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154
by Wire
The 613th greatest album of all time
154, released in 1979 by Wire, shifts further from straightforward punk into art punk and avant-garde territory, pairing concise, angular songwriting with more atmospheric production and experimental textures. The album features taut, propulsive rhythms, jagged guitars, understated synth and studio effects, and oblique lyrics that emphasize mood and arrangement over punk immediacy. Its cooler, more abstract approach marks a clear step toward the band's artier, experimental side.
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