The debut album from Centro-Matic, "Redo the Stacks," showcases the band's foundational indie rock sound. Recorded quickly and released with minimal fanfare, it established a blueprint for their subsequent prolific career.
- "Redo the Stacks" was recorded over three days in August 1997 at Reelsound Studio in Austin, Texas. The album was produced by the band alongside local engineer Mike Krol. It was released on the independent label Navigational Transmissions.
- The album features 12 tracks, with a total runtime of 48 minutes and 32 seconds. It was released on CD and limited-edition vinyl. The release preceded a period of intense touring for the band.
- "Redo the Stacks" was met with modest critical attention within the indie rock scene at the time of its release. It laid the groundwork for the band's reputation for consistent, high-quality releases throughout the late 1990s and 2000s.
Centro-Matic was a rock band from Denton, Texas, initially known for its prolific output and expansive sound. The band formed in 1997 and released its debut album that same year.
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