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The legendary English band, now re-formed, reunited and reinvigorated, return with their first LP in over a dozen years, with a sound that recalls the punk energy of their 1970s albums while sounding completely modern. Note that 7 of the 11 tracks here are also found in some form on 2002's twin "Read & Burn" EPs.
| LABEL: | Pink Flag |
| RELEASE DATE: | 28 April 2003 |
| DISCS: | 1 disc |
| GENRE(S): | Alternative, Rock |
NOTES: Orders through the Post Everything website are accompanied by a free live CD of Wire's September 2002 performance in Chicago. Also available on vinyl with extra tracks.
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The average user rating for this album is 10.0 (out of 10) based on 4 User Votes
Note: User votes are NOT included in the Metascore calculation.
Scott S gave it a10:
I own three CDs by this band (Send, A Bell is A Cup Until it is Struck, and The Ideal Copy). There is no common denominator...everything sounds different. Better yet, all their stuff seems to break new ground in rock. Send rocks heavily in a sort of post-punk, heavily synthesized and brilliantly mixed fashion. It's difficult not to tap your toes and wince as your eardrums are accosted by harsh vocals, guitars, and effects. Not to mention a consistent fast drum beat that keeps the rocous sound frothing and boiling without falling apart. What Wire has done here seems like a logical extension of their early experimental punk and 80s synth pop stuff. The lyrics continue to be sparse and artsy, the music is just...different. I cannot think of any other band that is breaking new ground in musical frontiers 30 years after their first album. Very impressive.
nick s gave it a 10:
"spent" ranks with anything they have done. This song alone is worth blowing a pair of speakers for.
olznillz tha man gave it a 10:
Absoultely brilliant. What more is there to say?
adam m gave it a 10:
the best "comeback album" i've heard, bar none. screw the eagles.
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