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Blondie

Blondie

dance-rock, new wave, post-punk, power pop, rock music

United States Est. 1974

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Sound in a sentence: "With pulsing rhythms that compel movement, Blondie's tracks weave together tight hooks and groove-laden bass lines that create an infectious energy."
Blondie matters not just as a band that helped shape the sound of late '70s and early '80s music, but as a cultural touchstone that fused punk attitude with pop sensibilities. Their ability to navigate and redefine genres—melding elements of rock, disco, and reggae—spoke to the fluidity of identity in an era marked by change.
Blondie matters not just as a band that helped shape the sound of late '70s and early '80s music, but as a cultural touchstone that fused punk attitude with pop sensibilities. Their ability to navigate and redefine genres—melding elements of rock, disco, and reggae—spoke to the fluidity of identity in an era marked by change. Blondie became emblematic of a vibrant New York City scene, influencing countless artists while laying groundwork for the mainstream acceptance of diverse musical styles. Their approach to songwriting was characterized by a blend of spontaneity and calculated innovation, often driven by the collaborative energy of the band members. They harnessed the rawness of punk but wrapped it in catchy melodies and danceable grooves, making their music accessible while still retaining an edge. This balance allowed them to resonate deeply with audiences craving both authenticity and escapism. Lyrically, Blondie's work often reflects themes of love, urban life, and the complexities of self-identity, frequently adopting a playful yet incisive tone. Their storytelling tends to shift between vivid imagery and ironic detachment, creating a layered experience that invites listeners to engage on multiple levels. The result is music that captures both fleeting moments and broader societal observations with a cheeky flair.

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Discography

53 releases • 25 studio • 1963–2017
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Too Much

Too Much

2017

Long Time

Long Time

2017

Fun

Fun

2017

Sugar on the Side

Sugar on the Side

2013

A Rose by Any Name

A Rose by Any Name

2013

Mother

Mother

2011

Good Boys

Good Boys

2003

No Exit

No Exit

1999

Nothing Is Real but the Girl

Nothing Is Real but the Girl

1999

Maria

Maria

1999

War Child

War Child

1982

Island of Lost Souls

Island of Lost Souls

1982

Rapture

Rapture

1981

The Tide Is High

The Tide Is High

1980

Atomic

Atomic

1980

Call Me

Call Me

1980

The Hardest Part

The Hardest Part

1980

Union City Blue

Union City Blue

1979

Dreaming

Dreaming

1979

Sunday Girl / I Know But I Don't Know

Sunday Girl / I Know But I Don't Know

1979

One Way or Another / Just Go Away

One Way or Another / Just Go Away

1979

Heart of Glass / 11:59

Heart of Glass / 11:59

1979

Hanging on the Telephone

Hanging on the Telephone

1978

(I'm Always Touched by Your) Presence

(I'm Always Touched by Your) Presence

1978

Rip Her to Shreds

Rip Her to Shreds

1977

In the Flesh

In the Flesh

1976

X Offender

X Offender

1976

Denis

Denis

1963

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