Blondie is an American rock band that first gained fame in the 1970s and early 1980s. They were pioneers in the early American punk rock and New Wave scene. The band was formed in August 1974 when guitarist Chris Stein met Deborah Harry. They were joined by drummer Clem Burke, keyboard player Jimmy Destri and bass player Gary Valentine, and played as Angel and The Snake - for just two shows. Renamed as Blondie, the band became regulars at New York's Club 51, Max's Kansas City, and CBGB's.