Title: Point of collapse
Product review: This strangely titled album is named after the number of concerts Wire had played up to the time they started recording this piece of avantgarde wave rock. "154" is widely regarded as a classic by Wire, but even after several listenings I just don't know why. As the reviewer below said, I also think it's too arty and out-of-focus. The songs are too sketchy, inconsistent, and chaotically arranged. The melodies are often weak and somehow not fully developed. The only song that leaves a lasting impression is "The 15th", the rest is hardly memorable and not enjoyable. I think "Pink Flag", "Chairs missing", and the subsequent 1986 album "The ideal copy" are much more rewarding and palatable. Not every snip of music needs to be released, even if it was done by a band called Wire. My advice: Check out the Wire tribute album "Whore", featuring great cover versions from bands like Godflesh, Laika, Main, and Bark Psychosis.
Would you say this review depicts the product in a flattering or unflattering light?
