More Lies From The Gooseberry Bush
Robert Pollard · 2014
32 min · 15 tracks · indie rock
A whimsical collage of lo-fi indie rock infused with Pollard's signature melodic hooks and playful storytelling.
Top tracks — play these first
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Go Around (The Apartment Dwellers) — This opening track sets the tone with its catchy melody and clever lyrics, encapsulating Pollard's playful yet introspective style.
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A Guaranteed Ratio — With its punchy rhythm and concise structure, this track showcases Pollard's knack for crafting memorable hooks in under three minutes.
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The Instant American — This song features vivid imagery and cultural commentary, representing Pollard's ability to blend personal narrative with broader societal themes.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- whimsical narratives with playful tones
- short bursts of introspective melodies
- fragmented pacing for quick engagement
- quirky hooks for casual listening
- ideal for bright afternoon vibes
Maybe skip if you
- seeking lengthy immersive experiences
- prefer straightforward song structures
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2014, More Lies From The Gooseberry Bush is Robert Pollard's first album after the dissolution of Guided By Voices' classic lineup. This record comes during a prolific phase for Pollard, showcasing his continued creative output through a solo lens following his previous efforts with the band.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Guided by Voices· Pavement· The Mountain Goats
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Go Around (The Apartment Dwellers) 2:37
- 2 Spliced at Acme Fair 2:15
- 3 A Guaranteed Ratio 2:15
- 4 Good Mary's House 1:33
- 5 Skin Ride 2:28
- 6 Full Glass Gone 1:29
- 7 All You Fought For 1:48
- 8 Gear OP 1:18
- 9 No Escape 2:22
- 10 Matthew’s Ticker and Shaft: Come to Breakfast / The Girl’s / Division of Swans / When Death Has a Nice Ring 3:26
- 11 The Instant American 2:11
- 12 Normalized 2:26
- 13 New Light 2:25
- 14 Birthplace of the Electric Starter 1:26
- 15 A Year That Could Have Been Worse 2:09
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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