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New Adventures in Hi-Fi [25th Anniversary Edition]
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  • Summary: The 25th anniversary reissue of R.E.M.'s 1996 release features a remaster of the album and a disc of B-sides and rare tracks. The deluxe edition adds a Blu-ray with hi-res stereo and 5.1 surround mixes, 64 mins of the outdoor projection films used to promote the original release, aThe 25th anniversary reissue of R.E.M.'s 1996 release features a remaster of the album and a disc of B-sides and rare tracks. The deluxe edition adds a Blu-ray with hi-res stereo and 5.1 surround mixes, 64 mins of the outdoor projection films used to promote the original release, a previously unreleased EPK (Electronic Press Kit), five music videos, and a 52-page hardcover book. … Expand
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 7
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 7
  3. Negative: 0 out of 7
  1. Glide Magazine
    Nov 3, 2021
    100
    This milestone reimagining of the last studio effort by the original four-man lineup is an emphatic final punctuation on R.E.M.’s long-term personal statement of chemistry, one which to this day remains altogether rare in contemporary rock and roll.
  2. Pitchfork
    Nov 8, 2021
    93
    It’s undoubtedly a document of the 1995 tour and the exhausted but inspired band they were afterward. The reissue hammers this home by incorporating several early live versions of album tracks that are fascinating for being only a few missing lyrics away from their final incarnations; they display the band’s confidence in the material, in what they were managing to create out of chaos and catastrophe.
  3. The A.V. Club
    Nov 3, 2021
    91
    For die-hards, having these extra tracks in one place, rather than scattered across CD singles or long-lost downloaded MP3s, is a plus; for the unfamiliar, these extras help flesh out the main album’s contours. ... A fascinating chronicle, New Adventures is finally—and rightfully—taking its place as one of R.E.M.’s best, most consistent works.
  4. Under The Radar
    Nov 3, 2021
    90
    Reissued for its 25th anniversary by Craft Recordings, R.E.M.’s subtle ’90s masterwork has made a triumphant return, with something to offer listeners both old and new.
  5. Classic Rock Magazine
    Nov 3, 2021
    90
    An absolute must. [Nov 2021, p.83]
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  6. Uncut
    Nov 3, 2021
    80
    The lasting impression is of a record whose most tangible identity is that of a band on the verge of change contemplating their own back pages. [Dec 2021, p.47]
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  7. Mojo
    Nov 3, 2021
    60
    New Adventures In Hi-Fi holds up well now. ... CD2 consists of all previously released material. Fun of you've never hears R.E.M. saunter through Wichita Lineman, but completists will see this one as a massive opportunity missed. [Dec 2021, p.98]
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  1. Batters
    Feb 23, 2022
    10
    Одна из лучших работ R.E.M. и один из лучших альбомов вообще. После этого альбома группа потеряла Билла Берри и ушла несколько в другомОдна из лучших работ R.E.M. и один из лучших альбомов вообще. После этого альбома группа потеряла Билла Берри и ушла несколько в другом направлении.… Expand

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