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Atomic – The Very Best of Blondie

Blondie · 1998

66 min · 20 tracks · new wave · post-punk · power pop

A vibrant blend of punk energy and disco grooves reflecting the eclectic spirit of late '70s and early '80s music.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • short, punchy songs
  • upbeat dance vibes
  • nostalgic sing-along moments
  • varied pacing throughout

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Atomic – The Very Best of Blondie' was released in 1998, Blondie had already secured their legacy with several chart-topping hits. This compilation came after a lengthy hiatus following their last studio album, 'The Hunter' (1982), marking a moment of reflection on their groundbreaking influence in punk and new wave. It served as a reminder of their dominance in the music scene during their peak in the late '70s.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Atomic 3:50
  • 2 Heart of Glass 4:11
  • 3 Sunday Girl 3:15
  • 4 Call Me 3:32
  • 5 The Tide Is High 3:52
  • 6 Denis 2:18
  • 7 Dreaming 3:06
  • 8 Rapture 4:59
  • 9 Hanging on the Telephone 2:22
  • 10 (I’m Always Touched by Your) Presence, Dear 2:43
  • 11 Island of Lost Souls 3:50
  • 12 Picture This 2:55
  • 13 Union City Blue 3:18
  • 14 War Child 4:00
  • 15 Rip Her to Shreds 3:21
  • 16 In the Flesh 2:31
  • 17 One Way or Another 3:28
  • 18 X Offender 3:12
  • 19 I’m Gonna Love You Too 2:07
  • 20 Fade Away and Radiate 3:58

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