Debbie Harry: Madonna is “a force to be reckoned with”

In an interview for Bang Showbiz, Blondie frontwoman Debbie Harry talked about Lady Gaga and Madonna.
Here’s what she had to say…

“Gaga is truly talented and slightly mad. I find her encouraging.
It’s such a conservative period in the US. We have even had attempts at censorship, which I find appalling and terrible.
Artists like Gaga are necessary during periods like this.

Was I aware Madonna was copying certain elements of my style?
Yes.
Did I mind? Some parts yes, some parts no.
It was love/hate.
I loved her wildness and sexuality.
‘Borderline’ was the material I found most interesting.
She is a force to be reckoned with in the industry – and I commend that.”