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Out now, celebrate 40 years since the release of The Pretenders' gold and platinum certified album 'Learning To Crawl' with a crystal clear vinyl. #LearningToCrawl40

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Thanks to Dave Grohl for joining The Pretenders at @glastonbury ! Watch the full set now on @BBCiPlayer : #Glastonbury

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Happy birthday ‘Brass In Pocket’ - released 44 years ago today.

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Today marks the 38th anniversary of the iconic Live Aid Concert which took place on July 13, 1985. The Pretenders performed at Philadelphia's John F. Kennedy Stadium in front of 100,000 people.

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"I find it interesting when I hear people say, you know, why is Paul McCartney still playing? Why is Bob Dylan on the road? It’s because it was what we chose to do. We like it." - Chrissie Photo by David Vintiner

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The Pretenders' self titled debut album was released on this day in 1979, 44 years ago.

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What a weekend! The Pretenders were joined by Dave Grohl and @Johnny_Marr on the Park Stage at @glastonbury on Saturday night 🎸 Watch the full performance back on @BBCiPlayer . Pre-order The Pretenders’ new album ‘Relentless’ here: 📸 @KiPricePhoto

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This month marks 41 years since the release of 'Back on the Chain Gang' which was released as a single in 1982 and also included on The Pretenders' 1984 album 'Learning to Crawl'.

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Today marks 40 years since The Pretenders released 2000 Miles! What are your favourite memories with this festive classic?

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'Stop Your Sobbing', the A-side for The Pretenders' debut single was released in January, 45 years ago in 1979. This version of The Kinks' original track went on to spend 9 weeks in the UK @officialcharts .

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'Message Of Love' was released on this day 43 years ago in 1981. Originally featured on the Pretenders 1981 EP 'Extended Play', the song later went on to be re-released on 'Pretenders II.'

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That video with @Johnny_Marr went down well… who thinks it’s time for a reunion? Photos by Sean Dempsey and Jill Furmanovsy

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"I found a picture of you, those were the happiest days of my life" Track 2 - 'Back On The Chain Gang' #LearningToCrawl40

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Today marks the 42nd anniversary of the release of 'Louie Louie,' the closing track from The Pretenders' second studio album 'Pretenders II'.

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Pretenders are excited to announce their brand new album 'Relentless'! Out 1st Sept 2023 The first single 'Let The Sun Come In' is available to stream and download now. Photo: @KiPricePhoto

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'Precious' live from Wembley Stadium accompanied by Dave Grohl on bass. Who's ready to see The Pretenders take the stage this July as special guests of @foofighters across the US?

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This month in 1979, The Pretenders released their second single 'Kid' prior to the release of their debut album 'Pretenders'. Listen now:

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On this day in 1986, The Pretenders released 'Don't Get Me Wrong' as the lead single from their album 'Get Close.' The song went on to be their second Top 10 hit on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the US. Listen here:

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"Now come on baby, get in the road" Track 1 - 'Middle Of The Road' #LearningToCrawl40

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Today marks 30 years since the release of 'I'll Stand By You'.

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"Let me stay one more day, It would mean so much to me" - 'Never Do That' released May 1990.

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This week in 1980 saw Brass In Pocket reach UK number one, spending 17 consecutive weeks in the charts. Where did you first hear the song?

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An open letter to @realdonaldtrump , from Chrissie Hynde.

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An open Letter to @realDonaldTrump , President of the United States. Dear Mr. President, I often think of how much my father, Melville “Bud” Hynde, who proudly served his country as a Marine on Guadalcanal, would have enjoyed your Presidency. [p1.]

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What makes you feel like Christmas Time? '2000 Miles' has been added to @Spotify 's 'Christmas Hits' playlist, listen here:

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The studio album from The Pretenders, 'Learning To Crawl', turns 40 today! @RollingStone wrote, "To say that Learning to Crawl reconfirms Hynde as the most forceful female presence in rock already demeans her achievement..."

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"What's important in this world, a little boy, a little girl" Track 6 - 'Thumbelina' #LearningToCrawl40

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This month marks 44 years since the release of The Pretenders' top 10 charting single 'Talk Of The Town'. Photo by Ebury Press

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That moment when Dave Grohl joined The Pretenders on bass at Wembley Stadium, for the tribute concert to the late great Taylor Hawkins ❤️

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'Pretenders II' was released this month in 1981. What's your favourite track from the record?

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The Pretenders' studio album, 'Last Of The Independents', turns 30 today! What's your favourite track from the album?

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In 1988, The Pretenders covered 'The Windows Of The World' by @dionnewarwick , for the soundtrack to the film 1969. Can you spot @Johnny_Marr on guitar?

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Featured on the soundtrack for the movie '1969', The Pretenders' cover of 'Windows Of The World' featuring @Johnny_Marr on the guitar was released this month in 1988!

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Thank you to all who have come to a show this year. Where would you like to see The Pretenders play in 2024? Photo by Lindsey Byrnes

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The third single taken from 'Get Close', 'My Baby' was released this month back in 1987.

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Pretenders - Live In London, released on this day in 2010.

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To celebrate 40 years since the release of The Pretenders' third studio album 'Learning To Crawl', a special anniversary vinyl reissue is set to be released on the 7th June.

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The remastered '2000 Miles' music video is available to watch now: @Spotify 's Christmas Hits playlist, listen here:

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We're pleased to announce The Pretenders will be joining @foofighters on their upcoming 2024 US tour!

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On This Day in 1986, The Pretenders released 'Get Close'. The record featured the single 'Don't Get Me Wrong', which became The Pretenders' second top 10 hit on the Billboard Hot 100. Listen to 'Get Close' on Spotify:

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Watch 'Tattooed Love Boys' featuring @Johnny_Marr & Dave Grohl live at @glastonbury now on YouTube: You can also pre-order the upcoming Pretenders album 'Relentless' here: #Glastonbury

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The Pretenders' cover of 10cc's 'I'm Not In Love' was released on the soundtrack for the film 'Indecent Proposal' on this day in 1993.

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"Show me the meaning of the word, 'Cause I've heard so much about it" Track 5 - 'Show Me' 'Learning To Crawl' 40th Anniversary vinyl is released on the 7th June, pre-order your copy here: #LearningToCrawl40

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This week in 1999, The Pretenders' cover of Divinyls 'Human' entered the UK singles charts for its first week.

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In June 1994, The Pretenders released 'Night in My Veins' as the second single from the studio album 'Last of the Independents'. Listen now:

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"I gotta have some of your attention, give it to me" - @IsleOfWightFest , 2017. The Pretenders return to the festival this summer to headline the big top stage on Friday, 21st June!

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This month in 1971, The Persuaders released their hit single 'Thin Line Between Love and Hate' which was later covered by The Pretenders on their 1984 album 'Learning to Crawl'. The cover version also featured Paul Carrack on keyboard and backing vocals.

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What is your favourite Pretenders live moment of 2023?

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"I go to sleep, sleep And imagine that you're there with me" Originally written and recorded by The Kinks' Ray Davies, The Pretenders cover of 'I Go To Sleep' was featured on their studio album 'Pretenders II' which was released this month in 1981.

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What is your favourite Pretenders lyric to sing at a show? 📸 HDPhotography

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"Nobody's perfect, Not even a perfect gent." Track 3 - 'Time The Avenger' #LearningToCrawl40

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Reminder: The Pretenders are set to perform at #Glastonbury today at 19:45 BST on the Park Stage! Get ready for an incredible show as they are joined by some very special guests… Watch their set live on @BBCiPlayer : @glastonbury @Johnny_Marr

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March 1984, 'Show Me' was released as the fourth single from 'Learning To Crawl' in the US. Who still needs to own this record on vinyl?

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"I'll think of you Wherever you go" Have you seen the remastered video for '2000 Miles'? Watch it now:

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Watch The Pretenders' full performance of 'Kid' at #R2InThePark on YouTube now:

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Great to see Nancy and @PaulMcCartney enjoying The Pretenders at @glastonbury . You can watch the full set on @BBCiPlayer at Pre-order the new Pretenders album 'Relentless' here:

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Loose in L.A. recorded live at the Wiltern Theatre, Los Angeles February 2003.

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"The sweetest woman in the world, Could be the meanest woman in the world, If you make her that way" Track 8 - 'Thin Line Between Love and Hate' #LearningToCrawl40

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We're celebrating 40 years since the release of The Pretenders' third studio album, 'Learning To Crawl', with the release of a special anniversary vinyl. Pressed to clear or black vinyl, featuring the Chris Thomas remasters for the very first time! #LearningToCrawl40

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"It’s always been there for most of our lifetimes. There has never been a festival like it anywhere else." - CH. Saturday, 19:45 BST, The Park. And they're bringing friends, too…. 📸 @KiPricePhoto

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The Pretenders have released a brand new single 'A Love' into the world today. Watch the video now and listen to the track on your chosen streaming service: 'A Love' is taken from the upcoming album 'Relentless', released 15th September, 2023.

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9 months

The latest issue of @rock_and_folk magazine is now available for purchase and features Chrissie being interviewed by Jérôme Soligny. You can get your copy here:

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A great show last night in Brighton by the Pretenders, Chrissie Hynde. still top notch. 👏

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We're pleased to reveal that The Pretenders will be performing as part of @game_4_ukraine 's curated music show on August 5th at Stamford Bridge, Chelsea London.

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'Relentless' has been featured in both @MOJOmagazine and @uncutmagazine 's Albums Of The Year lists for 2023. Photo by David Vintiner

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“Chrissie Hynde and The Pretenders deliver the perfect evening of Rock ‘n’ Roll in its proper environment.” Read the live review from @louderthanwar here: 📸 Matt Cork Sugar

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As part of the 40th anniversary celebrations, the official video for The Pretenders' 1983 single '2000 Miles' is now available to watch in HD! Watch now on YouTube:

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One year ago today, The Pretenders released the first single, 'Let The Sun Come In', from their studio album 'Relentless'! Who's still listening? Photo by Chris Dinger Photography

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Throwback to The Pretenders, Johnny Marr, and Dave Grohl - representing an iconic moment at Glastonbury 2023

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Back in the UK tonight to headline the @EBallroomCamden , who will be there? 19:00 – Doors 20:30 – Pretenders Photo by blurred_culture

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Thanks to everyone who came along to Bellahouston Park in Glasgow yesterday. Next stop with @gunsnroses - London's Hyde Park this Friday. Will we see you there? 📸 Danny Mortimer

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There’s under two weeks to go until the 40th anniversary vinyl reissue of ‘Learning To Crawl’ is released, featuring the Chris Thomas remasters on vinyl for the very first time. Pre-order your copy now on clear or black vinyl here: Photo by Ron Wolfson

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We’re very pleased to announce Pretenders will be returning to Europe this September “New songs and old - something for everyone! XCH” Tickets on sale this Friday 23rd June at 9am UK / 10am CET through -PretendersHQ

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Live from The Stone Pony in New Jersey, who was there? The Pretenders take on the capital, Washington DC tonight. Here are the set times: Doors 8pm Pretenders 9pm Photo by Jeff Crespi

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Thank you Hyde Park. Next up - Deutsche Bank Park Stadium, Frankfurt with @gunsnroses . See you tonight, Germany! Photo by Lauren Frida

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I Go To Sleep' - Live in Sydney, 2010. The fifth single taken from 'Pretenders II', released on this day 42 years ago.

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"My city had been pulled down, Reduced to parking spaces" Track 7 - 'My City Was Gone' #LearningToCrawl40

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We’re very pleased to say that the Pretenders February 2023 tour in association with @IVW_UK has now fully sold out Which city will we be seeing you in? -PretendersHQ

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New album HATE FOR SALE has arrived. Grab your copy here: Available to stream, on CD and black heavyweight vinyl. Thank you for all the love and support. We can’t wait to play this for you live as soon as we get the chance... Stay safe. #HATEFORSALE

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Liverpool that was special. The Pretenders play the @O2RitzManc tonight, here are your set times: 19:30 – Doors 20:30 – Pretenders Photo by obsolescencephoto

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6 months

Europe, The Pretenders will see you in 2024. Tickets for the Oslo and Liege shows are now on sale. Get your tickets here: 📸 markcameron

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Last night in East Rutherford! Onto the @boweryballroom , New York next. Who are we seeing there? Doors: 19:00 Pretenders: 20:30 Photo by su_x_19

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"The music kicks and churns and growls without a hint of politeness. For Miss Hynde, it is clearly an album about beginnings rather than endings." - @nytimes , 1984 Photo by Aaron Rapoport

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The Pretenders' studio album 'Relentless' is out everywhere today! Featuring singles 'A Love', 'Let The Sun Come In', 'I Think About You Daily' and more. You can listen to the new album now:

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The reviews for 'Relentless' are coming in, and here's what @RecCollMag had to say in their five star review. You can pre-order your copy here:

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"Chrissie would just send the lyrics, with no guidelines at all as to how it should sound. I'd work out all the musical parts and send them back." 📸 psquaredmedia

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We are delighted to announce the Pretenders’ beautiful new track 'I Think About You Daily'. *Due to unforeseen production delays, ‘Relentless’ will now be released on 15th September 2023 via @parlophone Pre-order Relentless here:

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Hi All! You’re probably wondering what superstars like myself do on new year’s eve.

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"James has been on a real melodic journey, and I’ve been going along for the ride. Melody is the thing I miss the most in a lot of modern music. I can write a lyric quickly, then send it to him and he'll send it back with a musical idea..."

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We're pleased to announce 'An Evening With... The Pretenders' US tour 2024 Fan presale begins 10am local time tomorrow - Wednesday 20th March through General on sale goes live this Friday 22nd March, at 10am local. Where will we be seeing you?

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Thank you @BBCRadio2 for making 'Let The Sun Come In' your Record of the Week this week. Did you hear it? 📻

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Learning To Crawl on tour in '84 Photo by Ross Marino

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36 years ago this month, The Pretenders released 'If There was a Man' for the 1987 James Bond film 'The Living Daylights'.

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We’re pleased to announce The Pretenders will be headlining some additional intimate shows whilst in the States this year. 16 Aug – New York, NY @ Bowery Ballroom 26 Aug – Nashville, TN @ Blue Room at Third Man Records 29 Aug – Asbury Park, NJ @ The Stone Pony

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Taking 'Relentless' out on the road. Tonight - Columbia Theatre, Berlin Listen to the new album here: Photo by gigsbysimone

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A Love - The brand new single from The Pretenders' upcoming album 'Relentless'. Watch the video and listen now:

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1 year

That's right - The Pretenders are now on TikTok #Pretenders #ChrissieHynde Follow The Pretenders on TikTok @ThePretendersHQ

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'Packed!' was released on this day in 1990. "The Pretenders sound like they do, supremely melodic... whatever the motif, the songs are carried along, Johnny Marr's guitar notwithstanding, on Hynde's assured tremolo" - @RollingStone