Plugs for the Program
Guided by Voices · 1999
9 min · 3 tracks · indie rock · lo-fi
A lo-fi collage of experimental rock that melds playful melodies with raw, unpolished production.
Plugs for the Program is an EP by Guided by Voices, released in 1999. A lo-fi collage of experimental rock that melds playful melodies with raw, unpolished production. This album is notable for its limited release, marking a transition towards more experimental sounds that would characterize their later work. Although it did not achieve significant commercial success, it contributed to the indie rock movement of the late 90s and has since garnered a cult following among fans of lo-fi music. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Plugs for the Program sound like?
A lo-fi collage of experimental rock that melds playful melodies with raw, unpolished production. Rooted in indie rock and lo-fi.
What makes Plugs for the Program by Guided by Voices notable?
This album is notable for its limited release, marking a transition towards more experimental sounds that would characterize their later work. Although it did not achieve significant commercial success, it contributed to the indie rock movement of the late 90s and has since garnered a cult following among fans of lo-fi music. By the time 'Plugs for the Program' was released in 1999, Guided by Voices had established themselves as key figures in the indie rock scene. This album follows their acclaimed 'Do the Collapse' and showcases a more experimental approach amidst their prolific output, reflecting the band's ongoing evolution in sound and style during this period.
How many songs are on Plugs for the Program?
Plugs for the Program has 3 tracks, running approximately 9 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Surgical Focus (remix) Standout 3:44
- 2 Sucker of Pistol City Standout 2:24
- 3 Picture Me Big Time (demo) Standout 2:56
Release Date
January 1, 1999
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
9 min 4 sec
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