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Good Feeling

by Travis

Released: September 08, 1997

Britpop, indie rock, baroque pop

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Why This Album Matters

This album matters because its strongest editorial story is: Debut Album.

The Album

"Good Feeling" is the debut studio album by Scottish rock band Travis, released on September 8, 1997, through Independiente Records. The album was well-received and marked a strong debut for the band. All four singles from the album reached the UK Top 40, with "Tied to the 90s" making it into the Top 30.

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It was re-released in 2000 with new artwork…

It was re-released in 2000 with new artwork and a slightly modified track, and in April 2021, it was reissued on vinyl with the original cover art.

Once in London, Travis spent up to a…

Once in London, Travis spent up to a year recording their debut album, Good Feeling, and played their first London show at the Dublin Castle pub.

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Good Feeling

"Good Feeling" is the debut studio album by Scottish rock band Travis, released on September 8, 1997, through Independiente Records.

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Then

Reception

They were introduced to manager Andy MacDonald, who signed them personally, not to his label, Independiente Records, with a "golden handcuffs" clause ensuring the band would follow him if he left the label.

Now

Legacy

The success of Good Feeling helped establish Travis as a prominent band in the late '90s rock scene. The album, known for its upbeat and rockier sound compared to their later work, is considered one of their best.

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The Complete Album Story

Once in London, Travis spent up to a year recording their debut album, Good Feeling, and played their first London show at the Dublin Castle pub. They were introduced to manager Andy MacDonald, who signed them personally, not to his label, Independiente Records, with a "golden handcuffs" clause ensuring the band would follow him if he left the label. The album, known for its upbeat and rockier sound compared to their later work, is considered one of their best. It was re-released in 2000 with new artwork and a slightly modified track, and in April 2021, it was reissued on vinyl with the original cover art.