Plastic Letters cover

Plastic Letters

Blondie · 1977

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

A vibrant fusion of punk energy and pop sensibility, tinged with new wave's experimental edge.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • short, punchy listening sessions
  • playful and energetic vibes
  • dynamic emotional shifts
  • lighthearted background ambiance

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in January 1977, 'Plastic Letters' was Blondie's second studio album, coming off the success of their self-titled debut. This album marked a significant step in establishing their unique sound, blending rock and pop with avant-garde influences. It set the stage for their eventual commercial breakthrough with 'Parallel Lines' just a year later.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Fan Mail 2:38
  • 2 Denis 2:19
  • 3 Bermuda Triangle Blues 2:49
  • 4 Youth Nabbed as Sniper 3:00
  • 5 Contact in Red Square 2:01
  • 6 (I’m Always Touched) By Your Presence, Dear 2:43
  • 7 I’m on E 2:14
  • 8 I Didn’t Have the Nerve to Say No 2:52
  • 9 Love at the Pier 2:27
  • 10 No Imagination 2:56
  • 11 Kidnapper 2:37
  • 12 Detroit 442 2:28
  • 13 Cautious Lip 4:24
  • 14 Poets Problem 2:20
  • 15 Denis (alternate version) 2:22

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