Portland’s iconic punk band, the Wipers, released their debut Is This Real? in 1980—a raw, angst-filled album of jittery guitars and snapped vocals that became a blueprint for youth rebellion. The album gained wider recognition in the ’90s after Nirvana covered two tracks and Kurt Cobain cited it as a major influence.
Remastered from original tapes by Greg Sage, this deluxe reissue on audiophile vinyl includes a tip-on sleeve and original-style inner-sleeve insert, celebrating one of the last 30 years’ greatest punk records.
