Union City Blue
Blondie · 1979
48 min · 7 tracks · new wave · post-punk · power pop
A pulsating blend of punk energy and disco flair that captures urban angst and exuberance.
Why this album works
- Best for
- urban angst with flair wave-like pacing for dancing gradual climax through remixes
- Context
- By the time 'Union City Blue' was released in November 1979, Blondie had already achieved significant commercial success with their previous album, 'Parallel Lines', which had launched them into the mainstream. This single marked a transitional phase as they began experimenting more with dance influences, setting the stage for their evolution into a leading force in the new wave movement.
- If you like
- new wave, post-punk, power pop
Union City Blue is a single by Blondie, released in 1979. A pulsating blend of punk energy and disco flair that captures urban angst and exuberance. 'Union City Blue' became a notable hit, peaking at number 34 on the Billboard Hot 100, and further solidified Blondie's presence in the dance music scene. The song is also recognized for its influence on the emerging new wave genre and has been cited in discussions about the blending of rock and disco during this era. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Union City Blue sound like?
A pulsating blend of punk energy and disco flair that captures urban angst and exuberance. Rooted in new wave and post-punk.
What makes Union City Blue by Blondie notable?
'Union City Blue' became a notable hit, peaking at number 34 on the Billboard Hot 100, and further solidified Blondie's presence in the dance music scene. The song is also recognized for its influence on the emerging new wave genre and has been cited in discussions about the blending of rock and disco during this era. By the time 'Union City Blue' was released in November 1979, Blondie had already achieved significant commercial success with their previous album, 'Parallel Lines', which had launched them into the mainstream. This single marked a transitional phase as they began experimenting more with dance influences, setting the stage for their evolution into a leading force in the new wave movement.
Who is Union City Blue for?
Union City Blue works well if you're into urban angst with flair, wave-like pacing for dancing and gradual climax through remixes.
How many songs are on Union City Blue?
Union City Blue has 7 tracks, running approximately 48 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Union City Blue (Diddy’s remix edit) Standout 3:44
- 2 Union City Blue (original single version) Standout 3:20
- 3 Union City Blue (Vinny Vero’s Turquoise mix) 8:23
- 4 Union City Blue (Burger Queen Peroxide Power mix) 7:41
- 5 Union City Blue (OPM Poppy mix) 8:48
- 6 Union City Blue (Diddy’s Power and Passion mix) 8:36
- 7 I Feel Love (live) Standout 7:47
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