Blondie’s Deborah Harry is back, and much the worse for wear. Submitted as evidence: Her new album, “Necessary Evil.” What was once a clear, clean voice and a hallmark of New Wave has been replaced by something sounding like Betty Boop on downers.

I don’t expect singers of 62 to retain the sound they had in their 20’s and 30’s (or even 50’s, when she recorded the fine single “Maria” with Blondie). But the descent of her range, coupled with an odd sing-speak choice of delivery, is a shock. Click here if you’d like to judge for yourself.

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