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Motivational Jumpsuit

Guided by Voices · 2014

37 min · 20 tracks · indie rock · lo-fi

A kaleidoscopic burst of lo-fi rock energy, brimming with whimsical charm and concise songwriting.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • whimsical bursts of energy
  • quick, playful listening sessions
  • short tracks for attention spans
  • lighthearted charm throughout album
  • for upbeat afternoons

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer longer, immersive albums
  • seek deep emotional narratives

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on January 1, 2014, 'Motivational Jumpsuit' is Guided by Voices' first album following the reformation of the classic lineup after years of shifting members. This album comes after their 2012 reunion effort 'Let’s Go Eat the Factory,' showcasing their continued prolific output and commitment to a lo-fi aesthetic that has long defined their sound.
Stylistic neighbors
Pavement· The Mountain Goats· Sebadoh

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 The Littlest League Possible 1:18
  • 2 Until Next Time 1:28
  • 3 Writer’s Bloc (Psycho All the Time) 2:43
  • 4 Child Activist 1:21
  • 5 Planet Score 1:41
  • 6 Jupiter Spin 2:23
  • 7 Save the Company 2:21
  • 8 Go Without Packing 1:14
  • 9 Record Level Love 2:54
  • 10 I Am Columbus 1:42
  • 11 Difficult Outburst and Breakthrough 1:12
  • 12 Calling up Washington 2:06
  • 13 Zero Elasticity 1:15
  • 14 Bird with No Name 1:23
  • 15 Shine (Tomahawk Breath) 3:03
  • 16 Vote for Me Dummy 2:21
  • 17 Some Things Are Big (and Some Things Are Small) 2:08
  • 18 Bulletin Borders 1:23
  • 19 Evangeline Dandelion 1:16
  • 20 Alex and the Omegas 2:15

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