Media is the first studio album by the indie rock band The Faint. It was released on March 24, 1998. A clear style change can be seen after this album's release, moving from a more emo style to synthpop.

This album is the 21st release of Saddle Creek Records.

Track listing

1. "Syntax Lies" - 3:39
2. "Some Incriminating Photographs" - 3:09
3. "As the Doctor Talks" - 3:16
4. "Tandem: City to City" - 2:13
5. "Repertoire of Uncommon Depth" - 3:42
6. "Typing: 1974-2048" - 2:00
7. "Lullaby for the..." - 0:54
8. "Acting: On Campus Television" - 2:34
9. "(Getting<=>Giving the Lock)" - 2:49
10. "Amorous in Bauhaus Fashion" - 3:01
11. "There's Something Not As Valid When the Scenery Is a Postcard" - 2:33
12. "An Allusion Passes Through the Bar" - 6:57
13. "Defy the Ailments" (Hidden track) - 2:05

External links

• The Faint official website
• Saddle Creek Records

1998 albums | Debut albums | The Faint albums | Saddle Creek Records | Saddle Creek releases