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Debbie Harry - Necessary Evil
Blondie legend Debbie Harry has been enjoying a resurgence of late, with her presence on Cyndi Laupers’ True Colors Tour and receiving major props from Lily Allen. Harry’s first solo album since 1993’s Debravation is further cause for celebration. Dance-friendly tunes like “Two Times Blue” and her inspired tribute to jailed rapper Lil’ Kim (“Dirty and Deep”) are sure signs the pop icon is back. But it’s her work with Blondie’s Chris Stein, especially the thrilling, tribal-beat experimentalism of “Jen Jen,” that really shines.
Sept. 25
