Tom Verlaine, Influential Guitarist and Songwriter in the Band Television, Dies at 73

The musician, who had a large impact on the punk rock era in the 70s, died following a brief illness.

in early 1977. While the album got the attention of critics, it didn’t bode well for American audiences, but it did reach the charts in the U.K., in 1978. Shortly after, they broke up, and Verlaine pursued a solo career. The band got back together in 1991, nearly 14 years after its split, and recorded a new album, Television, for Capitol Records. The reunion was short-lived, however, as the group disbanded again in 1993.

In total, Verlaine released eight solo albums, including his self-titled debut record in 1979 and his most successful album

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