No Exit
Blondie · 1999
74 min · 17 tracks · new wave · post-punk · power pop
A vibrant revival of new wave energy infused with modern pop sensibilities and catchy hooks.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- catchy hooks and melodies dynamic emotional journeys long, immersive listening sessions
- Context
- Released on February 23, 1999, 'No Exit' marked Blondie's return after a 17-year hiatus since their previous studio album, 'The Hunter' (1982). At this point, the band was attempting to re-establish their presence in a music scene that had evolved significantly while they were away, navigating through changing musical landscapes and styles.
- If you like
- new wave, post-punk, power pop
No Exit is an album by Blondie, released in 1999. A vibrant revival of new wave energy infused with modern pop sensibilities and catchy hooks. 'No Exit' is notable for its commercial success, debuting at number 4 on the UK Albums Chart and featuring the hit single 'Maria', which topped the Billboard Hot Dance Club Songs chart. The album solidified Blondie's status as enduring icons of the new wave era, showcasing their ability to adapt while retaining their signature sound. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does No Exit sound like?
A vibrant revival of new wave energy infused with modern pop sensibilities and catchy hooks. Rooted in new wave and post-punk.
What makes No Exit by Blondie notable?
'No Exit' is notable for its commercial success, debuting at number 4 on the UK Albums Chart and featuring the hit single 'Maria', which topped the Billboard Hot Dance Club Songs chart. The album solidified Blondie's status as enduring icons of the new wave era, showcasing their ability to adapt while retaining their signature sound. Released on February 23, 1999, 'No Exit' marked Blondie's return after a 17-year hiatus since their previous studio album, 'The Hunter' (1982). At this point, the band was attempting to re-establish their presence in a music scene that had evolved significantly while they were away, navigating through changing musical landscapes and styles.
Who is No Exit for?
No Exit works well if you're into catchy hooks and melodies, dynamic emotional journeys and long, immersive listening sessions.
How many songs are on No Exit?
No Exit has 17 tracks, running approximately 74 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Screaming Skin 5:35
- 2 Forgive and Forget 4:31
- 3 Maria Standout 4:51
- 4 No Exit Standout 4:19
- 5 Double Take 4:12
- 6 Nothing Is Real but the Girl Standout 3:13
- 7 Boom Boom in the Zoom Zoom Room 4:08
- 8 Night Wind Sent 4:40
- 9 Under the Gun (For Jeffery Lee Pierce) 4:09
- 10 Out in the Streets 3:03
- 11 Happy Dog (For Caggy) 3:24
- 12 The Dream’s Lost on Me 3:19
- 13 Divine 4:14
- 14 Dig Up the Conjo 5:01
- 15 Dreaming 3:18
- 16 Call Me 4:46
- 17 Rapture 7:19
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