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When Blondie Came to Britain: (BBC Two Saturday 18 November 2023)

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6 months ago

November 17, 2023

Alastair James

When Blondie Came to Britain: airs Saturday 18 November 2023 on BBC Two.

What is this episode about

Blondie, a little-known band, landed in Bournemouth in 1977 before embarking on their first ever tour of the United Kingdom. Here we take a look at the unique bond that has persisted for almost half a century, as well as the pivotal role that Britain played in breaking one of the most influential bands in the world.

This documentary covers Blondie’s rise from their first student union gig in Bournemouth, supported by Squeeze (including a 19-year-old Jools Holland), through 2023 and an unforgettable performance on Glastonbury’s iconic Pyramid Stage. It features rare and unseen archive material, including photographs taken by guitarist Chris Stein.

When can we see the episode

When Blondie Came to Britain: airs Saturday 18 November 2023 at 9:00pm on BBC Two

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Alastair James

Alastair James is the editor in chief for Memorable TV. He has been involved in media since his university days. Alastair is passionate about television, and some of his favourite shows include Line of Duty, Luther and Traitors. He is always on the lookout for hot new shows, and is always keen to share his knowledge with others.