What makes Good Feeling by Travis notable?

Good Feeling achieved critical acclaim and commercial success, peaking at number 9 on the UK Albums Chart. The album's standout track, 'More Than Us,' became a defining anthem of the era, showcasing their ability to blend pop sensibilities with alternative rock aesthetics. Released on September 8, 1997, Good Feeling was Travis's debut album, introducing them to a wider audience after forming in 1990. At this point, the band had developed their sound through live performances and early singles, setting the stage for their future ascent in the post-Britpop scene.

Who is Good Feeling for?

Good Feeling works well if you're into steady mid-tempo sing-alongs, laid-back vibes for gatherings and earworm melodies for road trips.

How many songs are on Good Feeling?

Good Feeling has 12 tracks, running approximately 49 minutes.

Good Feeling

Travis · 1997

49 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock

A melodic blend of jangly guitars and introspective lyrics that capture the essence of 90s alternative rock.

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Top tracks — play these first

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More Than Us — This track features anthemic choruses layered over wistful melodies, embodying the band's signature sound and emotional depth.
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U16 Girls — With its catchy hooks and playful lyrics, this song highlights Travis's knack for blending humor with relatable themes of youth and desire.
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Good Day to Die — The song stands out for its introspective lyrics and dynamic shifts in tempo, illustrating the band's ability to evoke complex emotions.

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Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

43 /100

Lowland

Higher than 2% of albums we've rated

The album showcases solid songwriting and production typical of its era but lacks standout depth or innovation.

What we noticed

The first three tracks feature upbeat tempos and jangly guitar riffs, establishing a lively tone that is consistent throughout the early part of the album.
Several tracks, including 'More Than Us,' utilize layered vocal harmonies that enhance the melodic quality of the songs.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 6/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 5/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

steady mid-tempo sing-alongs
laid-back vibes for gatherings
earworm melodies for road trips
feel-good tracks for sunny days

Maybe skip if you

seeking high-energy intensity
prefer complex, lengthy pieces

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Breakthrough — Debut album that introduced Travis to a wider audience and established their sound.
Career context: Released on September 8, 1997, Good Feeling was Travis's debut album, introducing them to a wider audience after forming in 1990. At this point, the band had developed their sound through live performances and early singles, setting the stage for their future ascent in the post-Britpop scene.
Stylistic neighbors: Coldplay· Keane· Snow Patrol