Majesty Shredding cover

Majesty Shredding

Superchunk · 2010

41 min · 11 tracks · alternative rock

A punchy blend of jangly guitars and earnest lyrics that captures the spirit of indie rock's resurgence.

Why this album works

The album received critical acclaim, with outlets like Pitchfork praising its energetic return and solidifying Superchunk's relevance in modern indie rock. It peaked at number 19 on the Billboard Independent Albums chart, marking a successful comeback for the band amidst a thriving alternative music landscape.
Best for
steady pacing for focused listening earworm melodies for sing-alongs punchy tracks with consistent energy
Context
Released in 2010, 'Majesty Shredding' is Superchunk's first album in nearly a decade, following their 2001 release 'Here's to Shutting Up'. At this point in their career, the band was reestablishing themselves within the indie rock scene after a long hiatus, navigating changes in both the music industry and their own personal lives.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Digging for Something Standout 3:31
  • 2 My Gap Feels Weird 3:13
  • 3 Rosemarie 4:14
  • 4 Crossed Wires 3:47
  • 5 Slow Drip 2:50
  • 6 Fractures in Plaster 5:19
  • 7 Learned to Surf Standout 3:53
  • 8 Winter Games 4:12
  • 9 Rope Light 2:32
  • 10 Hot Tubes 3:48
  • 11 Everything at Once Standout 4:14

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