About this album
Where they were
Released in 2002, 'Superstarved' was Gravity Kills' third studio album, following their 1996 breakthrough 'Gravity Kills'. At this point, the band was navigating the challenges of maintaining relevance in an evolving music landscape, experimenting with a more polished sound while still rooted in their industrial rock roots.
Why it matters
The album features a cover of Depeche Mode's 'Personal Jesus', which received significant airplay and helped introduce the band's sound to a broader audience. Despite mixed critical reception, 'Superstarved' contributed to the resurgence of industrial rock in the early 2000s and solidified Gravity Kills' presence within that scene.
Essential tracks
- "Personal Jesus" — This cover reinterprets a classic track with an industrial twist, showcasing the band's ability to blend genres and appeal to both fans of rock and electronic music.
- "Fifteen Minutes" — With its catchy chorus and driving beat, this track encapsulates the themes of fleeting fame and personal struggle that permeate the album.
- "Take It All Away" — This song highlights a more accessible side of Gravity Kills while still retaining their signature industrial edge, making it a standout track.
Release Date
January 1, 2002
Artist Origin
United States
Tracklist
- 1 Love, Sex, and Money 3:40
- 2 Take It All Away 3:49
- 3 Fifteen Minutes 2:47
- 4 Forget Your Name 3:56
- 5 Enemy 3:42
- 6 Breakdown 3:27
- 7 Beg and Borrow 4:21
- 8 One Thing 3:52
- 9 Personal Jesus 3:15
- 10 Wide Awake 4:08
- 11 Suffocate 3:59
- 12 Superstarved 3:27
- 13 Love, Sex, and Money (reprise) 2:08
- 14 Love, Sex, and Money (Joolz club mix) 7:50
