Superorganism - Self-Titled ALBUM REVIEW

[@FillmFilms]

solid 7/10 In an indie scene that seemingly favors pretentious groups trying to make their sound as esoteric as possible it's refreshing to find an album that's not afraid to have some fun with itself.

[@DarklordofDOOM57]

interestingly, I felt like this album just wanted to pander so much to a "new kind of indie" sound and audience, felt really forced and boring to me.

[@FillmFilms]

hmmm... Have you listened to Japanese Breakfast?

[@Wonderlikechild]

@@DarklordofDOOM57 How so? They do so many adventurous things and layer after layer of neat, er, layers of sounds that are ridiculously catchy. For 7-8 (kids), they made a SOLID album with an even more solid and evolving live show. Not to mention B, the pretty brunette backround singer, lead sings a new song while Orono picks up a guitar (when I saw them 2 weeks ago). They are super diverse and I can't wait for their next album which I personally expect to be quite different than this first, or at least with a lot of new "tricks" due to different members singing front and probably other new things. :]

[@Healthywave99]

@@DarklordofDOOM57 lmao what? No.

[@johnjohnson-os5gw]

But Anthony... How could you not like the Prawn Song? Prawns are a highly sophisticated superorganism. The prawns are your friends.

[@Leeeg]

don't eat the prawns prawns are your friend don't eat the prawns prawns are your friend

[@miaumiau679]

he vegan

[@fernandamartins9851]

It's my favorite on the album

[@themistermaniacal]

@@fernandamartins9851 its a bop

[@johnr797]

Fookin prawns man

[@nicholasmitchell6025]

I’m so glad you’re reviewing this, found this band about a year ago when they had 20 views on Something For Your MIND and wondered why they weren’t getting more recognition, now they’re getting that.

[@3jesus3christ3]

Nevan Twenty-Four I had the exact same ring to say lmao

[@Leeeg]

I found Something For Your Mind on a facebook ad. Never thought I would get into something so much from a god damn facebook ad.

[@rachelarcane2363]

I found them about six months ago on my KZbin recommended, been hooked since. The algorithm isn't all shit I guess

[@optiquemusic6204]

If I said that 'Something For Your MIND' was kind of annoying, how many of you would tell me I'm wrong?

[@iunnoo]

I found them in late 2017 or early 2018 from the Everybody Wants To Be Famous music video appearing on the spanish news

[@shrimpfriedizzy]

hi anthony can you review the spanish flu pandemic of 1918 please

[@cringusbingus6147]

god

[@lemonaids6559]

Yeah, they’re awesome. Something like 20-50 million monthly listeners!

[@downwardspiral8501]

I'd give it a mild 6/10, personally. It's very catchy, but it's demographic is very focused on a younger audience and it gets bloated with the shear size of it. I think that some of it gets so stuffy and it can give headaches at times with how overproduced it is. It tries really hard to come-of as the "New Black Death" (and it succeeds sometimes) and tries to smother its contemporaries, but it's the smaller parts that's so infectiously good. Overall, it's a try-hard that has blotchy spots that look a little watery at times, but quite good production and catchiness.

[@gibbon_aha2549]

Oh boy

[@BadtripMedia]

uhhhhhhhhhh

[@howlinjacqueslisbon5253]

My girlfriend and I always bang to your album reviews, thank you so much!

[@FrugalGamerFlashback]

Shadow J. Brown (f.k.a. Riot Van) That’s kind of weird.

[@matthewholloway81]

J Victor ayyyyyyy

[@bigbingo5837]

Shadow J. Brown (f.k.a. Riot Van) I feel like that u actually do

[@FrugalGamerFlashback]

J Victor I’ve been meaning to thank you for that. She normally won’t shut the fuck up so I’ll take any peace and quiet I can get.

[@underscoreophelia]

Shadow J. Brown (f.k.a. Riot Van) tmi

[@mafsterquast6253]

3:19 there it is

[@ltbq]

glad you liked the album but you didn't mention once how orono is a japanese hologram so the review gets a light to decent 1 from me

[@mattdc_99]

James henlo stinky birb

[@gidiup]

your mom is a japanese hologram

[@CashewChestnuts]

IF COREY FELDMANS DIES IM CALLING THE FEDS MELON

[@CS-nw9si]

I've listened to this album many times since being released, I absolutely love this band.

[@XxXspawndXxX]

Caitlyn Me too, I was listening to their 4 singles before the album even came out and I was so excited when it came out. So far my favorite of the ones I didn't already know is Relax, which oddly enough he didn't mention in this video even though he mentioned every other song on the album.

[@Venenoso]

Where’s the food review at?

[@gazcan1]

He already reviewed melons on the First We Feast channel.

[@Shantyenjoyer]

MM... Food amirite guys? haHAA

[@skadoosh6977]

ur gay

[@dysonspheretxi]

I want to see Melon do a review of melon...

[@OMGxITZxPACMAN]

WHY ARE YOU EVERYWHERE? WHERE DID YOU COME FROM?

[@alicethefuzz]

Seeing them live is probably the most fun I’ve had in a while, they really put effort into creating an experience around their music, there was not a single person in the crowd who wasn’t having a good time. I love this album, I can’t wait for more, gonna go find some prawns to kiss.

[@iawnlad]

I really enjoyed this album 8/10

[@SleepSoul]

Superorganism by Superorganism off of Superorganism?

[@nateglyn]

not to be confused by The 1975 by The 1975 off of The 1975

[@1357musician]

What about Black Sabbath by Black Sabbath off of Black Sabbath

[@devinoneill5766]

Simon The Human Run The Jewels by Run The Jewels off of Run The Jewels

[@g0rtmany0lk]

Hey! Are we all just going to forget Iron Maiden by Iron Maiden off of Iron Maiden here?!

[@michaelmcguire7526]

How about Motörhead by Motörhead off of Motörhead

[@christianlesurfmusic]

So happy with this review of possibly one of my favourite albums of all time. Thank you Anthony!

[@jonneil2979]

The Prawn Song is a cheeky slice of genius and you all know it! Also, when are you gonna do a face reveal?

[@IcyDisaster]

I thought the prawns were a metaphor for people, that was my take anyway

[@Themustachedfool]

my favorite new band!!! so happy you did a review of it i've been waiting. just caught their show in madison a couple nights ago and it was awesome (although they still need tightening). for their age, they are doing great things

[@randomvids224]

most of the band is in their late 20s and early 30s, they're not tight because the band is an industry plant

[@ezequielrenovato6608]

SuperMelonism

[@RYBATUGA]

THE VOIDZ VIRTUE REVIEW! I'M REALLY STOKED FOR THAT ONE!

[@freddiehammond2675]

RYBATUGA stroked*

[@RYBATUGA]

ahahah you're awesome xD

[@augustcampbell2375]

Coreys still freaking out over the NOT GOOD you gave him in 2016.. He's just been hiding it really well until now

[@anthuanleyva]

I loved the album! I got most of them stuck in my head and hum them all day.

[@AKamikazeMonk]

I've been waiting for this review, I feel like the vocals take me to an indie film era like 5-10 years ago. Relax is an awesome song and I feel like I haven't had this much fun listening to an album in a while. Such a crazy mix and I hope they can keep it up.

[@Jon_Dow]

Please make "hit the bell as well" a permanent addition to the end-card. It was cute

[@Mandorf603]

I've been waiting for this review and I'm very happy you enjoyed this as much as I did. Great video as always melon!

[@mmitchelldaviss]

can’t agree more!

[@RagePeanut]

Thanks for the review, been waiting for it since the album got released ! I actually find myself re-listening to the second half of this album way more than its first half. But I must admit that it's probably because I've gotten used to most of the songs from the first half since a lot of them were released before the album.

[@Leeeg]

I feel the exact same about the second half dude.

[@epple9804]

honestly, i love your channel. u can explain something everyone understands in a more complicated way, and i think it's odd that u can do what u do and the majority of the time, everyone agrees.

[@steviewonder1663]

Simple Plan best to legendary

[@steviewonder1663]

"I'm 40 and still sing about highschool" deserves at least the number 3 spot

[@YourMusicPress]

I think what you said about Night Time is interesting because I felt that may be a preview of what their future sound could be. It gave me that 80's throwback vibe that bands like Pale Waves are doing but not to the point where that's their entire identity. I also thought that was a really strong closing track for the album because it definitely slumps in the middle but picks back up in the end.

[@Ouroboross22]

Superorganism is probly the most creative poppy thing I heard these last years, I give it a very very strong 10 outta 10. Like, every freaking song is butter to me.

[@johnr797]

Too much water 0/10

[@Ouroboross22]

@@johnr797 I had no idea I wrote that comment I mustve been drunk...

[@Emme-Kappa]

dat voidz album though

[@maddomeep2905]

Hey melon have you seen reviewbrah's death grips review yet?

[@Sound8VisionVibe]

He killed that shit.

[@cameronsaenz25]

We really need that review of mirror might steal your charm By the garden

[@seanbarry1757]

Review, poor the adults debut album pls señor meloñ

[@chriscollins1097]

These guys really blew up since this review came out. I'm glad Anthony got me hip on them back in March.

[@mnrradioshow5566]

Couldn't agree more Fantano... Sensibilities come from the band within the band, The Eversons, polished and bright in their own right... But you're spot on nerd-man... (as usual).

[@derbistheeternal2947]

Been waiting for this review

[@Zhark159632]

Can’t wait for the voidz review

[@7Dev]

Decent 7

[@laratahm8124]

Superorganism is the real shit! I have even talked about this band in front of class and I am so proud I dod that because ppl from my school know now how great they are! ^_^

[@MRjuggerNAUT77]

I randomly heard Night Time on spotify recently and really enjoyed it, I'll have to listen to the rest of the album

[@chasem8725]

I'M so glad you reviewed this.. didn't think you would

[@duckyduke954]

Anthony, could you review Hayley Kiyoko's debut album : Expectations ?

[@channelname4238]

IT'S AT 3:19

[@breakingpoint252]

LMAO THANK YOU

[@finnlancashire3296]

I would really love to see an Elliott Smith review. I have been listening to his music my entire life, and the more I listen to it, the more I enjoy it, but I have also realized how good it is and how much talent he had. If you had to review any of his albums, i’d suggest Figure 8- that was his most professional album with the highest production, and I really think the lyrics, instrumentals, and songwriting in general is something you would enjoy or at least think highly of. Anyway yeah that’s my suggestion thanks

[@sealevelbear]

Yep, I agree. I’m no longer a young man, but really like this record, and I am a big fan of Flaming Lips and Animal Collective. It reminds me of discovering indie music in college..... fun!

[@veronicacamp9334]

I’ve been obsessed with the superorganism album for a while now. There’s so much to listen to and it’s definitely not like anything I’ve ever heard before. I don’t understand the music that much but it doesn’t matter. I first heard them on the radio when they played Everybody Wants to be Famous and I thought it was so interesting

[@thriftstoredan5828]

This album is one of my favorites of the year so far.

[@seppstarthebest]

what i like most about them is the super laid back attitude of orono (as you said: not too animated/expressive, but COUCHED) in contrast to all the other band members, who play multiple instruments, beatbox, sing, dance and make weird sound effects with straws and quarter filled water glasses. their appearances on npr and kexp are just hilariously chaotic!

[@marquitagovan7613]

I found this band through Hikaru Utada's music. They are definitely different. The seasoned artist collab itinerary shows through. I think they are a refreshing take on Indie/Pop music but stilk have some growing to do of course. Love the media music innovation.

[@daytripperarrabal]

One doesn't get it until you see them live, enjoying themselves while the girl is kinda judging everyone else, it's quite interesting what they do on stage. Also, their visuals are SICK

[@clungeest]

I find its most reminiscent of the early Twee Core stuff like early Architecture in Helsinki (see "The Owls Go") or early Los Campesinos or even Unknown Mortal Orchestra. It's studied but it's catchy and I'm glad to see that almost 20 years after Bearsuit dropped Cat Spectacular the influence of these bands didn't dissapear.

[@kamalmanzukie]

unassuming and deadpan were the first things that came to my mind great job melon

[@jishservedcold3536]

"The Prawn Song" sounds like "Pink Eye, On My Leg" by Ween, with accompanying The Mollusk-esque "Polka-Dot Tail" lyrics. It's great!

[@connorleno4202]

Personally, I really like the prawn song.

[@sheriffman9160]

same

[@Cnw7897]

already one of my favorite albums of the year, so many bangers

[@chronic_johnson_a.r.a.b]

Wow, after what he said about Reflections on the Screen, I was certain he would have thought the album in general was bland. There are songs I sometimes find myself coming back to, and I'm not quite sure why. Usually I can explain it.

[@ilovecody7514]

Jesse Lapham To me I find the album really hypnotic. And all the different unique sounds used make the project really enjoyable and fun. The vocals are really cute too.

[@mbe1324]

One thing that I never hear reviewers talk about in the sampling is the reoccurring bird noises with their songs, that’s one of the most prominent features to me! :D

[@charlesarmstrong1888]

I like this album a lot ... fizzy warm and fun. Going to work music.

[@safealaswas2001]

Review " MY DEAR MELANCHOLY," the new Weeknd EP, I keep refreshing your channel recently

[@sh0gun___]

Just saw these guys live in Buffalo, it was so much fun. Orono is hilariously deadpan.

[@davidstoneback6159]

Try Frankie Cosmos' new album. Pretty raw but there's some great songwriting.

[@wendelynmusic]

Prawn song made me think of fish heads by Barnes and Barnes. I think the album is a lot of fun. I found them while driving between Seattle and Illinois and they made the ride quite enjoyable

[@tkweaver7548]

Pleasantly surprised he didn't shit upon it! ITS SO GOOD

[@WillyG38]

Really glad you got this one. Loved this project.

[@fablejoey3666]

Hey, are you going to review the new Voidz? It's awesome

[@fablejoey3666]

b Yeah I was just wondering if it was coming out anytime soon

[@itjustworks4044]

It came out last nite dude, it is an amazing piece of art

[@fablejoey3666]

Yogi Bear I know I may or may not have had the album since Monday 😂 I love it definitely an A+

[@halloween_skeleton]

Please check out Typhoon’s album, Offerings. It came out at the beginning of this year.

[@godnotavailable2094]

MELON IT'S BEEN TWO WEEKS, WE NEED THE STONE TEMPLE PILOTS REVIEW ASAP

[@mrmurdochyessss5406]

Please review the new Amen Dunes album so I can decide if I like it.

[@KristofskiKabuki]

The point of the prawn song is that you *won't* get a cold sore from a prawn. It's about having a fantasy of being a prawn to get away from the awfulness of people, and I for one entirely relate. But then I'm a long time they might be giants fan so sillyness doesn't phase me. As for the album as a whole, I'm a bit obsessed. I agree it's very short but when you look at how much went into it I'm not really surprised. Though when I saw the band I felt really old and like I hadn't achieved anything (they're like fifteen or something)

[@hiothezebra]

Been so keen for this to drop

[@johnnygalaviz9677]

Listen to the lyrics to "The Prawn Song" again please. I've never related to a song before in my life

[@CONNER_]

Nice to meet you Mr. Needle Drop, now about your MBDTF review....

[@ozanki19]

The needle drop ive been waiting for ur review on the new The Weeknd EP my dear melancholy

[@Yungtacosss]

Keep asking questions about Corey Feldman *investigate*

[@nick2000720]

Hi Anthony it would make me so happy if you would do a review on the new (and first) L.P. put out by my favorite band, Blank Blue. The l.p. is called "Invisible threads". The main vocalist In the band is Niki Randa, you might remember her from the flying lotus album you reviewed "Until the quiet comes". Thank you Anthony.

[@Jordanpurpl333]

hologram btw

[@Stealth1919]

Review Soccer Mommy, my dude.

[@aggressivebabooneyes2200]

Our Founding Liars is a mysteriously conspicuous presence in melons comment section. Almost like he's tulpa sent from the future to post on video sharing sights. Keep asking questions.

[@LovinBxDJxB]

love your reviews! if you ever get the chance please review Roos Jonkers 'Mmmmm'! I discovered it recently (though it was released in 2010) and have been enjoying it very much

[@marthewputnam4588]

Thanks for getting to this!

[@MegaOctobot]

This record totally brought me back to the 2000 era indie scene. In an interview she pointed out that she was hiding the fact that she was doing vocals from her roommate and waiting for her to either sleep or use the bathroom. Also she hadn't really done vocal work so that's why they are so subdued.

[@kabakaybug]

im glad you reviewed this

[@myautobiographyafanfic1413]

It's the Vib Ribbon OST follow-up we've all been waiting for.

[@orlandomoore3142]

Could you review "You Think You're A Comic!" and "Yellow and Such" by Gus Dapperton? I know both these albums are both old news but I'd like to see what you think about it

[@halfmoonfullsun]

Going to their show in Brooklyn on Thurs? Should be fun!

[@genocidehero9687]

I'll check them out. ANyone got some post rock/indie pop recs? Actually i'll check out almost any genre. Been needing some more stuff to listen to.

[@myfantasticteaparty3833]

Genocide Hero Beethoven

[@suicidalkangarooz]

Genocide Hero Crying - Beyond the Fleeting Gales Protomartyr - Relatives in Descent Hop Along - Get Disowned Richard Dawson - Peasant Car Seat Headrest - Twin Fantasy (2018) Everything Everything - Get to Heaven

[@genocidehero9687]

I actually sleep to classical. thanks Tony

[@genocidehero9687]

Dude. All of these were fucking fire. Thank you!

[@suicidalkangarooz]

Genocide Hero Yeah? Awesome :) I'm glad you liked them

[@benjaminblanchard1336]

I love this album. 'Reflections on the Screen' is SOTY so far

[@worldmusictheory]

Please Anthony review Cap'N Jazz - Analphabetapolothology

[@noahstevens3060]

No one in these comments is actually talking about Superorganism, possibly the best album of this millennium. Definitely top five.

[@xA14xNova]

Is Hot Snakes happening??

[@ThefrypodiPod]

Didn't think there was going to be a review of this album

[@shayprimrose1678]

I loved it! I think you're too hard on short and sweet albums.

[@GoneUnseen]

Thanks for reviewing this, melon. :)

[@brycemathews2726]

The Garden- Mirror might Steal Your Charm

[@qdgyuu]

The vocals are why I haven't listened to this since the first couple times when it came out. I started off liking them but as i kept listening i really wanted to have something more, i think they need an additional vocalist or something.

[@edwllcxn]

ANTHONY, PLEASE REVIEW THE GARDEN’S NEW ALBUM “MIRROR MIGHT STEAL YOUR CHARM”

[@nathanrupley]

Live, Throwing Copper. The Cranberries, No Need to Argue. REM, Monster.

[@willmael7914]

This is like kero kero bonito but less sweet. I like it. 7/10

[@ejmrulz]

I loved this from front to back. I'd say an 8. Prawn Song was my fav. You're a melon.