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Debbie Harry Marks 80th Birthday With Studio Return and New Blondie Album

At 80, she is channeling her energy into studio work on a John Congleton–produced Blondie album following the death of drummer Clem Burke.

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Overview

  • She has stepped back from live performances to focus on recording, reflecting a shift from touring to studio projects.
  • Harry recently teamed up with Erasure’s Andy Bell on the electropop duet “Heart’s a Liar,” her first new vocal collaboration in years.
  • Blondie confirmed that their upcoming album, set for release this year, was produced by Grammy winner John Congleton.
  • The band and Harry are mourning longtime drummer Clem Burke, who died in April after contributing to every Blondie record.
  • Over five decades, Harry’s fusion of punk, disco and new wave has influenced generations of artists and sustained her cultural impact.