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Picture This Live

Blondie · 1997

75 min · 15 tracks · new wave · post-punk · power pop

A vibrant showcase of Blondie's energetic blend of new wave and punk-infused rock captured live on stage.

Why this album works

Best for
vibrant live performance energy dynamic emotional journeys engaging sing-along moments
Context
By 1997, Blondie was revitalizing their career after a hiatus, with 'Picture This Live' serving as a celebration of their enduring legacy. This live album followed their reunion and the release of 'No Exit' in 1999, marking a pivotal moment in re-establishing their presence in the music scene.
If you like
new wave, post-punk, power pop

Picture This Live is an album by Blondie, released in 1997. A vibrant showcase of Blondie's energetic blend of new wave and punk-infused rock captured live on stage. This album captures Blondie's dynamic live performances, showcasing their biggest hits while contributing to the resurgence of interest in classic punk and new wave bands during the late 90s. It highlights how they influenced subsequent waves of alternative rock and pop artists through their innovative sound and style. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Picture This Live sound like?

A vibrant showcase of Blondie's energetic blend of new wave and punk-infused rock captured live on stage. Rooted in new wave and post-punk.

What makes Picture This Live by Blondie notable?

This album captures Blondie's dynamic live performances, showcasing their biggest hits while contributing to the resurgence of interest in classic punk and new wave bands during the late 90s. It highlights how they influenced subsequent waves of alternative rock and pop artists through their innovative sound and style. By 1997, Blondie was revitalizing their career after a hiatus, with 'Picture This Live' serving as a celebration of their enduring legacy. This live album followed their reunion and the release of 'No Exit' in 1999, marking a pivotal moment in re-establishing their presence in the music scene.

Who is Picture This Live for?

Picture This Live works well if you're into vibrant live performance energy, dynamic emotional journeys and engaging sing-along moments.

How many songs are on Picture This Live?

Picture This Live has 15 tracks, running approximately 75 minutes.

Tracklist

15 tracks·75:20

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

  • 1 Dreaming 4:07
  • 2 In the Sun 2:47
  • 3 Hanging On the Telephone Standout 2:18
  • 4 Look Good in Blue 3:38
  • 5 Slow Motion 3:22
  • 6 Sunday Girl 3:38
  • 7 X Offender 2:59
  • 8 Picture This 2:54
  • 9 Denis 3:10
  • 10 Fade Away and Radiate 5:06
  • 11 A Shark in Jet's Clothing / I Know but I Don't Know 8:25
  • 12 One Way or Another Standout 6:47
  • 13 Heart of Glass Standout 6:21
  • 14 11:59 4:14
  • 15 Bang a Gong / Funtime 15:26

Release Date

January 1, 1997

Genre

new wave, post-punk, power pop

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

75 min 20 sec