Supertaste is another group I found on TikTok, and they’re right in my wheelhouse. This is a band playing disco-infused dance music with a healthy dose of funky outer-space vibes. Their music sits in that sweet spot where dance music feels like musicians playing together rather than a DJ, with all the personality and little musical touches that come with it.

I’m a sucker for bands that do this kind of stuff. Think Chromeo, with their electro-funk and R&B influences, or Friendly Fires, whose dance-rock has a more kinetic, high-energy feel. They’re all working in a similar general neighborhood, but they don’t occupy the same space. Supertaste lean more heavily into disco, with choppy guitar, elastic bass, electronic keys, and grooves that are hard to resist.

The four songs collected on Cinephile give a good sense of what they do, while “Chemistry,” featuring Darianna Everett, takes that sound in another direction.

“Cinephile” is a ton of fun. It’s laid-back, spacey dance music, but there are pockets where the sound of a full band bursts through around the chorus. I could listen to that choppy disco guitar all day and never get tired of it, and the bass has an elastic quality that makes the whole thing bounce. There’s a spoken-word section that brings to mind the classic George Clinton bridges, adding another layer of funk and personality. It’s infectious from the start, with enough going on to keep you listening while the groove does its thing.

A song about people who see the world in black and white and experience it only through screens, commenting on our terminally online culture, has no business making me want to dance this much.

“Closer to the Ground” has more urgency. The vocals reach into an almost falsetto register at times, shifting in and out rather than staying up there, while an insistent drumbeat gives the song a sharper edge. By the chorus, though, it opens into another infectious dance groove, with multitracked vocals adding depth. There’s a darker feeling to the song, too, with a sense that the world is running out of time, almost as if we’re approaching the end of it all. The contrast between that apocalyptic outlook and the irresistible beat is a big part of what makes the song work.

“Not Letting Go” starts in a dreamier, more atmospheric place than the usual disco workout. The electronic textures and laid-back electric piano establish a hazy mood before the bolder synths and drums begin to take over. That contrast between the softer sounds and the more forceful production fits the song’s darker thoughts. The lyrics seem to be about painful memories, unsettling dreams, and the way the mind keeps returning to things you’d rather leave behind. The music captures that restless feeling, like you’re trying to settle into a peaceful state but your mind won’t let you stay there for long. It’s a cool, almost hypnotic vibe, with an undercurrent of unease running through it.

“Lucidity” brings a cinematic feel, with sweeping strings giving the opening a different kind of grandeur. The song feels upbeat even as the lyrics plead for clarity. The hook is fantastic and the ending is awesome, with swirling synths and keys carrying the track out in a way that lets the atmosphere hang in the air.

“Chemistry” is a little different, with electronic keys and synths carrying much of the arrangement. Darianna Everett’s vocals have a relaxed, almost sultry quality in the verses, before the harmonies kick in and give the song more lift. The drumbeat is fantastic, the kind that practically forces you to move whether you want to or not. The choppy guitar is back, and the strings add another layer of color to the production.

I love the contrast between the restrained vocal and the driving rhythm. All these elements come together in a way that feels effortless, even though there’s plenty happening beneath the surface.

What I like about Supertaste is that these songs don’t all sound the same. There’s room for a dreamy atmosphere, a darker lyrical theme, a cinematic sweep, or a relaxed vocal performance, but the groove is always central. The guitar, bass, drums, keys, strings, and harmonies each have a role to play, and the production gives them space to stand out without losing the momentum.

Ultimately, these are good-time songs. They’re the kind of tracks you can put on at home, in the car, at a party, or pretty much anywhere, and they’ll get you moving. I love music that can do that, especially when it comes from a band that brings its own personality to the dance floor.

If I put on a Supertaste song and you don’t unconsciously begin moving to the groove with a smile on your face, I’m going to have to assume you are a robot.

Verdict: Great

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