'Plastic Letters' is the second studio album by Blondie, released in February 1978 by Chrysalis Records. This is the second and final Blondie album to be produced by Richard Gottehrer. 'Denis', a cover of Randy & the Rainbows' 1963 song 'Denise', was successful across Europe, reaching No. 2 in March 1978 in the UK and also reached No. 19 in Australia. '(I'm Always Touched by Your) Presence, Dear' was the second single from the album, reaching No. 10 in the UK in May 1978. The song was written by the band's second bassist, Gary Valentine, shortly before he left for a solo career prior to the recording of 'Plastic Letters'; his departure necessitated Chris Stein playing bass on the album, as well as guitar. During recording, Blondie were still signed to their old label, Private Stock Records. The album peaked at No. 10 in the UK and has been certified Platinum by the BPI.
Digitally remastered. Featuring four bonus tracks.
Tracklisting
1. Fan Mail
2. Denis
3. Bermuda Triangle Blues (Flight 45)
4. Youth Nabbed As Sniper
5. Contact In Red Square
6. (I'm Always Touched By Your) Presence, Dear
7. I'm On E
8. I Didn't Have The Nerve To Say No
9. Love At The Pier
10. No Imagination
11. Kidnapper
12. Detroit 442
13. Cautious Lip
Bonus Tracks
14. Once I Had A Love (aka The Disco Song) [1975 version]
15. Scenery
16. Poets Problem
17. Detroit 442 (Live)
