What makes Honey Locust Honky Tonk by Robert Pollard notable?

Honey Locust Honky Tonk showcases Pollard's unique approach to songwriting, earning praise for its inventive spirit. It reached No. 14 on the Billboard Heatseekers Albums chart, indicating a solid reception within indie circles. The album's unconventional formats and brief track lengths reflect a creative freedom that has influenced subsequent indie rock artists. Released in 2013, Honey Locust Honky Tonk is Robert Pollard's third album since the dissolution of Guided By Voices in 2014. This album arrives during his prolific solo phase, following the critically received albums like Jack Sells the Cow and The Crawling Distance. Pollard continues to explore eclectic songwriting and short song structures reflective of his distinctive style.

Who is Honey Locust Honky Tonk for?

Honey Locust Honky Tonk works well if you're into short bursts of playful whimsy, fragmented pacing with quirky charm and introspective moments with absurdity.

How many songs are on Honey Locust Honky Tonk?

Honey Locust Honky Tonk has 17 tracks, running approximately 34 minutes.

Honey Locust Honky Tonk

Robert Pollard · 2013

34 min · 17 tracks · indie rock

A playful collage of lo-fi melodies and surreal narratives, blending whimsy with introspective lyrics in a concise format.

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Top tracks — play these first

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He Requested Things — Opening with an infectious melody and whimsical lyrics, this track sets the tone for the album’s playful yet introspective nature.
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I Killed a Man Who Looks Like You — This song stands out with its dark humor and narrative twist, showcasing Pollard's ability to blend storytelling with catchy hooks.
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Real Fun Is No One’s Monopoly — With its driving rhythm and engaging chorus, this track encapsulates the album's overall theme of joy intertwined with existential reflection.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

short bursts of playful whimsy
fragmented pacing with quirky charm
introspective moments with absurdity
for brief listening breaks
background for lighthearted conversations

Maybe skip if you

prefer long, immersive tracks
seek consistent, steady pacing

Where this album fits

Career context: Released in 2013, Honey Locust Honky Tonk is Robert Pollard's third album since the dissolution of Guided By Voices in 2014. This album arrives during his prolific solo phase, following the critically received albums like Jack Sells the Cow and The Crawling Distance. Pollard continues to explore eclectic songwriting and short song structures reflective of his distinctive style.
Stylistic neighbors: Guided by Voices· Pavement· The Mountain Goats