Scalping the Guru
Guided by Voices · 2022
33 min · 20 tracks · indie rock · lo-fi
A whirlwind of concise indie rock bursts, packed with lo-fi charm and whimsical storytelling.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- whimsical storytelling in bursts
- quick, energetic listening sessions
- surprising transitions between tracks
- playful experimentation throughout album
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer longer, cohesive pieces
- seek polished, refined production
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on October 28, 2022, 'Scalping the Guru' marks Guided by Voices' first album in the post-pandemic era, showcasing their continued prolific nature. This album follows the band's previous release, 'Earth Man Blues,' indicating their sustained creative momentum and commitment to releasing new music nearly every year.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Pavement· The Mountain Goats· Sebadoh
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Matter Eater Lad 1:10
- 2 Damn Good Mr. Jam 3:32
- 3 Hunter Complex 1:39
- 4 My Impression Now 2:06
- 5 Scalding Creek 1:36
- 6 Mobile 1:24
- 7 Melted Pat 1:41
- 8 Glow Boy Butlers 1:51
- 9 Hey Aardvark 0:48
- 10 Spring Tiger 2:15
- 11 Rubber Man 0:31
- 12 Big School 2:24
- 13 Volcano Divers 1:16
- 14 Indian Fables 0:41
- 15 Pink Gun 0:36
- 16 Dusty Bushworms 2:29
- 17 Gelatin, Ice Cream, Plum 1:25
- 18 Grandfather Westinghouse 2:24
- 19 Johnny Appleseed 2:21
- 20 Scalping the Guru 0:58
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