Public Image Ltd (abbreviated and stylized as PiL ) are an English
post-punk band formed by lead vocalist John Lydon (previously known as the
lead vocalist of Sex Pistols), guitarist Keith Levene (one of the original
members of The Clash), bassist Jah Wobble, and drummer Jim Walker in May 1978.
The group's line-up has changed frequently over the years; Lydon has been the
sole constant member.
Following Lydon's departure from the Sex Pistols in January 1978, he sought a
more experimental "anti-rock" project and formed PiL. That year PiL released
their debut studio album First Issue (1978), creating an abrasive, bass-
heavy sound that drew on dub, noise, progressive rock and disco.