Why this album works
'The Ideal Copy' received critical acclaim, noted for its innovation and influence on post-punk and art rock. It solidified Wire's status as a pioneering band within the underground music scene, earning spots on various alternative charts and influencing subsequent artists seeking to blend punk ethos with avant-garde sensibilities.
- Best for
- dynamic exploration of themes wave-like pacing and flow immersive listening sessions
- Context
- Released in 1987, 'The Ideal Copy' is Wire's fifth studio album and marks their return to the music scene after a five-year hiatus. This period followed their experimental phase in the early 80s, showcasing a shift towards more refined production techniques and an embrace of new wave elements.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Butthole Surfers· Mark Mothersbaugh· The Boomtown Rats
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Point of Collapse 3:22
- 2 Ahead 4:59
- 3 Madman’s Honey Standout 4:28
- 4 Feed Me Standout 6:00
- 5 Ambitious 4:05
- 6 Cheeking Tongues 2:08
- 7 Still Shows Standout 4:10
- 8 Over Theirs 5:25
- 9 “A Serious of Snakes” 4:53
- 10 Drill 5:04
- 11 Advantage in Height 3:06
- 12 Up to the Sun 2:50
- 13 Ambulance Chasers (live) 3:02
- 14 Feed Me (live) 4:31
- 15 Vivid Riot of Red (live) 2:33
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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