English Little League
Guided by Voices · 2013
45 min · 17 tracks · indie rock · lo-fi
A kaleidoscopic blend of lo-fi melodies and whimsical lyrics that captures the essence of everyday absurdity.
Why this album works
'English Little League' received positive critical reception, reinforcing Guided by Voices' status as indie rock stalwarts. The album was praised for its catchy hooks and lyrical quirks, contributing to a resurgence in interest in the band’s music during the early 2010s. It also charted on the Billboard Indie Albums chart, signaling their continued relevance in the indie scene.
- Career context
- Released in 2013, 'English Little League' is Guided by Voices' first album after reuniting the classic lineup. This album followed their 2012 project 'Let's Go Eat the Factory', marking a significant return to form for the band during a period of prolific output. The album features the band's typical brevity and lo-fi aesthetic, showcasing their enduring creativity.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Linkin Park· Moby· Neil Young· Green Day· Sonic Youth· Tori Amos· Nine Inch Nails· R.E.M.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Xeno Pariah 2:03
- 2 Know Me as Heavy Standout 2:50
- 3 Islands (She Talks in Rainbows) Standout 2:16
- 4 Trashcan Full of Nails Standout 3:31
- 5 Send to Celeste 3:19
- 6 The Quiet Game 3:19
- 7 Noble Insect 3:24
- 8 Sir Garlic Breath 2:26
- 9 Crybaby 4 Star Hotel 1:53
- 10 Biographer Seahorse 3:36
- 11 Flunky Minnows 2:12
- 12 Birds 2:45
- 13 The Sudden Death of Epstein's Ways 2:16
- 14 Reflections in a Metal Whistle 1:47
- 15 Taciturn Cave 3:55
- 16 A Burning Glass 2:01
- 17 W/ Glass in Foot 2:20
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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