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  • Summary: This is the debut full-length release for the London-based eight-person indie pop collective.
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 12 out of 19
  2. Negative: 0 out of 19
  1. 91
    It’s a hearty mix, but that’s not to communicate that Superorganism are just good curators, they also are fresh creators.
  2. Mar 5, 2018
    83
    This LP is loud, clanging, and communal, but also, in its own way, dreamlike. There’s something warped at the core of these songs, as if they’ve been yanked through some kind of wormhole and have reemerged into our world as aliens. And, for the most part, that makes for some fascinating listening.
  3. Mar 2, 2018
    80
    It's clear that Superorganism know exactly what they are doing at all times, slicing and dicing like master chefs, then reassembling the bits and bobs of pop ephemera into a concoction that has a sugary kick sweeter and fizzier than an ice-cold cola.
  4. Mar 1, 2018
    70
    Millennial inertia is a target--see ‘It’s All Good’ and ‘Nobody Cares’--but their bite is balanced with blear and bounce in equal measure.
  5. Mar 20, 2018
    70
    While it's more than a little uneven, however, there are more new things being attempted on Superorganism than you might find on 10 other artists' records combined. They may not always nail their landing, but Superorganism at least max out their scores for creativity.
  6. Mar 2, 2018
    60
    Excess and saturation can only get a band so far without a knowing wink to match, and at the moment, it’s that mischievous streak of personality that feels slightly absent.
  7. Apr 18, 2018
    40
    The album quickly loses itself into a tasteless, gimmicky wormhole of hideous sounds that grate the ears. Superorganism are onto something here, but as it stands, their erratically-paced scheme is a passable novelty.

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  2. Mixed: 0 out of 9
  3. Negative: 0 out of 9
  1. Apr 19, 2018
    10
    MAGNIFICO, SORPRENDE, ESPECTACULAR
    Superorganism trae un electro pop cargado de sonidos aleatorios muy bien combinandos, psicodélicos y
    MAGNIFICO, SORPRENDE, ESPECTACULAR
    Superorganism trae un electro pop cargado de sonidos aleatorios muy bien combinandos, psicodélicos y graciosos vídeos y una lirica que no se puede dejar pasar con mucha relación a la tecnología de hoy en dia, todo eso y mas en tan solo 35 minutos que dura el album
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  2. Mar 2, 2018
    10
    I absolutely adore this new album; it's edgy, unique, experimental and quite amazing! Best tracks on this record: Nobody Cares, EverybodyI absolutely adore this new album; it's edgy, unique, experimental and quite amazing! Best tracks on this record: Nobody Cares, Everybody Wants To Be Famous, Something For Your M.I.N.D, Reflections on the Screen and Nai's March. Expand
  3. May 13, 2018
    9
    "Creativity is intelligence having fun"
    With members spanning the globe, Superorganism's self-titled debut garners a diverse sound which is
    "Creativity is intelligence having fun"
    With members spanning the globe, Superorganism's self-titled debut garners a diverse sound which is a direct result of this distance. Filling the entire album are a variety of samples, not so saturated that it loses its listen-ability, but plentiful enough that your ear catches a new sound after each play-through.
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  4. Apr 29, 2018
    9
    First thing I heard from this band was the highly eclectic and extraordinary Joe Goddard remix of Something For Your M.I.N.D, which in no wayFirst thing I heard from this band was the highly eclectic and extraordinary Joe Goddard remix of Something For Your M.I.N.D, which in no way prepared me for the much more laid back nature of these 10 tracks. Initially that left me a little disappointed, but that soon passed and before I knew it, this album was being played over and over again. The combination of distinctive vocal styles, often sampled and messed about with, together with the imaginative effects and laid back guitars are a charming concoction. They also miss no opportunities to throw another pleasing pop hook into the mix. In the end the whole is a delightful cocktail and already looks to be one of my picks for this year. Expand
  5. Mar 8, 2018
    9
    A great way to start their careers, the album's funky and quirky sound is fresh considering we're stuck in a world of boring pop. The firstA great way to start their careers, the album's funky and quirky sound is fresh considering we're stuck in a world of boring pop. The first half of the album is without a doubt more stronger than the second half with the songs, The Prawn Song and Relax definitely being the weaker tracks on this LP, however the ending track, Night Time is well worth the wait of listening throughout this album. The song Nai's March to me at the moment is differing my opinion on whether I like it, or I love it, so a re-listen to that particular song may be needed.
    Overall, if you're looking for a fresh indie sound than look no further than Superorganism.

    Favourite Tracks: Reflections on the Screen, Night Time, Everybody Wants to Be Famous, Something for Your M.I.N.D., It's All Good

    Least Favourite Tracks: The Prawn Song, Relax
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  6. Apr 22, 2018
    8
    ____It's not a boring and not insipid indie pop, assembled as a collage of pieces of different styles and lots of synthetic sounds and____It's not a boring and not insipid indie pop, assembled as a collage of pieces of different styles and lots of synthetic sounds and effects, filled with the slightly relaxed and lazy voice of Honore, 17. Optimistic and dreamy compositions with witty lyrics about modern realities will easily become cute and close in spirit listeners, especially young ones).
    ____ I wish everyone to feel the fresh breath of the Superorganism, which rightfully can be called the "opening of the year".
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  7. Mar 19, 2018
    7
    Superorganism, the debut album from the eight-piece London/Maine upstarts, delivers some inspiring tracks, but lacks the consistency andSuperorganism, the debut album from the eight-piece London/Maine upstarts, delivers some inspiring tracks, but lacks the consistency and stylistic breadth to be truly considered great. A deeply engaging, psychedelic listening experience for the better parts, but unpleasant at it's admittedly less frequent lows. Starting off with a trio of previously-released singles ("It's All Good", "Everybody Wants To Be Famous", and "Nobody Cares"), ones hopes are raised for the rest of the album, with some strangely enjoyable production. Though the sound has been explored before by numerous difficult-to-classify indie bands, there is a unique twist present that makes the band have its unique appeal. "Reflections On The Screen", the first new material in the track-listing, certainly seems to deliver on this promise, although weaker than the album's opening. The song draws upon the style heard previously, but with a more pop-y structure and perhaps more inoffensive mixing. However, past this point, the narrowness of the group's stylistic repertoire begins to show. "SPRORGNSM" seems like it comes from a place of lacking faith in the lead vocalist Orono Noguchi's ability to carry the track, despite her vocals being its saving grace. "Something For Your M.I.N.D.", as the song which first brought Superorganism into the spotlight, is yet another solid track, but with the further context of the rest of the album, lacks the same punch it did at first listen. The three next tracks ("Nai's March", "The Prawn Song", "Relax") all lack the polish, and perhaps even underlying concept, to be a challenging and exciting listening experience. Rather, they all come off as abrasive. Ending with the song "Night Time" was a unexpected positive surprise, however, considering what came before. The track makes an enjoyable, laid-back finale to what was overall an incredibly solid start for the band. I greatly look forward to what polish and a more coherent concept could do for a clearly innovative group. Expand

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