Gomez
How We Operate
ATO Records [2006]
Back in 1998, Gomez were hailed as the next big thing out of the UK. Their debut album Bring It On won the Mercury Prize and garnered plenty of acclaim—even in the U.S.—but widespread stateside success never followed. Since then, they’ve quietly released several strong albums, and How We Operate, their fifth full-length, is their most straightforward and radio-friendly to date.
While many UK bands lean into Beatles- or Clash-style influences, Gomez sound more like they were raised on American soil with their bluesy, jam-friendly rock. If you’re already a fan, you’ll find How We Operate to be a grower—one that reveals more with each spin. If you’re new to the band, this is a great place to start and discover what the early buzz was all about.
KEY TRACKS
“Chasing Ghosts With Alcohol” / “How We Operate” / “Girlshapelovedrug”
ARTISTS WITH SIMILAR FIRE
Guster / Dave Matthews Band / Embrace
A lifelong fan of new music—spent the '90s working in a record store and producing alternative video shows. In the 2000s, that passion shifted online with blogging, diving headfirst into the indie scene and always on the lookout for the next great release. Still here, still listening, and still sharing the best of what’s new.
- Christopher Anthonyhttps://thefirenote.com/author/canthony/
- Christopher Anthonyhttps://thefirenote.com/author/canthony/
- Christopher Anthonyhttps://thefirenote.com/author/canthony/
- Christopher Anthonyhttps://thefirenote.com/author/canthony/
