Blondie – Heart Of Glass [12-Inch Single, Black Vinyl]

Description

Blondie’s “Heart of Glass” stands as one of the most successful and controversial crossover hits of the late ’70s, marking the moment when the New York punk pioneers embraced disco and created a dancefloor masterpiece that would define their legacy. This 12-inch black vinyl single captures the track that transformed Debbie Harry and her bandmates from CBGB regulars into international superstars, featuring the extended mix that became a club essential and radio phenomenon. The song demonstrates Blondie’s fearless willingness to experiment with different genres while maintaining their distinctive edge, creating a bridge between punk attitude and disco sophistication that influenced countless artists.

The extended 12-inch mix showcases “Heart of Glass” in its full glory, allowing the disco-influenced arrangement to breathe and develop over its extended runtime. The track features Harry’s distinctive vocals floating over a hypnotic disco beat and shimmering production that captures both the glamour of Studio 54 and the grit of downtown Manhattan. The longer format reveals additional instrumental sections and extended breakdowns that weren’t possible on the radio edit, highlighting the meticulous production work that made this such an enduring dancefloor favorite. The song’s blend of punk sensibility with disco polish created something entirely new, proving that genre boundaries were meant to be crossed rather than respected.

This 12-inch black vinyl pressing delivers the track’s disco production with exceptional punch and clarity, allowing every element of the mix to shine through with proper weight and definition. The larger format provides superior bass response and dynamic range, making this the ideal way to experience the full impact of “Heart of Glass” as it was meant to be heard in clubs and on radio. The pressing maintains the original single artwork while offering collectors and dance music enthusiasts the definitive presentation of one of disco-punk’s most important moments.

• Format: 12-Inch Black Vinyl Single
• Standout tracks: “Heart of Glass” (Extended Mix)
• Pressing details: 12-inch single format, black vinyl, extended disco mix
• Genre/style: Disco, New Wave, Punk Pop, Dance Rock
• UPC: 825764606714

This essential 12-inch pressing provides the complete “Heart of Glass” experience in premium vinyl format. The extended mix and superior sound quality make this a cornerstone piece for both Blondie fans and disco collectors.

* The Spotify track list may not exactly represent the tracks and audio of this LP edition.

Track List:

Side A:

1. Heart Of Glass (Disco Long)
2. Heart Of Glass (Basic Track)
3. Heart Of Glass (A Shep Pettibone Mix)

Side B:

1. The Disco Song
2. Once I Had A Love
3. Heart Of Glass (Disco Instrumental)