It's Not Them. It Couldn't Be Them. It Is Them!
Guided by Voices · 2021
41 min · 15 tracks · indie rock · lo-fi
A kaleidoscopic journey through lo-fi melodies and eccentric storytelling wrapped in Guided by Voices' trademark brevity.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo storytelling short bursts of creativity kaleidoscopic melodic exploration
- Context
- It's Not Them. It Couldn't Be Them. It Is Them! marks Guided by Voices' return after a brief hiatus following their 2020 album, Surrender Your Poppy Field. At this point, the band had solidified their reputation for prolific output and innovative indie rock, continuing to explore new sonic territories while remaining loyal to their lo-fi roots.
- If you like
- indie rock, lo-fi
It's Not Them. It Couldn't Be Them. It Is Them! is an album by Guided by Voices, released in 2021. A kaleidoscopic journey through lo-fi melodies and eccentric storytelling wrapped in Guided by Voices' trademark brevity. The album has been well-received, showcasing the band's enduring appeal with a strong presence on various indie charts. Its release also contributed to the ongoing resurgence of interest in lo-fi and indie rock aesthetics, influencing a new generation of musicians inspired by its DIY spirit. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does It's Not Them. It Couldn't Be Them. It Is Them! sound like?
A kaleidoscopic journey through lo-fi melodies and eccentric storytelling wrapped in Guided by Voices' trademark brevity. Rooted in indie rock and lo-fi.
What makes It's Not Them. It Couldn't Be Them. It Is Them! by Guided by Voices notable?
The album has been well-received, showcasing the band's enduring appeal with a strong presence on various indie charts. Its release also contributed to the ongoing resurgence of interest in lo-fi and indie rock aesthetics, influencing a new generation of musicians inspired by its DIY spirit. It's Not Them. It Couldn't Be Them. It Is Them! marks Guided by Voices' return after a brief hiatus following their 2020 album, Surrender Your Poppy Field. At this point, the band had solidified their reputation for prolific output and innovative indie rock, continuing to explore new sonic territories while remaining loyal to their lo-fi roots.
Who is It's Not Them. It Couldn't Be Them. It Is Them! for?
It's Not Them. It Couldn't Be Them. It Is Them! works well if you're into steady mid-tempo storytelling, short bursts of creativity and kaleidoscopic melodic exploration.
How many songs are on It's Not Them. It Couldn't Be Them. It Is Them!?
It's Not Them. It Couldn't Be Them. It Is Them! has 15 tracks, running approximately 41 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Spanish Coin Standout 3:20
- 2 High in the Rain 3:39
- 3 Dance of Gurus Standout 2:36
- 4 Flying Without a License 2:46
- 5 Psycho House 2:46
- 6 Maintenance Man of the Haunted House 2:42
- 7 I Share a Rhythm 2:02
- 8 Razor Bug 1:05
- 9 I Wanna Monkey 2:49
- 10 Cherub and the Great Child Actor 2:06
- 11 Black and White Eyes in a Prism 4:38
- 12 People Need Holes Standout 2:42
- 13 The Bell Gets Out of the Way 2:26
- 14 Chain Gang Island 3:51
- 15 My (Limited) Engagement 2:06
Release Date
October 22, 2021
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
41 min 40 sec
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