Stereophonics. Language. Sex. Violence. Other? (2005)

Language. Sex. Violence. Other? is the fifth studio album by Stereophonics, released March 14, 2005. It received critical acclaim in the British music press, who had been hostile to the band in recent years, and notably the NME, whose reviews of the band's previous two albums had been harsh. The album reached number one in the UK and debuted at thirty-five on the U.S. Billboard Heatseekers chart.

The first single, "Dakota", was released on 28 February 2005. It became Stereophonics' biggest hit in the UK, reaching number one in the sales chart, and also topping the download chart, where it remained in the top ten for eleven weeks. The single received good reviews, James Masterton calling it the single of the year.

The single steadily gained ground on U.S. alternative rock radio. However, since the Stereophonics lacked a fanbase or previous popular success in America, the single was at a great disadvantage and was initially added to very few station playlists. Nevertheless, the popularity of the song and its championing by such stations as WBCN led "Dakota" slowly to gain airplay and playlist adds across the country over a period of many months. Eventually, "Dakota" become the first Stereophonics song to chart on the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks chart. It first charted on 9 July 2005, almost half a year after its original release. The song reached thirty-four on the chart.

The second UK single was "Superman", released on 20 June. It was added to BBC Radio 1's B-list, and moved to the A-list a few weeks later. The song reached thirteen in the singles chart; its low placing resulted from its edgier, harder feel compared to "Dakota," and its lack of download sales. Nevertheless, critic James Masterton gave it a positive review.

The third single was "Devil", released on 12 September 2005. The song was added to Radio 1's C-List but later moved to the B-List and it was also playlisted by XFM. The album is the first to feature new drummer Javier Weyler. All songs have only one word in the title. The title of the song "Lolita" was inspired by Kelly Jones' baby daughter.

Track Listing

1. "Vegas Two Times"
2. "Lying in the Sun"
3. "Mr. Writer"
4. "Step on My Old Size Nines"
5. "Have a Nice Day"
6. "Handbags and Gladrags"
7. "Nice to Be Out"
8. "Watch Them Fly Sundays"
9. "Everyday I Think of Money"
10. "Maybe"
11. "Caravan Holiday"
12. "Rooftop"

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Stereophonics. Just Enough Education to Perform (2001)

Just Enough Education to Perform is the third album released by Stereophonics. It was originally to be called "JEEP". It also became their second album to reach #1 in the UK. Guitarist Kelly Jones came up with the title after his brother came home from a stint in the army and wrote the word on his bedroom wall. Car manufacturer Daimler-Chrysler however had copyrighted this name so it was changed to its current title, although frequently it was known as the acronym J.E.E.P. It was published by V2 in 2001. All songs were written by Kelly Jones with the exception of "Mr Writer," which was written by Kelly Jones and Marshall Bird (words by Kelly Jones) and "Handbags and Gladrags" which was written by Michael D'Abo. The album was dedicated to the memory of Anne-Pascale Pleuchot and Scott Piering. It was recorded at Real World Studios, Bath and Monnow Valley Studios, Monmouth.

Track Listing

1. "Vegas Two Times"
2. "Lying in the Sun"
3. "Mr. Writer"
4. "Step on My Old Size Nines"
5. "Have a Nice Day"
6. "Handbags and Gladrags"
7. "Nice to Be Out"
8. "Watch Them Fly Sundays"
9. "Everyday I Think of Money"
10. "Maybe"
11. "Caravan Holiday"
12. "Rooftop"

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Stereophonics. You Gotta Go There to Come Back (2003)

You Gotta Go There to Come Back is Stereophonics' fourth album, released on V2 in 2003. It became their third consecutive album to top the UK chart.

The album shows a newly found maturity compared to the brazenness of the previous three. After this mature and soulful album they returned to the sound of their previous albums with their next album. The title can also be explained by this statement. They had go here, and record this album, to come back and return to their old sound.

The track Maybe Tomorrow was the credits track from the Academy Award Winning movie Crash.

Track listing

1. "Help Me (She's Out of Her Mind)" – 6:55
2. "Maybe Tomorrow" – 4:33
3. "Madame Helga" – 3:55
4. "You Stole My Money Honey" – 4:18
5. "Getaway" – 4:08
6. "Climbing the Wall" – 4:55
7. "Jealousy" – 4:26
8. "I'm Alright (You Gotta Go There to Come Back)" – 4:36
9. "Nothing Precious at All" – 4:20
10. "Rainbows and Pots of Gold" – 4:11
11. "I Miss You Now" – 4:50
12. "High as the Ceiling" – 3:19
13. "Since I Told You It's Over" – 4:43
14. "Moviestar" - Bonus Track
    

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Stereophonics. Performance and Cocktails (1999)

Performance and Cocktails is Stereophonics second album. It was released by V2 March 8, 1999.

The album was a surprise commercial success giving the Stereophonics three straight top ten singles in the British charts with "The Bartender and the Thief" reaching number three, and both "Just Looking" and "Pick a Part That's New" reaching number four. The album was sponsored by Fender guitars used throughout the album, a brave move from an "indie" band.

All three members of the band were given equal credit for writing all the songs on this album.

Track Listing

1. "Roll Up and Shine" – 3:58
2. "The Bartender and the Thief" – 2:54
3. "Hurry Up and Wait" – 4:40
4. "Pick a Part That's New" – 3:33
5. "Just Looking" – 4:13
6. "Half the Lies You Tell Ain't True" – 2:55
7. "I Wouldn't Believe Your Radio" – 3:50
8. "T-Shirt Sun Tan" – 4:04
9. "Is Yesterday, Tomorrow, Today?" – 4:02
10. "A Minute Longer" – 3:46
11. "She Takes Her Clothes Off" – 3:55
12. "Plastic California" – 4:30
13. "I Stopped to Fill My Car Up" – 4:29

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Stereophonics. Word Gets Around (1997)

Word Gets Around is the debut album of the Rock band, Stereophonics. The songs were written by Drummer, Stuart Cable and Singer/Guitarist, Kelly Jones. The album reached #6 in the UK Albums Chart - it is the only Stereophonics album not to reach #1.

Track Listing

1. "A Thousand Trees" – 3:02
2. "Looks Like Chaplin" – 2:32
3. "More Life in a Tramp's Vest" – 2:19
4. "Local Boy in the Photograph" – 3:22
5. "Traffic" – 4:54
6. "Not up to You" – 4:37
7. "Check My Eyelids for Holes" – 2:43
8. "Same Size Feet" – 3:59
9. "Last of the Big Time Drinkers" – 2:45
10. "Goldfish Bowl" – 3:02
11. "Too Many Sandwiches" – 5:03
12. "Billy Davey's Daughter" – 3:45

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