source: vogue.globo.com translation:
Debbie arrives at the party to celebrate 37 years of Vogue Brazil
Rocker Debbie Harry, famous for being the lead singer of the band Blondie, has arrived in São Paulo for the Vogue Brazil birthday party. Debbie posed for photos next to the CEO of Condé Nast, Jonathan Newhouse, and the director of the editorial office of Vogue, Daniela Falcão.
During her first visit to the country Debbie acknowledged the celebration of 37 years of the magazine. On Wednesday (26.4.), she will attend the amfAR Gala, also in São Paulo, an organization she has supported for years.
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Debbie’s new track “Safety In Numbers” premiered on WBAI radio, yesterday, and can be streamed online at wbai.org (the track starts at one hour and two minutes).
Debbie will appear at the amfAR Gala in São Paulo tomorrow and present the Award of Courage to John Demsey, President of MAC Cosmetics (“amfAR’s Awards of Courage are bestowed each year on select individuals in recognition of the vision, determination, and courage that mark them as leaders in the fight against AIDS.”, source: amfar.org).
Other guests include Sharon Stone, Mario Testino, Grace Jones and Kenneth Cole.
source: vogue.globo.com
translation:
Debbie Harry to appear at the amfAR Gala in São Paulo
The amfAR Gala, which will take place in São Paulo on April 26, will be attended by Debbie Harry. The singer of the iconic American group Blondie has just confirmed her appearance at the event. The guest list also includes Sharon Stone, Mario Testino, Grace Jones and Kenneth Cole. For those who don’t know, Debbie is a supporter of the charity organization which raises funds for research to combat AIDS. In February, during the amfAR Gala which kicked off the Fashion Week in New York, the singer took the microphone to talk about the cause.
This time, the singer will present the Award of Courage to John Demsey, the name behind the MAC AIDS Fund (who she supported before, posing for the Viva Glam campaign). [...] All indications are that it will be a memorable night.
Vogue will be there to give you all the details and pictures of the celebrities who will be dressed according to the “Black Tie/Hot Metal” theme. The party will take place at the house of Dinho Diniz for 400 guests.
Tonight Debbie will attend the “festa de 37 anos da Vogue” (party to celebrate 37 years of Vogue).
Debbie’s previously unreleased track “Do It Yourself” will be featured on the “KinderAngst” album, a collection of punk rock tracks for children. A little excerpt of the song can be found on the kinderangstmusic.com page.
“KinderAngst is here to usher in a different kind of musical journey for kids and their parents. Channeling rock icons from The Ramones to The Shangri-Las to David Bowie, KinderAngst creators and respected singers/multi-instrumentalists, Palmyra Delran and Rachelle Garniez, have created a cast of vivid characters who deliver smart, witty and engaging punk rock songs for children. While messages of friendship, acceptance and patience are strewn throughout this album, these are not your typical candy-coated children’s tunes. KinderAngst is a citified alt-rock album told from the perspective of children who are experiencing the universal growing pains of childhood, offering kids a way to positively work through their experiences. Of course, there are also plenty of lively choruses, crunchy guitars and eclectic musical homages that will make the most discerning fans and parents sigh with relief; there is even an exciting never-before-released track by Debbie Harry!
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Set in the imaginative world of Alphabet City, a reference to New York City’s Lower East Side, KinderAngst uses the spirit of punk rock to gently address the youthful angst caused by navigating the social landscape of childhood, whether it’s dealing with friendships, parental discipline or struggling with individuality. Children are encouraged to embrace their feelings and to understand that it’s only temporary if they have a bad day or feel like they don’t fit in. The songs also provide a unique glimpse into city life; from public transportation, to tight living quarters, to the unique personalities that pop up along the way, it is the encounters with friends, family, strangers and neighborhood dynamics that present both the challenges and the carefree moments that inspire the songs. Ultimately, KingerAngst creates a space for children to openly engage with their emotions, and gives them the strength and encouragement to overcome them because the kids of KinderAngst do.”
Debbie will headline this year’s Grey Music Seminar at the Seminar Theatre in Cannes (France) on June 22, 2012.
“Grey’s Sixth Annual Legends of Music Seminar features a talk with Deborah Harry, one of popular music’s most enduring and creative icons. Best known as the lead singer of the punk rock and new wave band, Blondie, which has sold 40 million albums, Harry will be introduced by Jim Heekin, Grey Group CEO, and interviewed by Tim Mellors, Grey’s Worldwide Chief Creative.
Deborah Harry, the prolific American singer-songwriter and actress, continues to break new ground, testing stylistic boundaries and audaciously mixing and matching genres that have included hip-hop, disco and avant-garde art. The recounting of her creative journey, always on rock’s cutting edge, promises to be a high point of what has become one of Cannes’ most popular music events.”
The 4-CD compilation “Occupy This Album” is now available for pre-order on amazon.com and will be released on May 15, 2012. Debbie will contribute the song “Safety In Numbers”, produced with Super Buddha.
Make sure you check out Debbie’s artist page on the musicforoccupy.org website.
According to mountainwinery.com, Blondie are scheduled to perform with Devo at the Mountain Winery in Saratoga, CA on September 11, 2012. Tickets will go on sale on April 23.
Debbie interviewed Shirley Manson for the Russian edition of Andy Warhol’s Interview Magazine. The April issue is now available in stores across Russia.
“После семи лет вдали от шоу-бизнеса Ширли Мэнсон вернулась с новым альбомом и дала интервью кумиру своей юности Дебби Харри.” translation:
After her seven-year absence from show business, Shirley Manson has returned with a new album and gave an interview for the idol of her youth – Debbie Harry.
“Blondie sat down for an interview with Showbiz Tonight, and the band opened up about their long career in the music industry. While the punk rock group was enjoying their first hit in the United States as early as 1980, today they are still performing at major events like the NCAA Big Dance Concert. The members of Blondie also reflect on the rise of talent competition shows such as ‘American Idol’ and ‘The Voice,’ and share their thoughts on new stars like Justin Bieber.”
Blondie have been added to the list of performers for “The Big Dance Concert Series” during the NCAA Men’s Final Four festivities beginning March 30 in Woldenberg Park in New Orleans, LA. The time will be announced shortly on NCAA.com/finalfour.
Volume two of the Jeffrey Lee Pierce Sessions Project called “The Journey is Long” is now available for pre-order on amazon.co.uk and amazon.de. Sound samples can be found on the website. The compilation will be released on March 30. Debbie will contribute a duet with Nick Cave called “The Breaking Hands.”
A new Blondie show (with Devo) at the Chateau St Michelle Winery in Woodinville, WA on September 7 has been added to the tour schedule. Tickets will go on sale on Saturday, April 28th at 10 a.m. The "Fan Mail" project page has been updated.
