The First Letter is the ninth studio album and the last album released by Wire before their second extended hiatus. It was released in October 1991 by Mute Records. It was one of only three releases credited to "Wir", the others being the "So and Slow It Grows" single, and a limited edition two-song EP entitled Vien.
The First Letter is Wire's ninth studio album and their final release before entering their second extended hiatus. This record was released in October 1991 by Mute Records, one of only three releases credited to "Wir", which also included the "So and Slow It Grows" single and a limited two-song EP titled Vien.