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Safety, Fun, and Learning

We Are Scientists · 2002

38 min · 12 tracks · indie rock

A sharp and energetic blend of clever lyrics and punchy instrumentation that defines early 2000s indie rock.

Why this album works

Best for
steady mid-tempo energy throughout clever lyrics for engaged listening for casual hangouts
Context
Released in January 2002, 'Safety, Fun, and Learning' was We Are Scientists' debut album, showcasing their playful approach to indie rock. At this point, the band was still relatively unknown but quickly gained traction with their witty lyrics and catchy hooks, setting the stage for their future success.
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indie rock

Safety, Fun, and Learning is an album by We Are Scientists, released in 2002. A sharp and energetic blend of clever lyrics and punchy instrumentation that defines early 2000s indie rock. This album earned critical acclaim for its inventive sound, helping to popularize the mid-2000s indie rock revival. The single 'Nobody Move, Nobody Get Hurt' became a notable track on college radio stations, contributing to the band's rise in the indie scene. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Safety, Fun, and Learning sound like?

A sharp and energetic blend of clever lyrics and punchy instrumentation that defines early 2000s indie rock. Rooted in indie rock.

What makes Safety, Fun, and Learning by We Are Scientists notable?

This album earned critical acclaim for its inventive sound, helping to popularize the mid-2000s indie rock revival. The single 'Nobody Move, Nobody Get Hurt' became a notable track on college radio stations, contributing to the band's rise in the indie scene. Released in January 2002, 'Safety, Fun, and Learning' was We Are Scientists' debut album, showcasing their playful approach to indie rock. At this point, the band was still relatively unknown but quickly gained traction with their witty lyrics and catchy hooks, setting the stage for their future success.

Who is Safety, Fun, and Learning for?

Safety, Fun, and Learning works well if you're into steady mid-tempo energy throughout, clever lyrics for engaged listening and for casual hangouts.

How many songs are on Safety, Fun, and Learning?

Safety, Fun, and Learning has 12 tracks, running approximately 38 minutes.

Tracklist

12 tracks·38:58

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

  • 1 Over and Out Standout 3:17
  • 2 Ode to Star L23 3:51
  • 3 Spotomatic Freeze 3:26
  • 4 The Bomb Inside the Bomb Standout 3:03
  • 5 Human Technology Will Render You Obsolete 2:53
  • 6 The Creeper 3:33
  • 7 What Gives? 2:40
  • 8 Mothra vs. We Are Scientists 3:32
  • 9 Making a Go 2:54
  • 10 The Trickster 2:14
  • 11 Easykill 3:17
  • 12 The Method 4:13

Release Date

January 1, 2002

Genre

indie rock

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

38 min 58 sec