Media is an Alt/Indie album by The Faint, originally released in 1998. On Gatefold: 2 pressings tracked.
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Media is the first studio album by new wave revivalists The Faint. Formally known as Norman Bailer, this is the first album under the Faint name. It was released on March 24, 1998. A clear style change can be seen after this album's release, moving from a more Post-hardcore influenced style to new wave. This album is the 21st release of Saddle Creek Records.
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Tracklist
- 1Syntax Lies3:39
- 2Some Incriminating Photographs3:08
- 3As the Doctor Talks3:16
- 4Tandem: City to City2:13
- 5Repertoire of Uncommon Depth3:42
- 6Typing: 1974-20482:00
- 7Lullaby for The...0:54
- 8Acting: On-Campus Television2:34
- 9Getting / Giving the Lock2:49
- 10Amorous in Bauhaus Fashion3:01
- 11There's Something Not as Valid When the Scenery Is a Postcard2:33
- 12An Allusion Passes Through the Bar6:57
- 13Defy the Ailments2:05
Sound DNA
- Alt/Indie
- Indie Rock
- angular
- playful
- art school
Notes from the original pressing. Later editions may differ.
This is the first studio album from The Faint; a collection of songs from 1996-1998.
Produced and engineered at Whoopass Recording in Lincoln, Nebraska.
Tracks 1 and 3 mastered at Studio B
Track 13 is not listed on the back, but the lyrics are found in the booklet, with lyrics for the rest of the tracks. It is "hidden" as track 12 is only 2:50 long, with the rest of the track time silent.
Credits
The people behind it.
Performers
- Clark BaechleDRUMS
- Joel PetersenGUITAR
- Matt BowenBASS
- Todd BaechleGUITAR
- Eric BembergerVOCALS
- Lullaby For The Working ClassFEATURING
- The Faint Of Heart Children's ChoirVOCALS
Rare pressing on Gatefold · 2 pressings tracked on Gatefold
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