"Adventure" is the second studio album by the American punk rock band Television. It was released in April 1978, a year after their critically acclaimed debut album "Marquee Moon". This album reflects the band's development and experimentation with more crafted and layered songs while retaining their groundbreaking guitar work and thoughtful lyrics.
The album was produced by John Jansen with the band's guitarist and main songwriter, Tom Verlaine, who was a central figure in the New York punk scene at the time. The eight-track album includes songs such as "Glory", "Days", and "The Fire", with Verlaine and fellow guitarist Richard Lloyd maintaining their reputation as a unique and influential guitar duo.
"Adventure" received positive reviews from critics who appreciated Television's move towards a more musical and less angular sound than their previous work. The album reached number 7 on the UK Albums Chart, but it didn't find commercial success in the United States.
In contrast to their debut, "Adventure" was marked by a less aggressive tone, featuring calmer and more intricate arrangements that demonstrated the band's technical ability. Despite its less commercial success compared to their debut, "Adventure" solidified Television's reputation as an important and influential band in the punk and alternative rock genres.
