Same Place the Fly Got Smashed
Guided by Voices · 1990
36 min · 14 tracks · indie rock · lo-fi
A frenetic collage of lo-fi textures and off-kilter melodies that captures the essence of indie rock's DIY spirit.
Why this album works
- Best for
- short bursts of frenetic energy early peaks with satisfying resolutions quirky melodies for offbeat moods
- Context
- Released in 1990, 'Same Place the Fly Got Smashed' was Guided by Voices' second album, following their debut 'Devil Between My Toes'. At this point, the band was still establishing their identity in the underground music scene, refining their lo-fi sound while experimenting with short, punchy tracks.
- If you like
- indie rock, lo-fi
Same Place the Fly Got Smashed is an album by Guided by Voices, released in 1990. A frenetic collage of lo-fi textures and off-kilter melodies that captures the essence of indie rock's DIY spirit. This album is significant for its role in cementing Guided by Voices as a pivotal band in the indie rock movement of the early '90s. It received positive critical attention, helping to cultivate a devoted fan base and influencing countless lo-fi artists who followed. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Same Place the Fly Got Smashed sound like?
A frenetic collage of lo-fi textures and off-kilter melodies that captures the essence of indie rock's DIY spirit. Rooted in indie rock and lo-fi.
What makes Same Place the Fly Got Smashed by Guided by Voices notable?
This album is significant for its role in cementing Guided by Voices as a pivotal band in the indie rock movement of the early '90s. It received positive critical attention, helping to cultivate a devoted fan base and influencing countless lo-fi artists who followed. Released in 1990, 'Same Place the Fly Got Smashed' was Guided by Voices' second album, following their debut 'Devil Between My Toes'. At this point, the band was still establishing their identity in the underground music scene, refining their lo-fi sound while experimenting with short, punchy tracks.
Who is Same Place the Fly Got Smashed for?
Same Place the Fly Got Smashed works well if you're into short bursts of frenetic energy, early peaks with satisfying resolutions and quirky melodies for offbeat moods.
How many songs are on Same Place the Fly Got Smashed?
Same Place the Fly Got Smashed has 14 tracks, running approximately 36 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Airshow '88 Standout 2:12
- 2 Order for the New Slave Trade 3:09
- 3 The Hard Way 2:53
- 4 Drinker's Peace Standout 1:52
- 5 Mammoth Cave 2:17
- 6 When She Turns 50 2:07
- 7 Club Molluska 1:35
- 8 Pendulum 1:49
- 9 Ambergris 0:52
- 10 Local Mix-Up 4:40
- 11 Murder Charge 6:39
- 12 Starboy 1:10
- 13 Blatant Doom Trip Standout 3:59
- 14 How Loft I Am? 1:05
Release Date
January 1, 1990
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
36 min 24 sec
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