Verlaine was the bands lead singer and did most of the songwriting.
The former Thomas Miller adopted the name of poet Paul Verlaine as an added touch.
Signed to Elektra Records, Televisions first major label album,Marquee Moon,arrived in 1977.
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They came back together for a 1992 album for Capitol Records and occasional live gigs after that.
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Verlaines solo career saw him release eight solo albums from 1979 to 1992.
He also spent time supporting Patti Smith on her albumsGone Again, Gung Ho, Twelve,andBanga.
No information on survivors or memorial plans have been announced.
