Wire

Wire is an English post-punk 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 In 2008, Margaret Fielder McGinnis of Laika joined the band as their touring guitarist, but as of 2010 has been replaced by Matt Simms.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

Influenced by: Gang of Four, Throbbing Gristle, Captain Beefheart

Active:

1976-1980, reformed 1985-present

Scene:

UK post-punk / Watford

Side projects

• Dome
• Cupol

• Peter Hook and the LightTue, Sep 8
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• FashionMon, Jul 20
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• The DamnedWed, Oct 21
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• 5th of FourFri, Jul 10
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• The Psychedelic FursSun, Aug 23
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• The TakesMon, Oct 5
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• The ChurchFri, Jun 26
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• YARD ACTSat, Aug 15
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