Hi-Fi Serious [Import]

Product Description
Japanese Version featuring a Bonus Track: 'asshole'

Hi-Fi Serious,A,Wea,Rock

Average customer rating: Brit talent Real British Punk... Best British Band Unbelievably outstanding "A" fan

Hi-Fi Serious A. Manufacturer: Hollywood Records ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Rock | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music Similar Items: A vs. Monkey Kong How Ace Are Buildings Teen Dance Ordinance ASIN: B000069COD Release Date: 2002-07-16

Tracks:

1. Something's Going On
2. 6 O'Clock on a Tube Stop
3. Going Down
4. Took It Away
5. Starbucks
6. The Springs
7. Shut Yer Face
8. Pacific Ocean Blue
9. The Distance
10. W.D.Y.C.A.I.
11. Hi-Fi Serious

Product Description

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As Hi-Fi Serious so ably demonstrates, sometimes it's just a matter of waiting for the rest of the world to catch up with you. At the time their second album, Monkey Kong, was released, A were pegged as a poor Brit-rock substitute for their angst-heavy American peers. Come their third album, though, A sound every bit the globe-straddling international rock band. Marking out the crucial mid-point between the impassioned emo-pop of Jimmy Eat World and the dumb-assed gross-out punk splatter of Blink-182, Hi-Fi Serious is a cackling, cartoonish descent into fearlessly tuneful power-pop larkery. It's saturated in an obvious love for beach-bum Americana: the lines "It's an endless summer / It's the summer forever" breeze through the song "Pacific Ocean Blue." And while the five are frighteningly eager to dally like playful puppies through all rock's cheesiest clichés--just check out guitarist Mark Chapman's Eddie Van Halen-style fretwork on "The Distance"—the music is always performed with enough charm to win the day. --Louis Pattison

Customer Reviews:

Brit talent.......2005-03-26

In south america, at least in Venezuela, we mostly listen to music from the US when it comes to rock and pop. That limits us from enjoying music from other sources where you can find all sorts sounds. That I realized while living in the UK for 3 years when I came across bands like Coldplay, Muse, Ash, Travis, The Darkness, and many more... but then I came across with a band called "A", which to my surprise has been neglegted even in their own native England. I bought their CD Hi-Fi serious after watching their video in MTV UK, an I can tell that these guys have talent, starting by their vocalist who's voice has traces of Sting with a more edgy sound. Get this CD and you won't regret it... and another thing the guys are taking out a new CD this spring... so be alert for good rock from the old country... don't forget to check out other brit bands like the veteran Catherine Wheel and Sundial

Real British Punk..........2003-08-07

Although America has been hogging the spotlight for some time with the outbreak of punk and emo these brit boys really hit hte mark with their third release, a cross between mocking pop punk and harder sounds.

The band bounces from British themes like "6'O Clock on A Tube Stop" to Americana joke songs like "Starbucks" a big hit in Britain as it were. While I did enjoy their fresh new sound compared to your typical North American fare, I thought some of the songs were a bit repetitive at times, but pick this up to go global with your punk/emo culture.

Best British Band.......2003-06-26

A Toned down Monkey Kong but still with the edge and the prowess of a great A album. Every song could've been a single that would power into the top 75 like 6 previously did off the two previous studio albums. But lets talk about this touch of class, a masterpiece, would sit on your finest shelf of 16th antiques if the cover had taken more than 5 minutes to draw. the first track, which was ultimately the straw that broke the camels back, is stark contrast to the rest of the album, is hard hitting with a catchy first riff. There on there is some quality toned down A like you have never heard them before. Going Down is arguably the best track despite its less than happy lyrics. Something's going on is an instantly catchy song aswell as the amazing W.D.Y.C.A.I. But lets not forget the song of the summer in my eyes. Starbucks took A out of the 1 hit wonder category and into the main stream. They were now to be taken as an A list British rock band. They appear everywhere, even on Coronation Street. Better still moving through the album is Took it away, the techno feel is instantly cancelled out by Jason Perry's unique sound and Mark Chapmans roaring guitar. All in all best album so far, even better than Showbiz by Muse and that is saying something!!

Unbelievably outstanding.......2003-04-04

It takes something special to get me to praise an album but this is just that. I've been a fan of A for nearly 4 years, and considered "Monkey Kong" to be a strong album. This latest offering however is off the scale. When I first put this CD on, I was a bit concerned that they'd headed in a nu-metal direction with the loud, metallic guitar riff of "Nothing". I needn't have worried: beneath it was incredibly rich production, thick vocal harmonies, interesting keyboard sounds and samples and one of the tightest rhythm sections to be found in the alt/power-punk genre today. The CD then progresses through pop gems like "Something's Going On" and the bittersweet "Going Down" before hitting an extremely strong trio. "Starbucks" is brilliantly written with a sweet acoustic-style guitar part; "The Springs" breathes with lush melodies; and "Shut Yer Face" is fun, heavy and grooving. But wait - there's more. The next few songs are not the best on the album, but it's worth the wait for "Hi-Fi Serious" and the bonus track "Champion of Endings". The former is almost opus-like in it's construction, whilst the latter once again showcases the band's melodic instincts. Superb - possibly my favourite 21st century album...

"A" fan.......2002-12-17

Hi-Fi Serious is a great album. Being a long time fan of A, it's nice to hear the band evolve from their earlier punk roots. Some of the stand out tracks here are "Nothing", "WDYCAI", "Starbucks" and "Something's going on". While songs like "The Distance" and the title tracks should have been taken off the album in favor of B-Sides such as "Everybody In" or "T-Shirt money", they don't blemish the record too badly. All in all this is something that every alt-rock fan should at least consider listening to.

Average customer rating: A's success is long overdue A - highly underrated. Serious enough Hi-Fi Serious is seriously good! Why Don't You Cry About It?!

Hi-Fi Serious A Manufacturer: Wea ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Rock | Styles | Music ASIN: B00005YX0O Release Date: 2002-03-13

Tracks:

1. Nothing
2. Something's Going On
3. 6 O'clock On A Tube Stop
4. Going Down
5. Took It Away
6. Starbucks
7. Springs
8. Shut Yer Face
9. Pacific Ocean Blue
10. Distance
11. W.D.Y.C.A.I
12. Hi-Fi Serious
13. Asshole

Album Details

Japanese Version featuring a Bonus Track: 'asshole'

Customer Reviews:

A's success is long overdue.......2002-06-28

It is a crime that A have not become international superstars. Every cd they released deserved international attention, but a lack of exposure prevented their success. Hi-Fi Serious is without a doubt one the best albums released this year.

A - highly underrated........2002-06-11

A are a great UK band. Highly underrated. If only they would get airplay in the States they would go far. They're pretty big in UK and I'm sure the rest of the World will love them!

Serious enough.......2002-06-05

Well, the band is really missing in the US, and that's a big problem for a lot of fans of a good rock music.

A's music is professionally made, has a good memorable melody in every track, and is varied from pop-rock to almost nu-metal. Smartful lyrics add a lot, vocals have their own signature style (though at times may remind you of Sting of The Police times). These all give the guys a chance to be really successful on all continents, with no exclusion.

Nothing is one of their best songs ever, a serious hit; Starbucks would easily follow the leader. Going Down, Springs, Pacific Ocean Blue, Hi-Fi Serious, and other songs are all worth a listen, and shape perfectly the A's new album.

You only need to buy this.

Hi-Fi Serious is seriously good!.......2002-05-01

It's very difficult to believe that the band A have not become international superstars. Perhaps it's a lack of exposure and publicity (although they have enjoyed a lot of success in the UK and Japan). Whatever the reason may be, it's unfortunate that more people haven't heard of this exceptional band. But enough about that.

Hi-Fi Serious is A's fourth album and it does not disappoint, delivering another set of energy-driven alternative/rock tunes. As the other reviewer has mentioned, the songs fall into the same category as their other albums. However, I would like to add that the songs on Hi-Fi Serious have a more refined and mature sound, showing how the band has grown during the years and even since their previous album Monkey Kong without sacrificing any of the musical energy which makes them as good as they are.

And if you decide to purchase Hi-Fi Serious, I would also recommend hunting down the CD-singles of "Nothing," parts 1 and 2 but especially part 1. Both versions of the single have CD-Rom videos/band clips as well as b-sides. But the real gem is a b-side titled "T-Shirt Money" which is found on part 1. I would argue with zero hesitation that this song is easily one of A's best, if not THE best. It will hook you the first time you hear it. Absolutely amazing song. And the single of "Starbucks" will also be released shortly and it looks like it has CD-Rom components and b-sides too. Be on the lookout for that.

So don't waste another moment. Buy Hi-Fi Serious now, because it is indeed seriously good.

Why Don't You Cry About It?!.......2002-04-05

As I am the first reviewer and maybe the last I just want to say how well these boys have done to get here, they have worked so hard and created a brilliant album called hi-fi serious. The bigger fans like me would also know that they have 3 other albums. Monkey Kong, How Ace Are Buildings & a mini-live album called Exit Stage Right. Anyway from hi-fi serious I had only heard "Nothing" but knew I would love the album so I went out and brought it, I came home very impressed as there is a collection of pop, punk, metal & rock - same as the other albums. Hi-Fi Serious is their best album made in my opinion. Starbucks is set to be the new 1 releasing in may sometime. Best tracks are "Nothing" "Somethings Going On" Starbucks" Pacific Ocean Blue" & "Why Don't You Cry About It". I hope there is more reviewers like me that are very impressed by these 5 guys. (by the way Jason, Adam & Giles Perry lived in Suffolk for a few years - It's where I live :)

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Hi-Fi Serious A ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music ASIN: B000254GM6 Release Date: 2002-03-01

Album Description

Third album for UK based indie-rockers described as a cross between Jimmy Eat World & Blink 182. 12 tracks including, 'Six O'Clock On A Tube Stop', 'Starbucks' & the hit single,'Nothing'. 2002.

Average customer rating:

Hi-Fi Serious A Manufacturer: Wea ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music Punk Revival | Hardcore & Punk | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music Punk-Pop | Hardcore & Punk | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music Post Grunge | American Alternative | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music ASIN: B00006349V Release Date: 2006-05-22

Tracks:

1. Nothing
2. Something's Going On
3. 6 O'Clock On A Tube Stop
4. Going Down
5. Took It Away
6. Starbucks
7. The Springs
8. Shut Yer Face
9. Pacific Ocean Blue
10. The Distance
11. W.D.Y.C.A.I.
12. Hi-Fi Serious

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Because Hi Fi Serious Manufacturer: Gusto ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Dance & DJ | Styles | Music ASIN: B00006YX8M Release Date: 2002-09-13

Average customer rating:

Hi-Fi Serious A Manufacturer: Wea/London ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Punk Revival | Hardcore & Punk | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music Punk-Pop | Hardcore & Punk | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music Post Grunge | American Alternative | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music ASIN: B00006BC59

Tracks:

1. Nothing
2. Something's Going On
3. 6 O'Clock on a Tube Stop
4. Going Down
5. Took It Away
6. Starbucks
7. Springs
8. Shut Yer Face
9. Pacific Ocean Blue
10. Distance
11. W.D.y.C.A.I.
12. Hi-Fi Serious
13. Champions of Endings [*]
14. Nothing [CD-ROM Video][*]

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