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Faulty Superheroes

Robert Pollard · 2015

30 min · 12 tracks · indie rock

A kaleidoscopic blend of lo-fi melodies and whimsical lyricism, echoing Pollard's playful approach to indie rock.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • short bursts of playful energy
  • whimsical narratives for lighthearted moments
  • quick, catchy melodies throughout
  • ideal for upbeat afternoon listening

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer lengthy immersive albums
  • seek serious introspective themes

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Faulty Superheroes' was released in 2015, Robert Pollard had established himself as a prolific figure in indie rock, with numerous albums under his belt since his breakout with Guided By Voices in the 1990s. This album came after his 2014 release 'Honey Locust Honky Tonk', continuing his exploration of concise songwriting and experimental sounds while maintaining the signature Pollard charm.
Stylistic neighbors
Guided by Voices· Pavement· The Mountain Goats

Tracklist

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

  • 1 What a Man 3:29
  • 2 Case of Elimination 1:58
  • 3 Faulty Superheroes 3:07
  • 4 Faster the Great 1:55
  • 5 The Real Wilderness 1:27
  • 6 Photo Enforced Human Highway 3:22
  • 7 Take Me to Yolita 2:47
  • 8 Up Up and Up 2:47
  • 9 You Only Need One 2:15
  • 10 Bizarro’s Last Quest 2:53
  • 11 Mozart’s Throne 2:35
  • 12 Perikeet Vista 1:28

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