Album: The Best Of / Break Up the Concrete by Pretenders (2009)
Genre: Rock | Style: Rock/Pop
Record Label: BMG
Format: Compilation

Artist Background: The Pretenders were one of the seminal bands of the second British Invasion, rising out of London in 1979 with a forceful, self-titled first album. Their melodic but hard-charging sound suggested a union of punk and New Wave approaches. Moreover, being older and more seasoned than their punk peers, they drew inspiration from bands of the first British Invasion, including the Kinks and the Who, as well American soul music. Leader Chrissie Hynde was, in fact, an American expatriate who grew up ... Part of the Hereford, England, UK music scene. Emerged in the 1970s era. Associated with Rock movement. Known for Rock/Pop style.

Related Artists: Blondie, Joe Jackson, The Cars, The Go-Go's

Music Scene: Part of the Hereford, England, UK music scene. Emerged in the 1970s era. Associated with Rock movement. Known for Rock/Pop style.

Tags: Rock, Rock/Pop, 2000s, Compilation, BMG


The Best Of / Break Up the Concrete

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