The story of the song that heralded Blondie's comeback – but tanked in the US

Written about "sexual repression causing incredible desire among a school full of boys", Maria was a No.1 across Europe ...
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More Than a ‘Female-Fronted’ Gimmick: Women in Metal Take on the Scene’s Misogyny

Ebonie Butler (Metal and Coffee), and Maria Ferrero (Adrenaline PR) speak on what it's like for them as women in metal.
American Songwriter

On the Charts 45 Years Ago, Blondie Kicked off a Two-Week Run With the First-Ever No. 1 Hit to Feature Rap Vocals

On March 28, 1981, Blondie kicked off a two-week run at No. 1 with a song that combined new wave, punk, and hip-hop.
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María Zardoya's Not For Radio added as Coachella 2026 surprise act

María Zardoya, lead singer of The Marías, is returning to Coachella Weekend 1 with her side project Not For Radio.

Celebrating 45 Years of Blondie's 'Rapture': The First No. 1 Hit with Rap Vocals

Both Harry and Blondie's guitarist, Chris Stein, were early fans of rap. They befriended hip-hop pioneer Fab 5 Freddy, who ...