A debut that dances with existential questions – supermarius crafts electronic poetry for the overthinking generation.
El Salvador-born, Sweden-based artist supermarius makes his striking debut with “what is life?,” an electronic exploration of modern existentialism.
The self-taught multi-instrumentalist crafts every element in his home studio, blending atmospheric production with philosophical lyricism inspired by works like The Stranger and Sapiens. The result is an album that feels both intimately personal and universally relatable.
Standout tracks showcase supermarius’ range: “MEMORIES” wraps listeners in nostalgic synths, while “SELF-RIGHTEOUS ODYSSEY” deconstructs song structures with experimental flair.
Collaborations with Barcelona artist Dialiva on “VIDEOGAME” and “WHAT A LIFE” add dynamic vocal contrast to the otherwise instrumental-heavy work, with the latter track offering one of the album’s most immediate melodic moments.
What makes “what is life?” compelling is its balance of cerebral themes and emotional resonance.
The production glitches and pulses with restless energy, mirroring the album’s existential questions, yet never loses its musicality.
While clearly influenced by artists like James Blake and Four Tet, supermarius carves his own niche through raw, DIY authenticity.
View this post on Instagram
For a debut, what is life? shows remarkable maturity in both concept and execution.
It’s an album that invites deep listening while still delivering moments of pure sonic pleasure.
As supermarius continues developing his sound, this first effort proves he’s an artist worth watching – one who can make you dance while pondering life’s big questions.
