Top tracks — play these first
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The Tide Is High — This reggae-influenced track highlights Blondie's ability to blend genres and features Debbie Harry's iconic vocal performance, making it a defining moment on the album.
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Denis Start here — This upbeat title track is a playful homage to the original song 'Denise' by Randy & The Rainbows, showcasing Blondie's knack for catchy melodies.
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Hanging On the Telephone — Originally by The Nerves, this cover exemplifies Blondie's punk roots while incorporating their polished pop sound, becoming a fan favorite.
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Rip Her to Shreds — This track delivers sharp lyrical wit and energy, capturing the band's edginess while reinforcing their post-punk influences.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo dance vibes
- catchy sing-along moments
- infectious energy for gatherings
- playful hooks throughout the album
Maybe skip if you
- prefer slow, introspective music
- seek complex, lengthy compositions
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — Marked Blondie's return and achieved notable commercial success after a long hiatus.
- Themes
- playful nostalgia· 90s pop reinvention· dance-rock revival
- Career context
- Released in 1996, Denis marked Blondie's return to the music scene after a lengthy hiatus following their 1982 breakup. This album came out during a period of artistic reinvention for the band as they explored new sounds while still maintaining their signature style. The release helped to re-establish Blondie in the modern pop landscape.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The B-52's· Talking Heads· Siouxsie and the Banshees
Tracklist
- 1 Denis Start here 2:17
- 2 The Tide Is High 3:50
- 3 Hanging On the Telephone 2:22
- 4 Rip Her to Shreds 3:20
- 5 Picture This 2:55
- 6 X Offender 3:12
- 7 Rifle Range 3:39
- 8 For Your Eyes Only 3:06
- 9 Susie and Jeffrey 4:07
- 10 Die Young Stay Pretty 3:32
- 11 Island of Lost Souls 3:48
- 12 Platinum Blonde 2:17
- 13 War Child 3:59
- 14 In the Flesh 2:30
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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