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If I Had a Hi-Fi

Nada Surf · 2010

41 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock

A refreshing blend of melodic alternative rock with introspective lyrics and vibrant instrumentation.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • short, engaging listening sessions
  • introspective and reflective moods
  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • steady, consistent energy levels

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'If I Had a Hi-Fi' was released in January 2010, Nada Surf had established themselves as a prominent alternative rock band following their breakthrough album 'Let Go' in 2002. This release came four years after their last studio album, 'Lucky', marking a continued evolution in their sound and lyrical depth during a period of steady popularity.
Stylistic neighbors
Death Cab for Cutie· The Shins· Weezer

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Electrocution 3:12
  • 2 Enjoy the Silence 3:21
  • 3 Love Goes On! 3:03
  • 4 Janine 1:05
  • 5 You Were So Warm 2:48
  • 6 Love and Anger 4:50
  • 7 The Agony of Laffitte 3:50
  • 8 Bye Bye Beauté 3:37
  • 9 Question 5:19
  • 10 Bright Side 3:06
  • 11 Evolution 5:10
  • 12 I Remembered What I Was Going to Say 1:52

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