Fiction Man
Robert Pollard · 2004
31 min · 14 tracks · indie rock
A kaleidoscopic blend of lo-fi indie rock and whimsical storytelling that captures Pollard's eclectic creativity.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- concise bursts of creativity
- playful narratives with energy
- quick tempo for active listening
- whimsical storytelling throughout
- for short breaks
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer longer, tracks
- seek deep, introspective themes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- When 'Fiction Man' was released in 2004, Robert Pollard was already a prolific figure, having established himself as the frontman of Guided by Voices. This album marked his first solo release after the band's hiatus in 2004, showcasing his distinct songwriting style outside the context of the group. Pollard had been experimenting with shorter song structures and pop sensibilities, which is evident throughout this collection.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Guided by Voices· Pavement· The Mountain Goats
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Run Son Run 2:27
- 2 I Expect a Kill 1:46
- 3 Sea of Dead 2:49
- 4 Children Come On 1:27
- 5 The Louis Armstrong of Rock and Roll 2:00
- 6 Losing Usage 1:50
- 7 Built to Improve 2:47
- 8 Paradise Style 1:02
- 9 Conspiracy of Owls 2:29
- 10 It's Only Natural 2:18
- 11 Trial of Affliction and Light Sleeping 2:27
- 12 Every Word in the World 2:07
- 13 Night of the Golden Underground 1:26
- 14 Their Biggest Win 4:05
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