Mist King Urth
Robert Pollard · 2003
40 min · 11 tracks · indie rock
A whimsical tapestry of lo-fi indie rock, layered with Pollard's signature storytelling and eclectic melodies.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- whimsical storytelling with surprises
- dynamic flow with peaks
- short bursts of creativity
- engaging listen for curious minds
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer longer, cohesive albums
- seek straightforward, immediate gratification
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2003, 'Mist King Urth' marked Robert Pollard's continued exploration of his solo career following the dissolution of Guided by Voices, which had just released their final album before a hiatus. At this point, Pollard was firmly establishing his identity as a prolific solo artist, diversifying his sound while still drawing from his roots in lo-fi rock.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Guided by Voices· Pavement· The Mountain Goats
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Gift of the Mountain 1:36
- 2 Starts at the River 2:40
- 3 First of an Early Go-Getter 4:23
- 4 Society Dome 3:59
- 5 Shorter Virgins 2:27
- 6 No Chain Breaking 6:12
- 7 Sea of Dead 2:29
- 8 Surgeon Is Complete 2:45
- 9 Then We Agree 3:35
- 10 Fether Herd 2:09
- 11 Red Whips and Miracles 8:26
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