The Ting Tings

Q: Who influenced The Ting Tings?

Blondie, Talking Heads, Ramones. Each connection on MusicRoots cites a published source.

United Kingdom, 2007–now

English duo from Salford — Katie White and Jules De Martino — formed in 2007. Their debut We Started Nothing ('That's Not My Name', 'Shut Up and Let Me Go') delivered bright, punchy new-wave-influenced dance-pop that dominated 2008 radio.

MusicRoots documents 3 artists who influenced The Ting Tings and 0 artists The Ting Tings influenced in turn. Every connection cites a published source.

Who influenced The Ting Tings?

Blondie — Blondie's punchy new-wave pop is a clear model for the Ting Tings' bright, hooky dance-pop.
Talking Heads — Talking Heads' angular new-wave rhythm feeds the Ting Tings' spiky, dance-oriented pop.
Ramones — Part of the post-punk and new wave the Ting Tings drew on, with Blondie and Talking Heads.