Released 26 years ago this October
Jet Age
The Superjesus · 2000
50 min · 13 tracks · alternative rock
Dynamic guitar riffs intertwine with powerful vocals, creating a soaring yet introspective soundscape that defines late '90s Australian rock.
Top tracks — play these first
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Gravity — This track exemplifies the band's ability to merge catchy melodies with introspective lyrics, showcasing their signature sound and emotional range.
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In Harm’s Way — With its anthemic chorus and driving rhythm, this song captures the urgency of youthful angst while highlighting the band's energetic instrumentation.
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Everybody Calls Me Lonely — The poignant lyrics reflect themes of isolation and longing, set against a backdrop of haunting melodies, making it a standout emotional moment on the album.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong songwriting and energetic performances but lacks some cohesion in its pacing.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks feature driving guitar riffs and anthemic choruses, establishing a high-energy opening.
- Several tracks incorporate dynamic shifts in tempo, with quieter verses leading into explosive choruses.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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 reflective energy
- introspective lyrics for deep thinking
- for late-night drives
- crunchy guitar vibes with melodies
- engaging sing-along choruses
Maybe skip if you
- prefer fast-paced, upbeat tracks
- seek purely instrumental sounds
Where this album fits
- Career context
- When 'Jet Age' was released in October 2000, The Superjesus were on the cusp of their commercial peak, following their successful debut album, 'Eight Step Rail'. This sophomore effort solidified their presence in the Australian alternative rock scene and showcased their growth in both songwriting and production.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Veruca Salt· The Breeders· L7
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Everybody Calls Me Lonely
The moment shifts from a reflective tone to a more confrontational declaration about loneliness and identity.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Over to You 3:02
- 2 Gravity 3:59
- 3 Enough to Know 3:13
- 4 In Harm’s Way 3:58
- 5 Secret Agent Man 4:44
- 6 Second Sun 4:49
- 7 Fall to Rescue 3:51
- 8 Everything Turns 3:08
- 9 Safer Emergency 4:06
- 10 When I Tell You in the End 3:54
- 11 Checking In 3:57
- 12 Holy Water 4:12
- 13 Everybody Calls Me Lonely 3:33
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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