Frank Infante
- Known For
- Acting
- Born
- November 15, 1951 in New York City, New York, USA
- Age
- 74
- Active Years
- 1989–1989 (1 Years)
- Total Credits
- 15 credits in database
Biography
Frank Infante is an American guitarist, bassist, and actor born in New York City on November 15, 1951. He is best known as a former member of the new wave band Blondie. Infante began his music career in the early 1970s playing guitar in hard rock and electric blues groups such as The Elegant End and World War III. He joined the band Sniper in 1975, and later joined Blondie in 1977 as a session player replacing bassist Gary Valentine. Blondie released their second album Plastic Letters in 1978, on which Infante played bass and guitar, though he was not pictured on the cover. Later that year, the recruitment of bassist Nigel Harrison allowed Infante to switch to playing guitar full-time. As an actor, his credits include Tales from the Crypt.
Career overview
Frank Infante was born on November 15, 1951, in New York City, New York, USA. He is an American guitarist and bassist best known as a former member of the new wave band Blondie. His professional career as a musician began in the early 1970s when he started playing guitar in hard rock and electric blues groups such as The Elegant End and World War III. He joined the band Sniper in 1975.
Infante joined Blondie in 1977 as a session player, replacing bassist Gary Valentine. Blondie released their second album, Plastic Letters, in 1978. Infante played bass and guitar on the album, though he was not pictured on its cover. Later in 1978, Blondie recruited bassist Nigel Harrison, which allowed Infante to switch to playing guitar full-time. In addition to his musical career, Infante is also known for acting, with credits including Tales from the Crypt.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
15 titles- When Blondie Came to Britain (2023) as Self
- The Dancing Man of L.A. (2021) as Self (archive footage)
- Blondie's New York and the Making of Parallel Lines (2014) as Self
- Blondie: Live at CBGB 1977 (2014) as Self
- Blondie: Live at the Apollo (2013) as Self
- Blondie: One Way or Another (2006) as Self
- Blondie: Live at Beat Club 1978 (2006) as Self - Guitar
- Blondie Greatest Video Hits (2002) as Self
- Tales from the Crypt (1989) as Guitar Player
- Roadie (1980) as Self
- Blondie: Eat to the Beat (1980) as Self
- Blondie: Live at Asbury Park Convention Hall (1979) as Self
- Blondie in Concert (1979) as Self
- Midi Première (1975) as Self - Blondie
- Rock Concert (1973) as Self
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Frank Infante best known for?
Frank Infante is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Tales from the Crypt (1989), Midi Première (1975), Rock Concert (1973).
When and where was Frank Infante born?
Frank Infante was born on November 15, 1951 in New York City, New York, USA.
How many credits does Frank Infante have?
Frank Infante has 15 film and television credits listed on archytele, with work dated in 1989.
What is Frank Infante's background in cinema and television?
Frank Infante is an American guitarist, bassist, and actor born in New York City on November 15, 1951. He is best known as a former member of the new wave band Blondie. Infante began his music career in the early 1970s playing guitar in hard rock and electric blues groups such as The Elegant End and World War III. He j...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Midi Première (1975) as Self - Blondie — aged about 23
- Rock Concert (1973) as Self — aged about 21
- Tales from the Crypt (1989) as Guitar Player — aged about 37
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