Artist: Superchunk
Album: Majesty Shredding
Released: September 2010
Label: Merge Records
Genre: Indie Rock
Purchase Date: 11 November 2010
Format: mp3 files
Source: Amazon
The first release in 10 years from the '90s indie rock powerhouse (and the band that founded the incredibly influential independent label Merge Records), Majesty Shredding sounds like Superchunk had merely stepped over to the minimart for another 12-pack, and came right back. It's a return to classic Superchunk, reprising their uptempo indie rock sound from the mid-90s. It doesn't sound like a re-hash: they may be in their early 40s but they still have something new to say. The music is energetic, catchy, tuneful, and just raw enough to keep it interesting. If you liked Superchunk in '95, you'll love this album. Standout tracks include "Digging for Something" and "Crossed Wires," and the rest of the album works well too. Highly recommended: this is one of the best albums of the year.
Rating: A
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