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  1. On This Day August 15 1981 – Pretenders II by The Pretenders Was Released

    On This Day August 15 1981 – Pretenders II by The Pretenders Was Released

    On this day August 15 1981, Pretenders II arrived as the second studio album from The Pretenders, solidifying the band’s status as one of the most compelling rock acts of the early 80s. Building on the success of their debut, the album blends sharp songwriting, driving guitar work, and Chrissie...
  2. On This Day: June 16, 1982 - Pretenders Guitarist James Honeyman-Scott Passes Away

    On This Day: June 16, 1982 - Pretenders Guitarist James Honeyman-Scott Passes Away

    On this day June 16, 1982, James Honeyman-Scott, lead guitarist for the Pretenders, died at the age of 25 from a cocaine overdose. His sudden passing came just two days after bassist Pete Farndon was dismissed from the band due to drug issues, marking a tragic and turbulent moment in the...
  3. On This Day: May 5, 1984 - Chrissie Hynde Marries Jim Kerr

    On This Day: May 5, 1984 - Chrissie Hynde Marries Jim Kerr

    On May 5, 1984, Chrissie Hynde, lead singer of the Pretenders, married Jim Kerr, frontman of Simple Minds. The union brought together two of the most recognizable voices in 1980s rock, both known for their powerful stage presence and chart topping hits on opposite sides of the Atlantic. The...
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    The Pretenders Released Get Close - November 4, 1986

    On this day, November 4, 1986, The Pretenders released their fourth album, Get Close. Featuring the hit single “Don’t Get Me Wrong,” the album reached #25 on the Billboard charts in the U.S. and climbed to #6 in the UK. Known for its blend of rock and pop with Chrissie Hynde’s unmistakable...
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