R.E.M. — "New Adventures In Hi-Fi" Concord Records; For their tenth studio album, R.E.M. experimented with new sonic textures—the album is filled with cinematic imagery, dissonant notes and haunting effects. The band wrote and recorded much of 1996’s New Adventures in Hi-Fi while on the road, and that vibe is reflected in themes throughout the album’s songs. New Adventures was certified platinum in the US and the UK, and includes singles “E-Bow the Letter” (featuring Patti Smith) and “Bittersweet Me.” "New Adventures In Hi-Fi" has now been released on R.E.M.'s new label Concord.