American Hi-Fi [EXPLICIT LYRICS]

American Hi-Fi

Product Details

• Audio CD (February 27, 2001)
• Original Release Date: February 27, 2001
• Number of Discs: 1
• Format: Explicit Lyrics
• Label: Island
• ASIN: B000059SZY
• In-Print Editions: MP3 Download
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (93 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #125,779 in Music (See Bestsellers in Music)

Editorial Reviews

Amazon.com

Following in the footsteps of Foo Fighter Dave Grohl, American Hi-Fi frontman Stacy Jones put aside his drum duties with Veruca Salt and Letters to Cleo to form American Hi-Fi--a wise move since Jones proves here to be a gem of a singer-songwriter and guitarist. The quartet's 13-song debut disc runs the gamut from booming, bubblegummy rock with edgy undertones ("Surround") to infectious, Offspring-like pop punk ("Flavor of the Weak"). Muscular guitars create an arena-rock feel, while producer Bob Rock (Metallica, the Cult) helps make the group's stylistic shifts seem smooth as they move from the metallic "My Only Enemy," which sounds like a more organic Nine Inch Nails, to near Nirvana on "Hi-Fi Killer." American Hi-Fi cranks out delectable ear candy for fans of pure, guitar-driven power pop. --Katherine Turman

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A diamond in the rough, April 22, 2002

By	Rex Marksmanson "HEYO!" (Long Island, New York) - See all my reviews

When most rock fans hear the name American Hi-Fi they think one thing, untalented. How do I know this you say? Simple. I was one of those people, until I got to hear American Hi-Fi's debut album. It's easy to understand why some would think this though, being that the first single "Flavour of the weak" does not really do the band justice. Now, don't get me wrong, I now think "Flavour of the weak" is a great song, but it took a few listens through the album for me to realize that.

American Hi-Fi brings something back to rock that has been missing for years, plain and simple rock n' roll. By taking the sound of 80's metal, pop punk and grunge (thats right, grunge) they have created one of the most refreshing sounds on the scene in years. And, unlike many bands today American Hi-Fi sticks to the basics of guitar(s), bass and drums. No more, no less.

The album itself is...Do I dare to say it? Yes, it is a masterpiece, an absolutely flawless record. It's one of those albums where almost every rock fan can find something they like, even if they dislike the rest of the album.

By working with legendary Metallica producer Bob Rock, the band has made one of the clearest and most organized sounds to date. This contrasts what some rock albums are today, either over or under produced, and disorganized.

Personally, I wish more people would give American Hi-Fi a chance, and stop being stubborn. I felt the band was just another cheap, marketed, one hit wonder, until I heard the album in it's entirety.

A refreshing album by a talented band, hats off to American Hi-Fi for this one.

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars There's no more room for pretention in alternative music!, July 30, 2001

By	"elizab96" (Madison, WI USA) - See all my reviews

I am soooo sick of people trying to say that you can't like something that's not totally original and outre. Not everyone can start a revolution; there will never be another Nirvana. So get over it! I LIKE this kind of music, and there's nothing wrong w/ liking bands that have similar sounds/focuses. Why the hell do you people think genres develope? American Hi-Fi's songs are catchy and SAY something, which there detractors have yet to do. Every time I hear "Flavor of the Week" on the radio I crank it up and sing along, and isn't that what's really important? ENJOY music, don't worry about what critics may say, because the critics aren't you. Bottom line: I'm gonna buy this CD, and I suggest you do the same.

12 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars All-Around Hit, April 9, 2001

By A Customer

I just bought this CD yesterday, and I haven't been able to stop listening to it. When I first heard their single "Flavor of the Weak", I absolutely loved it, although it kinda reminded me of other bands (like Newfound Glory and Blink-182). But when I listened to the CD, it had a sound completely its own. It has a full, mature sound to it, and can range from serious and edgy to fun and cheerful to slow and sweet. One thing that surprised me about the album is the lack of swearing. Although is has a warning on it, only 3 songs contain any "explicit lyrics". I would definitely recommend this to anyone into rock or punk.