Blazing Gentlemen
Robert Pollard · 2013
32 min · 16 tracks · indie rock
A whimsical collage of lo-fi melodies and eccentric storytelling that encapsulates Pollard's signature indie rock charm.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- whimsical storytelling with charm
- short bursts of playful energy
- fragmented pacing for quick listens
- for light-hearted moments
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking long, immersive experiences
- prefer structured, cohesive narratives
Where this album fits
- Career context
- When 'Blazing Gentlemen' was released in 2013, Robert Pollard was already a veteran of the indie rock scene, having formed Guided by Voices in 1983 and released numerous solo albums. This album followed his prolific output in the early 2010s, showcasing his ability to blend brevity with creativity across 16 tracks, each brimming with vivid imagery and playful themes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Guided by Voices· Pavement· The Mountain Goats
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Magic Man Hype 2:35
- 2 Blazing Gentlemen 3:19
- 3 Red Flag Down 2:49
- 4 Storm Center Level Seven 1:25
- 5 Return of the Drums 2:10
- 6 Piccadilly Man 0:55
- 7 Professional Goose Trainer 1:36
- 8 Extra Fools’ Day 1:35
- 9 1000 Royalty Street 1:47
- 10 My Museum Needs an Elevator 3:17
- 11 Tonight’s the Rodeo 1:50
- 12 Tea People 1:33
- 13 Faking the Boyscouts 2:42
- 14 Triple Sec Venus 1:58
- 15 This Place Has Everything 1:07
- 16 Lips of Joy 2:06
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