What is the best Blondie album to start with?

The best album to start with is "Parallel Lines" (1978). It's the most representative of what makes Blondie worth hearing.

How many albums does Blondie have?

Blondie has 51 releases in their discography, including 23 albums.

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Blondie

Q: Who is Blondie for?

If you're into new wave and post-punk, Blondie is worth your time. With pulsing rhythms that compel movement, Blondie's tracks weave together tight hooks and groove-laden bass lines that create an infectious energy.

With pulsing rhythms that compel movement, Blondie's tracks weave together tight hooks and groove-laden bass lines that create an infectious energy.

dance-rock · new wave · post-punk · power pop

United States Est. 1974

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The album

Parallel Lines (1978)

This album showcases Blondie's signature blend of new wave and pop, providing a cohesive experience with memorable hooks and danceable rhythms.

The song

“Heart of Glass”

An iconic track that captures Blondie's style with its infectious groove and catchy melody, serving as an excellent introduction to their sound.

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About Blondie

Blondie matters not just as a band that helped shape the sound of late '70s and early '80s music, but as a cultural touchstone that fused punk attitude with pop sensibilities.

Their ability to navigate and redefine genres—melding elements of rock, disco, and reggae—spoke to the fluidity of identity in an era marked by change.

Their ability to navigate and redefine genres—melding elements of rock, disco, and reggae—spoke to the fluidity of identity in an era marked by change. Blondie became emblematic of a vibrant New York City scene, influencing countless artists while laying groundwork for the mainstream acceptance of diverse musical styles. Their approach to songwriting was characterized by a blend of spontaneity and calculated innovation, often driven by the collaborative energy of the band members. They harnessed the rawness of punk but wrapped it in catchy melodies and danceable grooves, making their music accessible while still retaining an edge. This balance allowed them to resonate deeply with audiences craving both authenticity and escapism. Lyrically, Blondie's work often reflects themes of love, urban life, and the complexities of self-identity, frequently adopting a playful yet incisive tone. Their storytelling tends to shift between vivid imagery and ironic detachment, creating a layered experience that invites listeners to engage on multiple levels. The result is music that captures both fleeting moments and broader societal observations with a cheeky flair.

23 studio albums· 51 total releases· 5 decades· United States

Full discography

Blondie's albums in order, from earliest releases to latest.

51 releases • 23 albums • 1963–2017

Type:

Studio albums ()

Live ()

Picture This Live

1997

Compilations ()

Singles ()

Songs to start with

If you'd rather pick a song than an album.

1

"D‐Day" — from Panic of Girls (2011)

establishes the sonic palette early
2

"Hanging on the Telephone" — from Parallel Lines (1978)

accessible entry with immediate hook
3

"Doom or Destiny" — from Pollinator (2017)

establishes the sonic palette early

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Blondie

About Blondie

Full discography

Studio albums ()

Pollinator

Ghosts of Download

Panic of Girls

The Curse of Blondie

Livid

Atomic – The Very Best of Blondie

Picture This – The Essential Blondie Collection

Denis

Remixed Remade Remodeled: The Remix Project

The Platinum Collection

Blonde and Beyond

The Hunter

Autoamerican

Eat to the Beat

Parallel Lines

Plastic Letters

Blondie

Live by Request

Beautiful: The Remix Album

Live ()

Picture This Live

Compilations ()

Greatest Hits

Blondie - Greatest Hits (2002)

The Best of Blondie

Singles ()

Too Much

Long Time

Fun

Sugar on the Side

A Rose by Any Name

Mother

Good Boys

No Exit

Nothing Is Real but the Girl

Maria

War Child

Island of Lost Souls

Rapture

The Tide Is High

Atomic

Call Me

The Hardest Part

Union City Blue

Dreaming

Sunday Girl / I Know But I Don't Know

One Way or Another / Just Go Away

Heart of Glass / 11:59

Hanging on the Telephone

(I'm Always Touched by Your) Presence

Rip Her to Shreds

In the Flesh

X Offender

Denis

Songs to start with