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Down by the Racetrack

Guided by Voices · 2013

9 min · 6 tracks · indie rock · lo-fi

A brief, fragmented exploration of lo-fi indie rock that feels intimate and spontaneous.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • short bursts of spontaneous energy
  • intimate moments of fragmented exploration
  • for quick listening breaks
  • playful and irreverent vibes

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer lengthy, cohesive albums
  • seek polished, mainstream production

Where this album fits

Career context
When 'Down by the Racetrack' was released in 2013, Guided by Voices was in a phase of revitalization following their reunion in 2010. This album marked their return to a more experimental and concise sound, showcasing the band's ability to craft catchy yet ephemeral songs. It continued the momentum from their previous release, 'Let's Go Eat the Factory', while reflecting a matured approach to songwriting.
Stylistic neighbors
Pavement· The Mountain Goats· Sebadoh

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 It Travels Faster Through Thin Hair 1:14
  • 2 Pictures of the Man 2:37
  • 3 Amanda Gray 0:43
  • 4 Standing in a Puddle of Flesh 1:30
  • 5 Copy Zero 1:48
  • 6 Down By the Racetrack 1:45

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