Life on Other Planets by Supergrass

Pros: Twelve flawless tracks, Gaz's unique voice
Cons: None (believe it or not)

Once in the bluest of moons I pick up a newly released, positively hyped album. My sister, fellow reviewers, and many others suggested that I not wait to get Life on Other Planets from British hipsters Supergrass. All the hype, support,...

Pros: A Brilliant & Luscious Masterpiece from Supergrass.
Cons: None.

Since the emergence of Brit-pop back in the mid-1990s, a new wave of British rock emerged after the fallout of its previous scenes like Shoegazing (My Bloody Valentine, Ride, Lush) and Madchester (Stone Roses, Happy Mondays, Inspiral Carpets) had...

Pros: Great guitar riffs, fun tunes
Cons: Supergrass still has the stigma of being "not serious"

I've always liked Supergrass. Their self-titled album, which put their name on the map here in the States included the standout hit "Pumping On Your Stereo" and their ubiquitous video for that tune cemented their status as 'non-serious guitar band'. My...

Pros: ”Grace”, a few other good songs.
Cons: Sometimes it seems like they really couldn’t be bothered...

If there’s one thing I hate, it’s writing negative things about bands who, over the course of a few albums, have provided me with hours of musical enjoyment. I almost feel guilty about it, but as I sit here listening to “Life On Other...

Pros: Pick-up album; Best Supergrass album
Cons: ‘Come on, I wanted to here stereo imaging’

I'm glad I picked this album up, after seeing the Band return with a few live performances on TV, they're definitely showing a newer sense of youth, fun and some of the coolest licks around at the moment. The band, looking as cool as they do - who are...

Pros: Perfect Brit Pop, Supergrass right on par
Cons: Not much progression from previous efforts

About a decade ago, Brit pop was "it" in England. Blur was battling Oasis for rule of the country, w ...