This album "BLONDIE - Plastic Letters" is the second studio album by American New Wave band Blondie, released in February 1978 on Chrysalis Records. It was the second and final Blondie album to be produced by Richard Gottehrer. "Denis", a cover of the Randy & the Rainbows' 1963 hit "Denise", was a hit all over Europe,
Music Genre: |
New Wave, 80s Pop |
Album Production Information: |
The album: "BLONDIE - Plastic Letters" was produced by:Richard Gottehrer Sound/Recording Engineer(s): Rob Freeman, Greg Calbi This album was recorded at: Plaza Sound Studios, New York City. Album cover photography: Philip Dixon |
Record Label Information: |
Chrysalis 202 632 |
Media Format: |
12" LP Vinyl Stereo Gramophone Record Total Album (Cover+Record) weight: 230 gram |
Year & Country: |
1978 Made in Holland / Germany |
Personnel/Band Members and Musicians on: BLONDIE - Plastic Letters |
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Complete Track-listing of the album "BLONDIE - Plastic Letters" |
The detailed tracklist of this record "BLONDIE - Plastic Letters" is:
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"Plastic Letter by Blondie" White and Light Blue Colour Chrysalis Record Label Details: Chrysalis 202 632
Blondie is an American new wave band that was formed in New York City in 1974. The band was one of the pioneers of the new wave and punk rock movements, and is often cited as a major influence on many of the bands that followed in the late 1970s and early 1980s. Blondie’s unique sound and style, which combined elements of punk, pop, and reggae, set them apart from the other bands of their time and helped to shape the course of popular music in the years that followed.
The original lineup of Blondie was composed of lead singer Debbie Harry, guitarist Chris Stein, drummer Clem Burke, keyboardist Jimmy Destri, and bassist Gary Valentine. The band’s first album, “Blondie,” was released in 1976 and received critical acclaim, although it did not initially sell well. However, the release of their second album, “Plastic Letters,” in 1977 brought Blondie greater commercial success and helped to establish them as one of the leading bands of the new wave movement.
One of the key factors that contributed to Blondie’s success was Debbie Harry’s charismatic and distinctive stage presence. With her bleach blonde hair, punk-inspired style, and powerful vocals, Harry quickly became one of the most recognizable figures of the new wave scene. Her on-stage presence and off-stage persona as a feminist icon also helped to make her one of the most influential women in popular music.
Blondie’s early music was heavily influenced by punk rock and the new wave movement, and their songs often featured a mix of sharp, angular guitar riffs and upbeat, danceable rhythms. However, as the band evolved, they began to incorporate other styles and genres into their music, such as reggae, pop, and even hip hop. This musical experimentation helped to establish Blondie as one of the most innovative and eclectic bands of their time.
The band’s commercial peak came in the late 1970s and early 1980s, when they released a string of hit singles and albums that helped to define the new wave movement. Their most famous and successful song, “Heart of Glass,” became a worldwide hit in 1978 and remains one of the most recognizable new wave songs to this day. The band’s other hit singles, such as “Call Me,” “Rapture,” and “The Tide is High,” helped to solidify their status as one of the most important and influential bands of the new wave era.
Despite the fact that Blondie disbanded in 1982, they have continued to influence popular music and remain one of the most beloved and enduring bands of the new wave movement. Their unique sound, style, and vision continue to inspire new generations of musicians, and their music continues to be celebrated and enjoyed by fans all over the world.
Deborah Ann Harry, also known as Debbie Harry, is an American singer, songwriter, and the lead singer of the new wave band Blondie. Born on July 1, 1945, in Miami, Florida, Harry was raised in Hawthorne, New Jersey, and later in New York City. She was interested in music from an early age and began singing in a number of local bands in the 1960s before forming Blondie in the mid-1970s.
Blondie’s unique sound, which combined elements of punk, pop, and reggae, quickly caught the attention of audiences and critics alike. Harry’s charismatic stage presence and distinctive singing style made her one of the most recognizable figures of the new wave movement, and her on-stage persona as a feminist icon helped to make her one of the most influential women in popular music. The band’s commercial peak came in the late 1970s and early 1980s, when they released a string of hit singles and albums that helped to define the new wave movement. Their most famous and successful song, “Heart of Glass,” became a worldwide hit in 1978 and remains one of the most recognizable new wave songs to this day. Harry’s other hit singles with Blondie, such as “Call Me,” “Rapture,” and “The Tide is High,” helped to solidify her status as one of the most successful and influential female singers of her time. In addition to her music career, Harry has also pursued a successful acting career, appearing in a number of films and television shows. She has also been a dedicated advocate for a number of social and political causes, including animal rights and AIDS awareness. Despite the fact that Blondie disbanded in 1982, Harry has continued to perform and record music, releasing a number of solo albums and collaborating with other artists. In 1997, Blondie reformed and has since continued to tour and release new music, bringing their unique sound and style to new generations of fans.Debbie Harry wearing her "Andy Warhol's BAD" T-shirt
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Debbie Harry is probable best known as the singer and front-woman of the Pop-Rock band: Blondie. .
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Album cover design by the Swiss Artist: H.R. Giger .
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