Japanese version featuring a bonus track: 'Asshole'
CD Reviews
Why Don't You Cry About It?!
Ollie | UK | 04/05/2002
(5 out of 5 stars)
"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 :)"
A's success is long overdue
ultima_strife | Wisconsin, USA | 06/27/2002
(5 out of 5 stars)
"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.
SeanUK.net | United Kingdom | 06/10/2002
(4 out of 5 stars)
"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
vlad | Moscow, Russia | 06/05/2002
(4 out of 5 stars)
"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!
vlad | 04/30/2002
(5 out of 5 stars)
"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."
Track Listings (13) - Disc #1