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Queer

by The Wolfgang Press

Released: August 05, 1991

Post-punk, post-industrial

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Why This Album Matters

This album matters because its strongest editorial story is: Chart Success.

The Album

"Queer" is the sixth studio album by British alternative indie rock band The Wolfgang Press. The album was released in September 1991 through 4AD, marking a shift in the band's musical style. The band previously operated within the realm of gothic and post-punk music, but "Queer" demonstrated their turn to a dance-oriented sound.

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The line-up for this album included Michael Allen…

The line-up for this album included Michael Allen (vocals, bass), Mark Cox (keyboards), and Andrew Gray (guitar).

Throughout the album, dynamic basslines, variable tempos, and…

Throughout the album, dynamic basslines, variable tempos, and Allen's distinctive moody baritone lend to a sound that starkly contrasts with the band's earlier releases.

Musically, it draws from numerous genres, adding depth…

Musically, it draws from numerous genres, adding depth and variety to the stylistic palette.

Despite its breakaway from their traditional sound, "Queer"…

Despite its breakaway from their traditional sound, "Queer" is considered by many as a standout moment in The Wolfgang Press's discography.

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Reception

Predominantly known for their distinctive dark and atmospheric sound, the trio ventured into pop, soul, and dance music with the release of "Queer." The album contains the band's U.S. hit single "A Girl Like You", which reached number one on the Modern Rock Tracks chart. The album was critically well-received and is viewed as a unique, diverse, and adventurous piece of work.

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The Complete Album Story

The line-up for this album included Michael Allen (vocals, bass), Mark Cox (keyboards), and Andrew Gray (guitar). Predominantly known for their distinctive dark and atmospheric sound, the trio ventured into pop, soul, and dance music with the release of "Queer." The album contains the band's U.S. hit single "A Girl Like You", which reached number one on the Modern Rock Tracks chart.

The album was critically well-received and is viewed as a unique, diverse, and adventurous piece of work. Throughout the album, dynamic basslines, variable tempos, and Allen's distinctive moody baritone lend to a sound that starkly contrasts with the band's earlier releases. Musically, it draws from numerous genres, adding depth and variety to the stylistic palette. Despite its breakaway from their traditional sound, "Queer" is considered by many as a standout moment in The Wolfgang Press's discography.