Name: Parallel Lines
Brand: Blondie

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Universal Music GmbH

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[r6953706]

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Release date

2015-05-01

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5355034

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0600753550342

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Artist

Blondie

Label EU

Chrysalis

Genre EU

New Wave / Post Punk

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Blondie is an iconic American rock band formed in the 1970s. Known for their unique blend of punk, new wave, and pop music, Blondie has left a lasting impact on the music industry. Led by the charismatic frontwoman Debbie Harry, they have produced numerous chart-topping hits such as "Heart of Glass," "Call Me," and "Rapture." With their infectious energy and catchy melodies, Blondie continues to captivate audiences around the world with their timeless sound.
Over the years, Blondie has evolved and experimented with different musical styles while staying true to their signature sound. Their innovative approach to music has earned them critical acclaim and a dedicated fan base. In addition to their success in the music industry, Blondie has also made significant contributions to fashion and visual arts.
With a career spanning several decades, Blondie remains relevant and influential today. Their enduring popularity is a testament to their talent and creativity. Whether you're a longtime fan or discovering them for the first time, exploring Blondie's discography is sure to be an exciting journey through some of the most memorable moments in rock history.

The roots of Chrysalis stretch back to a tiny flat in West London in 1967, when former university social secretaries, Chris Wright and Terry Ellis, linked their flair for managing and booking bands to form the Ellis Wright Agency. After trying to release their bands' records via other companies, they decided to start their own label.

In 1968, they signed a licensing deal with Island Records with the proviso that if their acts achieved an agreed number of hits, they would be awarded a label of their own. Within a year, this tally was reached and Chrysalis Records was born.

Over the years, Chrysalis went through various ownership changes. In 1985, Chris Wright bought out Terry Ellis and later sold the label to EMI in 1991. EMI was then acquired by Universal Music Group in 2012 before selling the Parlophone Label Group (including Chrysalis) to Warner Music Group in 2013.

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Until 1978, Blondie was perceived mostly as a '60s-referencing, British-invasion-meets-girl-groups band. With veteran producer Mike Chapman at the helm for their third album, though, everything changed for this group bred from the New York punk scene. 

Honing in on Blondie's strongest points - Debbie Harry's come-hither vocals and Clem Burke's powerhouse drumming - Chapman helped recast the band to the power pop side of new wave, and with impressive results. 

Driven by the punk-meets-disco chart-topping hit, "Heart of Glass", and the herky-jerky "One Way or Another", as well as a muscular cover of The Nerves' "Hanging On The Telephone",&nbsp;Parallel Lines established Blondie as major stars.

Parallel Lines

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Discover Parallel Lines by Blondie on vinyl. This iconic album, released by Chrysalis, established Blondie as major stars in the new wave genre. LP format available.