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BLONDIED, The Ultimate Blondie tribute!

The closest thing you’ll get to the real thing!

Fronted by Michelle Hendriks, a performer with extensive experience on stage and screen, Blondied is the UK’s leading tribute to Debbie Harry and Blondie. With exceptional musicianship, powerful vocals and a dynamic live show, Blondied captures the energy and spirit of the original band.

Featuring all the classic hits from Heart of Glass and Atomic to Call Me and Maria, Blondied is a high energy act with global experience and major festival appearances including Silverstone F1, Rewind and Guilfest 2025. The band’s chemistry, talent and dedication are at the heart of every performance, led by Michelle’s natural stage presence and connection with the crowd. Paying respectful tribute to one of the most influential and iconic bands of all time!

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Michelle H

Michelle Hendriks – The Voice and Vision Behind Blondied
Blondied is the creation of Michelle Hendriks whose striking resemblance to Debbie Harry and flawless vocal match have made her one of the most recognisable names on the UK tribute scene.
Michelle’s TV appearances include ITV’s Stars and Their Doubles where she wowed audiences with Sunday Girl earning a return invite for the show’s awards special. She also performed Heart of Glass on PLAY UK’s Pop-elgangers and appeared in two series of Yorkshire TV’s The Local broadcast live from Emmerdale’s famous Woolpack Inn. More recently she featured on Donny Osmond’s BBC show Identity.
With years of live experience and a natural stage presence Michelle brings Debbie Harry to life with stunning accuracy. Every detail from the voice to the look to the iconic moves is delivered with style energy and authenticity.
As the driving force behind Blondied Michelle continues to lead the band with passion professionalism and the kind of star quality that makes every show unforgettable!

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Phil H

Phil Hendriks is the lead singer, guitarist, and main songwriter of The Stiffs, the band he founded in 1976. He has also performed as a touring guitarist with Eric Faulkner’s Bay City Rollers (2008–2011), Leslie McKeown’s 70s Bay City Rollers, and was part of the Bay City Rollers’ 2015/16 reunion live band. Additionally, he toured New Zealand and Australia with original Paper Lace members Phil Wright and Cliff Fish.

Phil is the co-founder of Blondied, along with his wife and lead singer Michelle. He has been with the band since its inception, bringing his signature guitar style, strong backing vocals, and dynamic stage presence as a valued and integral member of the group.

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Riko B

Riko plays bass for Blondied, bringing a style that captures the authentic Blondie sound.

He has performed in a wide range of bands across genres from punk to classic rock. In addition to his bass work, Riko is an accomplished vocalist and contributes backing vocals alongside Phil.

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Rhys T

'Rhys, also an original member of Blondied , replicates the sound of Jimmy Destri's keyboards with his armory of vintage synths and keyboards. Affectionately known as 'The Professor'.Rhys's authentic sound completes the Blondie ensemble and really adds something special to the show.

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Rick C

Rick Cook on drums brings a style influenced by Clem Burke, Blondie’s original drummer.

He has performed and recorded with artists including The Animals, Buster James Band, the Pat Cash Band, and members of FM, Thunder, and Iron Maiden. He received a platinum award disc from EMI Records for his drumming on British Lion, the debut solo album by Iron Maiden bassist Steve Harris.

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GIG DATES

  • Sat 26 Jul '25 StagsFest at Mansfield One Call Stadium, Field Mill, Quarry Ln, Mansfield NG18 5DA, UK
    Blondied at StagsFest 2025 – The Ultimate Tribute Festival!
  • Sun 27 Jul '25 Beacon Park Festival, Beacon Park, 14 Swan Rd, Lichfield WS13 6QZ, UK
    Join us for a 2-day summer festival in the heart of Lichfield - Beacon Park! Enjoy live music from world-renowned tribute acts
  • Fri 01 Aug '25 Leicester Sausage and Cider Festival, Cattows Farm, Cattows Farm, Normanton Ln, Heather, Coalville LE67 2TD
    Fri, Aug 01 Less info The Leicestershire Sausage & Cider Festival returns in 2025 for a one-off event to celebrate our 10th anniversary!
  • Sat 09 Aug '25 Fake Festival Leicester, Victoria Park, Granville Rd, Leicester LE1 7RY, UK
    Join us at Leicester Fake Festival, a 1-day, tribute-based live music extravaganza and a proud stop on our 2025 UK Tour
  • Sun 17 Aug '25 REWIND 80’s Festival Henley, Remenham, Henley-on-Thames RG9 3DD, UK
    Back for a third time and ready to detonate! Blondied is hitting Rewind Henley with an Atomic set of 80s Blondie power! This iconic festival knows how we do it
  • Sun 24 Aug '25 The BIG Tribute Festival, Lovesgrove, Aberystwyth SY23 3HW
    Get ready for another three days of live music and family friendly entertainment, including three nights of free on site camping and parking, at unbeatable value!
  • Sun 31 Aug '25 The BIG Fake Festival, Walesby Forest, Walesby Forest, Newark NG22 9NG
    24 jaw-dropping Fake Bands – 3 days of spine-tingling tunes
  • Mon 01 Sep '25 Frinton Summer Festival (Big Top), The McGrigor Hall, The McGrigor Hall, 85 Fourth Ave, Frinton-on-Sea CO13 9EB
    Blondied are coming to Frinton! live under The Big Top and like you’ve never seen us before! Get ready for a night of iconic hits, high energy and 100 percent Blondie attitude
  • Sun 07 Sep '25 Oakfest Donegal, Raphoe Demesne, Sheeplane, Co. Donegal, Ireland
    Donegal’s family friendly festival returns with a musical line-up including a long list of the country’s best musical talent coming together for a two-day live music festival
  • Sat 20 Sep '25 Yardbirds Rock Club Grimsby, Yardbirds Rock Club, Church St, Grimsby DN32 7DD
    A welcome return to one of the UK’s best live music venues
  • Sat 04 Oct '25 The Mildmay Club, 33-34 Newington Grn, London N16 9PR
    Blondied bring the iconic sound and style of Blondie to life with high energy, hit-packed sets and a striking stage show. A festival favourite, now live at The Mildmay Club.
  • Sat 04 Oct '25 The Mildmay Club, 33-34 Newington Grn, London N16 9PR
    Blondied bring the iconic sound and style of Blondie to life with high energy, hit-packed sets and a striking stage show. A festival favourite, now live at The Mildmay Club.
  • Fri 10 Oct '25 Butlins Skegness, Butlins Skegness Resort, Ingoldmells, Skegness PE25 1NJ
    We love the 70s and we bet you do too, so Dance the night away to BLONDIED Big name acts & other top tribute acts and DJ sets.
  • Sat 08 Nov '25 The Flowerpot Derby, The Flowerpot, 19-25 King St, Derby DE1 3DZ
    Are you ready for a night of iconic hits, high-energy vibes, and pure rock ‘n’ roll nostalgia as BLONDIED brings the magic of Blondie & Debbie Harry to life!
  • Sat 22 Nov '25 Our Lady’s KK Club, 77 Occupation Rd, Corby NN17 1EE
    Blondied’s first appearance at OLKK Club
  • Fri 28 Nov '25 Festival Inn Trowell, Festival Inn, Ilkeston Rd, Trowell, Nottingham NG9 3PX
    Doors open at 7.00pm and the show starts at 8.00pm. For tickets please call David Clifford on: 07917 773003

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