Chrissie Hynde, legendary lead singer of The Pretenders, reminisces about her past and shares some anecdotes that offer a glimpse into her life as a punk rock icon.
The film Grace of My Heart, released in 1996, influenced Chrissie's decision to record an album of duets. However, she initially thought of other artists, like Low and Cass McCombs, but ultimately ended up recording with Rufus Wainwright, whom she had met after a conversation with his husband.
Chrissie has covered Morrissey's Every Day Is Like Sunday in the past and is featured on Duets Special. She reveals that her conversations with Morrissey rarely reach a philosophical or moral impasse, as they often focus on their shared vegetarianism and music. The two musicians have remained close friends over the years.
The Pretenders' debut album turned 45 this year, prompting Chrissie to reflect on how much was in the works before she met Pete Farndon, Jimmy Honeyman-Scott, and Martin Chambers, her band members at the time. She remembers meeting Benji Lysaght, who produced Duets Special, after he approached her about James Honeyman-Scott's guitar playing.
Chrissie also shares that The Pretenders' 2000 Miles is back on airwaves for Christmas, a festive song she wrote a year after Jimmy Honeyman-Scott's death. She regrets not being able to purchase the guitar rental company would sell her the instrument she had fallen in love with.
Chrissie has appeared in an episode of Friends and recalls that Warners asked her to contribute a song for the show, but she didn't realize it was going to be featured prominently until after filming took place. She's also shared that meeting Johnny Rotten was a pivotal moment, as he invited her to join the Pistols. However, Chrissie doesn't think she would have made it work with either Johnny Rotten or Sid Vicious.
Chrissie maintains friendships with some punk scene women, such as Jordan and Vivienne Westwood's associate, Gaye Advert, whom she admired for her beauty and boldness.
The film Grace of My Heart, released in 1996, influenced Chrissie's decision to record an album of duets. However, she initially thought of other artists, like Low and Cass McCombs, but ultimately ended up recording with Rufus Wainwright, whom she had met after a conversation with his husband.
Chrissie has covered Morrissey's Every Day Is Like Sunday in the past and is featured on Duets Special. She reveals that her conversations with Morrissey rarely reach a philosophical or moral impasse, as they often focus on their shared vegetarianism and music. The two musicians have remained close friends over the years.
The Pretenders' debut album turned 45 this year, prompting Chrissie to reflect on how much was in the works before she met Pete Farndon, Jimmy Honeyman-Scott, and Martin Chambers, her band members at the time. She remembers meeting Benji Lysaght, who produced Duets Special, after he approached her about James Honeyman-Scott's guitar playing.
Chrissie also shares that The Pretenders' 2000 Miles is back on airwaves for Christmas, a festive song she wrote a year after Jimmy Honeyman-Scott's death. She regrets not being able to purchase the guitar rental company would sell her the instrument she had fallen in love with.
Chrissie has appeared in an episode of Friends and recalls that Warners asked her to contribute a song for the show, but she didn't realize it was going to be featured prominently until after filming took place. She's also shared that meeting Johnny Rotten was a pivotal moment, as he invited her to join the Pistols. However, Chrissie doesn't think she would have made it work with either Johnny Rotten or Sid Vicious.
Chrissie maintains friendships with some punk scene women, such as Jordan and Vivienne Westwood's associate, Gaye Advert, whom she admired for her beauty and boldness.
it's like music has a way of connecting us with things that we just can't have, you know? anyway, it's cool to see her reminiscing about old times and sharing some behind-the-scenes stories... i mean who wouldn't want to hang out with morrissey, right? 
but seriously, chrissie's been making music for like forever, and she still manages to keep it real and authentic... that's something we can all learn from 
She's so down to earth about her past and has some really cool stories about meeting Morrissey 
I've always been a fan of The Pretenders, their music is just timeless. It's awesome that she's remained friends with people from the punk scene over the years 
Chrissie's thoughts on not being able to get the guitar for 2000 Miles are so relatable 
The way she reminisces about recording Duets Special with Rufus Wainwright is so relatable - who hasn't had those conversations where you're like, "oh, we should totally collaborate"? 
And can we talk about how cool it is that Morrissey and Chrissie are BFFs over shared values? Their vegetarianism vibes are everything! 
I'm also dying to know more about the behind-the-scenes of The Pretenders' 2000 Miles - it's like, what was going through Chrissie's mind when she wrote that song after Jimmy Honeyman-Scott's passing? 
. She had some really interesting encounters in the past, like meeting Johnny Rotten, which could've been a game-changer, but I'm not sure it would've worked out either way 
. It's cool that she's remained friends with people from the punk scene, though - Jordan and Gaye Advert are both legends in their own right 
. And can we talk about how awesome her music is? The Pretenders' 2000 Miles is such a great Christmas song, and it's amazing how much of her life story has influenced her art 
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Chrissie Hynde is like a legend in my eyes, you know? 
It's amazing to see how music has brought her closer to friends like Johnny Rotten and Vivienne Westwood's associate Gaye Advert. 
They might have been part of the punk scene, but Chrissie remains true to herself and her art. 
The Pretenders' 2000 Miles being back on airwaves for Christmas is giving me all the feels! 
I'm so grateful for music legends like Chrissie Hynde who inspire us with their talent and kindness. #ChrissieHyndeForever #PunkRockIcon #DuetsSpecial #MusicLegend
. Her friendship with Morrissey is so inspiring - they're like two peas in a pod, sharing their passion for vegetarianism and music 
. Chrissie's story about how much was in the works before she met her band members is so fascinating! And I love that '2000 Miles' is back on airwaves for Christmas - it's such a beautiful song 
. Also, who knew Rufus Wainwright was her duet partner? Rufus is so talented! 
. Gaye Advert is definitely a legend!
. They're just like two peas in a pod, aren't they? 
. Maybe she wouldn't have recorded Duets Special? Either way, it's been a fascinating peek into Chrissie's life 
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. It's amazing how music has a way of bringing people together, and Chrissie's friendships with Morrissey and Gaye Advert are a testament to that 
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anyway just rewatching "friends" for the millionth time lol 
. But what I find really fascinating is how she looks back on her collaborations with Johnny Rotten and Sid Vicious... like, whoa, that's some intense history 
. Anyway, it's clear Chrissie has always stayed true to herself (and her music) throughout the years, and that's something we can all respect