King Shit & The Golden Boys
Guided by Voices · 1995
41 min · 19 tracks · indie rock · lo-fi
A scrappy lo-fi exploration of indie rock that embraces brevity and quirkiness in its songwriting.
Why this album works
- Best for
- quirky brevity in songwriting wave-like pacing with surprises for short listening bursts
- Context
- Released on January 1, 1995, 'King Shit & The Golden Boys' was Guided by Voices' fifth studio album, coming off their breakthrough release 'Bee Thousand'. This album solidified the band's status in the indie rock scene, showcasing their signature blend of catchy melodies and abstract lyrics while maintaining the raw production aesthetic that fans loved.
- If you like
- indie rock, lo-fi
King Shit & The Golden Boys is an album by Guided by Voices, released in 1995. A scrappy lo-fi exploration of indie rock that embraces brevity and quirkiness in its songwriting. The album helped to further define the lo-fi sound that became synonymous with Guided by Voices, influencing countless indie artists that followed. Its impact is evident in the way it was embraced by critics and fans alike, cementing the band's cult following and contributing to their recognition as pioneers of the genre. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does King Shit & The Golden Boys sound like?
A scrappy lo-fi exploration of indie rock that embraces brevity and quirkiness in its songwriting. Rooted in indie rock and lo-fi.
What makes King Shit & The Golden Boys by Guided by Voices notable?
The album helped to further define the lo-fi sound that became synonymous with Guided by Voices, influencing countless indie artists that followed. Its impact is evident in the way it was embraced by critics and fans alike, cementing the band's cult following and contributing to their recognition as pioneers of the genre. Released on January 1, 1995, 'King Shit & The Golden Boys' was Guided by Voices' fifth studio album, coming off their breakthrough release 'Bee Thousand'. This album solidified the band's status in the indie rock scene, showcasing their signature blend of catchy melodies and abstract lyrics while maintaining the raw production aesthetic that fans loved.
Who is King Shit & The Golden Boys for?
King Shit & The Golden Boys works well if you're into quirky brevity in songwriting, wave-like pacing with surprises and for short listening bursts.
How many songs are on King Shit & The Golden Boys?
King Shit & The Golden Boys has 19 tracks, running approximately 41 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 We've Got Airplanes Standout 3:01
- 2 Dust Devil Standout 2:50
- 3 Squirmish Frontal Room 1:54
- 4 Tricyclic Looper 1:59
- 5 Crutch Came Slinking 2:11
- 6 Fantasy Creeps Standout 3:18
- 7 Sopor Joe 3:23
- 8 Crunch Pillow 2:49
- 9 Indian Was an Angel 2:10
- 10 Don't Stop Now 1:47
- 11 Bite 1:07
- 12 Greenface 1:53
- 13 Deathtrot and Warlock Riding a Rooster 1:14
- 14 2nd Moves to Twin 2:21
- 15 At Odds With Dr. Genesis 1:32
- 16 Please Freeze Me 1:18
- 17 Scissors 1:50
- 18 Postal Blowfish 2:12
- 19 Crocker's Favorite Song 2:13
Release Date
January 1, 1995
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
41 min 10 sec
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