have been sold, the book will retired and no further copies will be printed.
The book is available NOW as a pre-order, with worldwide publication on October 15th.
August 26th 2020
Pre-order for John Lydon's new limited edition book will open tomorrow, Thursday August 27th at 9am. The book will be on sale at next year's I Could Be Right, I Could Be Wrong Q&A tour, but is available from tomorrow via the publishers website.
I Could Be Wrong, I Could Be Right features random thoughts about the way John sees life, along with anecdotes from his unique and extraordinary career.
Beautifully designed and limited to just 10,000 numbered copies, each book includes an original signature from John Lydon.
Pre-order link will be posted tomorrow at 9am on the John Lydon / PiL websites and social media.
July 1st 2020
Both parts of John Lydon's recent Only for the Headstrong live stream are available on the PiL Official Facebook.
Part 1: 2 hours 32 mins
Part 2:
2 hours 42 mins
https://www.facebook.com/pilofficial
The stream originally went live on Sunday, June 7th. John was joined by The Public Image is Rotten executive producer & PiL manager Rambo Stevens, and the film's director Tabbert Fiiller.
The Public Image Is Rotten is available to stream or purchase on Vimeo.
June 25th 2020
After a small technical glitch, part 1 of John Lydon's recent Only for the Headstrong live stream was posted to the PiL Official Facebook on Tuesday, 23rd. Part 2 will follow, tomorrow, Friday June 26th.
Part 1: Available Now
Part 2: Friday, June 26th, 9am PT / 11am ET, USA / 5pm, BT, UK.
https://www.facebook.com/pilofficial
The Public Image Is Rotten is available to stream or purchase on Vimeo
June 18th 2020
For your dubious entertainment, John Lydon's recent Only for the Headstrong live stream will be available to view on the PiL Official Facebook from tomorrow, Friday, June 18th.
The mammoth 5 hour virtual quarantine party will be split into 2 parts. The first part will be published tomorrow, Friday, at 9am PT / 11am ET, USA / 5pm BT, UK. The 2nd part will follow on Tuesday, June 23rd at the same time.
The stream originally went live on Sunday, June 7th. John was joined by The Public Image is Rotten executive producer & PiL manager Rambo Stevens, and the film's director Tabbert Fiiller.
Part 1: Friday, June 18th, 9am PT / 11am ET, USA / 5pm, BT, UK.
Part 2: Tuesday, June 23rd, 9am PT / 11am ET, USA / 5pm, BT, UK.
https://www.facebook.com/pilofficial
The Public Image Is Rotten is available to stream or purchase on Vimeo.
June 3rd 2020
Quick reminder that John Lydon will host a virtual quarantine party this Sunday morning June 7th. Only for the headstrong! The party will start at 2am PST / 5am EST, USA / 10am BST, UK.
John will be joined by The Public Image is Rotten executive producer & PiL manager Rambo Stevens, and the film's director Tabbert Fiiller. The quarantine party will be streamed live via PiL Official Facebook.
Mr. Rotten says "Have…Una Corona Blanca… with me."
https://www.facebook.com/pilofficial
May 29th 2020
I Could Be Wrong, I Could Be Right Q&A Tour Rescheduled 2021 Dates
We're pleased to announce the rescheduled dates for John Lydon’s Q&A Tour: I Could Be Wrong, I Could Be Right. Tickets are available from 10am today, Friday 29th May, though please remember that not all venues have box office teams in place, due to Covid-19.
Your point of contact should be the box offices at each venue, being patient as they seek to help.
For those seeking Meet'n'Greet tickets – and particularly those affected by the cancellations at Hertford, Watford and Dundee – there are new shows.
The closest show for Dundee Rep patrons is Glenrothes, Rothes Hall on 21 October 2021, though we cannot provide extra Meet'n'Greet on that date.
The closest shows for people affected by Watford and Hertford are Epsom Playhouse on September 14 and East Grinstead Chequer Mead on October 4. The other new dates, where Meet'n'Greet are available, are: Sale Waterside on September 22, Huddersfield Lawrence Batley Theatre on October 14 , Tewkesbury Roses Theatre on November 4 and Bridgwater McMillan Theatre on November 12. The tour ends with a show in London, at Union Chapel, in Islington, on November 13th 2021.
Due to covid-19 and the furloughing of many box office staff, not all venues have an updated show page for John's tour. We will be updating our list for you as the venues provide those dedicated pages.
May 22nd 2020
I Could Be Wrong, I Could Be Right Q&A Tour Rescheduled for 2021
John Lydon's Q&A tour, I Could Be Wrong, I Could Be Right, is being rescheduled to Autumn 2021. Your tickets remain valid and will automatically be transferred across.
The new dates will be announced by venues at 10am on Friday 29th May. The rescheduling is necessary due to covid-19. Thank you for your understanding in this matter.
The following may help:
a) Your venue will automatically transfer your ticket to the new date.
b) You do not need to contact the venue. Many venues do not have full box office teams working, due to furlough.
c) Frustrating though it might be, please be patient with venues and do not contact box offices unless absolutely necessary. Some venues are rescheduling more than 200 dates, with limited staff available.
Three venues have NOT rescheduled their dates, these are Watford, Hertford and Dundee. Patrons who bought tickets from those venues will be eligible for refunds. Those refunds will come from the venues. In these cases, please do contact the venues to obtain your refund.
Fans affected at the three venues above will be able to purchase tickets for six new shows that have been scheduled. In the case of Dundee - we are encouraging fans to travel an hour south to Dunfermline. In the case of Watford and Hertford, tickets are available at St Albans. In the case of Meet'n'Greet ticket holders for Watford and Hertford, new meet'n'greet tickets are being made available at two new venues: Epsom and East Grinstead. These are the closest Meet'n'Greet tickets to their original venue.
Details regarding the other new venues will be released on Friday 29th May at 9am.
Key information in brief:
a) Your tickets will be transferred to the new dates
b) Those who missed out at Hertford, Watford and Dundee will have other options elsewhere
c) Please avoid contacting venue box offices unless in case of an emergency - your transfer to the new dates will be automatic.
May 14th 2020
The Public Image is Rotten on Vimeo / John Lydon virtual quarantine party
From today, Thursday, May 14th the acclaimed 2018 PiL documentary The Public Image is Rotten will be available to stream or purchase via Vimeo on Demand. This will be the first time the film has been available digitally.
John Lydon will also host a virtual quarantine party on Sunday morning June 7th. Only for the headstrong! The party will start at 2am PST / 5am EST, USA / 10am BST, UK. John will be joined by The Public Image is Rotten executive producer & PiL manager Rambo Stevens, and the film's director Tabbert Fiiller. The quarantine party will be streamed live via PiL Official Facebook.
Mr. Rotten says "Have…Una Corona Blanca… with me."
Read full press release here...
Stream/Purchase - The Public Image is Rotten on Vimeo on Demand
(available in English or with Spanish Subtitles)
March 30th 2020
RiP Scott Firth's Mum
Everyone at Team PiL, including all crew members past and present, are sorry to hear about the passing of Scott Firth's mum.
All our hearts and prayers go out to him and his family at this very difficult time.
Team PiL.
March 30th 2020
The new John Lydon Resource Centre plaque at the Tacugama Chimpanzee Sanctuary has now been installed. Due to the Covid-19 outbreak the sanctuary is now closed to visitors which means a big loss in income. If you would like to help you can donate via their website.
From Tacugama, "Last week the team had to rescue two new babies and a 3 year old. One of the babies has bad flu and isn't in good shape."
March 20th 2020
The Cruel World Festival, featuring PiL, in Los Angeles has been rescheduled to Saturday, September 12th 2020. All tickets purchased for the original date are valid. It was originally scheduled to be May 2nd.
The festival is SOLD OUT, but you can join the Ticket Wait List via the Cruel World website.
Cruel World Festival, Los Angeles, USA, Saturday, September 12th 2020 SOLD-OUT - Ticket Wait List Info
March 17th 2020
Box Set Signed Cards Release Date
Due to unforeseen circumstances in the card manufacturing and wanting to ensure the highest quality card, the release date of the box sets and limited edition signed cards has been moved back to Friday 5 June. We have now sold out of all box sets apart from The Public Image Is Rotten CD box set.
Get a free limited edition and numbered card as a free gift with the box set when pre-ordered via the link below, while stocks last. Whoever gets card 1 of 1300 will also win 2 free tickets and a meet and greet with John on his upcoming Q&A tour.
https://pil.lnk.to/BirthdayCard
News Archive
December 2014 - September 2015
John Lydon: I Could Be Wrong,
I Could Be Right book
SOLD OUT
The Public Image Is Rotten
Available to Rent or Purchase
Limited edition blue vinyl re-issue of 'What The World Needs Now...' out now
Public Image is Rotten
(Songs from The Heart)
5CD/2DVD & 6LP career box sets
