Supershit 666

Lore & Background

Supershit 666 was assembled from members of The Wildhearts, Hellacopters, and Backyard Babies, with Swedish producer Thomas Skogsberg on bass. The only release was a 6-track EP in 1999 on Inferno Records, recorded with minimal rehearsal and studio time. The EP's sound has been compared to the 1996 Hellacopters album Supershitty to the Max!.

The EP includes 'Star War Jr.,' a song that predates the Backyard Babies track 'Star War' from their 2001 album Making Enemies Is Good, meaning the 2001 song is a later version. The EP also features a cover of 'Crank It Up' by the 1980s American heavy metal band The Rods, with backing vocals by Nicke Borg (Backyard Babies) and Chris McCormack (3 Colours Red), and harmonica by Backyard Babies drummer Peder Carlsson.

Both Ginger and Dregen have repeatedly expressed interest in recording and possibly touring under the Supershit 666 name again, but due to the hectic schedules of all involved, no firm plans have been made.

Reader's Guide

Supershit 666 holds a niche but notable place in rock history as a supergroup that existed almost entirely in the studio. Their sole EP, released in 1999, captures a raw, collaborative energy among musicians from influential European rock bands. The project's minimal rehearsal and recording time, combined with the members' other commitments, resulted in a one-off release that has become a collector's item. The EP's connection to the Hellacopters' Supershitty to the Max! and the Backyard Babies' later work highlights the cross-pollination within the Scandinavian rock scene. Despite never performing live, the group's legacy endures through the continued interest of its members in reviving the project, though no concrete plans have materialized. The EP remains a snapshot of a moment when these artists came together purely for the music.

Did You Know?

• The EP includes a cover of 'Crank It Up' by the 1980s American heavy metal band The Rods.
• 'Star War Jr.' predates the Backyard Babies song 'Star War' from their 2001 album Making Enemies Is Good; the 2001 track is a later version.
• The EP features backing vocals by Nicke Borg of Backyard Babies and Chris McCormack of 3 Colours Red, and harmonica by Backyard Babies drummer Peder Carlsson.