Why this album works
'Turns and Strokes' is notable for its critical reception, with several reviewers praising its adventurous spirit and unique approach within the post-punk landscape. The album further solidified Wire's influence on new generations of musicians seeking to push boundaries in genre conventions.
- Best for
- dynamic progression with peaks short bursts of intensity intricate explorations of themes
- Context
- By the time 'Turns and Strokes' was released in 1996, Wire had already established their reputation as pioneers of art punk since their debut in 1977. This album followed a period of artistic exploration, including their earlier release 'The First Letter' in 1991, marking their return after a significant hiatus and showcasing their evolving sound.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Butthole Surfers· Mark Mothersbaugh· The Boomtown Rats
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Safe Standout 1:40
- 2 Lorries 4:09
- 3 A Panamanian Craze? Standout 16:41
- 4 Remove for Improvement 1:57
- 5 The Spare One 3:07
- 6 Over My Head 4:18
- 7 12XU 2:08
- 8 Inventory 2:59
- 9 A Ritual View 2:52
- 10 Part of Our History Standout 5:52
- 11 Second Length (Our Swimmer) 2:52
- 12 Catapult 30 5:07
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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