A–Z
Colin Newman · 1980
58 min · 17 tracks · post-punk
A fractured blend of post-punk energy and experimental textures, pushing boundaries with its jagged rhythms and incisive lyrics.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- wave-like pacing with intensity shifts
- dynamic flow of varied emotions
- engaging headphone detail exploration
- short tracks for quick engagement
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer straightforward, consistent rhythms
- seek long, immersive experiences
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in January 1980, 'A–Z' is Colin Newman's second solo album following his debut, 'Aerial', which came out in 1979. At this time, Newman was navigating his identity outside of Wire, the influential band he co-founded. The album marks a significant step in Newman's artistic evolution as he began to experiment more boldly with sound and structure.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Dolphin· Swans· The Sisters of Mercy
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 I’ve Waited Ages 5:05
- 2 & Jury 2:47
- 3 Alone 3:57
- 4 Order for Order 2:44
- 5 Image 4:18
- 6 Life on Deck 3:12
- 7 Troisieme 4:09
- 8 S-S-S-Star Eyes 2:10
- 9 Seconds to Last 7:08
- 10 Inventory 2:11
- 11 But No 3:06
- 12 B 2:59
- 13 The Classic Remains 3:52
- 14 Alone on Piano 1:56
- 15 This Picture 3:31
- 16 Not Me 2:39
- 17 Don’t Bring Reminders 2:22
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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