Wire

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Wire is a band formed in 1976 in Watford, England and after splitting in 1980, have reformed three times. They consist of Colin Newman (vocals, guitar), Graham Lewis (vocals, bass) and Robert Gotobed (drums). Founding guitarist Bruce Gilbert left in 2004. In 2008, Margaret Fielder McGinnis of Laika joined the band as their touring guitarist, but as of 2010 has been replaced by Matt Simms.

Wire's debut album, Pink Flag (1977), contains songs which are diverse in mood and style, but most use a minimalist punk approach, unorthodox structures, and several songs are under a minute in length; "Field Day For The Sundays" is only 28 seconds long.

Genres

Post-Punk Punk Rock Art Punk New Wave Industrial Rock

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Style over time

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Wire members

Current members: Colin Newman (guitar, lead vocals, original), Graham Lewis (bass guitar, lead vocals, original), Robert Gotobed (drums (drum set), original), Matthew Simms (guitar)