What makes The Pleasure of Your Company by Models notable?

This album is significant for its critical reception, particularly in Australia where it helped Models gain national attention, contributing to their subsequent commercial success. It features tracks that resonated with the zeitgeist of the early '80s, influencing a generation of alternative rock bands and marking a vital point in the new wave movement. Released on October 1, 1983, 'The Pleasure of Your Company' was Models' second album, following their debut 'Penelope Tango' from 1982. At this stage, the band was solidifying their place in the Australian new wave scene, experimenting with a more polished sound that showcased their growth as musicians.