Sumo cover

Sumo

The Superjesus · 1998

78 min · 17 tracks · alternative rock

A raw blend of grunge-influenced riffs and introspective lyrics that capture the angst of late '90s alternative rock.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • wave-like pacing with peaks
  • introspective lyrics for reflection
  • dynamic flow across tracks
  • angst-driven late-night listening

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking instant gratification
  • prefer standalone singles

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on February 1, 1998, 'Sumo' was The Superjesus's sophomore album, following their successful debut 'Eight Step Rail' in 1996. By this point, the band had solidified their presence in the Australian music scene, building on their earlier acclaim to expand their sound and reach.
Stylistic neighbors
Veruca Salt· The Breeders· L7

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 Down Again 5:13
  • 2 Saturation 4:04
  • 3 Sandfly 4:17
  • 4 Now & Then 4:07
  • 5 Ashes 3:38
  • 6 I'm Stained 4:47
  • 7 Honeyrider 4:40
  • 8 Sink 3:44
  • 9 Dead Ended 3:07
  • 10 Milk / Shut My Eyes 8:44

Disc 2

  • 1 Ashes 5:13
  • 2 Ground 3:38
  • 3 I'm Stained 4:37
  • 4 Down Again 5:17
  • 5 Shut My Eyes 4:16
  • 6 Saturation 4:30
  • 7 Now and Then 4:24

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