(March 2016) I have completed phase 78 of my “opus project,” in which I listen to a band’s complete discography. This edition: SUPERGRASS. Never understood why this effervescent, talented British alt-band with a sense of humor never gained wider attention. Try it.
Favourite album: Life on Other Planets
Favourite song: Alright
Compared to expectations: same
(January 2016) I have completed episode 73 of my “opus project,” in which I listen to a band’s full discography. This episode: PULP. Fine glam Britpop. Common People is one of my all-time favorite songs.
Favourite album: Different Class
Favourite song: Common People
Compared to expectations: ↓
(August 2014) I have completed phase 33 of my “opus project,” in which I listen to a band’s discography from beginning to end. This episode: BLUR.
Favourite album: Parklife
Favourite song: Coffee and TV
Special sauce: Graham Coxon
Compared to expectations: same
(July 2014) I have completed phase 32 of my “opus project,” in which I listen to a band’s entire discography in chronological order. This episode: OASIS.
Favourite album: Definitely Maybe
Favourite song: Keep the Dream Alive
Started strong with two excellent albums, finished strong with two good albums, with the weaker ones in between
Compared to expectations: same
Opus Project 