1985–1990: The A List
74 min · 16 tracks · art punk
A frenetic blend of art punk and experimental soundscapes, brimming with angular guitars and inventive rhythms.
Why this album works
This compilation highlights Wire's innovative approach during a key phase in alternative music, reflecting a critical reception that noted their influence on post-punk and new wave genres. It solidified their legacy with tracks that showcased the band's experimental tendencies, attracting both new fans and longtime followers alike.
- Best for
- dynamic journey with peaks frenetic bursts of energy headphone detail hunting
- Context
- Released in 1990, '1985–1990: The A List' is a compilation album that captures Wire's evolution as they transitioned from their early punk roots to a more avant-garde sound. This period followed their acclaimed 'A Bell Is a Cup' and marked a time when the band was exploring various musical styles while maintaining their distinctive edge.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Butthole Surfers· Mark Mothersbaugh· The Boomtown Rats
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Ahead 5:00
- 2 Kidney Bingos 4:09
- 3 A Serious of Snakes 4:44
- 4 Eardrum Buzz Standout 4:14
- 5 Drill Standout 5:03
- 6 Ambitious 4:11
- 7 In Vivo 3:25
- 8 The Finest Drops 4:56
- 9 Madman’s Honey Standout 4:29
- 10 Over Theirs 5:27
- 11 Silk Skin Paws 4:51
- 12 The Queen of Ur & The King of Um 4:01
- 13 Torch It! 7:25
- 14 Advantage in Height 3:04
- 15 Point of Collapse 3:24
- 16 Feed Me 5:58
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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