What makes Supersystem by The Feelers notable?

Supersystem achieved significant commercial success in New Zealand, reaching the top of the charts and earning multiple platinum certifications. The album's blend of rock and catchy melodies helped solidify The Feelers' reputation as one of the leading bands in the late '90s Kiwi music landscape. Released in 1998, Supersystem was The Feelers' debut album, marking their entry into the New Zealand music scene. At this point, the band was poised to gain national attention after forming just a year prior.

How many songs are on Supersystem?

Supersystem has 13 tracks, running approximately 51 minutes.

Supersystem

The Feelers · 1998

51 min · 13 tracks · rock music

A vibrant blend of rock with melodic hooks and introspective lyrics, capturing a distinct late-90s sound.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Pressure Man — Opening with an infectious guitar riff, this track establishes the album's energetic tone while addressing themes of societal pressure and personal struggle.
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Satellite — This song features a catchy chorus and showcases the band's ability to merge rock elements with pop sensibilities, making it a standout single from the album.
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Honey God — With its introspective lyrics and soothing melody, this track reveals a more vulnerable side of the band, highlighting their lyrical depth amidst upbeat instrumentation.

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Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

44 /100

Lowland

Higher than 4% of albums we've rated

The album features strong melodies and varied tempos but lacks a cohesive flow across its length.

What we noticed

The first three tracks feature driving guitar riffs and upbeat tempos, establishing a lively energy that characterizes the album's opening.
Several songs incorporate layered vocal harmonies, particularly in the choruses, enhancing the melodic hooks throughout.

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: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 5/10

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.

Tracklist

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

1 Pressure Man 4:32
2 Satellite 2:47
3 Venus 4:50
4 Space Cadet 3:14
5 Arm 3:29
6 Honey God 3:28
7 Friend 3:19
8 From Space With Love 3:37
9 Float 4:46
10 Pull The Strings 5:31
11 SuperSystem 5:16
12 The Leaving 3:57
13 Mary 3:00

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