Geneva - If You Have To Go

Review by Aleeshia Tozzi

Album Review: If You Have To Go by Geneva Released in 2000 under Nude Records, Geneva's If You Have To Go is a gem of the indie rock scene that captures both introspection and raw energy. This UK-Europe crossover project blends moody arrangements with evocative lyricism, courtesy of Andrew Montgomery's songwriting chops. While not perfect, it’s an album that lingers in your mind like a half-forgotten dream. The standout tracks here are "Dollars In The Heavens" and "If You Have To Go (Album Version)." Let’s talk about why these two stick with you long after the needle lifts—or, let’s be real, after you hit pause on Spotify. "Dollars In The Heavens" kicks things off with this brooding yet uplifting vibe. It’s the kind of track where you can almost feel the band sweating it out in some dimly lit rehearsal space. The guitar work feels textured but never overdone, while Montgomery’s vocals have this haunting quality—like he’s whispering secrets only you’re meant to hear. There’s something about how the melody builds; it sneaks up on you, then hits hard when you least expect it. Honestly? Tracks like this remind me why people still care about rock music even in our hyper-digital age. Then there’s “If You Have To Go (Album Version),” which showcases just how well Geneva nails emotional tension. Between the layered instrumentation and those lyrics—man, they cut deep—it’s one of those songs that makes you stop whatever you’re doing and just listen. Sure, the radio edit version tones things down a bit, but the full-length take has this sprawling intensity that feels earned rather than forced. And props to the whole band—Montgomery, Douglas Caskie, Keith Graham, Steven Dora, and Stuart Evans—for creating such a cohesive sound. They weren’t just phoning it in back in 2000, clearly. Credit also goes to Squid Inc. for nailing the art direction and design because, let’s face it, aesthetics matter. That cover? Simple yet striking. A little nod to Photodisc’s photography rounds out the package nicely. It all ties together into what feels like a complete artistic statement rather than just another collection of tunes. But here’s the thing: If You Have To Go isn’t without its flaws. Some tracks don’t quite reach the highs set by the standouts, and a couple moments feel repetitive if you're listening straight through. Still, albums like this make you appreciate the imperfections. After all, perfection’s boring, right? In hindsight, If You Have To Go sits somewhere between nostalgia trip and hidden treasure. Listening today, it’s kinda wild to think about how much has changed since 2000—and yet, somehow, this record still feels relevant. Maybe that’s the magic of indie rock. Or maybe I’m just biased because “Dollars In The Heavens” got me through a rough patch last winter. Either way, give this one a spin. You might find yourself surprised at how much it resonates. Oh, and fun fact: rumor has it Photodisc handled most of the visuals. Who knew stock photos could look so cool?

Artist: Geneva
Album: If You Have To Go

Rock

Indie Rock

2000

Rating: 3.29

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Tracks

Track	Duration	Preview
Dollars In The Heavens
If You Have To Go (Edit)
Have You Seen The Horizon Lately? (Aloof Mix)	6:47
Bring Down The Sun
Vostok	4:45
Mind Reading	4:23
If You Have To Go	3:33
If You Have To Go (Radio Edit)	3:33
If You Have To Go (Album Version)	4:10
Mindreading	4:25

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Catalog Numbers

NUD 49CD2
NUD49S
NUD 668908 2, 6689082000
NUD49CD1, nud49cd1

Labels

Nude Records

Listen online

escuchar en línea
online luisteren
kuunnella verkossa
ascolta in linea
lyssna på nätet
lytte på nettet
ouvir online
online anhören
écouter en ligne

Formats

CD
Single
Enhanced
CD2
Betacam SP
Advance
PAL
Vinyl
7"
45 RPM
Limited Edition
Maxi-Single
Promo
CD1

Companies

Role	Company
Duplicated By	Tele Cine
Phonographic Copyright (p)	Nude Records
Copyright (c)	Nude Records
Distributed By	3MV
Pressed By	Damont
Published By	Bare Tunes Ltd.
Recorded At	T-Pot Studios
Glass Mastered At	DOCdata

Credits

Role	Credit
Arranged By	Geneva
Art Direction	Squid Inc.
Design	Squid Inc.
Performer	Andrew Montgomery, Douglas Caskie, Keith Graham, Steven Dora, Stuart Evans
Photography By	Photodisc
Photography	Photodisc
Written-By	Andrew Montgomery

Notes

Numbered, limited edition of 1000
Published by Bare Tunes Ltd (admin. by Sony/ATV Music Ltd)
Made in the EU
Made in Austria.
Inner sleeve:
Vostok recorded at T-Pot Studios.
Published by Bare Tunes Ltd (admin. by Sony/ATV Music Ltd). Distributed by 3MV/Pinnacle.
Inner sleeve & disc:
℗ Nude 2000. © Nude 2000.
Disc:
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Catalog number:
NUD49CD1 on back cover
nud49cd1 on spine, card sleeve & disc
Issued in card sleeve in card wallet.
Track durations are not printed on the release.

Barcodes

Barcode (Text): 5 023687 049228
Barcode: 5023687049228
ISRC (VPL): GB-575-00-0008-0
Barcode: 5 023687 049174
Matrix / Runout (Runout side A): NUD 49S A1 DAMONT
Matrix / Runout (Runout side B): NUD 49S B1 DAMONT
Barcode (Text): 5 099766 890821
Barcode: 5099766890821
Label Code: LC 05632
Matrix / Runout: Sony Music S6689082000-0101 11 A1
Mastering SID Code: IFPI L551
Mould SID Code: IFPI 945B
Distribution Code: CB 608
Rights Society: SACEM/SDRM/SGDL/SACD
Rights Society: BIEM
Barcode: 5 023687 049129 >
Matrix / Runout: NUD49CD1 · MASTERED BY DOCDATA
Mastering SID Code: IFPI LA31
Mould SID Code: IFPI 48A2

About Geneva

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Geneva enjoyed chart success, were hailed by the NME (headlining their annual Bratbus tour of up and coming bands in early 1997). Debut album Further was also released in 1997 mixing dark, brooding power pop with alternative rock, and reaching No. 20 in the UK Albums Chart.

Real Name

Douglas Caskie
Steven Dora
Stuart Evans
Keith Graham
Andrew Montgomery

Members

Andrew Montgomery
Keith Graham
Stuart Evans
Steven Dora
Douglas Caskie

Interesting fact about Album

Here’s a cool fact: The album *If You Have To Go* by Geneva is packed with creativity, but one standout detail is that the band themselves handled the arrangements. Even more interesting? The track "If You Have To Go" appears three times on the album—once as the album version, once as a radio edit, and again as an alternate edit. It’s like they wanted to make sure you heard it just the way you’d love it most. Also, fun tidbit: all the music was written by Andrew Montgomery, who clearly had a lot to say in 2000.

Comments

dusdhaka

2025-03-11

great song, but earth is flat! ;)))

widihastomo

2025-03-10

One of the best love songs of all time. So underrated

digitalmarketinginkhammam

2025-03-10

i first listened this song on the radio in year 2000, then 2021 i see this video for the first time

avelardehernandez

2025-03-09

i found my destiny ?

djzai09

2025-03-09

This song will be so fitting to the final rocket scene from the great dearly departed Satoshi Kon's Anime "Millennium Actress". Never fail to give me goose bumps along with faintest tremor in the weakest heart.