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."