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  1. Television was an American rock band from New York City, most notably active in the 1970s. The group's most prominent lineup consisted of Tom Verlaine (vocals, guitar), Richard Lloyd (guitar), Billy Ficca (drums), and Fred Smith (bass).

  2. Television, American rock group that played a prominent role in the emergence of the punk–new-wave movement. With Television’s first single, “Little Johnny Jewel” (1975), and much-touted debut album, Marquee Moon (1977), the extended guitar solo found a place in a movement that generally rebelled.

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  3. Television were a New York punk band formed by friends Tom Verlaine and Richard Hell. As the band approached success, Hell was forced out due to having too much energy and a lack of talent.

  4. Explore Television's discography including top tracks, albums, and reviews. Learn all about Television on AllMusic.

  5. Oct 23, 2005 · Television was a short-lived band with a massive impact. This is the story of Tom Verlaine, Richard Hell, Richard Lloyd and the legacy they left.

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  6. Jan 28, 2023 · Tom Verlaine, a founder, lead vocalist and guitarist for '70s N.Y. rock band Television, has died. He was 73 years old.

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  8. Feb 8, 2017 · In 1974, an unknown band named Television convinced CBGB owner Hilly Kristal to let them take over the club's typically dead Sunday night, unwittingly kicking off New York’s punk scene.

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