Let's Go Eat the Factory
Guided by Voices · 2011
41 min · 21 tracks · indie rock · lo-fi
A vibrant collage of short, punchy songs that capture the essence of lo-fi indie rock.
Why this album works
'Let's Go Eat the Factory' received positive reviews and was notable for its DIY ethos, reflecting GBV's influence on the lo-fi indie scene. The album debuted at number 11 on the Billboard Independent Albums chart, highlighting its commercial viability despite its experimental nature.
- Best for
- quick, punchy listening sessions playful and whimsical vibes short bursts of energy
- Context
- Released on January 1, 2011, 'Let's Go Eat the Factory' marked Guided by Voices' return after a hiatus and the band's first album since reuniting. This release followed their 2004 album 'Half Smiles of the Decomposed', showcasing a renewed energy and commitment to their signature sound in a prolific phase of creativity.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Linkin Park· Moby· Neil Young· Green Day· Sonic Youth· Tori Amos· Nine Inch Nails· R.E.M.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Laundry and Lasers Standout 2:38
- 2 The Head 1:10
- 3 Doughnut for a Snowman 1:44
- 4 Spiderfighter Standout 3:35
- 5 Hang Mr. Kite 1:40
- 6 God Loves Us 1:28
- 7 The Unsinkable Fats Domino 1:53
- 8 Who Invented the Sun 1:21
- 9 The Big Hat and Toy Show 2:12
- 10 Imperial Racehorsing 2:54
- 11 How I Met My Mother 1:02
- 12 Waves 3:22
- 13 My Europa 1:48
- 14 Chocolate Boy 1:31
- 15 The Things That Never Need 1:11
- 16 Either Nelson 2:04
- 17 Cyclone Utilities (Remember Your Birthday) 2:50
- 18 Old Bones 2:03
- 19 Go Rolling Home 0:34
- 20 The Room Taking Shape 0:43
- 21 We Won’t Apologize for the Human Race Standout 4:01
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
Sync your library
Everything you track here works immediately — no account needed. Create one when you want to sync across devices.